The Voice of the suffering in Asia
Here you’ll find the latest updates on the struggles and resilience of persecuted communities around the world. These stories highlight both the challenges they endure and the faith that sustains them. Stay connected to learn how hope continues to shine through suffering.
Indonesia: the life of a Catholic teen in an ocean of Muslims
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“I am happy to live my life as a young Catholic. Although we are a minority—with people around us who are all Muslims—we can live together."
For Indian Catholic, bitter memories a decade after deadly Hindu violence
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“Though so many died and despite all the destruction of property, no one betrayed Christ. We stood firm in our faith. We were able to face this terror only because God was with us. "
In Pakistan, Catholic teenager prays for peace, security
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"We are considered the lowest ranking members of society, people with whom Muslims are not allowed to eat or drink. School text books paint a terrible picture of Christians, too."
In North Korea, despite hostile regime, the faith clings to life
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"The truth is that there are some genuine faithful among those North Koreans who come to Mass in Changchung Cathedral. Though attendees are mobilized by the North Korean regime, I believe that some of them are real Catholic faithful."
In Bahrain, groundbreaking for the cathedral of Our Lady of Arabia
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The cathedral will be a significant symbol in a region where many run great risks and some even lose their lives for practicing their faith.
In Philippines, a third priest is killed in six months
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"The Church will always stand up for peace and mercy. Revenge is not in keeping with our message. Our first tool for social change is prayer. Only God can soften hardened hearts. Our second tool is to keep preaching Christ. We teach and never get tired to repeat the same message. The third response is dialogue. We dialogue with those who hate us or with all those who do not share our belief. We seek the common ground."
