“The Asian continent is different from all the others since it is extremely varied in terms of religions, cultures and economic realities," the prelate said. In Singapore, faith is a “fundamental component for the country’s development.”
The whole country expressed joy for the success of the apostolic journey of Pope Francis. The small Catholic community has responded positively to his words. The faithful faced difficulties and made sacrifices to take part. Buddhist monks expressed admiration for Catholic unity and would like to be the same. From our correspondent
The pontiff’s apostolic journey to Myanmar has ended. More than 6,000 people took part in the Mass for young people. Kids from various ethnic groups expressed their joy. From our correspondent
About 180,000 people took part in the solemn Mass celebrated at Kyaikkasan Grounds in Yangon. Muslims, Buddhists and many foreigners were also present. Pilgrims were moved by the service. The authorities imposed a number of bans. From our correspondent
Love, kindness, understanding, and charity are values shared by Christianity and Buddhism. Yesterday, the Holy See's delegation visited the Shwedagon Pagoda, the most sacred place of worship for Myanmar Buddhists. The pontiff’s historic meeting with the Sangha, the highest body of Myanmar Buddhism, will take place tomorrow. From our correspondent
Pilgrims waited hours to see the pontiff. Ethnic minorities represented the largest and noisiest group. There were many foreigners and a Chinese flag could be seen in the crowd. From our correspondent
Thousands of Burmese await the pontiff, but also Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Filipino and Australian. Armed forces deploy tight security measures.
Kachin Women: "With the blessing of the Pope, the difficulties that afflict our lands will disappear. The future will be better. " Leader of a Village: "The Holy Father will bring peace to Kachin and all of Myanmar." Pilgrims include also Protestant Baptists. From our correspondent on the ground
About 200 people ae travelling from the remote north of the country, carrying with them the joy, prayers and suffering of the Christian majority ethnicity. Many are unable to see the pontiff because blocked up in refugee camps. They found hospitality at the parish of Saint Francis of Assisi. In the next few days, parishioners will receive around 1,300 Catholics. From our correspondent on the ground.
Some 200,000 people are expected at the solemn Mass at Kyaikkasan Grounds, including Buddhist and Muslim leaders. Some 6,000 kids will take part in the Mass for young people the next day. Filipinos, Australians and Thais are also expected for Pope Francis’ apostolic journey. From our correspondent.
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