Roman Catholic Church

January 14, 2022

Come what may, will continue fight for our sister: Kerala nuns say after Bishop Franco acquittal

The nuns have been at the forefront of the protests seeking justice to their colleague after she came out with the complaint against the top clergyman which rocked the state.

December 01, 2021
Kottiyoor rape case: High Court remits 20-year jail term of ex-priest Robin by half

The court had dismissed the plea stating that giving the convict bail and permission to marry will set a wrong example.
January 20, 2021
Papal visit to India in the offing! Cardinals hold talks with PM Modi

John Paul II was the last Pope to visit Kerala, but it was 35 years ago -- in February 1986.
October 23, 2020
Pope has not justified homosexuality: KCBC

The pope has not said that those who engage in homosexual acts should be given legal protection equal to that of a family.
March 01, 2020
Pope Francis expels rape convict Kerala priest Robin Vadakkumchery

Syro-Malabar Church priest Robin Vadakkumchery is currently serving a jail term for impregnating a 16-year-old girl.
November 30, 2019
Rape accused Bishop Franco Mulakkal's bail extended

The bishop appeared before the Kottayam Additional Sessions Court on Saturday.
October 16, 2019
Vatican rejects appeal but fight is still on, says Sister Lucy

The Vatican has rejected Sister Lucy Kalapurakkal's appeal against her expulsion from Franciscan Clarist Congregation (FCC) for violating rules and participating in public protests demanding the arrest of rape accused bishop Franco Mulakkal in 2018.

August 17, 2019
Sister Lucy appeals to Vatican against Congregation's decision

The nun said the Congregation has sent a letter to her mother on August 10 asking her to take her daughter back to home.