‘With a Heart Broken’ Pope Prays for Peace in Ukraine
By Cindy Wooden – Pope Francis said his heart was “broken” by the war in Ukraine, and he pleaded again, “Silence...
War and Refugees
Prayers for Ukraine
A woman lights a candle as she attends a prayer service at St Michael’s Cathedral of the Orthodox Church of...
War is not inevitable! May cooler heads and peaceful hearts prevail
As I write, war between Russia and Ukraine is dangerously close. I hope and pray that as you read this,...
Bishop Welcomes Pledge by Five Nuclear Nations to Prevent War
By Dennis Sadowski – The chairman of the U.S. bishops’ Committee on International Justice and Peace welcomed a pledge by...
Are Most Wars about Religion?
Question: On several occasions, I’ve heard people claiming that almost every war is about religion. I can’t believe that is...
Ethiopian bishop describes ongoing conflict as people’s ‘Way of the Cross’
By Laura Ieraci – An Ethiopian Catholic bishop has described the massive destruction, suffering and loss of life that continues to...
Afghanistan’s clear lesson: War is not the answer
Was it good that the United States and its allies fought a 20-year war against the Taliban in Afghanistan? Was...
Abolishing Nuclear Weapons: An Appeal to Common Sense
At any moment, the world could be within 30 minutes of history’s worst disaster – nuclear war! As we remember...
Mozambique’s bishops speak out against violence in Cabo Delgado
Catholic bishops in Mozambique expressed concerns about ongoing violence in the country and increasing food insecurity – especially in the...
