03/11/2010VATICAN Pope: crisis in Penance, the result of relativism, primarily challenges priests Benedict XVI recalled the example of St. John Mary Vienney to urge priests to be , "a sign of God's presence” in every day life. There is a sort of vicious circle between the blurring of the experience of God and the loss of the sense of sin. Vatican City (AsiaNews) - The "crisis" of the Sacrament of Penance " primarily challenges priests”. In this Year for Priests, Benedict XVI has urged them to "go back to the confessional, even as a place to "spend" more time “so the faithful may find...
03/11/2010SRI LANKA The relics of Saint Anthony in Sri Lanka to bring “peace and unity” to the country by Melani Manel Perera For the first time in 750 years, the saint’s remains have left Padua (Italy) to make a pilgrimage to the Asian nation. The initiative is part of the celebrations marking the 175th anniversary of the basilica of Kochchikade, which is dedicated to the saint, who in his life was a member of the Franciscan order. Thousands of people, Catholic and non-Catholic, are praying for the country’s “lost unity” and for a “better life”.
03/10/2010ASIA Corruption is a cancer to the countries of South-East Asia by Santosh Digal According to a risk-consulting firm, Indonesia is the most corrupt country in South-East Asia along with Cambodia, Vietnam and the Philippines. The problem is pervasive in all sectors of the economy and society. Accusing adversaries of corruption has become a political tool of choice for many corrupt politicians to hang onto power. Catholic scholar in Manila says that if the common good were the priority, countries like Indonesia and the Philippines would be among the least corrupt countries in the region.
03/09/2010SRI LANKA At the Shrine of Our Lady of Tewatta 4 thousand young people pary for their vocation by Melani Manel Perera Under the title "Here am I. Send me," the Archdiocese of Colombo celebrates Children's Day. An 'opportunity for children and young people to begin their vocational journey. Archbishop of Colombo: We have different talents, qualities and weaknesses, but above all we are precious and unique to the Lord. He calls us to his mission for this uniqueness.
03/06/2010INDIA – SRI LANKA Thousands of Tamils go on pilgrimage for the feast day of Saint Anthony by Nirmala Carvalho Kachchatheevu welcomed the two-day celebration. The island belongs to Sri Lanka and is located in the strait that separates the island nation from India. The occasion gave participants an opportunity to share hopes and renew with tradition, in an area shared harmoniously by Tamils from both sides.
03/04/2010SRI LANKA Mannar: a “long march” for Lent after years of war by Melani Manel Perera After years of war, Catholics can renew with their traditional “long march” to the Calvary in Vavuniya, and participate in the thousands to the pilgrimage’s final Mass. Spiritual retreats and prayer meetings are scheduled.
03/03/2010USA - ASIA This year, US public debt could reach end game by Maurizio d'Orlando Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke issues the warning. Asian nations, China and India first, are no longer willing to purchase securities issued by the US Treasury, which this year has about US$ two trillion short-term debt to refinance. Beijing is buying gold instead.
03/02/2010SRI LANKA Archbishop of Colombo: Catholics, "seeds of unity" for Sri Lanka by Melani Manel Perera The bishop asks the faithful to play an active role in creating a country able to respect different races, religions and political organizations. He invokes loyalty Madonna to experience the "real religious revival and natural." Parents: you are guardians, not owners of your children.
03/01/2010SRI LANKA Still in custody General Fonseka launches candidacy for parliamentary elections by Melani Manel Perera The former army chief will lead an opposition coalition, despite being held on charges of planning a coup. Assisted by his wife, the only person who can visit him. Bitter trade of accusations between the general and government.
03/01/2010JAPAN - CHILE Tsunami alarm lifted. In Chile more than 700 dead In the eastern Pacific Ocean waves up to a meter, but in some villages off the Chilean coast, the tsunami left at least 350 dead. Population and economy of the Latin American country hit hard. Price of copper soars. China promises $ 1 million in emergency aid.
02/28/2010VATICAN Pope appeals for Christians in Iraq and prays for the earthquake victims in Chile In his first public address after his retreat, Benedict XVI expresses solidarity with Christians and people of Iraq and calls on the country's authorities to "ensure security" not to be dominated by "vested interests" for the support of the international community. Request for solidarity for the victims of the earthquake in Chile. During Lent, faithful and priests are invited to "constant meditation" on the Gospel. The attitude of the disciples in the transfiguration of Jesus
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