China tightens grip on catholic clergy, seize passports, restrict overseas travel

Jan 24, 2026

The measures were jointly approved on December 16 by the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association (CCPA) and the Bishops' Conference of the Catholic Church in...

Pope Leo XIV arrives in Turkey on first foreign trip of his papacy

Nov 27, 2025

During his four days in Turkey, Leo is scheduled to meet with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan; local Catholic clergy; and leaders of other Christian...

Pakistan's clergy enjoys hegemony over state, religion

Jun 17, 2020

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 17 : While the clergy in Pakistan enjoy uninterrupted power and hegemony over the State and religion, a constitutionally sanctioned body...

Kerala Catholic Reforms Movement members burn Catholic council calendar featuring Bishop Mulakkal

Dec 14, 2020

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], December 14 : Kerala Catholic Reforms Movement (KCRM) members burnt the Catholic council calendar at different locations in Kerala on Sunday.

"Cannot rely upon Islamic clergy to decide on point of law", says Kerala HC

Nov 01, 2022

Kerala High Court made it clear that it cannot rely upon Islamic Clergy to decide on a point of law related to Muslim personal...

Burkina Faso: At least 15 killed in attack on Catholic church

Feb 26, 2024

The region where the attack unfolded has been plagued by armed groups, responsible for numerous assaults. Some incidents targeted Christian churches, while others involved...