Tag: Aid to the Church in Need
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“A divided pulpit”: Catholic Bishop Criticized for Comments on Persecution of Christians in Nigeria
Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah’s speech at the recent launch of the Aid to the Church in Need’s 2025 World Report on Religious Freedom… READ MORE
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First Sunday of Peace in Gaza: Christians Pray for Forgiveness and Rebuilding
Holy Family Parish in Gaza held a silent Mass for the first time since the war, led by Fr. Gabriel… READ MORE
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ACN supporting Catholic radio stations in war zones
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) supports Catholic radio on World Radio Day, funding 22 projects across 19 countries… READ MORE
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DR Congo: Missionary describes chaos in Goma, with “many dead and refugee camps under attack”
The humanitarian crisis in North Kivu, DR Congo, worsens after M23’s assault on Goma. Over 2,000 have died, hospitals are… READ MORE
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Keeping Christ present in war-torn Sudan
In war-torn Sudan, Bishop Yunan Tombe leads his congregation in El-Obeid, finding strength in the Blessed Sacrament despite severe violence.… READ MORE
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Vocations grow in Burkina Faso despite terrorism
Despite increasing terrorism in Burkina Faso, priestly vocations are rising, with growing seminarians needing support. The Church fosters unity amidst… READ MORE
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Persecution of Christians has worsened around the globe
The report “Persecuted and Forgotten? A Report on Christians oppressed for their Faith 2022-24” reveals worsening Christian persecution globally, notably… READ MORE
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ACN denounces massacres in Burkina Faso
Islamic terrorists killed 26 people in a church, many of them Christian. READ MORE
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Bishops of Haiti plead for an end to violence
The bishops of Haiti, in a letter to Aid to the Church in Need, express deep concern about the violent… READ MORE
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Ukraine: “God’s grace is greater than the horrors of war”
The seminarians of Ukraine, scarred by war, remain strong in faith, helping the sick and suffering. Despite the horrors, their… READ MORE
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Nigerian Bishop: Government Must Provide Security
Archbishop Matthew Man ‘Oso Ndagoso condemned the government for failing to protect the village of Adama Dutse, urging action to… READ MORE
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Turkey: The Forgotten Holy Land
Aid to the Church in Need supports the Archdiocese of Izmir to preserve Christianity in Turkey. Assistance includes church renovations… READ MORE
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Central African Republic: A Faithful Shepherd
Father Aurelio Gazzera, appointed as coadjutor bishop of Diocese of Bangassou, expresses trust in God and dedication to peace. READ MORE
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ACN Honors Christian Martyrs at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuck led a Mass in New York’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral to support persecuted Christians worldwide, emphasizing hope… READ MORE
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Burkina Faso: Terrorists attack “people of integrity”
Bishop Justin Kientega faces violent persecution in Burkina Faso, as terrorist groups target Christians. Despite challenges, faith remains strong. READ MORE
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Women protect the faith in Ukraine
On International Women’s Day, ACN celebrates women in war-torn Ukraine facing domestic challenges, providing aid, and finding strength through prayer… READ MORE
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A dark weekend of Christian persecution
Nearly 30 Christians from three countries were killed or kidnapped in Burkina Faso, with additional kidnappings in Haiti and murders… READ MORE
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Families in Ukraine suffer “constant torture”
The 2024 Lent campaign by Aid to the Church in Need focuses on Ukraine’s suffering Church amid ongoing conflict, offering… READ MORE
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Thirty Christians Die in the Gaza Strip
Conditions for the small Christian community in Gaza have deteriorated, with 30 deaths during conflict. The situation is dire, with… READ MORE
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Syria: ‘The situation is intolerable’
Bishop Ashkarian of Aleppo urges an end to Syria sanctions, emphasizes the need for support for Christians amid challenges since… READ MORE
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Pakistan: The West must demand justice for Jaranwala Christians
Father Abid Tanveer urges Western governments to intervene following the “worst incident of Christian persecution” in Pakistan, with 7,000 people… READ MORE
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Aid to the Church in Need joins call to prayer and fasting for peace in the Holy Land
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) joins Catholic bishops in the Holy Land calling for a prayer and fasting… READ MORE
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Chad: A ‘small flock’ of Christians in the desert
Bishop Philippe Abbo Chen, the first native head of Chad’s Apostolic Vicariate of Mongo, discusses challenges in his area including… READ MORE
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Kherson: Trusting God and fighting off fear and despair
I give thanks to God and Saint Joseph for watching over us. – Father Ihnatij Moskalyuk READ MORE
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Cameroon: A new cathedral for the Diocese of Maroua-Mokolo
July 8th marks the consecration of the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin in Maroua, a city in northern… READ MORE
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In Nigeria, a bishop stares down evil
Bishop Anagbe kept stressing that he is convinced that the power of faith will eventually prevail. READ MORE
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DRC: The Church at the bottom of a mine
The miners work with primitive tools, small pickaxes, and shovels with shaved blades, so they can use them in the… READ MORE
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One in three countries lacks religious freedom
The RFR draws attention to concerns about limited freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. READ MORE
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India: Hindu nationalism drives interreligious clashes
All people of goodwill are asked to pray. READ MORE
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DRC bishops: “May the government accept its responsibilities”
The bishops say that the DRC is a sovereign state and cannot be pillaged with impunity. READ MORE
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Nigeria: Evidence of Discrimination of Christians
Religion should occupy the place given it under the Constitution. READ MORE
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Mozambique Church pursues interreligious dialogue to stem terrorism
The insurgency has spread fear and death in Mozambique. READ MORE
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Nigeria: bishop marks anniversary of church massacre
During Mass that day, explosives went off, and disguised gunmen opened fire inside the packed church. READ MORE
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Bishop calls for government action after killings at Catholic school
Religion continues to be grounds for discrimination in Pakistan. READ MORE
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‘Everyone has family in Khartoum’
At least 500 people have died, and thousands have fled to other countries. READ MORE
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Nicaragua: bishop goes on hunger strike to protest police harassment
“The Gospel teaches us that we must open our doors to those who are persecuted, and this is what we… READ MORE
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Church in Latin America faces aggressive secularism, polarization
Last year we approved 969 project requests from more than 800 partners in at least 320 different dioceses on the… READ MORE
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A call for Christians to join the World Day of Prayer for the Church in China
Aid to the Church Need (ACN) calls on benefactors and friends, and all people of goodwill, to join the World… READ MORE
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Anti-Christian violence follows killing of Christian girl in Sokoto, Nigeria
In response to these acts of violence, Bishop Kukah appealed “to Christians to remain law abiding and pray for the… READ MORE
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Ukraine: Courage and faith in wartime
The Archdiocese of Ivano-Frankivsk, in western Ukraine, began to host displaced women and children at the beginning of the war. READ MORE
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Kharkiv, Ukraine: Bishop documents strikes on residential buildings
Bishop Honcharuk found refuge from the growing attacks in a bunker, along with about 40 other people, including Bishop Mytrofan,… READ MORE
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In Lviv, Ukraine, Father Grzegorz Draus: ‘The days feel like months’
“When they arrive, they are exhausted and terrified. The journey through Ukraine takes very long now” READ MORE
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ACN calls on contemplatives worldwide to join day of prayer for peace in Ukraine
The call for a day of prayer and fasting on March 2nd was an initiative of Pope Francis for the entire… READ MORE
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Bishop of Kharkiv, Ukraine: ‘My message is short because we are under constant bombardment’
“It took me eight hours to travel 100 miles. The roads were full of people fleeing west.” READ MORE
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Priests in Ukraine: ‘We don’t have time to be frightened’
In reaction to the outbreak of war in Ukraine, Aid to the Church in Need is sending an aid package… READ MORE
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Ukraine: Church helps refugees and prays for peace
“War does not bring any solutions, only destruction, suffering, and lack of peace.” READ MORE
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Catholic leader in Ukraine calls for an end to ‘idolatry of violence’
“There is a new idolatry of violence arising around the world, and as Christians we have to say no to… READ MORE
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Pastor, champion of persecuted Christians, is murdered in Pakistan
TRIBUTES HAVE BEEN PAID TO A CHRISTIAN MINISTER who was killed Jan. 30 January in Pakistan after dedicating his life… READ MORE
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In one of the poorest parts of Lebanon, the Church sustains body and soul
Addousiyyeh, in the Diocese of Tyr, is a sad reminder of the state that Lebanon is in as a whole. READ MORE
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Iraqi Christians eye new year with hope and trepidation
“I can only hope that God will protect our country and our people from all evils, keeping external conflicts away… READ MORE
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