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Catholic Bishops in Nigeria Condemn Mockery of the Eucharist in Viral Video, Warn against Blasphemy

Jan 20, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) have condemned a viral video depicting masquerades mimicking Catholic Priests and engaging in a parody of Eucharistic rituals. 

Archbishop Buti Joseph Tlhagale. Credit: Kati Dijane

Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year an Occasion for Catholics to Renew “faith, way of life”: Archbishop in South Africa

Jan 20, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

The Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year is an opportunity for Catholics to deepen their faith and align their lives with the teachings of Jesus Christ, Archbishop Buti Joseph Tlhagale has said.

Bishop Firmino David of the Catholic Diocese of Sumbe in Angola. Credit: Sumbe Diocese

Legion of Mary Movement in Angola Urged to Lead Christians to “gates of Heaven, Church”

Jan 20, 2025

By João Vissesse

Bishop Firmino David of the Catholic Diocese of Sumbe in Angola has called on members of the Legion of Mary, known as Patricians, to emulate the virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary and fulfill their mission of guiding other Christians to Heaven and to Church.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump walks on stage to deliver the keynote address at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s Road to Majority Policy Conference at the Washington Hilton on June 22, 2024. in Washington, D.C. / Credit: Samuel Corum/Getty Images

Pope Francis Invokes Blessings on U.S. as Trump Begins Presidency

Jan 20, 2025

By AC Wimmer

Pope Francis invoked “an abundance of divine blessings” upon Donald Trump, his family, and “the beloved American people.”

Credit: Radio Ecclesia

Over 400 Villages in Angola Targeted in 40-Year Catholic Project to Boost Food Production

Jan 20, 2025

By João Vissesse

The Catholic Diocese of Luena in Angola a 40-year agroforestry project to tackle the growing challenges of hunger and desertification in the country.

Credit: CECCI

Catholic Bishops in Ivory Coast to Discuss Financial Autonomy, Catholic Education at 126th Plenary Assembly

Jan 20, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Ivory Coast (CECCI) are expected to discuss financial autonomy and Catholic Education at their 126th plenary assembly taking place in the Catholic Diocese of Bondoukou from January 20-26.

The Secretary General of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), Fr. Hugh O'Connor. Credit: SACBC

In Jubilee Year, “we hope our schools will be beacons of hope” in Faith-Based Education: South African Priest

Jan 19, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

The Chairperson of the National Catholic Board of Education in South Africa has expressed optimism that Catholic-sponsored schools in the country will inspire hope in providing faith-based education during the Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year.

Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Decries Growing Materialism, Calls for Return to Faith through Selfless Service

Jan 19, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

Bishop Gabriel Ghiakhomo Dunia of the Catholic Diocese of Auchi in Nigeria has decried the growing culture of self-centeredness and loss of fidelity to the teachings of Jesus Christ among Christians, noting that those led by materialism lack of spiritual vision.

Bishop Adrian Chifukwa with some of the participants during the ECM January 14-16 review of its Child and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy. Credit: ECM

Catholic Bishops in Malawi Review Child and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy to Protect Minors from Abuse

Jan 19, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

The Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) has initiated a review of its Child and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy to strengthen measures aimed at protecting minors and vulnerable adults from abuse in the Southern African nation.

Catholic Official in Angola Urges Government to Intensify Efforts to Combat Cholera amid Water Shortage

Jan 19, 2025

By João Vissesse

The Episcopal delegate for Catholic Schools in Angolas’ Catholic Diocese of Caxito has called for government action to combat the cholera epidemic affecting three provinces in the country.  

During his Angelus address on Jan. 19, 2025, at the Vatican, Pope Francis thanked those who mediated the latest cease-fire in Gaza and expressed his hope that all hostages “may finally return home and embrace their loved ones” and for the opening of humanitarian corridors into Gaza. / Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis Thanks Mediators for Brokering Latest Cease-fire Deal in Gaza  

Jan 19, 2025

By Kristina Millare

During his Angelus address, the Holy Father also expressed his hope that all hostages “may finally return home and embrace their loved ones” and for the opening of humanitarian corridors into Gaza.    

Pope Francis addresses pilgrims gathered for Mass on the solemnity of the Epiphany on Jan. 6, 2025, in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican. / Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA

"Disgrace": Pope Francis Condemns Mass Deportation Plans under Donald Trump, Appoints Woman to Lead Vatican Governorate

Jan 19, 2025

By AC Wimmer

“If this is true it is a disgrace because it makes the poor unfortunate who have nothing pay the price of imbalance. This is not how things are solved,” the pope said on Italian TV.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: Catholic Official in Angola Calls for Dialogue to Build Peace

Jan 19, 2025

By João Vissesse

The Coordinator of Ecumenical Pastoral Ministry in Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda has called for unity, dialogue, reconciliation, and peace among Christians at the start of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in the Southern African nation.

Today, January 19, We Celebrate St. Canutus, King of Denmark

Jan 19, 2025

Saint Canutus, King of Denmark,  succeeded his elder brother Harold on the throne of Denmark in the year 1080. He began his reign by a successful war against the enemies of the state, and by planting the faith in the conquered provinces.

Bishop Yunan Tombe Trille Kuku Andali of the Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid in Sudan. Credit: ACN

In Sudan, “vocations are growing! God is at work”, Catholic Bishop Says, Expresses Optimism amid Civil War

Jan 18, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

There is a noticeable growth in vocations to the Priesthood in Sudan, the Bishop of the country’s Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid has said, testifying about God being “at work” in the Northeastern African nation that is experiencing its worst civil war that has forced millions to flee.

Fr. Moses Jimbili. Credit: ACI Africa

Nigerian Catholic Parish Determined to Remain Charitable after Tragic Stampede at Food Distribution Joint

Jan 18, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

The deadly stampede during last year’s annual food distribution exercise at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja will not dampen the spirit of the parish in reaching out to the needy, the Priest in charge of the parish has said.

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB). Credit: CEB

Diversity “should never be a source of division”: Catholic Bishops Appeal for Calm ahead of Benin’s 2026 Elections

Jan 18, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) have appealed for calm ahead for the West African country’s 2026 general elections.

Archbishop Francisco Chimoio

Newly Ordained Priest in Mozambique Cautioned against Seeking “personal glory”, Urged to Be “entirely” for Service

Jan 18, 2025

By João Vissesse

Archbishop Francisco Chimoio has cautioned Fr. Moisés Augusto, the member of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) he ordained a Priest on January 12, against the tendency among a section of Priests to seek “personal glory”.

Pope Francis greets new Swiss Guards as they prepare to be sworn in on May 6, 2024, at the Vatican. / Credit: Vatican Media

At Silver Jubilee Pontifical Swiss Guard Foundation, Pope Francis Recognizes Guard’s Patient Service to Vatican Pilgrims

Jan 18, 2025

By AC Wimmer

As millions of pilgrims are expected for the jubilee year in Rome, Pope Francis praised the patient service of the Swiss Guard and support for their families.

Abbé Pierre, born Henri Marie Joseph Grouès in 1912, was a prominent French Catholic priest. He died in 2007. Allegations of sexual abuse were first publicly reported in 2024. / Credit: Studio Harcourt Paris/Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)

Catholic Bishops in France Request Criminal Probe into Abuse Claims against Emmaus Founder Abbé Pierre

Jan 18, 2025

By AC Wimmer

French bishops request criminal investigation into abuse allegations against Emmaus founder Abbé Pierre following nine new testimonies against the late priest.