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Pope Francis Accepts Retirement of Nigeria’s Owerri Archbishop, Appoints Successor
Pope Francis has accepted the retirement of Archbishop Anthony John Valentine Obinna of the Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri in Nigeria and appointed his successor.
Human Rights Agency Condemns Closing Down of Catholic-owned Building in Sudan
UK-based human rights foundation, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), has condemned the closing down of a building owned by the Catholic Church in Sudan where worshippers from different religions in the Northeastern African country meet for social activities and prayers.
Statue of Christ Removed from a Cathedral in Ukraine for Safekeeping amid Violent Conflict
A picture of a statue of Christ being removed from the Armenian Cathedral of Lviv for safekeeping has gone viral on Twitter.
EWTN Documentary Highlights Devotees to St Joseph, Past and Present
A new documentary about St. Joseph, set to air on EWTN this month and available to watch online now for free, focuses on Catholics who have had their spiritual lives enriched through learning about St. Joseph and asking for his prayers.
Catholic Religious Education in Cape Verde to Provide “integral human formation”: Priest
The re-introduction of Moral and Catholic Religious Education (EMRC) in schools in the Island nation of Cape Verde is expected to contribute toward the “integral formation” of learners, a Catholic Priest has said.
Pro-lifers Urge Kenyan Religious Leaders to Actively Select, Elect Pro-Family Politicians
Officials of pro-life groups under the Empowered Youth Coalition (EYC) are calling upon religious and community leaders in Kenya to identify and vote for political candidates who stand for the protection of life and family in the August 9 general elections.
SECAM Expresses Solidarity with People of God in Madagascar Following Cyclone Batsirai
The leadership of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has, in a collective statement, expressed solidarity with the people of God in Madagascar following the “terrible cyclone Batsirai” that hit the country last month.
Declare “state of emergency” on Drought in Southwest Angola: Catholic Entity to Government
The leadership of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) is calling on the Angolan government to declare a “state of emergency” on drought in the Southern African nation.
Increased Fuel Prices in Zambia Expected but “disheartening”: Jesuit Institute Official
An official of the Lusaka-based Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) has said that while the recent increase in fuel prices in Zambia was expected, the move by the country’s Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is discouraging as it will impact negatively on households.
Pope Francis Sends Cardinals to Ukraine, Where "rivers of blood and tears flow"
Pope Francis condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and expressed his solidarity with the country on Sunday.
“Jesus accompanies us, every one of us, in our temptations”: Pope Francis
Pope Francis highlighted Jesus’ 40-day journey in the desert, where he is tempted by the devil, as an example for the faithful during Lent.
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Disrespect for “sovereignty”: Southern Africa Bishops
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine disrespects “the sovereignty of each nation”, the spokesperson of the Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC), Archbishop Stephen Brislin, has said.
Catholic Bishop in Kenya Decries Discrimination, Urges Fostering of “unity in diversity”
A Catholic Bishop in Kenya has urged the people of God in the East African country to stop discriminating each other based on their various differences but instead to foster unity in their diversity.
Persistent Insecurity in Nigeria “biggest threat to 2023 elections”, Christian Leaders Say
Representatives of Christian leaders in Nigeria have expressed concern about persistent insecurity in the West African nation saying it constitutes the “biggest threat” to general elections scheduled to take place next year.
Synodality Church’s “antidote to clericalism”: Mauritian Cardinal in Pastoral Letter
The Bishop of Port Louis Diocese in Mauritius, Maurice Cardinal Piat has, in his latest pastoral letter for the Lenten period, said that the Synod on Synodality and the ongoing preparations are part of the Catholic Church’s initiatives to counteract clericalism.
"I believe I'm holding Mary's hand," Catholic Journalist Chronicling War in Ukraine Says
A Catholic Ukrainian journalist is documenting day-to-day life in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country — and sharing her faith in God along the way.
Catholic Leaders in South Sudan, DR Congo Express “great joy” Over Planned Papal Visit
Catholic Bishops in South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) say they have received with “great joy” the news of the planned pastoral visit of Pope Francis to their respective countries.
Catholic Hospital in Kenya to Be Named after Missionary Nun Who Died in Road Accident
Itando Mission Hospital of the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega in Kenya where Sr. Sunita Conceicao Eusebia Colaco served until her death in a road accident is to be named after the Indian-born Catholic Nun, Bishop Joseph Obanyi Sagwe has said.
Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Says Intimidation Has Become a Survival Technique in Country
Violence in Nigeria is on the rise and the people are intimidating others for survival, the Catholic Bishop of Nigeria’s Ekwulobia Diocese has said.
Catholic Bishops in Ghana Urge Faithful to Strengthen Family Bonds During Lenten Season
Catholic Bishops in Ghana urge faithful to focus on strengthening family bonds during this year’s Lenten Season.
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