Monthly Archives: April 2009

Trocaire brings harsh reality of Darfur to Bebo

Trocaire (Caritas Ireland) and social networking website Bebo have launched a new online series to show people the reality of trying to survive in war-torn, violent countries like Sudan. ‘Osman’s Run’ is a video diary about a young boy called … Continue reading

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Rabbis, imams and priests together in Gaza

For the first time in many years, a group of rabbis entered Gaza. The event was all the more noteworthy because they were accompanied by imams and priests. The three religious groups were part of a “convoy for peace” aimed … Continue reading

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20 points for the G-20

By Humphrey Mulemba, Program Officer – Trade Policy & Capacity Building, Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection in Zambia Anxiety about the future of the international economy is increasing with the Group of twenty (G20) meeting scheduled for this week. The … Continue reading

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Pope’s letter on G20

Pope Benedict XVI has sent British Prime Minister Gordon Brown a letter ahead of the Group of 20 summit to be held this week in London. His Excellency The Right Honourable Mr. Gordon Brown Prime Minister Dear Prime Minister, During … Continue reading

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