NICARAGUA: 19 clerics released but concerns over lack of religious freedom remain
Two bishops, 15 priests and two seminarians who had been imprisoned in Nicaragua have been released and…
BRAZIL: Elderly Sisters unstoppable thanks to charity’s support
Many religious Sisters in north-east Brazil are over 65 – and several over 80 –, but they…
BRAZIL: Protecting the Amazon in the spirit of St Francis
Franciscan friars are contributing to the preservation of the Amazon rainforest in north-west Brazil by helping indigenous…
LATIN AMERICA: Academy equips Christian leaders to tackle political challenges
An international academy is offering training courses for future Catholic leaders to help them apply Christian values…