Since publication of my story, Blood Ivory: Ivory Worship Catholic Church leaders in Cebu have called me a liar and have suggested I be declared persona non grata for exposing Msgr. Cristobal Garcia's past and his encouragement of smuggling by those who want ivory … [Read more...]
Raid on Vatican, Abruzzo Ivory Shops, Religious Statues Seized
Forestry Department officials in Italy have just raided ivory shops in Vatican City and Abruzzo, seizing ivory religious sculptures. Here is a google translate of the press release: These are artifacts representing religious subjects made of elephant ivory. The cost of … [Read more...]
“How pious Catholics finance African wars”
Here's some news from CatholicOnline, "How pious Catholics finance African wars." An excerpt: ....Without realizing it, many Christians, particularly Catholics in Africa and Asia, are praying for peace, praying for the environment, praying for so many good things-all while … [Read more...]
My First ‘Persona non Grata’ (at least from a Cardinal)
Cardinal Ricardo Vidal of Cebu would like to have me declared 'persona non grata' for my story Blood Ivory: Ivory Worship. The Cardinal suggests I lied about my interest in religious devotion. He is mistaken. I studied this topic and interviewed many people to help me understand … [Read more...]
Nation-wide Ivory Raids Begin in Philippines
The Philippines has launched an invetigation into ivory trade, starting with the collection of Monsignor Cristobal Garcia. … [Read more...]