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Saints Peter and Paul Found Freedom in Christ: Pope Francis
In the largest Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica since the start of the pandemic, Pope Francis celebrated the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul with a message that true freedom is found in Christ.
Christian Leaders in Nigeria’s Oyo State Declare Day of Prayer for End to Insecurity
Christian leaders ministering in Nigeria’s Oyo State have declared a day of prayer for an end to the rising cases of insecurity that include killings.
Pope Francis Thanks Benedict XVI on his 70th Ordination Anniversary
Pope Francis thanked Benedict XVI on Tuesday for his continual prayer for the Church in his retirement, calling the pope emeritus “the contemplative of the Vatican.”
Jesuits in Africa Partner with Caritas to Address Continent’s Food Crisis
The leadership of the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM) and Caritas Africa have resolved to collaborate in empowering local communities on the continent to participate in the policy-making processes that seek to foster food security.
Religious Leaders in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria State Condemn Ongoing Violence
Religious leaders serving in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria State have condemned “in the strongest terms possible” the ongoing violence between members of the Azande and Balanda communities in Tombura County, a territory covered by the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio.
Bishops in Central African Republic Decry Insecurity, Appeal for "commitment to peace"
Catholic Bishops in the Central African Republic (CAR) have, in a collective statement, expressed concerns about violence in the country and called upon all parties in conflict and citizens to be committed to peace.
Mauritius’ Port Louis Diocese Outlines Safety Guidelines for Resumption of Public Worship
Days after the Government of Mauritius lifted restrictions put in place to curb the spread of COVID-19, the leadership of the Catholic Diocese of Port Louis has announced the resumption of public worship with a limited number of faithful.
Witness of Growing Communion Between Christians “a sign of hope”: Pope Francis
Pope Francis told a delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople that the witness of growing communion between Christians would be “a sign of hope for many.”
“Help heal trauma of poverty, psychological stress of insecurity”: Nigerian Archbishop
The Catholic Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has called upon authorities in the West African nation to help heal the trauma resulting from poverty and the psychological stress the people are facing as a result of insecurity.
Few Still Regard Christians in Egypt as “second-class citizens”, Catholic Charity Told
A Religious leader in Egypt has reported “few incidents” where Christianity is regarded as an inferior religion in the Northeast African nation despite the country having made what has been referred to as immense progress in religious freedom.
Two Women “seriously injured” in Catholic Parish Bomb Explosion Attack in DR Congo
Two women were “seriously injured” when a Catholic Parish of the Diocese of Butembo-Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) was hit by an explosion on Sunday, June 27, the Parish Priest has told ACI Africa.
Sensitize Tanzanians about COVID-19, President Urges Catholic Bishops, Religious Leaders
Tanzanian President has called upon Catholic Bishops and other religious leaders in the East African country to be part of COVID-19 sensitization initiatives, reminding the people of God under their care “of the need to protect ourselves.”
Catholic Bishop in DR Congo Recommends Countrywide Catechesis on Safeguarding of Creation
The Bishop of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Uvira Diocese has recommended countrywide catechesis on the safeguarding of creation through Diocesan programs.
Kenyan Bishop Calls for Child Safeguarding amid Initiatives by Diocese against Abuse
The Catholic Bishop of Kenya’s Malindi Diocese has called for child safeguarding amid initiatives undertaken by the Kenyan Diocese to ensure the safety of children.
"Let Jesus look at and heal your heart": Pope Francis at the Angelus
Pope Francis challenged people on Sunday to “let Jesus look at and heal” their hearts.
Four Issues of Concern Catholic Bishops in DR Congo Want Addressed for National Cohesion
Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have, at the end of their plenary assembly, highlighted four challenges the people of God in the Central African nation are facing, which they want addressed for the achievement of national cohesion and development.
“Build a world of peace devoid of violence, corruption”: Archbishop in Cameroon to Youth
The Archbishop of Cameroon’s Douala Archdiocese has called upon young people in the Central African nation to cultivate peace in their respective communities, and cautioned them against engaging in violence and corruption.
Salesian Missionaries Facilitate Water Project in Namibia’s Rundu Apostolic Vicariate
More than 7,300 people at St. John Bosco Parish in Namibia's Apostolic Vicariate of Rundu can now access clean water following an initiative, which Salesian Missions, the US development wing of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) facilitated.
Catholic Bishops in Togo Call for Hope amid Citizens’ Difficulty “to meet basic needs”
Catholic Bishops in Togo have, in a collective statement, encouraged the faithful in the West African nation to “remain hopeful” amid suffering characterized with difficulty, on the part of ordinary citizens, “to meet their basic needs.”
Jesus Feels Pain at our Divisions: Pope Francis to Lutheran Leaders
Pope Francis told a group of Lutheran leaders on Friday that the desire for unity grows the more Christians understand how much Christ suffers over our divisions.
