The bishops said they were deeply concerned that a South African withdrawal will “influence and encourage other African countries to leave the court en masse.”
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In South Africa a Jesuit church will remain a sanctuary, but not a meeting place for ending fees conflict
The vice chancellor had to be escorted out of the church, over the sanctuary and through the back entrance, protected by clergy, peace monitors and organizers of the meeting.
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The ‘safe and neutral space’ of Jesuit church closes amid South African university crisis
“Since genuine attempts to dialogue and find a resolution to the crisis seem to have ended, Trinity is regrettably no longer available as a venue for meeting,” the Jesuits said.
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In his message for World Food Day on Oct. 14, Pope Francis urged consumers to take responsibility for their use and waste of food and actions that harm the environment. • The Diocese of Baton Rouge has been helping flood victims deal with the stress of “letting go” and adjusting to
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Cardinal welcomes released Chibok girls with open arms, but heavy heart for remaining captives
The release of the 21 girls was part of a deal brokered by the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Swiss and Nigerian governments.
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Zuma government critic is charged with fraud
The decision by South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority to charge Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan and two associates with fraud is significant to say the least.
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An interview with the Jesuit priest who was shot by the South African police during student protests
Father Pugin had been shot in the face with a rubber bullet by the South African Police.
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After priest wounded, South African Jesuits urge ‘peace on and around our campuses’
“The shooting of Father Graham has shocked and distressed many people, including students. He, along with the Society of Jesus, remain hopeful that a solution can be achieved.”
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Jesuit priest shot with rubber bullet as student protests in South Africa turn violent
Police apparently fired a rubber bullet point blank into the face of a Jesuit priest near the Witwatersrand campus in Johannesburg.
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David Oyelowo talks about faith and filming “Queen of Katwe”
The self-sacrifice of an individual and the self-possession of a community drew David Oyelowo to his role in “Queen of Katwe.”