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Pope Francis wants to be buried outside the Vatican
Francis has revealed he is working with the Vatican's ceremonial leader to pardon the complex and proverbially long papal funeral rites Pope Francis, who eschews much of the pomp and…
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On the road to an ethic of peace and non-violence
By Martin Hoegger One of the highlights of the Together for Europe meeting in Timişoara (Romania, 16-19 November 2023) was a workshop on peace. It gave the floor to witnesses…
Christianity
Several women have accused a Georgian metropolitan of sexual assault
An investigation gathered the testimonies of five women who were victims of sexual assault by a high-ranking Georgian cleric over the past ten years.
Christianity
Kindergarten in Germany removes Christmas tree and sparks debate
The management does not want to put up a Christmas tree “in a spirit of religious freedom”, headlines the regional newspaper BILD By Ivan Dimitrov A decision by a kindergarten…
Europe
Historic Visit, European Sikh Organization Gains Support for Recognition within the European Union
In a groundbreaking event on December 6, history was made as a Sikh delegation, accompanied by members of the European Sikh Organization, was extended a warm welcome at the European…
Christianity
The forgotten Ukrainian roots of a famous “French” saint as an example of imperial unification and denationalization
By Sergiy Shumilo A characteristic feature of imperial culture is the absorption of the spiritual, intellectual and creative forces and heritage of conquered peoples. Ukraine is no exception. Take away…
Christianity
What future for Christian culture in Europe?
By Martin Hoegger. What kind of Europe are we heading for? And, more specifically, where are the Churches and Church movements heading in the current climate of growing uncertainty? The…
Culture
Spaces of Respect, Bridge-Builder Promotes Religious Minorities Dialogue at European Parliament
Lahcen Hammouch emphasizes the importance of a respectful space for religious minorities to express their beliefs transparently within a democratic framework.
Europe
Jewish Leader Condemns Religious Hate Crimes, Calls for Respect of Minority Faiths in Europe
Rabbi Avi Tawil passionately addressed a meeting at the European Parliament, highlighting the history of anti-Semitic hate crimes against Jewish children in Europe. He called for unity among religions to…
Europe
Religious Freedom Under Fire: Media Complicity in the Persecution of Minority Faiths
In a speech at the European Parliament, Willy Fautré accuses European media of fostering religious intolerance and calls for ethical journalism standards in covering minority faiths. Find out more about…