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Easter morning suicide bombings of churches, hotels in Sri Lanka kill more than 250
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In a message to ACN donors, Bishop Mendis said that “we need your prayers that peace and harmony may be restored to our country.” He ...
In Pakistan, state schools are a harsh environment for Christians
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“Despite what I’ve experienced, I believe that I will be successful. And when I worry, I recite Psalm 23; I always carry a rosary with ...
For Christians in Zanzibar, bitter memories of time of terror
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"When I was offered a bodyguard, I refused, believing that the work of Jesus did not require a machine gun; He promised his people that ...
Islamist extremists try to create chaos and interreligious tension in the Philippines
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"The Christian minority on the island of Jolo are not the only victims; there are also Muslims who tell me: 'Father, we too are threatened ...
In Pakistan, there are many Asia Bibis the world doesn’t know about, languishing in prison
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Section 295B stipulates a life sentence for anyone who desecrates the Koran, while insulting the Prophet Muhammed carries the death sentence under Section 295C.
Pakistan High Court upholds Asia Bibi acquittal—many Christians still held on blasphemy charges
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He highlighted the suffering experienced by so many people accused of blasphemy, irrespective of the outcome of their cases. The priest said: “The blasphemy law ...
Filipino Church calls for prayer after cathedral bombing
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“Please pray for the victims of Mount Carmel Cathedral bombing in Jolo. No words can describe the sorrow and pain that we feel. May they ...
Indonesia: Being faithful on Madura Island requires patience and courage
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"It is not easy to be Catholic on Madura Island, and I pray that my children will keep their faith. My wife and I do ...
For a Catholic single mother in Pakistan, life is very difficult
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“After my husband’s death, life became harder, more laborious. It was very difficult to raise our children without his support, so I decided to get ...
For a Catholic family in Pakistan, poverty is a bitter reality
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“Because of the good people God sent to us, I am able to participate in a pre-medical program at a college. I face religious discrimination ...