Lise Alves, Author at Catholic Herald

Lise Alves

Dancing Franciscans urge people to stay home

April 08, 2020

Franciscans from five convents in northeastern Brazil have released a video dancing to a typical Brazilian rhythm known as the frevo with one request: "Fique em Casa" (Stay Home).

Nun’s canonisation delays major congressional vote in Brazil

October 09, 2019

The canonization of the first Brazilian-born female saint is making headlines across the country, putting news coverage of the country’s current political and economic difficulties on the backburner. The canonization has even delayed approval of the government’s most important Congressional bill, the social security reform. Brazil’s Senate has delayed the final vote until October 22,

Brazil Church leaders speak against decriminalisation of abortion

August 07, 2018

'The right to life is the most fundamental of rights,' the Bishop of Rio Grande said

Refugee Olympic Team: ‘the victory scream of all refugees’

August 11, 2016

'They represent the strength it takes to come from nothing,' say refugees following the Games in Brazil

Brazilian archbishop who sheltered priests accused of paedophilia resigns

July 07, 2016

The Archbishop of Paraiba said he made the mistake of being too trusting

Pope Francis pledges almost $5 million to help pay World Youth Day debt

January 07, 2014

Francis recognises 'great effort' made by the Local Organising Committee in Rio

Brazilian rancher found guilty of ordering murder of nun

September 23, 2013

Sister Dorothy Stang was shot dead after working in favour of land rights for the poor

WYD 2013: Argentines flock to Rio cathedral to meet the Pope

July 25, 2013

Pontiff urges youngsters to resist exclusion from society

World Youth Day volunteers to assist pilgrims with special needs

July 12, 2013

Organisers want to ensure disabled pilgrims are not 'mere spectators'

Man who killed Amazon activist nun released after just eight years

July 08, 2013

Rayfran das Neves Sales shot Sister Dorothy Stang in 2005

Brazilian bishops back peaceful protests as countdown to World Youth Day in Rio begins

June 24, 2013

Bishops' conference expresses its 'solidarity and support' for protesters

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