The just concluded Synod of Bishops was, one could say, indeed a new springtime, a new freshness in the life of the Church today. It was not just a synod on youth, but it was a synod with the youth, who brought in joy and energy to the synod hall. Someone even remarked, "I never ever thought that a synod could be so enlightening and enjoyable!" The synod was full of the "upper room" experience.

In many countries, especially in Asia, youth form the largest segment of today's society. Nearly half the population in these countries is young. Read More ➟

We the Synod Fathers now address you, young people of the world, with a word of hope, trust and consolation. In these days, we have gathered together to hear the voice of Jesus, "the eternally young Christ", and to recognize in Him your many voices, your shouts of exultation, your cries, and your moments of silence.

We are familiar with your inner searching, the joys and hopes, the pain and anguish that make up your longings. Read More ➟

MUMBAI, JULY 28: Cardinal Oswald Gracias, president of CBCI has condemned the demand by the National Commission of Women (NCW) to end the practice of Confession in the Church. The following is the full text of the press statement:

Sub: Press Release from Cardinal Oswald Gracias, President, CBCI on the interference into the Christian religious practice of Confession.
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Sadly, there has been much discussion in the media, with much fire and fury, even with un-substantiated allegationssr_prema_mc_2against the Missionaries of Charity's home for children. In this context the following is the press release issued by Sr. M. Prema MC, Superior General, Missionaries of Charity founded by Saint Mother Teresa:

NIRMAL HRIDAY, MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY HOME, EAST JAIL ROAD, RANCHI (Missionaries of Charity, Mother House, Kolkata - July 17, 2018):
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