Pope Francis proposes 'popularism' to counter populism
- Apr 16, 2021
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Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong Catholic media tycoon, jailed for 12 months
- Apr 16, 2021
Catholic media tycoon and philanthropist Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 12 months in jail after being found guilty of unauthorized assembly.
Rely on faith, Hong Kong religious leaders say in Lunar New Year message
- Feb 9, 2021
Religious leaders in Hong Kong sent wishes for health and happiness to mark the Lunar New Year and acknowledged the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last Hong Kong governor: Pope ‘badly advised’ on China bishops’ pact
- Dec 19, 2020
The last governor of Hong Kong criticized the Vatican’s agreement with China on the appointment of bishops and said Pope Francis has been “exceptionally badly advised” in concluding the pact.
Catholic Hong Kong media mogul: ‘Freedom has a price’
- Nov 19, 2020
In the words of Jimmy Lai, “freedom has a price.” That’s why the Chinese media mogul and activist is leaning on his Catholic faith for support as he faces potential prison time and continues the fight for freedom and democracy in Hong Kong.
Vatican defends China bishop negotiations on eve of U.S. visit
- Sep 29, 2020
The Vatican on Tuesday answered critics and justified its pursuit of an extended agreement with China on bishop nominations, acknowledging difficulties but insisting the effort had achieved limited, positive results.
Hong Kong cardinal urges unity, trust in God during social turmoil
- Sep 24, 2020
The social unrest and divisions in general Hong Kong society have carried over to the Catholic community, said Cardinal John Tong Hon, who encouraged Catholics instead to follow what Jesus taught in the beatitudes.
Hong Kong cardinal: Keep opinions on political issues out of sermons
- Sep 2, 2020
Cardinal John Tong Hon of Hong Kong asked priests not to resort to using “slanderous and offensive statements” in their sermons.
Disappearance of Chinese bishop is subject of congressional hearing
- Jul 31, 2020
The disappearance — and rumors of the possible death — of a Chinese Catholic bishop was the subject of a July 30 hearing by Congress’ Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission.
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