Justice and dignity not just ‘privilege of the rich’, Vatican official says

Addressing the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, a Vatican representative said the protection of rights and human dignity is not exclusive to the wealthy but also to the most vulnerable, especially victims of human trafficking. “The common good demands that access to justice, political representation, and the recognition of the dignity of others... Read More

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July 25, 2020

NJPN Conference: ‘A real celebration of what it is to be J&P people’

The National Justice and Peace Network (NJPN) conference by zoom on Saturday 18th July, looked at social issues during the pandemic and the imperatives of Catholic Social Teaching to imagine a more just and sustainable future, writes Ellen Teague. Its title was, ‘Post-pandemic Church: Paralysed or Energised? Recovered or Re-imagined?’ NJPN Chair, Anne Peacey, described the... Read More

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June 26, 2020

Justice movements need people united behind strategic goals, King says

The cause of greater justice for all will be best served when people unite with a focus on reaching strategic goals, Bernice King told Vatican News. Racism can be defeated “first by refusing to turn a blind eye, by gathering information on the issues and by educating ourselves on the root causes and outcomes of... Read More

News – Vatican, News – World

June 15, 2020

White House to issue more stringent asylum rules

Faith groups and other immigrant supporters are bracing for an announcement from the White House that may further limit those seeking asylum in the US. Trump administration officials are soon expected to announce the changes, which may eliminate multiple grounds under which people can be granted asylum, allow immigration judges to reject asylum applications without... Read More

News – World

May 5, 2020

Social justice leaders urge cardinal to step back from praise of Trump

Laudatory comments about President Donald Trump by New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan have been blasted in a letter to the prelate from more than 1,500 faith leaders. The letter, released on 1st May, said the cardinal’s late April remarks in a conference call with the president and subsequent appearance on Fox News ‘sends a... Read More

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December 3, 2019

Harry Kane’s encouraging messages ‘amaze’ Catholic headteacher

A Catholic headteacher has expressed surprise and delight after England football star Harry Kane sent her school encouraging messages. Louise Robinson, Headteacher of St Joseph’s Catholic Primary school in Bingley, wrote to the Spurs striker to inform him about the admiration of Year 3 pupils. Harry Kane sent an unexpected response on Twitter. “Dear Ms.... Read More

Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland

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September 16, 2019

Support justice and peace in the Holy Land, bishops say during World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel

On the occasion of the 2019 World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel, the bishops of England and Wales are urging readers of The Catholic Universe, as well as the international community, to support justice and peace in the Holy Land. “This week is an important opportunity to enrich our prayer, deepen our awareness... Read More

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