Tag: Religion
Volodymyr Zelensky asks for help from the Vatican
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met Pope Francis on October 11, 2024 during his second private audience at the Vatican since the Russian invasion. After a first meeting last June, during…
Two parishes in Ituri closed after threats from an armed group
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Bishop of Bunia announced last weekend the closure of the churches of Jiba and Kpandroma, two villages located in the Djugu territory, which…
Vatican was aware of accusations against Abbé Pierre, Pope Francis reveals
The Vatican was informed of the accusations of sexual violence against Abbé Pierre, at least ” After [s]to death ” in 2007, assured Pope Francis on Friday September 13 during…
Three months before the cathedral reopens, the bells of Notre-Dame are making their return to Paris
Three months before the official reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris, eight completely renovated bells have arrived in the French capital. The return of these eight bells from the north tower…
Emmaüs must carry out “work to raise awareness of what Abbé Pierre was able to do”
New complaints against Abbé Pierre in France, a man of the Church and fervent defender of the poorest. Seventeen new testimonies of sexual assault have been identified, in addition to…
Documents reveal how Abbé Pierre silenced those who wanted to denounce him
After 17 new accusations of sexual assault against Abbé Pierre were revealed last week, letters from the prelate reinforce the words of the alleged victims. An article published Monday, September…
Abbé Pierre targeted by 17 new accusations of sexual violence
Seven weeks after the first revelations, Abbé Pierre, who died in 2007, is the target of 17 new testimonies accusing him of sexual violence allegedly committed between the 1950s and…
The faithful in the hope of a rapid reopening of their place of worship closed by the authorities
In Rwanda, more than 5,600 places of worship have been closed by the authorities in recent weeks for failure to comply with standards imposed in a 2018 law. Hygiene, safety…
Religion in prison and secularism: the role of prison chaplains
Religion plays an important role in prison. It can represent a space of appeasement, confidence, and socialization for prisoners, with visits related to worship. In France, prison chaplains are a…
JO 2024: in the Olympic village, a chaplaincy at the service of athletes
For some athletes, it is impossible to compete in the Olympic Games without spiritual support. Practicing a religion can be central to an athlete’s preparation or well-being. In the Olympic…