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“Seedbeds of vocations”: Apostolic Nuncio in Nigeria on Role of Families in Nurturing Vocations

Sep 1, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

The representative of the Holy Father in Nigeria has underscored the role of families in nurturing vocations to Priestly and Religious Life, describing families as the “domestic Church” where faith is first lived and passed on.

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Angolan Catholic Bishop Urges Openness to Forgiveness, Says “reconciliation will not come from signed agreements alone”

Sep 1, 2025

By João Vissesse

Bishop Dionísio Hisiilenapo of the Catholic Diocese of Namibe in Angola has called upon the people of God in the Southern African nation to commit themselves to national reconciliation as an ongoing process, demonstrating openness to forgiveness.

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Late Nigerian Catholic Bishop Eulogized as Humble, Honest, Courageous Church Leader

Sep 1, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

The Local Ordinary of Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Nsukka has eulogized his predecessor, the late Bishop Francis Emmanuel Ogbonna Okobo, who passed on August 29 at the age of 88, as a humble Church leader characterized with fidelity to his Priestly and Episcopal calling.

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“We shall remain indefatigable”: Catholic Bishops in Kenya Reaffirm Commitment to Teaching, Healing Mission

Sep 1, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

Catholic Bishops in Kenya have reaffirmed their commitment to spearheading the Church’s mission of teaching and healing amid what they have described as “serious” challenges in the East African nation’s education and health sectors.

Archbishop Matthew Ishaya Audu of Nigeria’s Jos Catholic Archdiocese. Credit: ACI Africa

“We cannot look away”: Nigerian Catholic Archbishop Reaches Out to Survivors of July 15 Deadly Attack at IDP Camp

Sep 1, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

Archbishop Matthew Ishaya Audu of Nigeria’s Jos Catholic Archdiocese has described his reaching out with relief material to survivors of the July 15 deadly attack living at a camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in his Metropolitan See as part of his ministry among the people of God.

Today, September 1, We Celebrate Saint Beatrice da Silva Meneses

Sep 1, 2025

St. Beatrice was born to Portuguese nobility in Cuerta, Portugal, in 1424.

Former Ivorian Prime Minister Isn’t in Our Premises, Catholic Archdiocese Debunks Claims of Hiding Guillaume Soro

Aug 31, 2025

By Justin Assalé

The Catholic Archdiocese of Abidjan in Ivory Coast has denied allegations that one of its parishes is providing refuge to former Ivorian Prime Minister, Guillaume Soro, who has been the subject of political controversy and judicial pursuit in recent years.

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“BeDoCare” Conference Started in Rome Arrives in Kenya with Focus to Move “beyond aid and paternalism”

Aug 31, 2025

By Agnes Aineah

The BeDoCare, a conference started in Rome in September 2022 to move “beyond aid and paternalism" is set to be held in Africa for the first time in October at a three-day event that the Kenya-based Strathmore University of Opus Dei is to host. 

Sisters of Mary of Kakamega Catholic Diocese of Kakamega Diamond, Silver, and Perpetual vows Velebration at Mother House Mukumu. Credit: Sr. Irene Muhanga/LUBAO FM

Embrace Humility as Religious: Kenyan Catholic Bishop to Sisters at Perpetual Profession, Jubilee Celebrations

Aug 31, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

Bishop Joseph Obanyi Sagwe of the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega in Kenya has urged members of Congregation of Sisters of Mary of Kakamega (SMK) who were making Perpetual Profession and others celebrating Silver and Diamond jubilees to embrace humility.

Bishop Belmiro Cuica Chissengueti of the Catholic Diocese of Cabinda in Angola. Credit: Radio Ecclesia

Angolan Bishop Urges Redefinition of Church Strategies to Safeguard Catholic Scouting

Aug 31, 2025

By João Vissesse

Bishop Belmiro Cuica Chissengueti of the Catholic Diocese of Cabinda in Angola has called for urgent rethinking of the Catholic Church’s strategies to address growing challenges in Catholic Scouting in the Southern African nation.

Soprano Catherine Wethington sings during a live performance of “Journey of Faith: A Musical Tribute to Mother Teresa” at Carnegie Hall. / Credit: Richard Termine

Live Musical Performance Honors Life and Legacy of St. Teresa of Calcutta

Aug 31, 2025

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

“Journey of Faith: A Musical Tribute to Mother Teresa” highlights the life and legacy of Mother Teresa, especially her service to the poor through the Missionaries of Charity.

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Pope Leo XIV Prays for Minneapolis School Shooting Victims, Laments "pandemic of arms"

Aug 31, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Leo XIV prayed for the victims of a shooting at a Catholic church in Minneapolis and the children who die around the world from gun violence.

Today, August 31, We Celebrate Saint Aristides

Aug 31, 2025

Not much is known about the life of St. Aristides, excpet that he lived during the second century and was an avid confessor of the faith and Athenian philosopher.

Installation of Bishop John Kiplimo Lelei as the Local Ordinary of Kenya's Catholic Diocese of Kapsabet. Credit: State House Kenya

Pioneer Local Ordinary of Kenya’s Newest Catholic Diocese Urged to Be “example to flock”, to Lead with Love, Humility

Aug 31, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

The representative of the Holy Father in Kenya has called upon the pioneer Local Ordinary of Kapsabet Catholic Diocese, the country’s newest Episcopal See, to embrace his new responsibility with humility, love, and fidelity to Christ, warning against the temptation to show power, and manifest greed and self-interest.

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Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Outline Directives to Guide World Day for Care of Creation

Aug 30, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) have issued directives to guide the September 1 observance of the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, which is to include Holy Mass as Pope Leo XIV directed on Pentecost Day, June 8.

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Consolata International University in Kenya Lauded for Facilitating Realization of “the dream and desire of many”

Aug 30, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

Consolata International University (CIU) has facilitated the realization of many people’s desires and dreams, Bishop Hieronymus Emusugut Joya of Kenya’s Catholic Diocese of Maralal has said.

Bishop Osório Citora Afonso arrives at the Catholic Diocese of Quelimane ahead of his installation. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Quelimane

“Continue to pray for me”: New Catholic Bishop of Quelimane Diocese in Mozambique Ahead of Installation

Aug 30, 2025

By João Vissesse

Bishop Osório Citora Afonso who has been serving as Auxiliary Bishop of Mozambique’s Maputo Catholic Archdiocese has appealed for spiritual solidarity as he prepares to begin his Episcopal Ministry in the country’s Catholic Diocese of Quelimane.

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EWTN Radio Conference Highlights Importance of "strong Catholic identity"

Aug 30, 2025

By Tessa Gervasini

The 2025 EWTN Catholic Radio Conference has drawn hundreds of attendees to Washington, D.C., this week to discuss Catholic radio as an evangelization tool.

Today, August 30, We Celebrate Saint Jeanne Jugan

Aug 30, 2025

On Aug. 30, the Catholic Church celebrates Saint Jeanne Jugan, also known as Sister Mary of the Cross. During the 19th century, she founded the Little Sisters of the Poor with the goal of imitating Christ's humility through service to elderly people in need.

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“Be truly holy”: Apostolic Nuncio to OFM Capuchins in Angola at Third Ordinary, Elective Provincial Chapter

Aug 29, 2025

By João Vissesse

The representative of the Holy Father in Angola has called on members of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (Capuchins/OFM Cap) participating in the Third Ordinary and Elective Provincial Chapter to embrace holiness as the foundation of their Religious vocation.