Weena Kovidhavanij

Tens of thousands of abandoned children are forced to beg or get caught up in the sex trade, leading a life on the margins without rights or parental care. Catholic and other associations work to guarantee them a future. Education is the only tool for radical change, as former street kids turned teachers can testify.

Bangkok's archbishop emeritus presided over the celebrations in lieu of Mgr Kovidhavanit, who is in Rome for the synod. He urged participants to recite the Rosary and the Creed according to the intentions of the Thai Church. He mentioned the Blessed Fr Nicholas Boonkerd Kitbamrung, a true witness to the faith. The celebration was broadcast live via webcam on a Catholic website.

Networks to change the East seeks to protect local economies and populations from indiscriminate growth. Goal of problem sharing and solutions for real heritage conservation. Three phases: recovery, protection and conservation.

Since 1985 the National Youth Day has been celebrated in Thailand. In a message, the bishops urge young people to be missionaries to their peers and to those who have abandoned the faith. The educational project of a Buddhist Abbot.

At a time when values are in crisis, the Catholic model can help people and society grow. Tasked with creating a 'community of faith,' Catholic schools help people help others and group integration. The country's educational system suffers from backwardness and shortfalls.

In a letter, the president of the Bishops' Conference underscores the role Basic Ecclesial Communities play. The prelate highlights the value of the Word of God, the sacraments and prayers. He calls on priests and religious guides to encourage pastoral visits to meet believers' requests. He appeals to Mary for a life of faith, hope and love.

By 2015 free trade and movement among member nations. Concerns about growing inequality, materialism and consumerism. To respond to the crisis, Catholics and Caritas promote the value of human dignity and individual, in a perspective of sustainable growth. Increased knowledge of ASEAN community and support for non-negotiable values.

During the official visit of Myanmar’s President Thein Sein, some students demonstrate against the "massacre" of Rakhine State ethnic minority. Thai army sources explain that the refugees will be "aided", but also deported back to Indonesia and Malaysia.

Oscillations of the Thai currency, unemployment and prices of fuels and resources are the risk factors to be monitored. Economic analysts point to positive recovery after 2011floods. GDP growth of 4.5%, which in 2013 could rise to 5%.