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Sri Lankan Church Raises Concerns Over Mineral Exploration in MannarThe Catholic Church in Sri Lanka has joined environmental and human-rights activists in urging the government to reconsider plans for mineral, oil an…
Maharashtra Church Razed OvernightA church in Pimpri-Chinchwad was demolished on September 7, sparking concerns over alleged court-order violations and action against unauthorised str…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Da0961670-01bb-4355-9cb1-b04cd58446cc)
Bishops Offer Masses to Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11 AttacksCatholic bishops and churches in the United States are commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with special M…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dbec36070-99e7-4b05-9de4-80e5679f6720)
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Promoting and Protecting Human DignityPope Leo XIV has urged Christians to promote and defend the inherent dignity of every human person. Speaking during his weekly General Audience at St…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D678d4d47-9c7a-441d-b74e-ac0f1a37d1a2)
More Than 30 Christians Reportedly Killed in Month-Long Violence in Nigeria’s Plateau StateMore than 30 Christians have reportedly been killed during a series of attacks in Mangu County, Plateau State, Nigeria, over the past month.-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D7f15f18d-cd48-4bb7-bef6-0ba4af1ba862)
Coastal Karnataka Catholics Disappointed as Government Declines Public Holiday for Mary’s Nativity FCatholics in coastal Karnataka have expressed disappointment after the Karnataka government did not declare September 8 a public holiday for the Feas…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D5ccd00a5-560b-4d32-9889-b4b38eb05f83)
Telangana Christian Group Seeks Greater Political Representation and Welfare MeasuresThe Telangana United Christians and Pastors Association (TUCPA) has urged the Telangana government to provide political representation and strengthen…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dba12c4a6-a9f8-4fae-8f3a-edd6d2a98aa1)
West Bengal: Pastor Allegedly Taken During Prayer Service as Presbyterian House Church Is VandalisedTwo separate incidents involving Christian prayer gatherings were reported in West Bengal on September 6. A Protestant pastor was allegedly taken awa…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D7ad51811-ab38-4357-97e2-20c9ec533a16)
John Paul II’s Legacy Inspires a New Generation**The organization goes beyond preserving his memory, shaping lives through meaningful works.**-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D262cb793-2e34-4cf6-8009-e96df27ef6c4)
Global Methodist Church Grows as It Holds General Conference in AfricaBishop Jeff Greenway prays over the newly elected Assembly of Bishops during the 2026 General Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa.-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Da9f0f50e-02df-4577-b56e-51ebfa582375)
Christian Leaders Raise Concern as India Reviews Early Release Plea of Staines KillerChristian leaders and rights activists in Odisha have expressed concern over the possibility of early release for Dara Singh, who is serving a life s…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D47f17ca2-94f5-49dc-8dc2-d5351e319287)
Justice Sunday Observed at Ascension Church, Bengaluru“Justice Begins with Us,” calling parishioners to promote justice, peace, equality and respect for human dignity through their daily lives.-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D11b712a6-8e3e-4d14-8c5a-8b1ffd83a9d7)
TCBC Holds Special Meeting in Hyderabad to Discuss Key Church and Social Issues**TCBC held a three-day meeting in Hyderabad to discuss key Church and social issues, including the proposed National March for Life 2027.**-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Da784b242-1725-4634-a5bd-128229b35077)
Book on Northeast Christians’ Contribution to Nation-Building Released at Pastoral ConferenceA new book titled Northeast Christians’ Contribution to Nation Building was released during the Northeast India Regional Pastoral Conference 2026 in…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D7633cbb9-cdc1-4235-9306-38228ab9eda7)
Northeast India Church Urged to Build ‘Living Bridges’ with Indigenous CommunitiesThe Catholic Church in Northeast India has been called to become a “living bridge” of communion, peace and reconciliation while walking alongside Ind…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D97b5014d-6573-492e-9a08-84b084465091)
Church Demolished in Maharashtra Despite Court Stay Order, Raising Christian Community ConcernsA church in Maharashtra was reportedly demolished despite a court order directing that the status quo be maintained. The incident has sparked concern…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D9a6f9a22-d35b-4873-952b-19a55b8fb15d)
Odisha Catholics Remember Martyred Priest Father Arul Doss 27 Years After His DeathCatholics in Odisha gathered at Jambani village in Mayurbhanj district to commemorate the 27th death anniversary of Father Arul Doss, a Catholic prie…
Hyderabad’s Historic Khairatabad Shrine Celebrates the Nativity of Mother MaryThe historic Our Lady of Good Health Shrine in Khairatabad, Hyderabad, celebrated the Nativity of Mother Mary with special prayers, Holy Masses and a…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3De6eb6e28-7e86-4cc3-b05d-90e1ebb818f2)
Pope Leo XIV Praises Indian Catholic Church for Its Faith and ServicePope Leo XIV met with Indian Catholic bishops at the Vatican and praised the Latin Catholic Church in India for its dedicated pastoral efforts.-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D8b8de7d1-0238-4573-aaf0-1a077afb7e65)
Caritas India Steps Up Fight Against Malnutrition Through Community Food InitiativesCaritas India is supporting marginalized families by promoting access to diverse, nutritious foods through locally led community initiatives, helping…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Ddc907de3-8938-4446-95e2-d0b1eee1b36b)
Syro-Malabar Synod Calls for Unity and Missionary Renewal Amid ChallengesThe Synod highlighted several key challenges facing the Church today, including population decline, reduced involvement of young people, and limited…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D11c8db8c-6928-43b8-b40a-14ed0327c49d)
Daily Rosary Prayer Encouraged in New Diocesan CircularA new appeal from the Syro-Malabar Belthangady Diocese encourages Catholics to turn to the Rosary in prayerful support of peace, family life, young p…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Da1e26861-499d-4a2e-af2a-26dddffcf86b)
Mumbai Churches Respond to Anti-Conversion Law with New Consent FormsPastors are encouraging church members to provide written statements confirming that they participate in Christian worship voluntarily and are not be…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dcf4da09f-8d36-4418-96b4-d7cb7568c8fe)
From Graves to Prayer Halls: Bengal’s Christians Face Mob Attacks.“Rescued, Treated, Then Silenced: The Prayer Meetings That Stopped”
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