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“I feel very sad”: Nigerian Catholic Bishop Laments Massive Exodus in His Episcopal See amid Insecurity
Bishop Michael Gobal Gokum of the Catholic Diocese of Pankshin in Nigeria has expressed sorrow over the mass displacement of residents in his Episcopal See as a result of insecurity.
Cardinals Converge in Rome as Second General Congregation Gathers 103 Prelates
The College of Cardinals saw a significant increase in attendance at Wednesday's General Congregation, with 103 cardinals now present in Rome — nearly double the approximately 60 who participated in Tuesday's initial gathering.
Tanzanian Cardinal Calls for Spiritual Closeness with Cardinals ahead of Selection of New Pope
Protase Cardinal Rugambwa of Tanzania’s Catholic Archdiocese of Tabora has appealed for spiritual solidarity with the College of Cardinals entrusted with leading the Church during the Papal Interregnum, the period between the passing or resignation of a pope and the election of his successor.
Cardinal Nzapalainga Eulogizes Pope Francis as “a man who loved the Central African Republic, Church in Africa”
Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga of the Catholic Archdiocese of Bangui has paid a glowing tribute to Pope Francis, who passed on Easter Monday, describing the late Pontiff as a devoted friend of the Central African Republic (CAR) and a shepherd who loved the Church across Africa.
Catholic Bishop in DR Congo Reminisces about Pope Francis’ Powerful Words of Encouragement During Visit
Bishop Melchisedec Sikuli Paluku of the Catholic Diocese of Butembo-Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has remembered the 2023 visit of Pope Francis to the troubled African country, during which the Holy Father lauded the vitality of the Church in the country.
“A Pope close to everyone”: Cardinal in Ivory Coast Lauds Pope Francis’ Simplicity
The late Pope Francis was a humble, missionary-minded shepherd close to all and whose vision for a synodal and merciful Church remains alive, Ignace Cardinal Bessi Dogbo of the Ivory Coast’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abidjan has said.
Catholic Bishops in Africa Direct Prayerful Solidarity with Universal Church for Pope Francis’ Soul
Bishops across Africa have issued directives in their respective Dioceses, encouraging special prayers for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis who passed on Easter Monday, April 21 at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta.
Entertainment Activities Planned in Zambian Catholic Archdiocese Suspended as World Mourns Pope Francis’ Passing On
The Catholic Archdiocese of Ndola in Zambia has declared a period of mourning following the passing on of Pope Francis, and suspended major activities it had lined up before the Easter Monday news was made public.
Vatican Releases First Photos of Pope Francis After His Death
The Vatican on Tuesday released the first photos of Pope Francis after his death, showing him dressed in red vestments and lying in a simple, wooden coffin inside the chapel of the Santa Marta guesthouse.
Pope Francis, “profound source of inspiration for us”: Africa’s Catholic Bishops Mourn, Recall Holy Father’s Legacy
Catholic Bishops in Africa have expressed sorrow at the passing on of Pope Francis, remembering him as an inspirational leader, whose pontificate of peace and inclusivity was felt by many across the continent, resulting in a positive and memorable impression.
“A friend of Africa”: Catholic Church Leaders Pay Heartfelt Tributes to Pope Francis, Offer Prayers
The Church in Africa has been thrown into deep mourning following the passing on of Pope Francis, with Church leaders on the continent describing the late Holy Father as a voice for the voiceless, a tireless advocate for peace and human dignity, and most especially, “a friend of Africa”.
Pope Francis Leaves “unforgettable, impactful legacy of reform”: Catholic Bishops in Lusophone Africa
Catholic Bishops in Portuguese-speaking Africa (Lusophone Africa) have paid glowing tribute to late Pope Francis, who passed on Easter Monday, April 21, at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta at the age of 88.
Nigeria “gradually becoming a huge national morgue”, Catholic Bishop Laments, Urges President to Renew Nigerians’ Hope
Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has decried the many atrocities in the West African nation, which he says is “gradually” turning into a vast “national morgue” owing to the multiple victims of attacks.
Cardinal in CAR “strongly condemns” Military Brutality Against Civilians, Demands Justice for Victims
The Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central African Republic (CAR) has condemned acts of brutality reportedly committed by members of the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) against civilians and called for justice for victims and accountability.
Caritas Zambia Sets Up Community Child Protection Committees to Address Rise in Child Defilement Cases
Caritas Zambia has established Community Child Protection Committees (CCPCs) in the Southern African nation to curb the rise in cases of defilement and child abuse in the country.
“National disaster”: Catholic Environmentalist on Unregulated Mining in Western Kenya
A Catholic environmentalist has called on the Kenyan government to declare unregulated mining in the country’s western region a national disaster, citing its widespread negative consequences on the environment and the country’s socio-economic sector.
Nigeria’s Political Leaders Abetting Insecurity “can only celebrate an empty Easter”: Catholic Bishop
Political leaders in Nigeria who have resources at their disposal to address security challenges and are not doing so cannot be part of the celebrations around the victory of Jesus Christ over death, Easter, Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo of the country’s Oyo Catholic Diocese has said.
At Annual Pilgrimage, Catholic Bishop in Cameroon Encourages Devotion to Blessed Virgin Mary, “bearer of hope”
At the annual pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady in Doumelong, Bishop Paul Lontsié-Keuné of Cameroon’s Catholic Diocese of Bafoussam has recognized the Blessed Virgin Mary as “a bearer of hope” and encouraged devotion to her.
Amid Persecution of Christians in Nigeria, Let’s Pray for “conversion of those committed to evil”: Apostolic Nuncio
The representative of the Holy Father in Nigeria has called upon Christians to respond to persecutions and killings targeting followers of Christ with continued prayer for the conversion of those behind the attacks.
Terrorism, Bloodshed, Banditry Making “God weep for Nigeria”: Catholic Archbishop
The vices taking place in the West African nation of Nigeria have upset God to the extent that He is “weeping” for the country, Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of the country’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has said.
