With deep dismay, the pontifical foundation ACN has learned of the detention of two priests who were carrying out their ministry since February 2022 in the Russian-occupied port city of Berdiansk, in south-eastern Ukraine.

Jihadists and nationalists are driving increased persecution of Christians around the world – according to a report unveiled.

A terrorist attack in Eastern DR Congo left two people dead and a hospital destroyed in the village of Maboya.

Aid to the Church in Need's Prayer Campaign reaches new record!

Media Release 22.08.2022

A breakdown of ACN's support for Ukraine.

Thank you for your support!

A breakdown of our support in 2021.

Aid to the Church in Need will continue to provide aid to the people of Ukraine.

Aid to the Church in Need Australia (ACN) has launched an emergency appeal to support the Catholic Church in Ukraine.

February 1 marks the first anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar.

Several hundred buildings, from Sydney to Paris, were illuminated red during Red Week which ended on Red Wednesday, 24 November.

Stand up for persecuted Christians!

ACN's Prayer Campaign was a success!

Media Release 10.09.2021

On the first anniversary of the explosion in the port of Beirut, the city still struggles to cope with its wounds.

In response to the unprecedented attacks on Africa carried out by Islamic extremists, the pontifical foundation ACN International has approved aid amounting to more than twelve million AUD for Christians in Africa.

ACN President Heine-Geldern sees an urgent need for action, particularly in the area of money transfers for emergency aid.