Indigenous Catholics: Hopes the next pope shares Francis’ approach to Native people
MARÍA VERZA, of Associated Press, reports that while some feel Francis could have done more, Indigenous Catholics widely praise him for championing their causes, asking forgiveness for the church’s historical wrongs, and allowing them to incorporate aspects of their Native cultures into practicing their faith…
Indigenous Catholics: Apache Christ icon controversy sparks debate over faith practices
DEEPA BHARATH, of Associated Press, reports on the controversy surrounding the removal of a painting depicting Christ as an Apache…
US Catholic bishops apologise to Native Americans for abuses, promise new outreach
Reuters US Catholic bishops offered an apology to Native Americans on Friday for the church’s role in inflicting trauma on their communities and adopted new guidelines for ministering to Indigenous Catholics. The new policies, approved by the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, call on church leaders to set up listening sessions with local Native leaders, […]