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This is the root of our hope: God is with us, God still trusts us! God comes to dwell with men, choosing the Earth as his home, to be with man himself, and so He can be found there where man, spends his days in joy or in pain. Therefore, earth is no longer
just a valley of tears, but is the place where God himself, has pitched His tent, it is the meeting place between God and men, of solidarity between God and men.
Pope Francis, AsiaNews wishes all its readers an happy and Holy Christmas 2014,
With an happy New Year 2015, "Family on the run" by Mauro Valsangiacomo (Chiasso - CH, 1950 -) gift to the campaign "Adopt a Christian from Mosul"
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IRAQ - VATICAN
As 'Adopt a Christian from Mosul' continues, Mosul bishop notes that Jesus is born amid refugee containers
by Amel NonaPersecuted by the Islamic state, refugees have lost everything: belongings, home, jobs, school, and their future. Yet, their faith and mission remain strong. For them, almost 900,000 euros have been raised and sent. Pope Francis sends a message of closeness. The campaign continues according to the Patriarch of Baghdad's proposal of fasting and moderation at Christmas and New Year, with the money saved offered to the Christians of Mosul.
IRAQ
Chaldean Patriarch calls for fasting on Christmas Eve for refugees' return to Mosul
by Joseph MahmoudMar Louis Sako calls on the faithful not to celebrate Christmas and New Year in a "worldly" fashion, with pomp and abundance, out of solidarity with the people who fled the Nineveh plains, persecuted by the Islamic Army. AsiaNews is joining the fast proposed by the Patriarch and calls on all readers to give what they would have otherwise spent in support of the campaign 'Adopt a Christian from Mosul'.
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12/17/2014 INDIA
Radical Hindus attack Christians singing Christmas carols
by Nirmala Carvalho
12/14/2014 VATICAN
On the "Sunday of Joy", pope gives a prayer booklet, telling the faithful to "always carry it"
12/13/2014 IRAQ
Chaldean Patriarch calls for fasting on Christmas Eve for refugees' return to Mosul
by Joseph Mahmoud
12/16/2014 IRAQ - VATICAN
As 'Adopt a Christian from Mosul' continues, Mosul bishop notes that Jesus is born amid refugee containers
by Amel Nona
12/17/2014 INDONESIA
Central Java, Islamist threat: Scrap Christmas symbols and no celebrations
by Mathias Hariyadi
12/15/2014 CAMBODIA
Christmas for Vuon, a Cambodian who converted and beat illness thanks to Jesus
by Luca Bolelli
12/15/2014 VATICAN
Pope: the heart of Christians "is built on the rock" and not "plastered over" in a "cast" of discipline"
12/17/2014 MIDDLE EAST - ISLAM
Secularism, Sunni-Shia divide, and the Islamic state are wiping out Christians from the Middle East
by Fady Noun
12/15/2014 VIETNAM - VATICAN
The soon to be Saint Father Diep, Vietnamese priest and martyr honored even by non-Christians
12/13/2014 VATICAN
Pope tells Union of Blind and Sight-impaired Persons that Saint Lucy teaches courage, community, and self-giving
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12/20/2014 IRAQ
Chaldean Patriarch: on Christmas, Christian refugees should not feel "abandoned" or "forgotten"
by Joseph Mahmoud
Ahead of Christmas celebrations, Mar Sako issued a message to the Christian community that fled the Islamic state. Understandably, Christians are "concerned" about the loss of homes and jobs, but they should keep the "hope for a future of "peace and coexistence" alive. His Beatitude calls on the faithful to pray to keep courage alive and expressed gratitude for the help provided so far.
Erbil (AsiaNews) - Chaldean Patriarch Raphael I Mar Louis Sako issued a Christmas statement addressed to Iraq's Christian, especially its refugees who abandoned their homes following the advance of Islamic State fighters. In it, the prelate tried...
12/20/2014 VATICAN
Pope: the most dangerous misery is "the presumption that we can do without God"
According to such blind misery, material wealth, the quest for power and pleasure, and the enslavement of others to achieve these goals, are the purpose of existence.    12/20/2014 ISRAEL - PALESTINE
Gaza: Israel launches airstrike in response to rocket fired from the Gaza Strip
This morning Israel's Air Force carried out an airstrike, the first since a truce between Israel and Hamas was brokered last August. No casualties or damages have been reported. An Israeli military spokesman said that the "Hamas terror infrastructure" was hit. Hamas did not claim responsibility for yesterday's rocket.
12/20/2014 CHINA
Mongolian rights activist Hada released after 20 years
Considered a prisoner of conscience by major human rights groups, he slams Chinese authorities for torturing him and for persecuting his family. He said he would "continue to fight against the oppression of the Mongolian nationality". Like Tibet and Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia has suffered for decades from the arrival of Han Chinese settlers, whose immigration is undermining local traditions and beliefs.    12/20/2014 INDONESIA
Bogor: apostolic nuncio ordains 12 priests and deacons to pray and serve the community
by Mathias Hariyadi
Hundreds of faithful flocked to the Holy Family Parish Church in Cibinong. Mgr Filipazzi stressed that the priesthood is a service that requires obedience and holiness. Priestly vestments should not feed "personal ambitions" but encourage to "preach the Gospel and bring God to the people."
12/20/2014 BANGLADESH
Christmas carols competition held to keep Bangladeshi kids away from drugs and alcohol
by Sumon Corraya
Organised by MAGIS Bangla, a Jesuit-run youth group, the singing competition attracted 13 groups. A girls' school took away the first prize.    12/19/2014 SRI LANKA - LAOS
Sri Lanka activists tell UN to find the truth about Laotian dissident Sombath Somphone's fate
by Melani Manel Perera
The human rights activist was seized in 2012. The members of the Asian Federation against Disappearances (AFAD) organised a peaceful protest in member countries: Sri Lanka, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal.
12/19/2014 LEBANON - SYRIA
Syrian refugees in Lebanon face new challenge, children "without citizenship or rights"
UN agencies and NGOs warn that more and more children born in families fleeing the war are likely to remain stateless. Some 70 per cent of the 42,000 children born in Lebanon to Syrian parents since the outbreak of the conflict have not been registered. However, the figure could be far higher. Poverty and lack of identity papers aggravate the problem.    12/19/2014 INDIA
For Christian leaders, the government needs to rid itself of Hindu radicals because India is not a theocracy
The archbishop of Delhi and other members of the Christian clergy sign a statement on the situation of religious freedom in the country. "In a secular and democratic India, there is no place for a state religion. Religion has no place in the national political discourse." Grieving over the victims of the Peshawar attack, they note that such violence is "evidence of the dangers of fanaticism".
12/19/2014 JAPAN
With empty cradles, Japan needs to boost birth rate, govt says
Shinzo Abe's government released a draft plan to halt the decline of the Japanese population. Without a higher birth rate, health care and retirement systems are no longer viable. The draft plan includes two parts, a long-term vision and a comprehensive strategy to boost births.    12/19/2014 MALAYSIA
Christmas in Malaysia, a moment of "celebration and sharing" for Christians and Muslims
The archbishop of Kota Kinabalu in Sabah recited the inaugural prayer. The event provided an opportunity for people to come together in unity, harmony and prosperity. For the tenth anniversary, organisers chose as motto 'The Star of Great Joy,' Jesus who brings peace. For a State minister, the festivity shows "good relations between people of different faith and ethnicity".
12/19/2014 VATICAN
For pope, even to non-believers the crèche and the Christmas tree "speak of fraternity, intimacy and friendship"
This afternoon Francesco inaugurated the crèche and Christmas tree in St Peter's Square as well as the new lighting on the façade and the dome of St Peter's Basilica.    12/19/2014 VATICAN
Pope: May the Church "allow itself be surprised by the Holy Spirit", it is not an entrepreneur but a mother
"From sterility, the Lord is able to restart a new lineage, a new life. And that is the message of today. When humanity is exhausted and can no longer go forward, grace comes, and when the Son comes Salvation comes. And that exhausted Creation gives way to a new creation... ".
12/19/2014 SOUTH KOREA
Seoul, the Constitutional Court bans a Political Party: "Dictatorship is back"
Chief judges have accepted the Government's demands and imposed the dissolution of the Unified Progressive Party, accused of carrying out "pro-North Korea" policies. The Party's five elected MPs have been forced to resign: they will be banned from political life "for at least five years." The Party leader speaks of a "return of dictatorship", concern among international observers.    12/19/2014 MACAU - HONG KONG - CHINA
Occupy effect: umbrellas banned during Xi Jinping's visit to Macau (despite the rain)
by Paul Wang
Hong Kong activists were expelled from the former Portuguese colony. At the Macau Ferry Pier, people opened their umbrellas to demand freedom for all Chinese political prisoners. Opponents to Occupy are up (plus 9 per cent, to 38). Some 43.1 per cent are opposed to China's electoral reform. At least 1.2 million people took part in the Occupy protest.

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12/19/2014 PAKISTAN
Faisalabad, Sehar's Christmas: blind from birth, she now can see thanks to a chain of solidarity by Shafique Khokhar
12/19/2014 IRAQ - SYRIA
Mount Sinjar, the peshmerga break siege of Islamic State militias
12/18/2014 CHINA - KENYA
Illegal ivory trade 'out of control' due to Chinese demand, elephants could disappear
12/18/2014 INDIA
Clergy tunes "in to God's message" to mark Christmas in Vijayawada by Benigna Menezes*
12/18/2014 VATICAN - US - CUBA
Pope: "Today we are all happy" for the new relations between the US and Cuba
12/18/2014 PALESTINE - ISRAEL
Palestine presents peace plan to the UN Council, Israel calls it an act of aggression by Joshua Lapide
12/18/2014 UNITED STATES - NORTH KOREA
Sony Pictures pulls 'The Interview' following threats from pro-North Korea hackers
12/18/2014 INDIA
Radical Hindus' Christmas reconversions postponed, not cancelled
12/18/2014 PAKISTAN
Karachi archbishop calls for prayer and silence in Catholic schools for Peshawar massacre victims by Shafique Khokhar
12/18/2014 VATICAN
Pope: God walks with us in history, and when we go wrong he correct history and brings it forward
12/18/2014 JAPAN
Japan's Communist Party celebrates winning 21 seats in recent elections
12/18/2014 PHILIPPINES - VATICAN
Filipino priest: Pope Francis' visit strengthens the fight against corruption
12/18/2014 SYRIA
Syria, over 230 bodies in a mass grave: massacred by Islamic State
12/17/2014 PAKISTAN
In a country in shock over Peshawar massacre, Islamabad bishop calls for unity against terrorism by Jibran Khan
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11110 fu un ordine esecutivo firmato il 4 giugno 1963 dal presidente degli Stati Uniti John Kennedy. Esso delegava al segretario del tesoro USA il potere, già attribuito al Presidente dall'Agricultural Adjustment Act del 1933, di emettere certificati argentei (silver certificates). QUINDI, DI NON COMPRARE AD INTERESSE, IL DENARO DA ROTHSCHILD SPA.. MA, DI STAMPARSELO GRATUITAMENTE IN REGIME DI SOVRANITà MONETARIA COME DICE LA COSTITUZIONE: MA, FU L'ULTIMA COSA CHE FECE!

la storia del RUBLO, ci dimostra come: sono i salafiti sauditi massoni farisei Illuminati, ad avere il controllo della finanza mondiale! .. quindi stanno intimidendo e ricattando Putin, per lasciare sterminare il popolo sovrano dei russofoni! MA, QUESTA è LA VERITà: NOI SIAMO GIà PRONTI PER LA GUERRA MONDIALE NUCLEARE.. ROTHSCILD LA VUOLE, E NOI NON POSSIAMO FARE NULLA PER EVITARLA.. PERCHé CERTO IN TALMUD FMI FED BCE SPA GMOS, NON SI FERMERà, FINCHé COME, HA DICHIARATO: NON FARà DI TUTTO IL GENERE UMANO UN SOLO BRANCO DI SCHIAVI GOYM, ECCO PERCHé ISRAELE, CHE, è LA SPERANZA DEL GENERE UMANO, LA STESSA SPERANZA PER L'ISLAM DI POTER SOPRAVVIVERE: DEVE ESSERE SOPPRESSO! Ucraina: Hollande tende la mano a Russia, Se Mosca fa ciò che aspettiamo: E SI FA SODOMIZZARE, NON CI SARà nessuna nuova sanzione, anzi... SARà UNO SCHIAVO FELICE!
18 dicembre 2014 BRUXELLES, 18 DIC - "Credo che se la Russia ci invia i segnali che ci aspettiamo, non c'è motivo di nuove sanzioni ma, anzi, converrebbe al contrario cominciare a vedere come possiamo impegnarci ad andare verso una de-escalation": così il presidente francese Francois Hollande entrando al vertice europeo. Parole analogamente distensive erano venute poco prima dal premier italiano, Matteo Renzi. Francois Hollande, Matteo Renzi. coglioni, Satana vi ha detto, che, IO ero troppo demoralizzato per reagire? MA UNIUS REI è METAFISICA: NON è UMORALITà PSICOLOGICA!

open letter a Papa Francesco [ io rischio di essere ucciso, ogni giorno: da otto anni! e sarei già stato ucciso, certamente, se io non fossi il progetto politico: del Re di Israele, e se non avessi potuto dimostrare di aver ssputo calpestare: nel nome di Gesù i Betlemme: tutti i poteri: occulti massonici e esoterici! ] otto anni fa, io ho distrutto la mia azienda agricola, ed io ho fatto un mutuo, per 25 anni, che, è un sacrificio economico: di poco inferiore ai: 600.000 euro, per: 1. soccorrere i martiri cristiani 2. fermare la usurocrazia del NWO, che: è il furto: della nostra sovranità monetaria! 3. Quindi fermare la agenda del Talmud, che, distruggerà ISraele, ed il Genere umano: 4. perché: è il satanismo ideologico e pratico dei giudei massoni, e, 5. tutti i satanismi: dalit, goym, dhimmi, che, hanno preso il controllo del potere: per colpa loro! 6. in questi 8anni: IO ho lavorato tutti i giorni: più di 8 ore al giorno... e poi, perché, i satanisti cannibali della CIA, e tutti gli anticristi massoni farisei salafiti, del mondo: possano essere soccorsi ed aiutati, io devo avere: il mio Arcivescovo Mons FRANCESCO CACUCCI, che, lui mi deve perseguitare: ed infatti, mi ha rimosso il mio Ministero di Accolito: dopo 32 anni, senza comunicarmi le motivazioni, che, questo: è un atto di vero terrorismo, e di intimidazione.. QUALCOSA CHE IL REGNO DI DIO NON POTREBBE MAI ACCETTARE! https://www.youtube.com/user/UniusRei3/discussion pace e gioia pace e bene,fratello. e detto da te, ha un valore inestimabile! Madonna povertà ci disse: Benedica il Signore il vostro coraggio e il lavoro delle vostre mani. persone non capiscono che nella lode a Dio, per ogni situazione della nostra vita anche spiacevole, e nella Parola di Dio, c'è il segreto della eternità, e di ogni potenza divina nella vita del cristiano. C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen! https://www.youtube.com/user/JezabelIxloveIMF666N/discussion
18 dicembre alle ore 22.06
Cesare Biraschi · Top Commentator
Signor , questo è il suo sermone di Natale forse?
Lorenzo · Teologico dell'Italia Meridionale
Cesare Biraschi https://www.facebook.com/cesare.biraschi è: proprio questa la tua disgrazia, infatti, io non sono un religioso: che impartisce sermoni: io sono il politico universale: Fratellanza Universale: Unius REI! .. COME, tu TI SEI FATTO IL COMPLICE DELLA USUROCRAZIA MONDIALE: per fare schiavi tutti i popoli del mondo?!

Lorenzo · Teologico dell'Italia Meridionale
i satanisti massoni farisei bildenberg: rothschild: Fmi, 322 Bush Nwo, ci porteranno in guerra mondiale!
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MARIO SAID: "io credo, ma solo x timore di Dio, so che devo rendere coto
conto in seguito e l'inferno il purgatorio esiste e e ne sono sicuro. voglio solo salvarmi al massimo non credo di essere portato x altro

UNIUS REI SAID: tutto il tuo debito, male vergogna.. è stato distrutto sulla croce.. rilassati Dio non ce la con te!

MARIO SAID: "ok meglio così ahhhaa
come puo Dio ignorare i martiri cristiani di iraq, siria, nigeria, egitto pakistan ecc ecc nessuno farà nulla x loro hai visto delle studentesse nigeriane nessuno parla, tra poco verrano anche qui a farci saltare in aria bhooo

UNIUS REI SAID: dobbiamo combattere Dio non vuole che noi rinunciamo alla nostra legittima difesa!
tu lo sai.. Dio guarda alla vita eterna e premia Abele con la Morte, e punisce Caino con la Vita.. DIO DEVE RISPETTARE IL NOSTRO LIBERO ARBITRIO ALTRIMENTI SAREBBE VANO IL SUO GIUDIZIO VERO DI NOI!

MARIO SAID: "leggitima difesa come sono morti i primi cristiani al colosseo o come sono morti gli armeni con gli ottomani

UNIUS REI SAID: MA, NOI LI ABBIAMO ANCHE SAPUTI STERMINARE BENE A LEPANTO!

MARIO SAID: "ma adesso invece non c'è la repubblica di venezia a fare la guerra anche se anche allora l'hanno lasciata pure lei sola

UNIUS REI SAID: "SATANISTI MASSONI: VOGLIONO FARE DISTRUGGERE EUROPA CONTRO RUSSIA, PER LASCIARE INVADERE LA EUROPA DALLA LEGA ARABA

MARIO SAID: "secondo te come fa a finire questa faccenda pensi che l'occidente rimane in mano ai massoni e l'oriente in mano all'islam?
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L'esercizio fisico, mangiare bene, filo, e, soprattutto, interiorizzare la SCRITTURE ogni giorno !!!

03/21/2014 KOREA As it gets ready for a papal visit, Korea rediscovers its early encounter with the Christian faith Following the announcement that Pope Francis will visit the country, Koreans, including non-Christians, are debating the teachings of the Gospel and the religion's first coming in the country during the period of persecution under the Joseon kingdom. A government site posts excerpts from the first catechism, written in the 18th century by a courtly scholar commenting the works of Matteo Ricci.
	03/17/2014 RUSSIA - UKRAINE After the referendum, the Ukrainian Church-Kyiv Patriarchate fears ban in Crimea Nina Achmatova As Patriarch Filaret is praying for Ukraine's "liberation from the occupiers," Moscow Orthodox fear expulsion from the Ukraine. Whilst recognising Ukraine's right to self-determination, the Moscow Patriarchate remains under Putin's influence. Crimea's invasion resembles Nazi Germany's Anschluss of Austria.
	03/15/2014 PAKISTAN Asia Bibi's appeal to be heard by Lahore High Court After more than four years in prison, sentenced to death without trial for "blasphemy", the Pakistani Christian will appear before High Court judges in two days time. The Centre for Legal Aid, Assistance and Settlement, which has taken up her case, appeals to the court to "not give in to pressure from fundamentalists and make sure that justice wins out".
	03/14/2014 MYANMAR Myanmar government excludes Rohingya from census The 800,000 or so members of the Muslim minority will be included in the "Other" category. For the director general of the Department on Population, the Rohingya will not be able to identify themselves as such. The country's first census in 30 years will run from 30 March to 10 April.
	03/11/2014 KOREA - VATICAN Francis in Korea, five days for young people and for peace in Asia The program of the papal visit is not yet official, but several sources tell AsiaNews that in addition to the Asian Youth Day and the beatification of the 124 Korean martyrs, the Pope will visit a home for the disabled and homeless, the birthplace of St. Andrew Kim Taegon and the fortress where the first Korean Catholics were martyred. A planned visit to the "Cathedral of Reconciliation " in Paju, on the border with the North.
	03/10/2014 TURKEY Pan-Orthodox Assembly issues final communiqué NAT da Polis Announcement sets dates and stages of 2016 Pan-Orthodox Synod. Participants express solidarity with the people of Syria and persecuted Christians, and make an appeal for the release of all hostages. They pray reconciliation in Ukraine. Faced with the world's economic and moral crisis, the Churches respond by bearing spiritual witness to the faith and defending human dignity, the relationship between men and women, and the environment.
	03/05/2014 INDIA For Christian leader, victims in Orissa and Gujarat should be treated the same way Nirmala Carvalho The president of the Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC) calls on the central government to give the children of victims of anti-Christian pogroms in Kandhamal (2008) the same privileges in government hiring as it does for the children of Hindu-Muslim riots (2002).
	03/05/2014 PAKISTAN Pakistani Christians fast and pray for peace and persecuted minorities Jibran Khan Every church in the country holds special services for Ash Wednesday. The Diocese of Lahore and Rawalpindi issues a message of peace and harmony. For priest in Lahore, this is a propitious time to refrain from the world's temptations. In Sialkot, thoughts go to Christians "persecuted for their faith."
	03/04/2014 VATICAN Pope: Remember that among Christians "there are more martyrs today than in the early days of the Church" "The world does not tolerate the divinity of Christ. It doesn't tolerate the announcement of the Gospel. It does not tolerate the Beatitudes". "They are condemned because they have a Bible. They can not make the sign of the Cross", "they can not go to Mass, because it is forbidden". How often "does a priest come in secret, among them, they pretend they are having a meal, taking tea and there they celebrate Mass", "so they will not see them".
	03/04/2014 IRAQ Chaldean Patriarch calls for a stop to the exodus to preserve the origin and history of Iraq's Christians Joseph Mahmoud For Mar Sako, "Our future is here, not in the countries of the Diaspora". He slams mafias and traffickers who "encourage emigration", bemoaning the fact that without the people, only empty churches and dead stones are left. Better education, jobs, housing and investment are the bases to revive the Christian presence.

03/03/2014 CHINA . C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen! As China's parliament gets ready to meet, the noose around Zhou Yongkang tightens Chen Weijun The former powerful national security strongman is increasingly isolated. Xi Jinping's government has indicted all of his loyalists, as well as his son and brother. A spokesman for the Consultative Conference of the People does not deny claims that he is under investigation. Surveillance around his homes are boosted. The National People's Congress is set to meet. Last year's meeting preceded Bo Xilai's trial.
	02/25/2014 SOUTH KOREA For Card Yeom, the Korean Church is committed to offering Asia and the world the fruits of the Gospel "When we hugged each other to exchange the peace," the Archbishop of Seoul said, the pope "told me suddenly that he loves Korea. I answered him right away that [. . .] we too love him. [. . .] Now let us pray and hope for a [papal] visit to our country." The pastoral and missionary challenges faced by Korean Catholics must go "through love." The prelate renews his commitment to life, which is under attack throughout East Asia.
	02/24/2014 SYRIA Akram al-Bunni, a Christian, a Communist dissident and critic of Assad, arrested Paul Dakiki Jailed several times for about 20 years for criticising the Assad regime and calling for a democratic transformation of society, last year he called on Syria's minorities not to use fear of radical Islam to endorse the Assad dictatorship.
	02/22/2014 VATICAN Pope: Church asks new cardinals for "communion", "courage", "witness", "prayer" and "compassion" Benedict XVI also present in St. Peter's as Francis "creates" 18 new cardinals. In a few days they will be joined Msgr. Loris Capovilla, who was absent due to poor health. "Jesus did not come to teach a philosophy, an ideology… but rather "a way", a journey to be undertaken with him, and we learn the way as we go, by walking". Spiritual closeness to the ecclesial communities and to all Christians suffering from discrimination and persecution".
	02/21/2014 VATICAN Pope: consistory, prayer for Christians victims of persecution The pope refers to "the succession of attacks" in Sudan and Nigeria, "the dramatic evolution" of the situation in Ukraine and the "persistent conflict" in Syria and the Central African Republic. Many conflicts are described as religious in nature, not infrequently surreptitiously placing Christians and Muslims in opposition, when in fact they are mainly of an ethnic, political or economic nature.. C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	02/20/2014 LAOS Censorship, abductions and abuses: Laos is Southeast Asia's "most repressive" regime Activists slam Laos for having a "very dictatorial, rights-repressing government" in terms of civil rights and individual liberties. Sombath Somphone's disappearance is warning to all activists and opponents of the regime. A Lao citizen confirms that no one can talk about politics or criticise the ruling Communist Party. Even religion is under tight state control.
	02/19/2014 CHINA Communist Party's investigates former security czar's right hand man Analysts and experts agree that the rope is tightening around Zhou Yongkang, China's top internal security forces chief for a decade and the inventor of the modern Chinese repression. However, the Xi Jinping administration has tried to gather evidence on Zhou but it is unclear if the findings would be made public.
	02/17/2014 INDONESIA Semarang: ten former Communist Party political prisoners arrested Mathias Hariyadi Police "picked up" several ex members of the banned PKI for interrogation. The raid was carried out because of an (alleged) attempt to "re-establish" the Indonesian Communist Party. The operation began after members of Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) kept the people detained under surveillance and later filed a complaint against them. Local sources say the meeting was nothing more than a "family reunion" with no political aims.. C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	02/14/2014 INDIA US Christian missionary arrested in India Nirmala Carvalho Rev David Grant, a pastor with the Evangelical Assemblies of God World Missions, is accused of breaking visa rules. For the president of the Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC), his arrest underscores the unequal treatment reserved for Christian clergymen, who are often subjected to "threats, abuse and arrests."
	02/13/2014 CHINA Twelve Protestants arrested in Beijing for suspected links to dissidents Wang Zhicheng Officially, they are in jail for illegal gathering (to study the Bible). Several of them are dissidents who converted to Christianity. Some of them also support Xu Zhiyong, a leader of the New Citizens movement, a group that calls for respect for the constitution and transparency with regards to the assets owned by Communist Party leaders. Xu Yonghai, head of the Holy Love Fellowship, converted at the time of the Tiananmen movement.. C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!

02/06/2014 VATICAN Pope's Message for WYD 2014: The poor in spirit, revolutionary, strong and happy Papa Francesco The full text of the Message for World Youth Day, to be celebrated on 13 April next . The theme: "Blessed are the poor in spirit , for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" ( Mt 5:3 ) . John Paul II, who will be canonized a few days after WYD, called "the patron of World Youth Day, which he inaugurated and always supported."
	02/05/2014 CHINA Dissident's father dies after falling from building, "suicide" according to police After fleeing a 'black jail,' Xue Fushun, father of pro-democracy activist Xue Mingkai, sought refuge at a Procuratorate building seeking protection against police persecution against his family. For his wife and son, he did not commit suicide, but was deliberately murdered. Chinese dissidents express their support in an open letter that slams the authorities for "human rights violations".
	02/04/2014 VATICAN - KOREA Peace with the North, youth and martyrs on pope's agenda in Korea Pope Francis' trip to the Korean Peninsula is "pretty sure", this according to Vatican sources. In addition to activities related to Asian Youth Day, the beatification of the 124 Korean martyrs and a special Mass for the reunification of the two Koreas are also planned.
	01/30/2014 IRAQ Mar Sako, a year as Patriarch: unity, dialogue and mission, the challenges of the Chaldean Church Joseph Mahmoud In a pastoral letter His Beatitude recounts the first year at the helm of the Chaldeans , and presents guidelines for the future. He does not forget the difficulties, the exodus of Christians and sectarian violence. The call to revive "the original charism" that helps believers to really live the "gift" of faith. The hope of peace and thoughts for our "brothers and sisters" in Syria and Lebanon.
	01/29/2014 JAPAN - VATICAN Marega Papers are "important not only for the Church but for the whole of Japan" Teruaki Nagasaki, Japan's ambassador to the Holy See in Tokyo, talked to AsiaNews about the agreement between Japan and the Vatican to translate and inventory documents that describe the presence and persecution of Christians in Japan. The papers have "great historical significance," he said. In fact, "next year we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the re-emergence of the ' hidden Christians'," and "we hope [. . .] he will visit Japan" for the occasion.C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	01/28/2014 VIETNAM Hanoi, date set for Catholic lawyer and dissident, Le Quoc Quan's appeal Appeal set for next February 8. The lawyer was sentenced to 30 months for "tax evasion" , but sentence really motivated by his activism critical of the Communist Party and the government. "Satisfactory" health conditions. Only permitted "official" newspapers to read in his cell, forbidden the Bible.
	01/21/2014 SRI LANKA - PAKISTAN Pakistani Christians ask for Church help to get political asylum in Sri Lanka Melani Manel Perera At least 200 refugees, including more than 50 children, have been stranded in Negombo for nearly three years. UNHCR authorities have not yet recognised their rights as refugees. The inability to get an education and crime are their most serious problems. "In Pakistan, we are treated like enemies," some young people said, "but as Christians, there is no peace in our country."
	01/20/2014 MYANMAR Yangon archbishop: from unity comes the baptism of a new Myanmar Francis Khoo Thwe In a message issued for the "Week of prayer for Christian Unity", Mgr Bo calls for unity and cooperation among the country's many components. He also pleads for the defence of the weak and the oppressed, urging Christians to rediscover unity and transcend theological and liturgical differences. The prelate calls for the return of schools and assets seized from Burmese Church in the past.
	01/17/2014 CHINA Beijing, Uyghur academic Ilham Tohti arrested without charges Ilham Tohti, 45, is a professor of economics at Beijing University. About 30 public security officials entered his house, dragged him away and seized his computers and telephones. His wife: "Arrested in other circumstances, but it is different this time". The professor is known for his articles in defense of ethnicity, accused by the government of covering Islamic terrorism in China.
	01/15/2014 VATICAN Pope: through our Baptism we are all called to be missionaries At the General Audience, Francis emphasizes the Community dimension of being part of God's People. The example of Japan where a community left without priests kept the faith for 250 years and a thought for the Arab faithful today : "how difficulties and persecutions, when experienced with trust, confidence and hope , purify and strengthen the faith".C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!

01/15/2014 VIETNAM Saigon, plainclothes officers attack the leader of the Unified Buddhist Church The attack took place in broad daylight on the streets of the city. The victim is monk Thich Chon Tam, who was under "constant police surveillance". In recent days, he was removed from Hue for trying to participate in the Memorial Day. UBCV movement target of lengthy persecution.
	01/14/2014 INDIA Evangelical clergyman stabbed to death in Andhra Pradesh Four unknown men visited the home of Rev Sanjeevulu, head of the 'Friends of Hebron.' After beating beat him and stabbing him seven times, they also attacked his wife, who managed to escape. Christians who asked for justice were arrested by the authorities. "Although the motive of the attack is not yet known," said a Christian leader, "It could be premeditated murder."
	01/13/2014 VATICAN Pope: not just war, but "every denial of human dignity" wounds peace In his speech to diplomats, Pope Francis hopes for an end to conflict in Syria, Lebanon and expresses concern for Iraq, prayers for the reunification of the Koreas, openness to China, the African drama and violence against Christians. The lack of a "culture of encounter" and the "waste" of people deemed "unnecessary", such as the elderly or children who are aborted. The "greedy exploitation of natural resources".
	01/11/2014 VIETNAM Vietnamese Jesuits mark 400 years of mission with a solemn Mass The Holy Year ends on 18 January 2015, exactly four centuries after the Jesuits set foot in the country for the first time. In order to mark the occasion, they set up a website listing all major events associated with the anniversary. One of the aims of the commemoration is the spiritual renewal of the members of the Society of Jesus and those who have adopted its charism.
	01/09/2014 VIETNAM Vietnamese police block Buddhist Memorial Day celebrations More than a hundred agents are "intercepting, harassing and intimidating" monks, nuns and ordinary members of the Unified Buddhist Church of Vietnam, denying access to the Long Quang Pagoda in Hue. Those who are arrested have come from various parts of the country to join the celebration.
	01/02/2014 JAPAN - VIETNAM Once a child among the boat people fleeing Vietnam, today a priest among Fukushima's evacuees The 36-year old priest Nguyen Quang Thuan "gives back" to the country that welcomed him devoting himself to psychologically helping to those who have been evacuated from their homes in the aftermath of the Fukushima nuclear power plant disaster of March 2011.
	12/30/2013 VIETNAM Vietnamese Catholics attacked while carrying Christmas gifts to orphans Joseph Dang Attack took place in Kontum, where a group of volunteers were blocked by police and forced to turn back. One of the assaulted, tortured by the head of the local Communist Party, ended up in hospital with multiple internal injuries.
	12/28/2013 KOREA North Korean Christians celebrate Christmas in secret underground tunnels A refugee from Kim's regime says "there are secret places where the faithful, in groups of two or three, come together to perform religious functions." In the South, a Protestant church, led by Rev Chun, brought together the exiles for the birth of Jesus.C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	12/27/2013 TURKEY Bartholomew: For 2013 years Jesus has been persecuted by contemporary Herods NAT da Polis The importance of the Christian family, "cell of life and cradle for the correct and proper growth of children" founded on the nature of man and woman: The Christmas message of the Ecumenical Patriarch .
	12/20/2013 ITALY - ASIA The joy of the Gospel and Christmas Bernardo Cervellera Pope Francis's apostolic exhortation is a great comfort for those who seek to build bridges to each other, without fear of going against public feelings. The "mild light of Christ" can confound and ultimately cancel the artificial light of the world. Best wishes from AsiaNews to its readers and friends; that they may "work" with the Saviour who is born.

12/19/2013 SOUTH KOREA - VATICAN Ambassador Han looks at 50 years of Korea-Holy See relations, the Gospel and the common good Thomas Han Hong-soon* The outgoing ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Vatican gives his thoughts at the end of his mandate, talking about the fruitful influence of Christianity on his country where the Catholic Church is the most respected institution. Within 30 years, Catholics will represent 50 per cent of the population. He talks about his countrymen's hopes for a visit of Pope Francis and makes some suggestions to China.C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	12/19/2013 VIETNAM For Vinh Bishop, jail and campaigns of lies will not stop the Church's mission For Mgr Paul Nguyen Thai Hop, the Catholic community is trying to participate actively and with "enthusiasm" to the "New Evangelisation". Although the authorities have attacked the diocese, the faithful "are not afraid," showing instead "strong faith and unity." Our goals, said the prelate, remain "dialogue, peace, love and forgiveness."
	12/16/2013 INDIA Ancient Mumbai crucifix desecrated. Card Gracias : A wound for the entire population Nirmala Carvalho Unknown assailants pulled the statue of Jesus from the cross and smashed it to pieces. The incident occurred in the district of Vile Parle , near the church of St. Francis Xavier, where 37 children were preparing to receive their First Holy Communion . The archbishop of Mumbai describes it as an "attack on the tolerance , harmony and diversity that characterize our beloved city ." Last September, another church was desecrated in Mumbai .
	12/12/2013 INDONESIA - ISLAM Society against the government over religion on ID papers Mathias Hariyadi Parliament's decision to include holder's religious affiliation in identity papers sparks widespread criticism. For many, the inclusion will lead to persecution and abuse, especially of those who do not belong to any of the recognised faiths. According to research by the Setara Institute, the Ahmadi sect has endured the most with 46 attacks out of 122 incidents recorded in the first six months of 2013.
	12/11/2013 INDIA Karnataka, Christmas sees return of Hindu fundamentalist persecution Two women were arrested for distributing leaflets about Christianity . A mob of extremists threaten to launch a mass protest , to punish "those who practice conversions". President of the Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC ), tells AsiaNews: "A shameful attack, as planned nationalist forces step up pressure on Christians at Christmas".
	12/04/2013 SRI LANKA Mangalika's story: an HIV-positive Catholic woman helps fellow AIDS patients Melani Manel Perera The 53-year-old woman discovered she had contracted the virus from her husband, a migrant worker, who could not resist the shame and committed suicide. Faith in God, family support and the encouragement of an HIV-positive doctor led Princy Mangalika to establish an NGO for people with HIV/AIDS. In Sri Lanka, the disease is still stigmatised, even though at least 3,000 people are affected. "They threatened me and tried to set fire to my house," she said, "but I thank the Lord for showing me the way."C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	11/30/2013 TURKEY For Patriarch Bartholomew, Pope Francis breathes new life in the "dialogue of love" between "Sister Churches" NAT da Polis The decision to meet in Jerusalem in the spring of 2014 is particularly important coming on the 50th anniversary of the historic embrace between Pope Paul VI and Ecumenical Patriarch Athenagoras. "We are very saddened by our failure to reach full communion, cause of so many evils among us Christians".
	11/28/2013 VATICAN Pope: the persecution of Christians tells us that Christ's victory "is near" "We can not talk about religion , it's a private thing , no? Do not speak about it publicly . Religious signs are removed. We must obey the orders of worldly powers. We can do many things, beautiful things, but not worship God. "
	11/28/2013 ISLAM - CHRISTIANITY For Muslim scholar, Islam does not know how to engage in dialogue, must learn from Christians Idris Tawfiq First Muslim guest at the World Council of Churches, a professor from Al Azhar is struck by the mutual respect and willingness to listen shown by Christian delegates. He would like to see Muslims behave this way. As am ambassador of Islam, he calls on Muslims to "open up to the issues of poverty and care for creation."
	11/26/2013 MIDDLE EAST - ASIA A spiritual retreat in Dubai keeps the faith alive among migrants in the Middle East Nirmala Carvalho Fr Errol Fernandes, a Jesuit, talks to AsiaNews about Christian workers bearing witness o their faith in the countries of the Persian Gulf. From 4 to 6 November, the priest led a spiritual retreat in Dubai on the occasion of the Year of Faith, on behalf of Churches that exist because of the presence of migrants. Wherever freedom of religion exists in Arab countries, Christianity is alive and vibrant. For the clergyman, those who are persecuted live like Christ and their witness brings new life to the Church.C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!

11/26/2013 RUSSIA - VATICAN Moscow Patriarchate calls for a "solution to international problems" after Putin-Pope meeting Nina Achmatova Among Catholics and Orthodox, the meeting between the Russian leader and the pope is seen through political senses. Nothing is said about ecumenical dialogue. Exchanges between the Churches is active. Mgr Paglia and Card Koch are set to travel to Moscow.
	11/26/2013 VATICAN Pope: "A missionary and pastoral conversion" for a Church open to changing its structures Franco Pisano The Apostolic Exhortation " Evangelii Gaudium". Evangelization, the programmatic manifesto of the papacy, must find "new paths" and "creative methods" . A "healthy decentralization". An economic system "unjust at its roots". "Authentic attacks on religious freedom". "There is an inseparable link between our faith and the poor ". " No one can demand from us that we relegate religion to the secret intimacy of the individual". Islamic countries must "ensure freedom to Christians to worship and live their faith."
	11/25/2013 VATICAN - RUSSIA Middle East and persecution of Christians focus of Pope's meeting with Putin The Vatican speaks of "cordial discussions" and "good bilateral relations". The Russian president brings the greetings of Patriarch Kirill to Francis , but not an invitation to go to Moscow . Father Lombardi : "No one expected there to be one".C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	11/25/2013 VATICAN Pope: make a "definite choice" for the Lord , like the persecuted Christians of every age Those who trust in God even in "extreme situations", " are an example for us and encourage us to offer all that we have to the treasure of the Church". Not only martyrs , but also many parents who make definitive choices every day to forge ahead with their family, their children are " a treasure in the Church ."
	11/22/2013 MYANMAR - UNITED NATIONS Archbishop of Yangon : Interreligious dialogue is the only way to solve the Rohingya drama Francis Khoo Thwe After the UN's appeal, staunchly rejected by the Burmese government with NLD approval, the issue of citizenship for Rohingya takes centre stage. Msgr . Bo says it is a sensitive issue and points to the need to distinguish "case by case " . Speaking to AsiaNews calls for a "serious discussion" and a major confrontation between religious leaders. Teaching of religion in school fundamental.
	11/21/2013 RUSSIA Russia, attacks on Jehovah's Witnesses and Pentecostals increase under anti-extremism law Nina Achmatova Experts from the Sova center denounce the escalation of attacks against religious minorities. On November 25 Tagarong trial opens against 16 Jehovah's Witnesses accused of extremism for continuing to pray and read the Bible together, after the ban on the community decided by the Russian Supreme Court in 2009.
	11/20/2013 INDIA - UNITED STATES Christian leader: religious freedom is central to the dialogue between Washington and New Delhi Nirmala Carvalho The president of the Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC) backs a bipartisan US resolution concerning relations between the two countries. The United States is "concerned" about the violations of freedom of religion. India's political parties and religious organisations must "publicly oppose the exploitation of religious differences and denounce harassment and violence against religious minorities, especially in the run-up to India's general elections in 2014."
	11/19/2013 VATICAN Pope: a nation that does not respect the elderly, has no future, because it has no memory "We pray for our grandfathers, our grandmothers, who often have had a heroic role in the transmission of the faith in times of persecution . When mom and dad were not at home and even had strange ideas, that the politics of the time taught, grandparents were the ones who passed on the faith. "
	11/19/2013 JAPAN - VATICAN For Nagasaki bishop, the Year of Faith has brought good results, now we are waiting for Francis Joseph Yun Li-sun Archbishop Takami concelebrated Mass with the Pope in Santa Marta. "I told him about our invitation to him to visit the country. He did not answer outright, but he was very satisfied. Let's hope he comes because his example has brought many Christians back to the Church. Even non-Christians in Japan follow him, impressed by his example and his words."
	11/18/2013 INDIA For Indian Christian leader, Narendra Modi is a threat to religious freedom Nirmala Carvalho This is the conclusion reached by Sajan George, president of Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC) following certain statements made by Modi, the prime ministerial candidate of the Hindu ultra-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who said that that he likes Karnataka's "saffron wave". Saffron is the colour of radical Hindus, and the state has one of the worst records in terms of the persecution of religious minorities. C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!

11/17/2013 VATICAN Pope: Many Christians worldwide suffer for their faith, I am close to them with admiration and prayer At the Sunday Angelus, Francis speaks of Jesus 'discourse ' about the end of time" and in unscripted remarks recalls the "brothers and sisters in many parts of the world who are still persecuted for their fidelity to Jesus. There are many, perhaps more than in the first centuries, we are close to them with our hearts and prayers". After the Marian prayer, the Pope announces the distribution of Misericordina in the square : a small box containing a Rosary , "spiritual medicine" 59 beaded steps that "is good for all of our lives ."
	11/11/2013 PAKISTAN Lahore: life of Christian pastor accused of blasphemy in danger Jibran Khan An outlawed extremist organisation, Jamat-ul-Dawa, issues a fatwa against Adnan Masih. As a result of a misunderstanding, the Christian man has been accused of insulting Muhammad and Islam. As police investigates, the clergyman and his family are under their protection. A local priest notes that this is "the third case of persecution against Christians based on the blasphemy law in just two months."
	11/08/2013 SRI LANKA Desmond Tutu says no to Commonwealth meeting to stop violations in Sri Lanka Melani Manel Perera The Anglican Archbishop and Nobel Peace Prize laureate calls on Commonwealth leaders to boycott the meeting summit in Colombo on 15-17 November. For Archbishop Tutu, this would put pressure on Rajapaksa and his government to address outstanding issues like forced abductions, war crimes against Tamils, and media repression.
	11/04/2013 CHINA Xinjiang: General in charge of security removed after attack on Tiananmen The authorities have removed Yong Peng from official duties. The decision after the terrorist attack on the heart of Beijing, which the Party claims is the work of Uyghurs from the western province. Analysts in agreement that the only independence movement left "unable to plan such attacks ."
	11/01/2013 VATICAN Pope: At this time, we think about our own sunset with the heart anchored on the hope of Jesus that does not disappoint Putting aside his written text, Francis Pope offers a meditation on death at Rome's Verano cemetery, one that is also about hope "anchored" in Jesus Christ. His thoughts were also for the refugees who die in the desert and at sea.
	11/01/2013 ASIA - VATICAN Pope blesses AsiaNews at ten Bernardo Cervellera We have had ten good years, going from hundreds to millions of readers. In this period, we have upheld our Christian identity and felt close to every situation in which people are humiliated and persecuted. Our friends include Orthodox, Protestants, Jehovah's Witnesses, Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus, and atheists. By presenting the stories of Christians in Asia, we can help the Christians of the West.C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!
	11/01/2013 VATICAN Pope: the Saints tell us to trust the Lord and not be afraid to go against the tide On the Solemnity of All Saints, Pope Francis reminds us that "life's goal is not death" but heaven. The saints are not supermen, but ordinary people who lived following Jesus; people who loved others instead of hating them, in the spirit of the beatitudes. This afternoon, the Pope will celebrate Mass at the Verano cemetery and pray especially for Christians who died "because of persecution."
	10/31/2013 ITALY - MYANMAR Aung San Suu Kyi tells AsiaNews that peace and unity are the way to a democratic Burma Dario Salvi In an exclusive interview with AsiaNews, the Nobel Prize laureate calls for true "equality" among Burma's citizens in order to further the country's development. The people of Burma can overcome ethnic and religious conflicts through "hard work", following the path indicated by religious leaders, thus taking "responsibility to bring about peace."
	10/31/2013 VATICAN Pope: Every Christian must ask himself how he responds to the love of Jesus This morning Francis celebrated Mass in St. Peter's, at the altar is the tomb of John Paul II. We must ask ourselves if we are like Saint Paul, for whom "no one can separate me from the love of Christ " or like "unfaithful" Jerusalem "unwilling to be loved".
	10/29/2013 PAKISTAN Karachi: Christian family faced with blasphemy and forced conversion threats Jibran Khan In September, the head of the family, Boota Masih, a 58-yeaer-old goldsmith, was killed, falsely accused of blasphemy. In fact, a business rival was behind the murder, and he is still free and unpunished. Meanwhile, armed men have threatened the victim's family, telling them to convert to Islam or face death. Police however have arrested these men.

10/24/2013 VATICAN Pope calls for opposition to all forms of intolerance, from anti-Semitism to the persecution of Christians During a meeting with a delegation from the "Simon Wiesenthal Center", Francis renews his condemnation of all forms of discrimination, be they religious or ethnic, stressing instead the need to "promote a culture of encounter, of mutual respect, understanding and forgiveness ".
	10/22/2013 VIETNAM - VATICAN Vietnamese Catholics mark the end of the Year of Faith through prayer, which is more powerful than persecution Thanh Thúy At least 5,000 people attended the Mass celebrated in Saigon last Saturday to mark the end of the Year of Faith proclaimed by Benedict XVI. The new bishop coadjutor, Card Pham Minh Man, other bishops and priests led the service, which was preceded by a joint prayer before the statue of Our Lady of Peace.
	10/22/2013 NEPAL Hindu outcastes find comfort in Pope Francis and the Bible Kalpit Parajuli A growing number of non-Christians are drawn to Catholicism because of the principles of equality and dignity upheld by the Church. Reading the Bible and Pope Francis' words are playing a crucial role in this, as they did on World Mission Sunday. Forced to change her surname to escape persecution, a convert tells her story.
	10/20/2013 VATICAN Pope: Christian mission is not proselytisim, but spreading "the flame of faith " Jesus invites us to pray with insistence not because he knows what we need , or is not listening to us, but to express our faith " in a God who calls us to fight with Him, every day, every moment , to defeat evil with good . " "Solidarity " with the Philippines affected by the earthquake .
	10/19/2013 INDIA Bishop of Orissa: World Mission Day, against persecution and united in faith mons. Niranjan Sual Singh* The Bishop of Sambalpur , a Dalit , tells AsiaNews about his life in the Indian state , from abuse suffered as a child to his priestly mission . Following the words of Pope Francis, who with his own life is " an example and model " to follow as a bishop.
	10/18/2013 VATICAN - JEWS Catholics and Jews call on the world to ensure full respect for religious freedom In a joint communiqué issued at the end of its 22nd meeting, the International Catholic-Jewish Liaison Committee condemns the rise of anti-Christian persecution and anti-Semitism. The committee also called attention to the need "to guarantee full citizenship to all citizens regardless of religious or ethnic identity in the Middle East", and for Catholics and Jews to deepen their mutual understanding.
	10/17/2013 INDONESIA East Jakarta, extremists threaten Catholics. Parish priest defends religious freedom Mathias Hariyadi The parish of Kalvari , in Cipayung , is being targeted in a campaign against the local Catholic community . Banners and signs with threatening slogans appear near the mosque. A parishoner: years of harmony and coexistence at risk. New attacks ( verbal ) also against the church of St. Bernadette .
	10/11/2013 ASIA AsiaNews Symposium:The Christians' mission for the future good of Asia The vast fresco outlined by Card. Pell and the words of Card. Filoni show that in Aisa, in the midst of many positives and negatives, there is a strong search for the religious and a great future for the Church. The importance of the third sector stressed by Prof. Caloia . For Fr. Samir it is possible to defeat Islamic fundamentalism (without weapons ) . The mission in Asia is still only just beginning.
	10/11/2013 VATICAN Pope: under no pretext should forms of intolerance and anti-Semitism be allowed to come back In receiving a delegation from the Jewish Community of Rome, Francis remembered the 70th anniversary of the deportation of 1943. "We know how many religious institutions, monasteries and Papal Basilicas, interpreting the will of the Pope, opened their doors in a brotherly welcome, and how many ordinary Christians offered what help they could give, however big or small."
	10/11/2013 MYANMAR Burmese religious leaders: fight poverty to stop sectarian violence Francis Khoo Thwe This is what an interfaith conference on peace held in Yangon said in its final statement. Leaders from five major religions call for better education to strengthen "national identity" in a multi-religious setting, and the recognition of the "need for frequent discussion [. . .] among the leaders of different faiths in a spirit of mutual respect".

C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen! 10/10/2013 VIETNAM Hanoi, Catholic lawyer meets with relatives in prison and announces appeal against conviction For the first time since his arrest in December 2012 , Le Quoc Quan was able to speak " for 30 minutes " with five family members. He "does not agree" with the verdict and announces his intention to appeal. From his prison cell he thanks Catholics, Buddhists and activist organizations that have supported him in recent months.
	10/09/2013 VIETNAM Kontum bishop comes out against Vietnamese authorities, telling them to stop attacks against Vinh Diocese J.B. An Dang Bishop Michael Hoang Duc Oanh sends a letter to Nghe-An province's deputy chief, who is responsible for the smear campaign against the bishop of Vinh. The prelate stands in solidarity with Mgr Paul Nguyen Thai Hop, calling for an end to his persecution. He also calls for "reconciliation" between government and the people.
	10/08/2013 VIETNAM Vinh: amid threats and attacks, 50 thousand Catholics pray for release of the two parishioners J.B. An Dang Tens of thousands of faithful at the Mass on October 6 , ask for the release of two faithful unjustly imprisoned. The function was held in an area marked by the devastation caused by typhoon Witif . Not far away soldiers and paramilitary militias held urban warfare exercises in riot gear.
	10/07/2013 CHINA Ni Yulan, disabled activist opposed to land grabs in China, has been released The 54-year-old lawyer spent two and a half years in prison after being convicted on phoney charges. The authorities wanted to undermine her work on behalf of ordinary people. Now she wants compensation, accusing prison authorities of denying her proper medical care.
	10/05/2013 ITALY - IRAQ Chaldean Patriarch : The martyrdom , charisma and gift of the Iraqi Church Joseph Mahmoud At the conference for peace promoted by the Community of Sant'Egidio , Mar Sako stresses that martyrdom " is not an ideology or aim ," but " an everyday reality " of testimony. His Beatitude invites "persecuted Christians " to renew " their faith and their commitment " and stresses the value of their presence in the Middle East as a "sign of hope and peace."
	10/02/2013 VIETNAM Hanoi: 30 months in prison sentence for the Catholic lawyer Le Quoc Quan J.B. An Dang He will also have to pay a fine of more than $50,000. The Court convicted him of tax evasion. The hearing lasted for a couple of hours and ended with the expected guilty sentence. Outside, thousands of police officers and government-hired thugs prevented entry into the courtroom to supporters of the activist.
	10/02/2013 RUSSIA Mufti of Russia : Dialogue is the only weapon for peace in Syria Marta Allevato Vice president of the Council of Muftis of Russia, Rushan Abbyasov , says we must defend the Christian presence in the Middle Eastern country . Muslim community " is the victim of a media attack" in Russia and worldwide. "Prospective" of seeing the Pope in Moscow. A conversation with AsiaNews .
	10/01/2013 BANGLADESH Bangladesh: War Court sentences to death a member of the nationalist party Sumon Corraya The Court has deemed the member of parliament Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury guilty of crimes against humanity during the war of independence. He is the first member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party to be tried by these courts: previously only Islamic party leaders been convicted.
	10/01/2013 INDIA Pogrom of Orissa, 7 innocent Christians convicted with false accusations Nirmala Carvalho The Court will issue the ruling on 3 October. The convicted Christians are held responsible for the murder of Hindu leader Laxamananda Saraswati, who unleashed the violent anti-Christian persecutions of 2008. The Maoists have claimed responsibility for the murder from the beginning, but the state authorities have always ignored the admission of liability.
	10/01/2013 SOUTH KOREA Columba Kang, the catechist of Korean martyrs Joseph Yun Li-sun Among the faithful were martyred in the nineteenth century in Korea stands the figure of a woman, Columba Kang Wan-suk, who faced the risk of persecution in order to help spread the Gospel. Arriving with unwavering faith until martyrdom. AsiaNews presents the life and work of these witnesses of Christ waiting for canonization.

09/27/2013 VIETNAM - VATICAN Saigon : Thousands pay tribute to memory of future blessed Card. Văn Thuận Nguyen Hung 11 years after his death , Ho Chi Minh City hosts a solemn ceremony in memory of the Vietnamese cardinal . The prelate "practiced the Catholic virtues in a heroic way" and is an example for today's faithful , who suffer persecution. Projection of images of his life ahead of Mass.
	09/25/2013 CHINA Wei Jingsheng: Anti-blogger laws worse than Cultural Revolution Wei Jingsheng The great Chinese dissident comments on latest repressions imposed by the government of Xi Jinping on freedom of expression and attacks the communist regime, interested only in safeguarding their privileges while continuing to violate the rights of the people: "They are even more brazen faced than Mao Zedong."
	09/24/2013 INDIA - PAKISTAN Pune bishop: Christian massacre in Peshawar, a failure of the Pakistani government Nirmala Carvalho Mgr Thomas Dabre has decided that all the parishes in his diocese will devote next Sunday Mass to the victims of the attack in Pakistan. "The integrity and moral authority of a nation," he said, "depend on its firm commitment to ensuring the rule of law and defending its minorities." Religious freedom "is an inalienable human right."
	09/24/2013 VATICAN Pope: "Migrants and refugees are not pawns on the chessboard of humanity" " Migrants and Refugees: Towards a Better World" is the theme chosen by Francis for the Day that will be celebrated on January 19. In his message, the Pope writes that when faced with a phenomenon of unprecedented proportions calls for international cooperation and a spirit of profound solidarity and compassion", "close collaboration between the migrants' countries of origin and their countries of destination" and " , the elimination of prejudices and presuppositions in the approach to migration", "to see, and then to enable others to see, that migrants and refugees do not only represent a problem to be solved, but are brothers and sisters to be welcomed, respected and loved. They are an occasion that Providence gives us to help build a more just society, a more perfect democracy, a more united country, a more fraternal world and a more open and evangelical Christian community. "
	09/23/2013 EGYPT Delga: after Islamist attacks, Mass is back Hundreds of Christian families who had fled the city attended the service in the small chapel located inside what is left of the Anba Abraam monastery devastated by extremist attacks. The army liberated the village on 18 September after more than a month of Islamist occupation.
	09/21/2013 SOUTH KOREA The example of the Korean martyrs, to build a better Church Joseph Yun Li-sun Yesterday the Catholics of the South celebrated the liturgical memorial of Saint Andrew Kim Taegon, the first native priest, and his fellow martyrs . Bishop of Daejeon : "We prayed that their example give rise to a continuous drive to good ."
	09/20/2013 ASIA International Symposium on Asia, 10 years of AsiaNews In recent years, Asia has become the "centre" of the world. With its load of successes and moments of persecution, the Church's mission focuses on human-centred development. We celebrate the 10th anniversary of our agency, a small tool of mission and peace for the Asian continent.
	09/20/2013 EGYPT Delga, Islamists threaten Christians: "When the army leaves we will destroy everything" The Muslim Brotherhood visits the houses of the Copts and force them to exonerate the group for recent violence. Those who do not sign will be killed after the army leaves. Since 18 September last the city which has been a refuge for thousands of extremists, is under military curfew.
	09/20/2013 MYANMAR Dalai Lama to Burmese monks : Enough anti- Rohingya violence The Tibetan spiritual leader recalls the teachings of the Buddha and appeals to the Burmese monks : no more attacks and violence against "your Muslim brothers and sisters ." Aung San Suu Kyi calls for amendments to the Constitution to solve the ethnic problem . In the sixth anniversary of the Saffron Revolution monks call on authorities to apologize .
	09/19/2013 NORTH KOREA - UNITED NATIONS UN accuses North Korea of violence in state-run prison camps, including against newborns The United Nations commission heard eyewitness accounts about the North Korea's prison camp system where babies are drowned, vermin thrive and people accused of political and social crimes are executed. Pyongyang rejects the accusations.

09/18/2013 EGYPT Curfew in Delga, a Islamist-held town where Christians cannot live This morning, the army entered some of the town's districts only thanks to air cover. The Muslim Brotherhood and Salafists had taken it over on 14 August. Because Islamists are heavily armed, the army and police waited for reinforcements before moving in. half of the town's 20,000 Christians have fled after churches and homes were torched or demolished. Those left have to pay jizya, a tax for unbelievers last levied under Ottoman rule.
	09/18/2013 VIETNAM Bishop of Vinh concerned by regime attacks, appeals for international support In an interview with AsiaNews , Msgr . Paul Nguyen Thai Hop speaks of "a dangerous and worrying situation" for the Christians of the diocese, who are under the scrutiny of the Vietnamese authorities. He calls for the respect of human rights and the release of jailed parishioners. He also calls for " solidarity and support " for an end to " lies and slander ."
	09/17/2013 VIETNAM Vinh : Catholics say Mass and prayers against Vietnamese authorities' calumnies J.B. An Dang Bishops, priests and thousands of faithful attended the function in the sanctuary of St. Anthony. A celebration that "challenges" governmental bans and impositions on worship. Bishop of Vinh : " The authorities continue to spread false information." The Catholic community turns out in defense of the prelate .
	09/16/2013 VIETNAM Vietnamese Government and State TV launch fresh attacks on Bishop of Vinh J.B. An Dang A 10 minute report aired last night made slanderous accusations against Msgr. Paul Nguyen Thai Hop and the local Catholic community . The prelate is charged with leading a revolt , exploiting a story to create legal cases of religious persecution . Diocesan website risks closure. Vietnamese Catholics at home and abroad united in defense of the prelate.
	09/14/2013 LAOS Laotian authorities take aim at Christian families with threats of expulsion and abuse Eleven families in a village in the central province of Bolikhamsai risk expulsion because they converted to Christianity. Their village chief told them to return to their traditional religion, but they refused, choosing instead to continue to worship as they wish. A struggle for religious freedom is underway in a country where this principle has been often violated.
	09/13/2013 EGYPT - ITALY Mikail, a young Coptic who fled Minya: Christians persecuted by Muslim Brotherhood, but also Mubarak Mikail , escaped from his country 20 days ago, hoping for political asylum in Italy as a refugee. "My store was burned and family threatened – he tells AsiaNews - but the recent retaliation is the result of an ongoing discrimination. Christians have always suffered violence and intimidation and the authorities under all presidents have remained indifferent".
	09/13/2013 EGYPT Minya, Islamists seize a Protestant church and turn it into a mosque The Christian community of Monshaat Baddini in the province of Samalout report that, Islamists have occupied the place of worship since August 14. The police never intervened to stop them. For almost a month, no Christian can enter. On the wall of the church an inscription reads "mosque of martyrs ."
	09/11/2013 VIETNAM Religions united in defence of the diocese of Vinh under attack from Communist authorities J.B. An Dang Catholic, Protestant, and Buddhists religious leaders have come together to express their closeness to the local bishop and Catholic community, currently under attack by the authorities and victims of a smear campaign by official media. Unanimously appalled by the "deceitful" and "ruthless actions" of Nghe An provincial leaders, they call on the international community to defend human rights in Vietnam.
	09/10/2013 THAILAND - MYANMAR Caritas Thailand to help the Rohingya, Burmese Muslims fleeing violence and persecution The end of the monsoon season will bring a new exodus, but the Thai government will not grant them refugee status. For Catholic volunteers, this is a "burning issue". For Caritas secretary general, helping them helps strengthen "our faith; he invites Catholics "to love the poor, build peace and facilitate inter-faith dialogue."
	09/09/2013 SYRIA Maaloula: rebels break into the village homes, kill three young Christians AsiaNews sources report anti-Christian violence and persecution in the village where people still speak Aramaic. Islamist insurgents have broken into homes and seized at least six young Greek-Catholics. Dead bodies are lying in the streets as a warning to the inhabitants. In Damascus, the local Church tries to help the refugees, but "many families have been stranded in their homes. Nothing is known about them."

C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!

C. S. P. B. Crux Sancti Patris Benedecti Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto, C. S. S. M. L. Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux Croce sacra sii la mia Luce. N. D. S. M. D. Non draco sit mihi dux Che il dragone non sia il mio duce, V. R. S. Vadre Retro satana, Allontanati satana! N. S. M. V. Non Suade Mihi Vana Non mi persuaderai di cose vane, S. M. Q. L. Sunt Mala Quae Libas Ciò che mi offri è cattivo I.V. B. Ipsa Venena Bibas Bevi tu stesso i tuoi veleni. (Al segno + ci si fa il segno della croce) + In nomine Patris, et Filii et Spiritui Sancto Croce del Santo Padre Benedetto. Croce Santa sii la mia Luce e non sia mai il dragone mio duce. Va indietro satana! Non mi persuaderai di cose vane. Sono mali le cose che mi offri, bevi tu stesso il tuo veleno. Nel Nome del Padre, del Figlio e dello Spirito Santo +. Amen!

04/22/2014 TURKEY For Bartholomew, the Christian mission is the liberation of man from the power of darkness NAT da Polis In his Easter message, the Ecumenical Patriarch writes, "Unfortunately, the annihilation and suppression of the weakest by the strongest dominates in the secular pyramid of today's reality." However, "History [. . .] has proven that real progress cannot exist without God."
	04/18/2014 PAKISTAN Good Friday in Pakistan: fasting and prayers for Asia Bibi, Sawan Masih and other blasphemy victims Jibran Khan The country's Christian community and civil society groups express closeness to the victims of the "black law". The bishop of Islamabad also expresses his solidarity. Muslim activist joins "our Christian brothers and sisters in Good Friday celebrations." Appeals are made to the government to take "serious steps to fight intolerance and abuse."
	04/16/2014 MYANMAR Benedict Rogers: My Easter in Myanmar, the land where I became a Catholic Francis Khoo Thwe The Asian director of Christian Solidarity Worldwide speaks of his special bond with the country and the Archbishop of Yangon. Water as an element of purification, which unites Catholics and Buddhists who are celebrating major holidays together in 2014. The universality of the Church "does not mean uniformity", but appreciation of the local culture. The Burmese Church is "a vibrant Church".
	04/09/2014 KOREA Pyongyang arrests scores for "religious activities", questions 100 people who could end up in concentration camps After a raid late last year, Kim Jong-un's regime has cracked down on North Koreans who have gone abroad and "met members of religions for the purpose of overthrowing the legitimate government." A source says the move is to "engender fear" in people.
	04/08/2014 PHILIPPINES Filipino Bishops call for respect for the Supreme Court, but reiterate life's sacredness The highest court in the land rules in favour of the Reproductive Health Act, but nullifies some of its provisions, thus acknowledging the principle of conscientious objection. The law bans therapeutic abortion but encourages couples to have no more than two children. For its part, the Catholic Church will continue "to uphold the sacredness of human life [. . .] from conception to natural death."
	04/04/2014 VATICAN Pope: today, perhaps more than ever, Christians, like the prophets are persecuted The history of persecution "ends, in the end, again, as the Lord: with a Resurrection, but through the Cross." "Many thinkers in the Church were persecuted". "There's the death penalty or imprisonment for the having the Gospel at home, for teaching the Catechism, today, in some parts". Father Matteo Ricci, an evangelizer of China, "was not understood. But he obeyed like Jesus."
	04/03/2014 FRANCE - IRAQ Chaldean Patriarch on the uncertain future of eastern Christians, a bridge between the West and Islam Mar Louis Raphael I Sako The wars in Iraq, Libya and Afghanistan have made things worse for their peoples, especially minorities. As Western policies have been a failure, fundamentalism has grown with the Arab Spring losing out to extremism. Muslim authorities have a role in protecting rights and religious freedom. The presence of Christians in the Middle East is crucial for Muslims.
	03/31/2014 INDONESIA Yudhoyono ends anti-Chinese hostility, drops anti-Chinese terms adopted by Suharto Mathias Hariyadi The Indonesian President signs decree that allows the use of the terms Tionghoa for ethnic Chinese and Tiongkok for China. For some it is just a move to win electoral support; for others, it is the culmination of a "long battle".
	03/28/2014 LAOS Lao Christian families who refused to convert to Buddhism flee village HRWLRF activists denounce that Christians were under considerable pressures to abandon their faith . For the authorities, they left the village of their "own free will". Now they have rebuilt a small community in a new, safer area, with full freedom of worship.
	03/28/2014 MYANMAR Archbishop of Yangon: A" transparent" census "great opportunity" for peace Francis Khoo Thwe Archbishop Charles Bo comments on the upcoming government census, the first in 30 years. It "sets the stage" for the process of "peace and development". An invitation to preserve the "common good". Controversy over non- inclusion of Rohingya among recognized ethnic groups.

	09/06/2013 PAKISTAN - VATICAN - SYRIA Pakistani Muslims heed pope's "encouraging words" about peace in Syria Jibran Khan Many in Pakistan agree with and support Pope Francis's call for a day of prayer and fasting. A member of the Islamic Ideology Council praises the work done by Christians "whom we join in prayer." For Islamabad Bishop, the pope's cry for peace reiterated across the entire diocese.
	09/05/2013 VIETNAM Nghe An: police cracks down hard on Catholics protest At least 300 people were protesting against the detention of two Catholics who have been in jail since June without charges. A thousand police agents were involved, firing in the air and hitting protesters with electric batons. Many of the most seriously injured were transferred to Hanoi. Dozens of protesters are arrested.
	09/04/2013 VIETNAM Vinh: record applications to enter major seminary Some 410 young people took part on 1 August in aptitude tests. Forty from among them will be selected to study to become priests. Female vocations are also growing. The basic tests are designed to know the motivations behind such a choice and hold back those who are motivated by "worldly ambitions."
	09/02/2013 CHINA Probe into Zhou Yongkang and Jiang Jiemin shows party torn by infighting Chen Weijun The powerful former Public Security chief, who set up China's modern repression apparatus, comes under investigation for "economic crimes". One of his closest aide is also being investigated for taking bribes in the past ten years. Such house-cleaning hides factional infighting meant to eliminate all opposition to President Xi Jinping's rule.
	09/02/2013 TURKMENISTAN Jehovah's Witness gets 18 months in prison as conscientious objector At least ten religious believers have been arrested since the start of the year for the same reason. Many of them have appealed to the United Nations, but the authorities continue to carry out raids and arrests. The Baptist community has also been punished for organising a summer camp for children.
	08/30/2013 VIETNAM Hanoi frees thousands on Independence Day but no political prisoners No one convicted for "propaganda against the state", grounds used against dissenters, is included in the amnesty list. Two Christian members from the persecuted Montagnard community in the Central Highlands are released. Celebrations are set for next Monday, 2 September, to mark 68 years since Ho Chi Minh's historic 1945 speech.
	08/28/2013 SOUTH KOREA 'Martyrs routes' in Seoul to revive the faith and the relationship with God Joseph Yun Li-sun As part of the "Month of Martyrs" in September, something the Korean Church has celebrated for several years, the Archdiocese of the capital has prepared a plan it hopes will raise awareness among the faithful about the city's holy places. Bishop Yeom: "There is so much to discover, and through the example of the martyrs we can enhance the dialogue with the Lord."
	08/28/2013 VIETNAM Fr. Dominique, sowing seeds of faith in Vietnam amid war and Communist persecution Thanh Thuy In the '70s, at the time of the conflict, he led his community to a safe place and founded a new parish. Imprisoned by the regime authorities, he was able to keep the "spirit" alive following the example of Card. Van Thuan. His witness led to several vocations, which have enabled the diocese of Saigon to grow.
	08/26/2013 MYANMAR Myanmar, Buddhists launch fresh attack on homes and shops of Islamic community The clashes took place at the weekend in a village in northern Sagaing division. Violence triggered by alleged rape of a Buddhist woman by a group of Muslims. Police arrested 12 people, but tension remains high. Activists and experts speak of "catastrophic" risk of interfaith conflict.
	08/24/2013 MYANMAR Myanmar Catholics: religious freedom and inter-ethnic peace as bases for social and economic development Charles Bo - Benedict Rogers The archbishop of Yangon and an activist and Burma expert make an appeal to this effect. Focusing on the persecution of Muslims and the danger of an Islamist response, they stress that economic development depends on individual freedoms, social peace and lower ethnic tensions. The two look at the two years since the first, historic meeting between Thein Sein and Aung San Suu Kyi.