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Catholic Light for the Voiceless λαϊκός • (laïkós) • layman (n) of the people (adj) Inspirational reads from the Roman Catholic Mission of Bangkok
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At the MISSION POSSIBLE Philippines, young people didn’t just share opinions – they designed real solutions. For one team, that meant turning a “safety pin” concept into a lifeline for commuters — proof that when youth are trusted, they build more than ideas, they build hope.
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All-girl team from Assumption Antipolo wins Catholic youth hackathon with commuter-safety project
Young women from Assumption Antipolo design a “Safety Pin” lifeline for commuters, winning top honors at Catholic youth hackathon
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The event, held in Jakarta, gathered theologians, philosophers, and social scientists who urged Catholic universities to act as “communities of truth” and moral beacons amid growing corruption, intolerance, and the erosion of public trust. #Indonesia #UnikaAtmaJaya

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Indonesia at crossroads: Catholic scholars call for ethical renewal
Catholic scholars urge Indonesia to confront its “moral crossroads,” calling for ethical renewal, integrity, faith-driven national leadership
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Through the Office of Papal Charities, known as ‘s “Pope Leo’s first aid service,” 5,000 doses of antibiotics have been sent to Gaza for children, who are among those most affected by 2 years of conflict. #Vatican #Catholic #Hopetelling #PopeLeoXIV #HolySee #Pontifex

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Pope sends antibiotics to Gaza for children in need
As humanitarian aid is finally granted access to the Gaza Strip, the pope instructs to send medicines for the youngest victims
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Thailand’s Department of Religious Affairs (DRA) has launched an investigation into a Protestant church accused of performing a controversial “exorcism by fire” ritual, which claims that invoking the “fire of the Holy Spirit” can drive out demons or evil spirits.

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Thailand’s religious affairs department probes ‘fire exorcism’ ritual; Catholic bishops disassociate church from practice
Thailand’s Religious Affairs Department investigates a “fire exorcism” ritual as Catholic bishops denounce it as a distortion of faith
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“Big changes in the world always come from small steps.”

A Catholic scholar’s interfaith project in Thailand’s Deep South wins top honors for promoting justice, peace, and reconciliation. #InterfaithFriendsProject #Hopetelling #HumanRights #Peace #Mahidol

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“Planting a tree means planting hope. We want to leave a small mark of love for our Earth and our Church.”- a youth participant of the 3-day Jubilee, themed “Young People Walking with God, Proclaiming a Hope That Never Disappoints.” #Catholic #Indonesia #Jubilee2025

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Diocese youth celebrate Jubilee with faith, culture, and care for creation in Indonesia
Young Catholics in West Kalimantan celebrate faith, culture, and creation through the Ketapang Diocese Central Region Youth Jubilee
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The transition for the Swiss guards with Leo XIV has been “very easy” — even though the pope’s security team has noticed an increasing number of stuffed animals being thrown at him during public events. #Vatican #Pontiff #Catholic #CuddlyToys #Rome #Uniform

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Put the bright stripes away, Pope's Swiss Guards get new garb
The dark uniform with gold buttons and star-studded epaulettes is an update of its 19-century uniform, and debuted Thursday
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The newly installed Archbishop of Cebu, Archbishop Alberto Uy, expressed his closeness to the victims of the earthquake and urged the Catholic faithful to pray “for calmness and strength in the midst of these trials.” #Philippines #NaturalDisaster #Daanbantayan #Bogo

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Deadly tremor in central Philippines prompts church inspections, nationwide prayers for victims
Archbishop Uy orders church inspections after deadly 6.9-magnitude quake in Cebu; bishops nationwide urge prayers, solidarity.
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When Tropical Storm Bualoi ripped through the Philippines, it flattened homes and families were left stranded. Yet before the roads were cleared and government teams could arrive, the local Catholic community had already mobilized. #Hopetelling #volunteers #VMSDFI

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In the Philippines, Catholic community delivers hope within 12 hours after typhoon strikes
Catholic volunteers in Masbate delivered relief and hope within 12 hours after Typhoon Opong devastated vulnerable communities
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Dozens of Lamtoras Indigenous People were injured Sept. 22 when around 300 workers and security officers of PT Toba Pulp Lestari (TPL) allegedly attacked villagers defending their customary land in Buttu Pangaturan, North Sumatra. #Catholic #Capuchin #IndigenousRights

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Capuchin priest shields Lamtoras people after brutal assault linked to pulp company in Indonesia
Dozens of Lamtoras Indigenous villagers injured in North Sumatra clash as pulp firm security accused of systemic violence
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“This audience is a sign of the good fruits of faith and unity,” Pope Leo XIV said in his address. He praised Indonesians abroad for their resilience, adding, “Even far from home, you maintain your vibrant traditions and care for one another.” #Vatican #Catholic #Faith
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Pope Leo XIV hails ‘historic’ audience with Indonesians, praises IRRIKA and Rehat as witnesses of faith
Pope Leo XIV welcomed 200 Indonesians, honoring IRRIKA and Rehat’s witness in Italy, and urging unity through dialogue
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Despite the war in #Myanmar, the Church continues to serve local communities. Twelve parishes remain active in the conflict zones, with priests staying close to the people, sharing in their daily struggles, and sustaining themselves with limited means. #Catholic #Hope

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Bishop of Pyay warns civilians trapped between army and Arakan forces
Bishop of Pyay warns civilians in Rakhine endure bombings, displacement, and forced conscription as Church sustains hope
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