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ACN calls for day of prayer for Myanmar on February 1, coup anniversary
ACN wants to remember the dead and intercede for the innocent civilian population, especially for internally displaced persons, including children, women, elderly, and the sick.
Bishop in Myanmar dies of COVID-19—a servant of the people
News reports are showing people dying in their homes and in ambulances without proper treatment. The pandemic is out of control, spreading fear and anxiety among the population.
In Myanmar, grief and shock after army attacks a Catholic church
“Let us remember the blood that is spilled is not some enemy’s blood. Those who died and those who were wounded are citizens of this country.”
Myanmar: ACN calls for prayers
“I am shaken by the news that has reached us from Myanmar—the degree of brutality with which the security forces are apparently prepared to shoot anyone whom they see on the streets.”
In Myanmar, cardinal urges protestors not to turn to violence
“All faith traditions adhere to non-violence because all violence is intrinsically evil. Violence brings greater violence. I unconditionally condemn ail acts of violence against unarmed civilians.”
Myanmar: ‘the killings must stop at once’
“The blood spilled is not the blood of an enemy. It is the blood of our own sisters and brothers, our own citizens.”
Myanmar: ‘I fear there is going to be a bloodbath’
“But what can the people do against tanks? And tanks are now being deployed everywhere.”
‘We have shed enough blood’—Myanmar bishops call for dialogue
“Peace is possible. Peace is the only way. Democracy is the only light to that path.”
Cardinal speaks out on military coup in Myanmar
“Let there be no violence against our dear people of Myanmar.”
In Myanmar, religious leaders are called to be peace builders
“This coming election is very important because it involves a choice between the old system, with its exclusive culture, and an inclusive culture.”