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Pope Leo XIV Finishes Third Day of Papal Trip with Mass in Istanbul
Pope Leo XIV is on the first apostolic journey of his papacy to Turkey and Lebanon Nov. 27 to Dec. 2. Follow here for live updates of his historic trip.
“Something is wrong in the way we are living”: President of Zambia Catholic Bishops’ Conference on State of Nation
The President of the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has expressed concern that “division and anger” are slowly replacing the Southern African nation’s cohesion and sense of unity.
Today, November 29, We Celebrate All Saints of the Seraphic Order (Feast)
On November 29, the Church celebrates the many Franciscan saints who followed in the footsteps of St. Francis. It is a special day for all Franciscans to celebrate the feast of ‘All the Saints of the Seraphic Order.’
After Catholic School Abductions, Nigeria’s President Urges Enhanced Security at Prayer Places, Rural Boarding Schools
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has urged a nationwide reassessment of boarding schools located in remote or insecure regions of the West African nation, amid escalating violent attacks and kidnappings targeting students across the country.
Amid Military Takeover in Guinea-Bissau, Catholic Bishops Appeal for “peace, respect for human life”
Catholic Bishops in Guinea-Bissau have appealed for peace, national unity, and strict respect for human life and fundamental rights following the military takeover that has plunged the West African nation into renewed uncertainty.
Catholic Media in Africa Crucial to Advancing Synod on Synodality Recommendations: AMECEA Secretariat Official
Catholic media houses across Africa have a a pivotal role in driving the implementation of the recommendations outlined in the Final Document of the multi-year Synod on Synodality, the Coordinator of the Department of Social Communications of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) has said.
In Advent 2025 Message, Catholic Bishop Decries Cameroon’s Prolonged Crisis, Post-election Violence, Urges Integrity
Bishop George Nkuo of the Catholic Diocese of Kumbo in Cameroon has decried the country’s prolonged armed conflict and renewed post-election tensions, urging Christians to reject hatred, misinformation, and retaliation, and instead embrace justice, reconciliation, and integrity.
Pope Leo XIV Marks Nicaea Anniversary, Urges Christians to Overcome Divisions
Pope Leo XIV commemorated the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea on Thursday in the Turkish city historically known as the birthplace of the Nicene Creed, calling Christians to overcome “the scandal of divisions” and to renew their commitment to unity.
Unauthorised “Catholic” Online Forums in Tanzanian Diocese Misleading Youths, Bishop Seeks Oversight Measures
Bishop Bernadine Francis Mfumbusa of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Kondoa has raised concern over the growing number of unauthorised websites and blogs bearing the name “Catholic,” noting that some publish content contrary to the Catholic faith, which is misleading young people.
Pope Leo XIV Reminds Turkish Catholic Minority of the "logic of littleness"
Pope Leo XIV encouraged Turkey’s small Catholic community Friday to rediscover what he called the Gospel’s “logic of littleness,” urging them not to be discouraged by their tiny numbers but to recognize in them the strength of authentic Christian witness.
Council of Nicaea: 1,700 Years of Christian Unity amid Division
The first ecumenical council, known as the Council of Nicaea, is still accepted as authoritative by the Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and many Protestants.
Christian Entity Welcomes Release of 24 Abducted Girls in Nigeria, Condemns Perpetrators’ Impunity
Christin Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights organization has welcomed the release of 24 girls who were abducted from Government Girls Secondary School in Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria on November 17.
Immigrants, Converts, and Students Reflect on Pope Leo’s Visit to Istanbul Cathedral
Parishioners of the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Istanbul welcomed Pope Leo XIV today with profound emotion and vibrant hope.
Today, November 28, We Celebrate Saint Catherine Laboure
On November 28, the Church honors St. Catherine Labouré, the humble Daughter of Charity to whom Mary appeared, requesting that the Miraculous Medal be stamped so that all who wear it would receive great graces.
SIGNIS Africa Official Appeals for Support as Continent Prepares to Host First-Ever World Congress in Rwanda
A member of the SIGNIS Africa Assembly of Delegates has challenged the Church in Africa to support the ongoing preparations for the first-ever SIGNIS World Congress to be held on the continent.
UK-Based Rights Foundation Calls for International Reporting on Nigeria as 38 Abducted Christians Regain Freedom
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights foundation, has urged international media outlets to adopt accurate, balanced reporting on Nigeria’s rising insecurity, as 38 abducted members of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Kwara State were released following a joint security operation.
Tanzania’s Election-Related Violence “happened with the ferocity of a volcanic eruption,” Catholic Bishop Recalls
Bishop Bernadine Francis Mfumbusa of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Kondoa has recalled the cruelty that surrounded the country’s election-related violence, said to have left thousands dead, saying that chaos happened “with the ferocity of a volcanic eruption.”
Third Local Ordinary of DR Congo’s Catholic Diocese of Lolo Dies at 88, Eulogized as a “caring pastor, man of prayer”
Bishop Ferdinand Maemba Liwoke, the third Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Lolo in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has passed on after an illness. He was 88.
Pope Leo XIV lands in Istanbul, concludes first day in Turkey
Pope Leo XIV began the second day of his international apostolic journey in Turkey on Nov. 28. Watch LIVE the major events of this trip at youtube.com/@ewtnnews and follow our live updates of his historic trip:
Pies and a Baseball Bat: The Gifts Pope Leo XIV Received on Papal Flight to Turkey
“To the Americans here, Happy Thanksgiving!” Leo said as he greeted about 80 journalists aboard the chartered ITA Airways flight to Ankara on Thursday morning. “It’s a wonderful day to celebrate.”
