Hong Kong auxiliary bishop calls for ‘Friday fasting’ amid ongoing protests

Hong Kong auxiliary bishop calls for ‘Friday fasting’ amid ongoing protests

Sept 4, 2019—CNA—As widespread protests continue in Hong Kong, a local bishop is urging people to pray and fast for peace, while speaking up against injustice and corruption. The auxiliary bishop of Hong Kong, who has been a vocal supporter of the protests, told CNA that he hopes prayer will help transform the area into…

Hong Kong Catholics Continue Fight for Freedom

Hong Kong Catholics Continue Fight for Freedom

NCRegister—Hong Kong Catholics have played an important role in the massive protests that have overtaken the city nearly every weekend since mid-June. At the height of the protests, crowds swelled to an estimated 2 million people, and violence erupted. Catholics have been at the forefront of the efforts to keep the protests peaceful, while also…