Catholic clergy are calling for prayer and peace following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran Feb. 28 that killed Iran’s supreme leader and prompted counterattacks.
Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA)
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Amid a sea of destruction, bringing in the materials that the strip requires without limitations” is crucial, said Joseph Hazboun of CNEWAPontifical Mission.
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An independent United Nations inquiry commission has concluded Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, but a “serious weakness” in the U.N.’s Security Council could prevent taking action in accord with …
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‘We wanted to be a witness of hope to folks … but they also strengthen our hope. It was what the synod calls an exchange of gifts.”
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“The Gospel compels us to witness, to stand in solidarity with all those who suffer at the hands of terror, war and famine.”
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Catholic humanitarians are working to create jobs and livelihoods amid the shattered economy of the West Bank.
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(OSV News) — The head of a Catholic humanitarian agency in Lebanon told OSV News the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire appears to be intact, as he and his team vow to assist …
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BALTIMORE (OSV News) — On the first day of the public session of the U.S. bishops’ annual fall meeting in Baltimore, the importance of the church’s mission in light of …
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Eastern church leaders describe heroic witness on front lines in conflict-ridden regions
by Laura Ieraciby Laura Ieraci(OSV News) — The heroic work and witness of the Eastern churches in some of the world’s most conflict-ridden regions was highlighted at the annual Catholic Media Conference held in …
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(OSV News) — Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York has announced he will travel to Israel and Palestine amid a war now in its seventh month. The cardinal will …
