Brief Overview The Archdiocese of Colombo, Sri Lanka, is pursuing canonization for the 167 Catholic victims of the 2019 Easter Sunday terrorist attacks, recognizing them as martyrs of…
Brief Overview Archbishop Peter Chung Soon-taek ordained 16 new priests and 25 new deacons in Seoul’s Myeongdong Cathedral on February 1 and 2, 2024, strengthening the clergy in…
Brief Overview Religious minorities in Pakistan, including Christians, face severe persecution, with violent attacks on churches and homes, particularly in Jaranwala, Faisalabad, in August 2023. Pakistan’s blasphemy laws…
Brief Overview Catholic monasticism is a religious practice where individuals dedicate their lives to God through prayer, work, and community living, often in secluded monasteries. It began in…
Brief Overview Catholic religious orders are communities of men or women who dedicate their lives to God through vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. These orders have existed…
Brief Overview The Catholic Mass, also known as the Eucharistic liturgy, is the central act of worship in the Catholic Church. Its structure and elements draw heavily from…
Brief Overview Canonization is the formal process by which the Catholic Church declares a person a saint, recognizing their holiness and intercessory role in heaven. This process has…
Brief Overview Apostolic succession is a foundational doctrine in Catholicism, ensuring the continuity of Church authority from the apostles to modern bishops. It is rooted in the belief…
Brief Overview Catholicism has been a central part of El Salvador’s identity since the Spanish conquest in the 16th century, shaping its culture and traditions. The country’s name,…
Brief Overview Catholicism is the official state religion of Costa Rica, as established by Article 75 of the 1949 Constitution. Approximately 47% of Costa Ricans identify as Catholic,…
