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By Fr. Antonio Carlos | Editor

The Holy See accepts to undergo a cleanup operation of its finances and align itself with international norms to promote transparency.


In This Issue


Cleaning Up Finances of the Vatican

The Holy See accepts to undergo a cleanup operation of its finances and align itself with international norms to promote transparency.

The Verdict is in, but The Jury is Still Out

The commitment to social justice, equality, humanity and progress for all as a plan of action to end racism and hatred against minorities should avoid any form of violence.  

Healthy Politics

As The Philippines will hold elections next year, citizens have the responsibility to discern who they have to choose to lead the country. 

Corruption in Timor-Leste: A Challenge to Catholicism

A young nation, Timor-Leste is attempting to eradicate corruption as the most pressing problem the country is facing. The Church must use its institutional power to weave a narrative that corruption…

Saving the Forests Is Saving the Planet

As deforestation sadly continues everywhere in the world, its consequences such as drought, soil erosion, and global warming to name a few, are heavily felt. Thus, it is important for all nations to…

Journeying in Faith amidst Hardships

The Philippines had to contend with Martial Law for years until a popular uprising spearheaded by the Catholics forced the dictator Ferdinand Marcos to flee the country. The Church was instrumental in…

“Hallowed Be Thy Name”

The Lord’s Prayer invites us to acknowledge the holiness of God. It urges us also as God’s children, to pray and to manifest His holiness in the world through our lives. 

Salamat, Mama Mary!

The love of the Filipino people for the Blessed Virgin Mary is well-known and gives origin to devotional practices like “Simbang Gabi” and “Flores de Mayo”. But the most evident feature is the…

A Trickery Meal

Fr. Cervetto got used to living alone in Darfur (which later became a war zone in Sudan), so he would eat little and adapt himself to the food served when eating with others.

World Touch


ENVIRONMENT: Pope Francis Launches Laudato Si’ Action Plan

Pope Francis launched the Vatican’s seven-year Laudato Si’ action plan to implement environmental sustainability in different sectors of the Church.

PHILIPPINES: Filipino Seminarians Plant Trees

As the Philippines celebrate 500 years of Christianity, seminarians from Saint John Vianney Theological Seminary in Cagayan de Oro City will be rolling up their sleeves to do a little gardening.

AWARD: 2021 Winner Of The Templeton Prize

The naturalist Jane Goodall won the 2021 Templeton prize in recognition of her life’s work on animal intelligence and humanity. Goodall, 87, built her global reputation on her groundbreaking studies…

SOCIETY OF JESUS: Ignatian Year To Remember St. Ignatius Of Loyola

From May 2021 until July 2022, the Society of Jesus celebrates the Ignatian year to remember the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola.

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