"The Chaldean Church in Iraq and worldwide does not recognize same-sex unions as marriage. The legitimate and correct form of marriage for the church is between a man and a woman, and therefore, we will not bless homosexual unions." international.la-croix.com/religion/chald…

reposting here my profile of JD Vance's Catholicism, published in La Croix International a few days ago international.la-croix.com/opinions/jd-va…

"Before a competition, I ask God to give me the wings of an eagle." The beautiful testimony of faith of Olympic contestant MARIE JOSEE TA LOU-SMITH. international.la-croix.com/religion/olymp…

Following the publication of a statement from the French Bishops regretting "scenes of derision and mockery of Christianity" during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics,religious leaders around the world have also responded to the controversial scene international.la-croix.com/world/olympic-…

Pope Francis is scheduled to visit Indonesia from September 3 to 6 as part of his visit to Asia and Oceania. This visit, focused on interreligious dialogue has generated excitement in this predominantly Muslim country. international.la-croix.com/religion/popes…

For historian Jean-Pascal Gay,the controversy surrounding a representation of the Last Supper at the opening ceremony of Paris2024 are part of a victim competition logic and places this parody within the long-standing relationship between art and religion international.la-croix.com/opinions/olymp…

my latest in La Croix International Kamala’s moment, Catholic women, and the Synod on synodality international.la-croix.com/opinions/kamal…

From September 2 to 13, Pope Francis, aged 87, is set to undertake the longest trip of his pontificate, traveling to Southeast Asia and Oceania. A journey marked by interconnected geopolitical realities. international.la-croix.com/world/papal-jo…

Ahead of Pope Francis' visit to Indonesia from September 3 to 6, Archbishop Ignatius Suharyo of Jakarta discusses the situation of Catholics and emphasizes the exceptional quality of interreligious dialogue with Muslims and Protestants in the country. international.la-croix.com/opinions/indon…

For the third time since Saint Teresa of Avila's death in 1582, her coffin was opened in Alba de Tormes, near Salamanca, on August 28. This examination aims to better understand the diseases that afflicted her during her lifetime. international.la-croix.com/religion/openi…

On the flight to Indonesia, spanning September 2–3, Pope Francis appeared in good spirits as he engaged with 75 journalists accredited for the longest trip of his pontificate. international.la-croix.com/religion/pope-…

Pope Francis begins his visit to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore September 3. This 12-day tour marks his sixth visit to this region of Asia. international.la-croix.com/religion/south…

"Interreligious dialogue ought to be recognized as an effective instrument for resolving local, regional, and international conflicts, especially those incited by the abuse of religion." international.la-croix.com/religion/popes…

A government-commissioned report has revealed 2,400 accusations of sexual abuse in Catholic schools across Ireland since the 1970s. In response, an official inquiry commission will be launched. international.la-croix.com/world/irish-re…

Discriminated against since Papua’s annexation in 1969, the Papuans of Indonesia’s predominantly Christian province hoped Pope Francis would send a message of solidarity and support during his visit to Jakarta or neighboring Papua New Guinea. international.la-croix.com/world/papuans-…

Pope Francis celebrated Mass September 5 before 85,000 people gathered in two stadiums in Jakarta, marking the conclusion of the first leg of his trip to Southeast Asia and Oceania. international.la-croix.com/religion/popes…

In preparation for World Youth Day 2027, discussions on AI and ethics have begun in Seoul. Led by Vatican expert Father Benanti, young Catholics are exploring AI's ethical implications, with South Korea emphasizing the need for responsible technology use. international.la-croix.com/ethics/young-c…

In Papua New Guinea, Pope Francis supported Catholic missions and called for a better sharing of wealth. He concluded the second leg of his long journey through Southeast Asia and Oceania this Monday, September 9. international.la-croix.com/religion/papal…

“Emigration, said Francis, is an indication of an insufficient or inadequate appreciation of resources, as well as the difficulty to provide everyone with a job that offers a fair salary & guarantees families an income corresponding to their basic needs." international.la-croix.com/religion/papal…

In a message to the 53rd International Eucharistic Congress in Quito, Francis emphasized the deep connection between the Eucharist and fraternity, urging participants to embrace a “radical fraternity” with God and one another to heal the world's wounds. international.la-croix.com/religion/inter…