At a Nov. 18 event in Rome, Cardinal Czerny said that Pope Francis’ teachings on the “just-war” theory are a crucial point of reflection in today’s world where morally justified reasons for aggression and violence are often misused.
‘Just war’ theory often misused for unjust motives, cardinal says
Pope, Red Cross president discuss pandemic, war relief efforts
The pope expressed his support for the International Red Cross and what they are doing in light of war, violence, climate change and unemployment and poverty.
Demonstrators burn two churches in Chile on anniversary of protests
Demonstrators set churches on fire during a protest against Chile’s government in Santiago, Oct. 18, during the one-year anniversary of the protests and riots that rocked the capital.
Catholic organizations, faithful took part in 2020’s March on Washington
Civil rights leaders begin the “Get Your Knee Off Our Necks” Commitment March on Washington 2020, following a gathering at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington Aug. 28.
Bishop in Mozambique is target of campaign for criticizing government
Bishop of Mozambique’s calling out the “government’s lack of transparency” in its campaign has displeased Mozambican leaders.
Nuncio, bishops call on Nigeria to protect its citizens
Papal ambassador to Nigeria, said the government was not doing enough to protect its citizens from violence, insurgents and other social vices.
Rising gun violence amid pandemic points up bishops’ call for commonsense gun laws
U.S. bishops see lobbying for reasonable gun laws on the state and federal level is a pro-life issue.
After election in Belarus, Catholic leaders urge restraint, dialogue
Catholic leaders urged dialogue and restraint in Belarus, amid violent street clashes following a contested Aug. 9 presidential election.