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“Africa urgently needs peace”: RECOWA President at Opening Ceremony of Plenary Assembly in Senegal
The President of the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA) has underscored the urgent need for peace and stability in Africa amid reported cases of instability and persistent security challenges across the continent.
Argentine Priest in Angola Recalls His Friendship with Late Pope Francis, Eulogizes Him as “focused, determined”
Fr. Roberto Moçante, a compatriot of the late Pope Francis, has fond memories of his longtime friendship with the late Pontiff, then 13-year-old Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
Pastoral Agents in Nigeria Say National Reconciliation “the best way to honour Pope Francis”
Restoring harmony and unity across the West African nation of Nigeria would be “the best way” to show respect to the life and mission of the late Pope Francis, various pastoral agents in the country that is Africa’s most populous nation have told ACI Africa.
Late Pope Francis' Gift of Popemobile to Gaza Converted into Ambulance, Mobile Clinic to Assist Children
Before his death, Pope Francis donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile clinic to assist children in Gaza, one of the communities hardest hit by the war and humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.
“Horrific, evil attack” on Secretary General of Tanzania’s Catholic Bishops “deeply” Saddening: Conference President
The April 30 attack and injury of the Secretary General of the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), Fr. Charles Kitima, is “deeply” saddening, the leadership of the East African nation’s Conference of Catholic Bishops has said.
Seven Franciscan Capuchins in Nigeria Die in Road Accident, Leadership Appeals for Spiritual Solidarity
Members of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) in Nigeria are appealing for prayers following a road accident that claimed the lives of seven of their brothers and left several others injured.
Papal Foundation’s Annual Grant Distribution to Honor the Legacy of Pope Francis
Following the death of Pope Francis last month, the Papal Foundation’s annual distribution of humanitarian aid will be in memory of the Holy Father’s legacy, the organization said in a press release.
Pope Francis Was "faithful to his mission", Cardinal Hails Late Pontiff for Love at Last Novendiales Mass
The mission of a pope “is love itself, which becomes service to the Church and to all humanity,” Cardinal Dominique Mamberti said in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Late Pope Francis and Africa: The 10 Countries He Visited in Five Pastoral Trips
Since his election in March 2013, Pope Francis prioritized the promotion of peace, an outreach to marginalized communities, including advocacy for the dignity of the poor, migrants, refugees, and the elderly, and the fostering of interfaith dialogue, and social justice, among other values.
How Late Pope Francis Shaped Current College of Cardinals, Creating 108 out of the Expected 133 Electors
Of the 133 cardinals with the right to vote in this conclave, 108 were created by Pope Francis and therefore will be participating in the election of a pontiff for the first time.
Nigeria’s Catholic Theologians Propose “critical religious literacy” to Address Country’s “complex religious landscape”
Members of the Catholic Theological Association of Nigeria (CATHAN) have emphasized the need to foster literacy in matters religion among the people of God in the West African country, where they say faith practice is “complex”.
“We can’t serve Jesus Christ in church, and devil outside”: Cardinal Condemns Corruption, Injustice Rise in Madagascar
The people of Madagascar are grappling with drought, poor infrastructure, overpopulation, poverty, and insecurity due to the reported rise in corruption and social injustice, Désiré Cardinal Tsarahazana of the Island nation has told the Catholic charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International.
Pope Francis’ Successor Should Be “full of fire for kingdom of Christ, spreading the gospel": Nigeria’s Cardinal Arinze
In an interview with EWTN earlier this year, 92-year-old Cardinal Francis Arinze reflected on the qualities needed in the next pope, offering wisdom to younger cardinals.
Four Unforgettable Attributes Late Pope Francis Saw in the Church in DR Congo
At the heart of the civil strife in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) lies a treasure that Pope Francis helped Africa to see: the true image of Jesus.
Late Pope Francis Hailed for "unwavering confidence" in Women Religious at Novendiales Mass
Sister Mary Barron said at the Mass that the late pope "invited us out into the world and among all of God's creation to heal and accompany those most in need."
Late Pope Francis "left us a great love that we are obliged to replicate": Close Argentine Friend
Following Pope Francis’ passing, one of his closest Argentine friends remembered him with gratitude, emphasizing that his legacy is impossible to minimize.
Pope Francis Urged "heart and spirit pure, free enough" for "the poorest" Among Us, Cardinal at 8th Novendiales Mass
The prelate celebrated, and delivered the homily at, the second-to-last Mass held in mourning for the Holy Father, who passed away on April 21.
Papal Conclave Set to Kick Off May 7 To Be the Largest in Catholic Church’s History
The unprecedented number of 133 cardinal electors surpasses all previous papal conclaves, breaking the previous record of 115 electors in the 2005 and 2013 elections.
Late Pope Francis “made himself a Good Samaritan”, Catholic Bishop in Eswatini Says Late Pontiff Inspired Compassion
Bishop José Luís Gerardo Ponce de León of the Catholic Diocese of Manzini in the Kingdom of Eswatini has eulogized the late Pope Francis as one who was close to the suffering, including migrants and refugees, and exemplified the spirit of the Good Samaritan recounted in Luke’s Gospel.
Diplomats in Nigeria Eulogize Pope Francis as “a leader for truth, peace, equality”
Members of the diplomatic corps in Nigeria have paid glowing tribute to Pope Francis, who was laid to rest on April 26, describing the late Pontiff as a global beacon of peace, truth, humility, and justice.
