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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tarmo Linnas. A clergyman who loves cats and punk

The article explores the life and ancestry of Tarmo Linnas, a clergyman from Estonia with deep historical roots and a fondness for both cats and punk music.

Feb 27 • 22:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Alarm for fraudsters posing as priests

The Metropolis of Chania and Apokoronas warns of con artists soliciting money under the guise of charity, claiming to be clergy from the Metropolis.

Feb 27 • 19:03 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and warns priests against the use of artificial intelligence

Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the urgent need for peace in Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict and cautions clergy about the implications of artificial intelligence.

Feb 24 • 14:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Russian shame of war and confession of a priest abuser. Short films you won't forget

This article discusses short films that deal with themes of war and abuse within the context of confession.

Feb 23 • 15:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Iranians protest again

Iranians have resumed protests against their clerical government amidst increasing tensions between Iran and the United States.

Feb 21 • 23:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Alarmed by the inertia of the clergy and the crisis of faith, the Pope urges the Roman Church to break the routine

Pope Francis has urged the Roman clergy to break free from routine and engage actively with the changing times to revitalize religious practice and outreach.

Feb 20 • 19:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Pope Leo XIV and the Joke to Priests: "The Potholes of Rome Are Always the Same"

Pope Leo XIV humorously noted that while Rome changes, its potholes remain consistent, during a private meeting with Roman priests.

Feb 19 • 17:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Poland, a Catholic Bishop is on Trial for Concealing Pedophilia

A Polish bishop is facing trial for allegedly failing to report instances of abuse by clergy, making him the first bishop in the country to be charged with such an offense.

Feb 18 • 19:36 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

New Jersey Catholic diocese agrees to $180M settlement with survivors of alleged clergy sex abuse

The Diocese of Camden in New Jersey has reached a $180 million settlement with hundreds of survivors of clergy sexual abuse, marking a significant development in the long-standing issue of church abuse in the region.

Feb 18 • 18:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Polish Bishop is Criminally Prosecuted for Concealing Child Abuse by Clergy

A Polish bishop is being prosecuted for allegedly concealing cases of sexual abuse of children by priests in his diocese, marking a significant moment for the Polish Catholic Church.

Feb 18 • 10:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

International Conference: A Renowned American Archbishop is Coming; See Other Speakers

An international conference titled 'Christ is King' will be held in Zagreb, featuring notable clergy and theologians discussing the implications of Christ's kingship in modern society.

Feb 17 • 15:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Danish priest likens possession of child pornography to stamp collecting

A Danish priest has made controversial remarks in court, comparing the possession of child pornography to collecting stamps.

Feb 17 • 05:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Rubio: It is difficult to reach an agreement with Iran, "they make theological decisions, not geopolitical ones"

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed skepticism about reaching a diplomatic agreement with Iran during his visit to Hungary, citing the influence of radical clerics.

Feb 16 • 13:23 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Crime & Justice

Former pastor admits to possession of sexual material involving children

A former pastor in Denmark has admitted to possessing over 80,000 images and videos of sexual material involving children and is awaiting sentencing.

Feb 16 • 10:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Russians spare neither their own priests; for criticizing the war, they end up in prison or dying

In Russia, clergy who oppose the war face persecution, with reports indicating over 100 cases of clergy being targeted since the conflict began.

Feb 14 • 19:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Pope Leo accepts resignation of embattled New Orleans archbishop, Gregory Aymond

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond amid ongoing fallout from clergy sexual abuse scandals.

Feb 11 • 14:32 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Landmark high court ruling finds Catholic church had duty to protect NSW child from paedophile priest

The High Court ruled that the Catholic Church had a duty of care to protect a child from a paedophile priest, marking a significant victory for survivors of clergy abuse.

Feb 11 • 03:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

New Orleans archbishop meets with survivors of clergy sexual abuse

Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans has begun a series of meetings with survivors of clergy sexual abuse as part of a settlement deal related to the archdiocese's bankruptcy case.

Feb 10 • 19:56 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

CIA's Messengers: Why is China Pursuing Zion Church Members?

China has intensified its crackdown on Zion Church members, detaining multiple clergy and church officials during coordinated raids across several cities.

Feb 9 • 10:41 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

'Angel Giorgia Meloni' deleted from Roman church by parish priest's order

A fresco depicting an angel, restored to resemble Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has been removed from a church wall in central Rome following controversy among politicians and clergy.

Feb 5 • 09:33 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The irritation of Cardinal Reina and the meeting that closed the case

The recent controversy involving a fresco depicting Giorgia Meloni has concluded, leaving mixed feelings among clergy and raising questions about its implications.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

The head of an angel resembling Giorgia Meloni was erased in a Roman church

An angel fresco resembling Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was erased from a church in central Rome following complaints from politicians and clergy.

Feb 4 • 14:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"Difficult radovanec, but it will be a job." Congratulations are heard from the church to the new archbishop

The appointment of Stanislav Přibyl as the new archbishop of Prague has been welcomed by colleagues and clergy, reflecting his significant role in the Czech Catholic Church.

Feb 2 • 14:20 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
World

The Administrator of the Slovak Parish in Brussels / Hope is in the Flickering Communities, but Whether a Renewal Happens in Ten, One Hundred, or Five Hundred Years, I Do Not Know

In an interview, Slovak priest Marek Sitár discusses the aging clergy in Belgium, the closure of churches, and liturgical challenges, while reflecting on his experiences during holidays in Brussels compared to Slovakia.

Jan 31 • 19:05 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Moscow’s Only Anglican Church Suspends Services

St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Moscow has suspended its services due to a lack of authorized clergy following ownership disputes.

Jan 26 • 12:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

VIDEO The Church apologized for 'slimy Jesus': The scene from the mass horrified believers, Croatian priest reacted

A Christmas Eve mass broadcast from the Church of St. Mary in Stuttgart became controversial after an adult artist posed in a fetal position covered with wet rice paper instead of the traditional nativity depiction of baby Jesus, sparking outrage among viewers and reactions from clergy.

Jan 13 • 20:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Chronology.. Attacks by the occupation on Christians and churches in Jerusalem since 1967

Since the occupation of East Jerusalem in 1967, there have been numerous recorded attacks on Christians and their churches by Israeli forces and settlers, including desecrations of holy sites and assaults on clergy.

Jan 12 • 08:20 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Abuse Cases in Spain: Compensation for Church Abuse Victims

Victims of sexual abuse by clergy in Spain are set to receive compensation following an agreement between the Spanish leftist government and the bishops' conference.

Jan 9 • 14:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

End of envelopes during caroling. These parishes changed the rules

Some parishes have modified the traditional Christmas caroling procedure, requiring parishioners to request visits from clergy instead of receiving them automatically, and instead, special masses may be held for the congregation.

Jan 2 • 13:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Saint Peter Damian – one of the greatest reformers of the Church of his time

Saint Peter Damian is recognized as one of the Church's most significant reformers during a period marked by simony and clerical immorality.

Feb 21 • 06:00 UTC

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