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“Faith must be lived within a community”: Bishop to Parishioners of St. Austin, Kenya’s Oldest Inland Catholic Parish
Parishioners of St. Austin’s Msongari Parish of the Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN), Kenya’s oldest inland Catholic church, have been told to find belonging in groups such as Small Christian Communities (SCCs), Catholic Women Association (CWA), Catholic Men Association (CMA) and other apostolic entities within the Parish.
Today, December 16, We Celebrate St. Adelaide
Born in 931 in Burgundy, France as the daughter of King Rudolph II of Burgundy, Adelaide was promised in marriage when she was only two years old, to a man named Lothaire, the son and heir of his enemy, Hugh of Provence.
Pauline Sisters’ Groundbreaking Children’s Literary Event in Kenya Lauded for Addressing Reading Apathy
Participants in the groundbreaking children’s literary event, which members of the Pious Society of the Daughters of St. Paul (FSP/Pauline Sisters) in Nairobi organized have commended the initiative for fostering a reading culture among children, particularly at a time when digital media increasingly competes for their attention.
One killed, 13 Worshippers Abducted at Evangelical Church in Nigeria’s Kogi State
At least one person was killed, and 13 worshippers abducted on Sunday, December 14, when armed men stormed the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Nigeria’s Kogi State, an attack that occurred amid calls for religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
In Christmas 2025 Message, Chad’s Catholic Bishops Call for National Reconciliation That “includes healing wounds”
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Chad (CET) have called for national reconciliation that follows the “various stages”, warning that deepening social divisions, political exclusion, and weak democratic institutions threaten cohesion in the Central African nation.
Christian Group Plans Campaign Outside Etihad Stadium in England Over UAE’s Alleged Role in Sudan War
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights organization, has announced plans for a public campaign on 14 January 2026 outside England’s Etihad Stadium, calling on the English Premier League (EPL) to address the alleged role of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the ongoing war in Sudan.
Pope Leo XIV Thankful for Pro-life Nativity Scene That "represents a life preserved from abortion
Pope Leo XIV thanked Costa Rican artist Paula Sáenz Soto for donating a pro-life Nativity scene to the Vatican.
Catholic Bishops in Angola Condemn Alcohol, Drug Promotion Targeting Young People
Catholic Bishops in Angola have, in separate homilies on December 14, the Third Sunday of Advent, expressed concern about what they describe as the growing promotion of alcohol and drug abuse among young people.
Let’s “pursue true mission of religion”: Catholic Archbishop Urges Religious Tolerance, Peaceful Coexistence in Nigeria
Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Abuja Catholic Archdiocese has encouraged citizens of the West African nation to remain peaceful and united despite differences in religious beliefs, emphasizing that the “true mission of religion” is to foster love, harmony, and mutual acceptance.
Today, December 15, We Celebrate St. Virginia Centurione Bracelli
Born in Genoa Italy on April 2, 1587, Virginia was raised in an aristocratic family which was nonetheless pious, and from a young age she longed to consecrate herself to God in the religious life. However, she was pressured into an arranged marriage at the age of 15 on account of her social status, and had two daughters.
Abducted Catholic Priest in Custody for Alleged “violent subversive activities against state”: Uganda’s Defence Official
Uganda’s defence authorities have confirmed that Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, a Clergy of the Catholic Diocese of Masaka whose disappearance earlier this month sparked concern and prayers that the Local Ordinary directed, is in the custody of security forces over alleged criminal activities.
“I’m His clay, He’s the potter”: Life Offered, Love Embraced as First Kenyan Congregation of Jesus Takes Final Vows
Members of the Congregation of Jesus (CJ) were joined by family members and friends of Sr. Clara Jemarice Atieno, Clergy, women and men Religious, and other guests from Kenya and South Sudan on Saturday, December 13, to witness the first Kenyan CJ member make her Perpetual Profession following the November 4 merger of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM/Loreto Sisters) and the Congregatio Jesu (CJ) to assume the identity of Congregatio Jesu (Congregation of Jesus/CJ).
“Pray, speak against this evil”: Zimbabwe’s Catholic Bishops Urge Action against Proposed Abortion Law
Members of the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops' Conference (ZCBC) have called on Catholics and all people of goodwill to pray and speak out against proposed amendments to the country's Medical Services Bill that seeks to broaden and liberalize abortion provisions in the Southern African nation.
Vicar General of Kisumu Catholic Archdiocese in Kenya Appointed Auxiliary Bishop
Pope Leo XIV has appointed the Vicar General of Kisumu Catholic Archdiocese, Fr. Vincent Ouma Odundo, as Auxiliary Bishop of the same Metropolitan See.
Pope Leo XIV Voices Concern Over Renewed Fighting in Eastern Congo, Urges Dialogue
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday voiced deep concern over renewed fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, urging an immediate end to violence and a return to dialogue in line with ongoing peace efforts.
Pope Leo XIV Urges Mercy, Reform as Jubilee of Prisoners Closes Holy Year
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday presided over the final major celebration of the Holy Year, calling for renewed commitment to justice, rehabilitation, and hope as he celebrated a Jubilee Mass dedicated to prisoners in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Today, December 14, We Celebrate St. John of the Cross
Dec. 14 is the liturgical memorial of Saint John of the Cross, a 16th century Carmelite priest best known for reforming his order together with Saint Teresa of Avila, and for writing the classic spiritual treatise “The Dark Night of the Soul.”
At Launch of Silver Jubilee Celebration of Nigerian Diocese, Catholic Bishop Urges “work toward healing, rebuilding”
Bishop David Ajang of Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Lafia has called on the people of God in his Episcopal See to intentionally work toward healing, rebuilding, and renewed commitment to the Christian faith as the Diocese marks the 25th anniversary of its establishment.
Catholic Bishop in South Sudan Appeals for Peace, Reconciliation amid Surge in Violence in Eastern Equatoria State
The Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Torit in South Sudan has appealed for peace, dialogue, and reconciliation following a surge in violence across Eastern Equatoria State.
Catholic Archbishop in Sierra Leone Proposes Creation of Environmental Clubs to Foster “care for our common home”
Sierra Leone’s Catholic Archdiocese of Freetown has launched its 2025/2026 Pastoral Year with a call on the Metropolitan See’s pastoral units to establish environmental clubs to promote awareness of the care for the environment.
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