Tag: Philippines
Divorce and Synodality
To engage in a dialogue does not mean that we leave behind our convictions. Yet, we can be enriched by the experiences of others
China says Philippines risks ‘greater insecurity’ after US military aid pledge
In Manila on Tuesday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken unveiled what he called a "once-in-a-generation investment"
Faith must challenge child abuse in Church and State
The report found that there was more sexual abuse of children in church-based institutions rather than in state care homes
Philippine Catholic bishops caution against rush to legalize divorce, cite family...
The bishops suggest that any rush toward legalizing civil divorce could undermine this foundational aspect of Filipino society
Filipino priest urged Church leaders to advance environmental protection with ‘activism...
“Protecting the environment necessitates activism and protest,” the priest said, noting that Pope Francis highlighted activism
Philippines says it agrees with China to ‘de-escalate’ South China Sea...
Beijing insisted its coast guard behaved in a "professional and restrained" way and blamed Manila for the clash.
Iba bishop calls for action-oriented social justice to empower Indigenous communities
The prelate called for social action that goes beyond charity, advocating for structural changes that would empower the poor
Philippine diocese launches Rosary prayer campaign against China
Villegas raised concerns about potential infiltration at various levels of the government by those on Beijing's payroll
Chinese sailors wield knives, axe in disputed sea clash with Philippines
Philippine military chief General Romeo Brawner said the "outnumbered" Filipino crew had been unarmed and had fought with their "bare hands"
New coalition launched to campaign vs divorce
On May 22, the House of Representatives approved on final reading the proposed measure on absolute divorce.