With the piece of land in the care of the Missionaries of Charity of Motijheel now, one recalls the life and trials of the order’s founder, Mother Teresa. Her inspirational choice has changed the course of life for many and continues to do so.
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‘We hope to continue to bring people to God, the source of all beauty’
Vox Antiqua, the acclaimed Hong Kong-based choir, returns to Macau on May 1 to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph with a special choral programme at two of the city’s most beautiful churches. Led by Andrew Leung, Vox Antiqua will perform William Byrd’s Mass for Four Voices, Gregorian chants, traditional hymns, and works by composers from around the world.
The Church and the Youth Universe: International Youth Ministry Conference in Manila Focuses on the Need to Accompany the Young
The International Youth Ministry Conference was held at the University of Manila, Philippines, from April 13-15. The event brought together over 700 participants from 30 countries to explore the relationship between the church and young people, the importance of pastoral care, and the ways the laity and the church hierarchy can best serve them. The conference emphasized the need for constant monitoring and attentive accompaniment of young people.
Amidst wave of attacks on Christians in India, a goodwill gesture by Narendra Modi
Amidst the wave of violence and discrimination faced by the Christian community, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s goodwill gesture during Easter at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Delhi has been seen as a positive step towards promoting unity and harmony in a country plagued by communal tensions. Whether Modi’s Easter visit will bring a turnabout in events, remains to be seen.
“We want refugees not only to survive, but also to thrive”
The representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the People’s Republic of China, Vanno Noupech, visited Macau in late March to restore dialogue with the local authorities. Mr Noupech’s visit was the first by an official of the United Nations Refugee Agency in more than three years.
Kyrgyzstan to Build First Catholic Cathedral in Bishkek, a Milestone for the Catholic Community in Central Asia
Kyrgyzstan is set to have its first Catholic cathedral in the center of its capital, Bishkek, which will be completed in three years. The project marks a significant milestone for the Catholic community in the predominantly Muslim country, who until now have had limited spaces for prayer and community activities.
Doing Business With A Conscience: Inaugural Deignan Award Honours Macau and Hong Kong Companies for Responsible Entrepreneurship
On March 25, the first-ever Deignan Award for Responsible Entrepreneurship was presented in Hong Kong, recognizing three companies from Macau and three from Hong Kong. Among the Macau-based awardees was C&C, a law firm that received the Deignan Silver Award for its commitment to environmental, social, and responsible management practices. The Deignan Award was established by the Macau Ricci Institute and the WooFoo Foundation to acknowledge small and medium-sized enterprises that have gone above and beyond in adopting responsible business practices guided by values such as sustainability and social justice.
Responding to New Needs: Catholic Communities in China Redouble Lenten Charity Effort
Local Catholic communities in China are following the Lenten path, redoubling their efforts in works of charity and empathy for others, always ready to respond to new needs and specific demands. Alongside traditional methods of offering alms, innovative initiatives have been also implemented to support those in need during the Lenten season.
Unwavering Devotion: Pilgrim Relics of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus Returns on Fifth Visit to the Philippines
The Pilgrim Relics of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus have arrived in the Philippines for their fifth visit, bringing with them a renewed sense of faith and inspiration. O Clarim’s photo feature captures the solemnity and reverence of this spiritual pilgrimage, as thousands of devotees offer prayers and seek the intercession of the beloved saint known as the ‘Little Flower.’
From Eclipsing Galileo’s Work to Spaceships and Exoplanets: The Vatican’s Evolving Relationship with Astronomy
Vatican astronomers have announced exoplanet discoveries and plans to launch a space mission. Surprised? The Church’s history with astronomy ranges from its contributions to scientific discoveries to its infamous trial of Galileo. Today, the Church is actively investing in astronomical observatories and space research as part of its ongoing efforts to reconcile with its past and support scientific exploration.