Vatican Largely Silent as China Forces Catholics to ‘Adapt to Socialist Society’
For many years, knowledgeable voices have been warning the Vatican about the dangers of Sinicization.
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The White-Martyr Cardinals’ Dinner
Perhaps the most remarkable moment of the evening came when the conversation turned to those times when the Lord seems to be deaf to the pleas of his people — times not unlike what many Catholics experience today.
China Analysts Say Vatican’s Agreement With the Chinese Communist Party Ignores Negative Realities
Pope Francis and his secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, support the deal’s renewal despite the absence of tangible benefits for the local faithful.
Vatican Takes ‘Good Faith’ Stance With China
EDITORIAL: On the surface, it’s difficult to find many observers who support the Holy See’s assumption of the Chinese government’s good faith.
Vatican Scrambles to Shore Up Ukrainian Diplomacy
COMMENTARY: Ukraine last month received what it has been demanding for months — an unequivocal condemnation of Russia for its aggressive war by the Holy See.
Pope’s Latest Message on Ukraine Trip Signals Shift in Approach to Russia
Departing from previous statements, the Holy Father has recently emphasized his desire to visit Kyiv, though conditions on the ground and his personal health will be determining factors.
Reactions to Cardinal Zen’s Arrest Were Notable — and for Different Reasons
COMMENTARY: Moral pressure is really the only ‘power’ that the Catholic Church can exert on communist China. Will it do so now?
Vatican Secretary of State ‘Very Sorry’ About Cardinal Zen Arrest, Hopes It Will Not Complicate Vatican-China Dialogue
Cardinal Pietro Parolin’s comments on China come as the Holy See’s provisional agreement with Beijing is due to expire in October.
Cardinal Parolin Orders All Vatican Vaccine Mandates to Remain in Place
The Holy See has chosen not to follow the lead of many EU countries, including Italy, that are already easing their COVID-19 restrictions.
Cardinal Parolin Discusses the Future of Vatican Diplomacy
The cardinal also reflected on measures to restrict the spread of COVID-19, which at times risked infringing on the right to religious freedom.
