The Roman Catholic Church played an important part in East Timor’s independence struggle. But one of its heroes from that time has been accused of sexual abuse.
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In Papua New Guinea, Pope Hears Plea for Climate Action
Pope Francis is visiting Papua New Guinea, which has been exploited for its natural resources and is imperiled by rising sea levels.
Indonesia Is One of the World’s Biggest Sources of Catholic Priests
A seminary on Flores, a Catholic-majority island in Indonesia, ordains so many priests that a lot of them go abroad to serve the faithful.
Nell McCafferty, Larger-Than-Life Irish Journalist, Dies at 80
Her pugnacious writing on women’s rights, gay rights and other issues helped turn her country into one of the most progressive in Europe.
Are Pacific Islands a ‘Dumping Ground’ for Accused Priests?
Over a decades-long period, more than 30 Catholic priests and missionaries moved to remote island nations after they had allegedly abused children in the West, or had been found to do so.
How American Pastors in Nicaragua Ended Up Imprisoned for Money Laundering
Evangelical pastors led by a Texas missionary in Nicaragua were accused of money laundering, in a widespread crackdown on religious groups.
Pope Finds Fervent Fans Among Indonesia’s Transgender Community
For many trans women living on the fringes of the nation’s society, the Catholic Church is a haven, and Pope Francis a personal hero.
The Pope’s Visit to Indonesia, in Pictures
Starting in the majority-Muslim nation, Francis is undertaking an 11-day journey through Asia and Oceania.
Pope Praises Indonesia’s ‘Delicate Balance’ Within Diversity
Speaking in Jakarta, the pontiff said “mutual respect” was the key to harmony in the majority-Muslim country, where a pluralist tradition has been put to the test by extremist groups.
Pope Praises Indonesia’s ‘Delicate Balance’ Within Diversity
The pontiff said “mutual respect” was the key to harmony in the majority-Muslim country, where a pluralist tradition has been put to the test by extremist groups.