Maurice Malanes

Maurice Malanes writes for Ecumenical News International.

Articles by Maurice Malanes

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Population bill tests Philippine Catholic Church's clout

Aug 08, 2012 by Maurice Malanes

(ENInews)--A bill intended to help manage the Philippines' growing population moved forward in the legislature, challenging the clout of the Roman Catholic Church, which has been opposing it for more than ten years.

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In Manila, religious protests helped fan hype for Lady Gaga

May 23, 2012 by Maurice Malanes

(ENInews)--Religious protests in the Philippines apparently helped American pop star Lady Gaga move tickets, as her two recent concerts in Manila were sell-outs.

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Philippine church leaders say crucifixion reenactments are unnecessary

Apr 06, 2012 by Maurice Malanes

Baguio City, Philippines (ENInews)--On Good Friday each year in some areas of the Philippines, Christians reenact the crucifixion as a sign of repentance or thanks. But Roman Catholic and Protestant leaders say the practice is unnecessary.

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During week of prayer, Philippine churches set aside differences

Jan 19, 2012 by Maurice Malanes

Baguio City, Philippines, January 19 (ENInews)--In the midst of a governance crisis that threatens to divide the Philippines, several churches say they are marking the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity by setting aside doctrinal differences, praying and working for change.

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