Church and human rights organizations have long warned of rising anti-Christian prejudice across Europe, fueled by anti-religious groups and social media.
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“Ukraine must not be forced into ‘asymmetric’ obligations concerning the special status of the Russian language, culture, the Russian Orthodox Church.”
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A German Catholic spokesman has defended his church’s approach to blessing same-sex couples, despite evidence of deep disagreement among the country’s bishops.
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The saint’s personal motto, “Heart speaks to heart,” communicated “to us at the deepest level of our being.”
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“With mental health issues now widespread, young people are deeply drawn to the peace, spirituality and predictability of religious services.”
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“We’ve tried to provide honest, responsible coverage of various issues, rather than just putting out propaganda.”
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A prominent Latin Mass supporter said areas of the church that had preserved “the traditional liturgy and faith” were witnessing an upsurge in vocations.
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“No priest is going to risk excommunication by breaking the confessional seal — they’d sooner go to prison than bow to such demands.”
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Dozens of Catholic, Orthodox and Protestant clergy in Belarus have faced arrest since August 2020, when Lukashenko’s previous disputed reelection was followed by international sanctions.
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Africa doesn’t need charity — it needs justice, mutual respect and dignity in partnership, the Catholic bishops of Europe and Africa said.
