German bishops criticise decision to maintain church service ban

Catholic and Protestant churches in Germany have responded differently to the federal government’s decision not to lift the ban on public church services. The Catholic German bishops’ conference voiced disappointment at Chancellor Angela Merkel’s announcement on 15th April, while the Protestant Church in Germany – a federation of the Lutheran, Reformed and United churches –... Read More

News – World

April 5, 2019

Merkel shows solidarity with communities on both sides of the Irish border

German chancellor Angela Merkel said she was moved by the stories of people living in Irish border communities who were affected by the Troubles. Ms Merkel met with a panel of 15 people from Protestant and Catholic communities, both unionists and nationalists, from both sides of the border. Speaking in Dublin on 4th April, she... Read More

Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland, News – World

June 20, 2017

Pope urges Merkel to continue supporting Paris climate agreement

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Pope Francis encouraged her to support international agreements like the Paris climate accord as well as to break down walls that divide people. The German leader’s 40-minute private audience with Pope Francis at the Vatican on 17th June was the sixth time the two leaders have met. The discussions –... Read More

News – Vatican, News – World

Angela Merkel, Cardinal Parolin, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, German Chancellor, Merkel, Paris climate accord, Pope Francis, Vatican

THE NEWS SITE YOU’LL HAVE FAITH IN

German bishops criticise decision to maintain church service ban

Merkel shows solidarity with communities on both sides of the Irish border

Pope urges Merkel to continue supporting Paris climate agreement

MOST READ THIS WEEK

Social Network

CULTURE:

EDUCATION:

TRAVEL: