Missionaries assisting in aid efforts on island nation recently visited by Pope Francis.
The reason for Bishop Syukur's decision to turn down the honor are not entirely clear but may be linked to conflicts it could cause in his country's episcopate or an abuse case.
Standing at 200 feet above Toba Lake in Indonesia, the "Jesus Christ the Savior" statue creates a new record.
It's interesting to get an inside look at what it's like for the Pope on these flights, bringing him to Catholics far away from Rome.
After 3 days in Indonesia, Pope Francis lands on September 6 in Papua New Guinea for the second leg of his 12-day trip across Asia and Oceania.
Have you been told that you are a smiling people? Please, do not lose your smile, and keep moving forward!
"The one root common to all religious sensitivities: [...] the thirst for the infinite that the Almighty has placed in our hearts." But Pope warns against seeking common ground no matter what, as doctrines are different.
During his stay in Jakarta, Pope Francis is criss-crossing the city to meet Indonesians. This is anything but easy in a city saturated by cars and mopeds.
Pope Francis delivered his first speeches of his 12-day trip to Asia and Oceania and met with several groups on September 4 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Catholics are only 3% of population, but are an active presence in a country where coexistence is “daily bread.” And, 3% still means 8.6 million believers - more than in Ireland!
During his pontificate, Pope Francis has appointed a cardinal in each of the countries he will visit from September 2 to 13, 2024. Here’s a look at their profiles.
Francis isn’t the first pope to visit Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and Singapore. Here we highlight trips by past pontiffs to these countries.
On his longest trip so far, Pope Francis will visit 4 countries in Asia/Oceania in September; local Churches have prepared resources to help the faithful welcome Christ's Vicar.
Sybil Kathigasu was a heroine during World War II who covertly helped individuals during the Japanese occupation of Malaya.
Pope Francis will be visiting Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore from September 2 to 13, 2024.
Although the Vatican has not confirmed the trip, local authorities and the Pope himself have mentioned him visiting several countries in Asia-Pacific.
Pacific nation's bishops consider both events important enough to make temporary change in liturgical schedule.
