Advertisement
Latest Headlines
Pope Sees "providential" Moment as Catholics, Orthodox Hope They Could Celebrate Easter Together in 2025
Pope Francis emphasized that hope is “always possible” in Jesus Christ during an ecumenical vespers service marking both the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Today, January 25, is the Feast of the Conversion of Saint Paul
The great apostle was a Jew of the tribe of Benjamin. He surpassed all his peers in zeal for the Jewish law and their traditions, which he thought to be the cause of God, became one of the most fierce enemies and persecutors of Christians. He was one of the conspirators in the martyrdom of St. Stephen.
Africa Hope of the Church Despite Multiple “distractions”: Signis Africa President on 2025 Jubilee Year Opportunity
Despite the multiple “distractions” that the people of God in Africa grapple with, the Universal Church can still look to the continent for hope, the President of the African region of the World Catholic Association for Communication, SIGNIS Africa, has said.
Christian Denominations in Kenya Urged to Embrace Christ-Like Love to Overcome Religious, Ethnic Divisions
To overcome religious and ethnic divisions in Kenya, Christians in the East African country must embrace Christ-like love, a member of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) Ecumenical Committee, has said.
South African Bishop Calls for Communion in Christ Devoid of Race, Tribe, Politics for Synodal Church
Bishop Jan De Groef of the Catholic Diocese of Bethlehem in South Africa has called for a communion that is rooted in Jesus Christ transcending affiliations based on race, tribe, and culture to promote a Synodal Church in the Southern African nation.
2025 Jubilee “a year of great joy and abundant gratitude to God”: Catholic Bishop in Tanzania
The Local Ordinary of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Iringa has described the 2025 Jubilee Year of the Church as a year of great joy and abundant appreciation to God.
Pope Francis Tells Journalists to Build Communion, "give reasons for hope"
“I dream of a communication that does not peddle illusions or fears but is able to give reasons for hope,” the pope said.
Vatican Issues Guide on Richness of Eastern Catholic Churches
The Dicastery for the Eastern Churches has prepared a pastoral guide for the 2025 Jubilee of the Eastern Churches to be celebrated May 12–14.
Poll: Pope Francis is Italy’s Most Trusted Public Figure
More than 3,000 Italians participated in the survey carried out in January, expressing their opinion on the challenges facing the Church and their assessment of the pope.
How St. Francis de Sales Overcame His Temper to Become a Saint of Kindness
On Jan. 24, the Church celebrates the patron saint of journalists, writers, and the Catholic press: St. Francis de Sales, doctor of the Church.
Today is the Feast of St. Francis de Sales, Patron Saint of Writers and Christian Unity
Jan. 24 marks the Feast of St. Francis de Sales, the patron saint of writers and Christian unity whose role as a priest and bishop helped bring thousands of Protestants back to the Catholic Church.
Let’s “invest” in Digitality: Rome-based Priest Challenges Africa’s Church Leaders to Grow Digital Evangelization Budget
Catholic Church leaders in Africa need to spearhead evangelization through contemporary means of communication by investing in digitality, a Rome-based Priest involved in communication has said.
Apostolic Nuncio in Kenya Urges Church to Dive Deeper into “the world without limits” Presented by Social Media
Amid the world’s rapid technological advancements and evolving communication landscapes, the church should consider diving deeper into the world of social media, the Apostolic Nuncio in Kenya has said.
Pope Francis Erects New Diocese in Mozambique, Appoints Pioneer Local Ordinary
Pope Francis has erected the Catholic Diocese of Alto Molócuè in the Southern African nation of Mozambique and appointed Mons. Estêvão Ângelo Fernando, of the Clergy of Quelimane Catholic Diocese its pioneer Bishop.
Justice and Peace Official in Angola Proposes Shift from “dehumanizing laws”, Calls for Care for the Less Fortunate
The Coordinator of the Justice and Peace Pastoral Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Menongue in Angola has called on Christians in the country to champion the humanization of laws and social norms.
AI Must Serve Human Dignity, Not Violate It: Pope Francis to World Economic Forum
Pope Francis on Thursday released his message to global leaders attending the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, this week.
Christian Leaders in Zimbabwe Appeal to President to Resist Calls to Extend Term Limit
Members of the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD) have expressed concern over recent calls by Members of Parliament and political activists for President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa to extend his term in office.
Angolan Catholic Priest Decries Major City’s “unpleasant odor”, Challenges Faithful to Lead in Proper Sanitation
The Episcopal Vicar for Pastoral Care in Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda has called on the faithful to take an active role in addressing the public challenges facing Angola’s capital city, Luanda, especially on waste management.
Pope Francis Sends Delegation to Syria to Support Reconstruction
“It is the intention of the Holy Father that, in the current situation in Syria, they feel the affection and support of the entire Catholic Church,” the dicastery stated.
Today, January 23, We celebrate St. Ildephonsus, archbishop of Toledo
St. Ildephonsus was the Archbishop of Toledo, and died 23 January, 667.
Latest headlines
