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Today, February 8, we celebrate St. Josephine Bakhita
Josefina Bakhita was born in Sudan (Africa) and lived through slavery for much of her life. The name Bakhita, which means "fortunate," she obtained through her captors at age 9, and Josefina's, twelve years after her when she received her baptism.
Congolese Catholic Church Lauded for Commitment to Fostering Dialogue in Embattled Region
Members of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) have hailed the efforts by the Catholic Church in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to foster dialogues, and end fighting in the eastern region of the country.
First and Only African to Lead Vatican Dicastery for Bishops, Benin’s Late Cardinal Gantin, en Route to Beatification
The Episcopal Conference of the Italian Region of Lazio, which includes the Catholic Diocese of Rome, the Papal Seat, has issued a favourable opinion for the opening of the cause for beatification of Bernardin Cardinal Gantin, the first African to lead the Dicastery for Bishops in the Vatican.
Nigerian Diocese Appeals for Prayers for Safety, Release of Kidnapped Catholic Priest
The Catholic Diocese of Shendam is appealing for prayers for the “quick and safe release” of Fr. Cornelius Manzak Damulak, who was abducted on Thursday, February 6.
Bishop of South Sudan’s Youngest Catholic Diocese Calls for “courage to forgive” among Region’s Warrying Communities
The pioneer Catholic Bishop of Bentiu Diocese in South Sudan has appealed to warrying communities in the region served by the Diocese to find courage to forgive each other for the entire country to finally find long-lasting peace.
Pope Francis: Keep the Hope that it is Possible to Eradicate Human Trafficking
In his message for the 11th International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking, Pope Francis offered a message of hope.
Today, February 7, we celebrate St. Richard
St. Richard was orphaned at a young age. His brother inherited his parents' estate after he was of age, but the death tax was so great that they were sent into poverty, and Richard had to work on his brother's farm.
Four Lessons from St. Josephine Bakhita, Kidnapped as a Child in Sudan: A Kenyan Sister’s Reflection
February 8 is the Feast Day of St. Josephine Bakhita, a former slave of Sudanese descent and Patron Saint of victims of human trafficking.
South Sudanese Catholic Diocese Warms Up for Mega Campaign to Protect Refugees Vulnerable to Human Trafficking
Many South Sudanese, who have been displaced by decades of violence are vulnerable to human trafficking, an official in South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) has said, lauding the campaign to end the smuggling business that the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network (PACTPAN) has organized.
It’s time to Teach Nigerians “how to fish”: Catholic Bishop on Alleviating Poverty
Bishop Donatus Aihmiosion Ogun of the Catholic Diocese of Uromi in Nigeria has called on government authorities to implement sustainable measures to alleviate the high rate of poverty in the country rather than constantly giving people handouts.
Pope Francis Appoints Local Ordinary for Burkina Faso’s Tenkodogo Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. David Koudougou who has been serving as the Diocesan Administrator of the Tenkodogo Catholic Diocese in Burkina Faso as the new Bishop of the Diocese.
Pope Francis Praises Midwives, Obstetricians, Gynecologists Who Welcome Babies with "humanity"
The pope’s words were conveyed in a written speech handed out during an audience with an association of midwives and OB-GYNs on Feb. 6.
Apostolic Nuncio in Angola Urges Consecrated Persons to Promote Vocations, Renew Hope
The representative of the Holy Father in Angola has emphasized the importance of hope and the need for Consecrated Persons to promote vocations.
Catholic Archbishop in Angola Proposes Constitution that Represents all Citizens
Archbishop Zacarias Kamwenho has faulted Angola’s current constitution, describing it as party-based and modeled after Marxist-Leninist constitutions, which, according to him, does not reflect the identity of all Angolans.
Catholic Education Entity Founded During Apartheid in South Africa Celebrates Milestones at 40th Anniversary
The Catholic Institute of Education (CIE) has reflected on its milestones since its establishment in 1985, emphasizing its enduring support for schools, teachers, and learners across the Southern African region.
“Your vows should not be lived in isolation”: Bishop to Catholic Nun at Perpetual Profession in Angola
Bishop Firmino David of the Catholic Diocese of Sumbe in Angola has urged Sr. Suisacla Armando Pedro, who made her Perpetual Profession on February 1 to embrace her religious vocation within the community, noting that Consecrated Life is not meant to be lived in isolation.
“Disrespectful, offensive to Catholic faith”: Youths in Malawi Condemn Portrayal of Religious Life at University Event
The leadership of the Catholic youths in Malawi has condemned abuse of religious attire by a section of students at Mzuzu University at a past social event, stating that such conduct was disrespectful and misrepresented Catholic religious beliefs and practices.
Pope Francis Highlights Hope for Fifth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Pope Francis has chosen “Blessed Are Those Who Have Not Lost Hope” as the theme for the fifth World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly on July 27.
Apostolic Nuncio in Ivory Coast Challenges Newly Ordained Priest, Deacons to be Instruments of Reconciliation
The representative of the Holy Father in Ivory Coast has called on a Deacon he ordained a Priest and three Seminaries he ordained Deacons to be instruments of peace and reconciliation in the Church.
Pope Francis Urges All Catholics to Be "missionaries of hope" Through Prayer and Action
“I urge all of you, children, young people, adults, and the elderly, to participate actively in the common evangelizing mission of the Church,” the pope shared in his message.
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