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Explaining why the Vatican seems so eager for a deal with China

Jan 30, 2018

A recent suggestion by Cardinal Joseph Zen that the Vatican risks “selling out” the Church in China by placating Beijing’s desire for government-approved bishops raises the question of why the Vatican seems so eager for a deal with China in the first place.

By John L. Allen Jr.

Cardinal Zen attacks Vatican efforts to rehabilitate government-appointed Chinese bishops

Jan 29, 2018

Former Hong Kong bishop Cardinal Joseph Zen is warning that an alleged Vatican request to underground bishops to resign in favor of bishops belonging to the state-run Chinese Patriotic Catholic Association would “be giving the blessing on the new strengthened schismatic Church.”

By Charles Collins

Eight ‘Crux’ highlights from 2017 that deserve another look

Dec 24, 2017

Here are eight “Crux” stories from 2017 that are well worth another look, ranging from the feast of St. Cajetan in Argentina, charges of sex abuse in Sicily, and the rise of a secessionist state called “Ambazonia” in Cameroon.

By John L. Allen Jr.

China’s president seeks more control over religion

Oct 27, 2017

While the Chinese government technically recognizes Catholicism as one of five religions in the country, it does not recognize many Church leaders appointed by the Vatican, driving many among the Catholic Church leadership and laity underground. Since President Xi Jinping came to power in 2012, he has sought to tighten the government’s control over religious organizations.

By Catholic News Agency

Hong Kong bishop emphasizes pastoral over political concerns

Oct 18, 2017

In an exclusive interview with Crux, Hong Kong’s new bishop spoke of how he is focusing on pastoral matters over political concerns. Yeung says he devoting attention to young people, the elderly, and building social solidarity, rather than emphasizing political disagreement with the government.

By Christopher White

Cardinal says pope’s top diplomat has ‘poisoned mind’ on China

Oct 16, 2017

In an exclusive interview with Crux, retired bishop of Hong Kong Cardinal Joseph Zen says he believes Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin is more interested in diplomacy than he is the Catholic faith. The cardinal spoke critically about the current state of the Holy See’s relationship with China and says he believes the Church is willing to compromise too much in order to establish diplomatic relations.

By Christopher White