Daily Archives: November 15, 2019

Catholicism in the Land of the Rising Sun (and declining population)

Posted on November 15, 2019 by editor

Japanese Catholics are such a small minority—less than half of 1 percent—that sustaining the faith throughout succeeding familial generations has been difficult. When Pope Francis visits Japan this November 23-26, he will be received by a highly resilient Catholic community – one … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis’ Message for the 2019 World Day of the Sick

Posted on November 15, 2019 by editor

«You received without payment; give without payment» (Mt 10:8) Dear Brothers and Sisters, “You received without payment; give without payment” (Mt 10:8). These are the words spoken by Jesus when sending forth his apostles to spread the Gospel, so that … Continue reading →

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