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Catholic Priest in Uganda Cautions against “mechanical observance” of Faith Practice
Christians have an obligation of upholding religious practices and serving one another with love and mercy without dwelling on external appearances that are merely “mechanical”, a Catholic Priest in Uganda has said.
Church Leaders in Zambia Call for Impartial Media Coverage of By-Election Campaigns
Church leaders in Zambia under the Christian Churches Monitoring Group (CCMG) have called on the media in the Southern African nation to observe impartiality and fairness in the coverage of the ongoing political campaigns ahead of the Kabwata Constituency Parliamentary by-election scheduled for February 3.
Freedom of Religion Restrictions in Sudan Cause for Concern for Christian Rights Entity
The leadership of the Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has expressed concern about the undermining of freedom of worship and belief in Sudan.
Senegalese Religious Brother Advocates for Christian Representation in Planned Elections
A religious Brother in the West African nation of Senegal is advocating for election of Christian candidates in the local elections scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 23.
Religious Leaders in Kenya Announce Weekly Prayers, Fasting Ahead of 2022 Elections
Religious leaders in Kenya have called upon the people of God in the East African country to set aside a day each week to pray and fast for a smooth national election set for later this year.
Diocesan Synod Not Parliament of Christians, Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa Says
The Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has urged the people of God in the Southern African countries to look at the Synod on Synodality as a type of “council meeting”, which is “pastoral in nature”, and not some kind of parliamentary discussion.
Nigeria Transiting “from one major national challenge to another”: Catholic Archbishop
The challenges faced in Nigeria including “criminal activities and mindless killings” are endless as they seem to replace each other, a Catholic Archbishop in the West African country has said.
Pope Francis Declares St. Irenaeus 37th Doctor of the Church, with Title "Doctor of Unity"
The saint is revered by both Catholics and Orthodox Christians.
The Church is Firmly Committed to Justice for Abuse Victims: Pope Francis
His comments came a day after the publication of the Munich abuse report.
Align Small Christian Community Programs to the Word of God: Catholic Nun in Kenya
Programs of Small Christian Communities (SCC) and other Bible study groups in the Church can be amended to give more focus on the word of God, a member of the Pious Society of the Daughters of St. Paul (FSP) in Kenya has said.
Harsh Treatment of Zimbabwean Migrants Worries Catholic Bishops in South Africa
A South African Bishop has expressed concern about the “inhumane” manner in which Zimbabweans are being treated in the country since the South African government announced plans to stop the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) which was implemented in 2017 to regularize the stay of undocumented Zimbabweans.
Catholic Priest in Ethiopia Warns of Looming “irreparable disaster” in Tigrayan Crisis
The humanitarian situation in Ethiopia’s Tigray region is deteriorating, with a Catholic Priest in the Horn of Africa country warning of a looming disaster that he says may not be reversed once the crisis is over.
Catholic Bishops in Gabon Push for “genuine policy that protects life” at Family Level
Catholic Church leaders in Gabon have, in a collective statement, expressed concern about challenges members of families are facing and called for what they have termed “a genuine policy that promotes and protects life.”
Human Life the Most Valuable Asset to Protect in Workplace: Pope Francis
The International Labour Organization estimates that 2.3 million people lose their lives in work-related accidents or diseases every year worldwide.
It’s official: St. Irenaeus to be Declared a Doctor of the Church
Pope Francis is expected to proclaim Irenaeus a ‘Doctor of Unity.’
Kenya-based Catholic University’s Planned Ecumenical Service to Promote Christian Unity
As part of its activities to mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU), the leadership of Kenya-based Tangaza University College (TUC) has planned for an ecumenical prayer service during which the unity of believers is to be emphasized, a Catholic Priest involved in the initiative has told ACI Africa.
Religious Leaders in Malawi Give President Three Months to Reshuffle Government
Leaders of various religious groups in Malawi under their umbrella organization, the Public Affairs Committee (PAC), have given President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera three months to reshuffle his Cabinet.
The Holy Spirit Fosters Unity among Church Leaders, Catholic Bishop in South Africa Says
The sense of communion among Church leaders is “a fruit of the Holy Spirit” in their respective lives, a Catholic Bishop in South Africa has said.
Pope Francis Appoints Apostolic Visitors for Eritrean Catholics in US, Canada, and Europe
He also named an apostolic visitor for Eritrean Catholics in Europe.
"God is not afraid of our sins": Pope Francis at Wednesday General Audience
The pope made the comment at his general audience.
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