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Senator Risa Hontiveros introduced a resolution congratulating and commending the appointment of His Excellency, Most Reverend Pablo Virgilio David, Bishop of the Diocese of Kalookan, as a cardinal of the Catholic Church.

On December 5, in a press statement, Archbishop Peter Machado of Bangalore strongly condemned the defacement of the statue of revered Lingayat seer Shivakumar Swami, calling the act “baseless and reprehensible.”

The Catholic Church continues to make strides in addressing the spiritual and pastoral needs of Agusan del Sur as the Diocese of Prosperidad unveiled its official coat of arms, a symbol of its mission and identity, during a recent presentation.

Pope Francis welcomed a delegation from Caritas Toledo, Spain, as they celebrated 60 years of charitable service in the Vatican on December 6.

Pope Francis installed four new cardinals from Asia among the 21 from across the globe on Saturday.

The new movement aims to champion electoral reforms, dismantle political dynasties, and combat disinformation.

This initiative follows the joint pastoral letter issued on December 1 by Bishop Socrates Mesiona, of the Apostolic Vicariate of Puerto Princesa, Bishop Broderick Pabillo of Apostolic Vicariate of of Taytay, and Bishop Emeritus Edgardo Juanich of Apostolic Vicariate of Taytay.

On 25 Nov, Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, United Nations Office and Specialised Agencies in Geneva voiced here last week His Holiness Pope Francis’s calls to stop producing and using landmines in the world.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Korea (CBCK) has denounced the South Korean president's declaration of martial law.

WAF Philippines is gearing up for a year-long activity early next year to enhance the faithful’s understanding of the message of Fatima and the significance of the First Five Saturday devotion.

Bishop Moises Cuevas, Apostolic Vicar of the Apostolic Vicariate of Calapan, has issued a strong warning to the public about individuals impersonating Roman Catholic clergy to solicit donations.

His Eminence Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, delivered a compelling keynote address at the opening of the Meeting of the International Societies of Apostolic Life (MISAL) 2024, emphasizing the transformative power of Christian love in crossing frontiers.

Pope Francis has released his prayer intention for December, inviting all Christians to pray for the grace to become "pilgrims of hope" as the Church prepares for the 2025 Jubilee of Hope on December 3, 2024.

As 2024 drew to a close, the Diocese of Cubao in the Philippines celebrated a significant milestone: the ordination and installation of its second bishop, Elias Ayuban Jr.

The Diocese of Seoul held a special meeting between the military altar and bishops associated with the parish on December 2, 2024.

On December 3, 2024, Pope Francis appointed Fr. Rufino "Jun" Sescon Jr. as the new bishop of the Diocese of Balanga, which has been vacant since July 2023.

The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences – Office of Social Communication (FABC-OSC) held its 29th Annual Bishops’ Meet in Jakarta, Indonesia, from November 25–29, 2024, focusing on enhancing communication within the framework of a synodal Church.

The Communication Annual Day was held on 22nd November 2024 at Holy Family Multipurpose Hall, Sancoale, organised by Holy Family Communication Centre, Sancoale

Sr. Nathalie Becquart, XMCJ, Undersecretary of the General Secretariat of the Synod and Honorary Convenor of the Love Our Pope Movement (LOPM), pays tribute to the third volume of a book series, entitled “Church Reforms 3,” by multi-awarded author Dr. Jose Mario Bautista Maximiano.

The Quiapo Church in Manila, Philippines, home to the miraculous image of the Black Nazarene, has decided to drop the word “black” in its official title.