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Catholic Church in CAR

Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga during the launch of the new pastoral year in Bangui Archdiocese in the Central African Republic (CAR). Credit: Primature RCA Officiel

Cardinal in CAR Calls for Renewed Commitment to Mission at Launch of Pastoral Year in Bangui Archdiocese

Sep 26, 2024

The Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central African Republic (CAR) has urged the people of God in his Metropolitan See to recommit to the Church's mission, emphasizing the importance of proclaiming the Good News in challenging times.

Credit: Primature RCA Officiel

“You don’t become a Priest on your own”: Cardinal in CAR Urges Newly Ordained Priests to Serve, Share Joy, Hope

Sep 24, 2024

The Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central African Republic (CAR) has urged the three Deacons he ordained to Priests to embody Christ’s love through service and closeness to their communities. 

Mons. Victor Hugo Castillo Matarrita

Provincial Superior of Comboni Missionaries in CAR Appointed Bishop of Kaga-Bandoro Diocese

Sep 5, 2024

Pope Francis has appointed the Provincial Director of the Congregation of the Comboni Missionaries of the Heart of Jesus (M.C.C.J) in the Central Africa Republic (CAR) the Local Ordinary of Kaga-Bandoro Diocese.

The award was presented to Fr. Justin Ndéma who represented Cardinal Dieudonné Nzapalaïnga, Apostle Nicolas Guérékoyamé Gbangou, and the widow of Imam Omar Kobine Layama. Credit: Aegis Trust

Cardinal Nzapalainga among Winners of 2024 Aegis Award for Playing “a critical role” in Preventing Violence in CAR

Jul 31, 2024

Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga of the Catholic Archdiocese of Bangui in the Central African Republic (CAR) is among the three winners of the 2024 Aegis Award for his “critical role” in preventing violent conflicts in the country. 

Members of the Central African Episcopal Conference (CECA). Credit: CECA

Respect for Human Dignity “opens us to harmonious relationship with other creatures”: Catholic Bishops in CAR

Jun 29, 2024

Members of the Central African Episcopal Conference (CECA) are calling on the people of God in the country to uphold human dignity, saying it ensures a harmonious relationship with all God’s creation.

Members of the Central African Episcopal Conference (CECA). Credit: LANOCA

Lack of Patriotism, Unequal Resource Distribution, Nepotism among “blindness” Manifestations in CAR: Catholic Bishops

Jun 25, 2024

The Central African Republic (CAR) is ailing from multiple conditions that have left the country reeling in life-threatening deficiencies, Catholic Bishops in the country have lamented.

Bishop Aurelio Gazzero, Coadjutor Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bangassou in the Central African Republic (CAR). Credit: Lanoca

Cardinal in CAR Urges New Bishop to be Attentive to Needs of Impoverished Community

Jun 11, 2024

The Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central African Republic (CAR) has urged the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bangassou to be a source of hope for the impoverished community he has been called to serve.

Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga. Credit: Bangui Archdiocese

Security in CAR has Improved, Cardinal Says, Calls for Just Distribution of Country’s Wealth

Jun 2, 2024

The security situation in the Central African Republic (CAR) has improved and since the arrival of  the Wagner Group from Russia, violence has “drastically decreased”, the Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese has said.    

Prayer Appeal Following Death of Catholic Bishop of Kaga-Bandoro Diocese in CAR on Easter Sunday

Mar 31, 2024

Prayers are being sought for the repose of the soul of the Local Ordinary of Kaga-Bandoro Diocese in the Central African Republic (CAR) who died on Easter Sunday 2024 at the age of 72.

Mons. Aurelio Gazzera, coadjutor Bishop-Elect of the Diocese of Bangassou in the Central African Republic (CAR). Credit: ACN

Catholic Bishop-Elect in CAR Pledges to Reach out to Rebels in Search for Peace

Mar 5, 2024

Mons. Aurelio Gazzera, coadjutor Bishop-Elect of the Diocese of Bangassou in the Central African Republic (CAR), has promised to promote dialogue with various rebel groups operating in the country, noting that he seeks to be a “symbol of peace” in his leadership. 

Diocesan Caritas Director in CAR Appointed Coadjutor Bishop of Bangassou Diocese

Feb 23, 2024

The Director of Caritas in the Catholic Diocese of Bouar in the Central Africa Republic (CAR) has been appointed Coadjutor Bishop of Bangassou Diocese, which is under the pastoral care of 69-year-old Bishop Juan-José Aguirre Muñoz.

Members of the Central African Episcopal Conference (CECA). Credit: LANOCA

Catholic Bishops in CAR Denounce “sterile rivalry between Clerics and Laity”

Jan 16, 2024

Catholic Bishops in the Central African Republic (CAR) have denounced the differences and competition between members of the Clergy and the Laity in the country and are calling for “co-responsibility” in the mission of the Church.

Archbishop Dieudonné Nzapalainga blessing an elderly man. Credit: ACN

Cardinal Touring War-Torn Communities in CAR to Instil Hope among “abandoned” Villagers

Dec 15, 2023

The Cardinal in the Central African Republic (CAR) has been going around the country, engaging with members of communities, who have been abandoned, assuring them of his closeness.

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Catholic Archdiocese in CAR Issues Directives for Prayer Vigil, Day of Fasting for Peace

Oct 27, 2023

In response to Pope Francis’ appeal for a day of prayer and fasting for peace in the world, the Catholic Archdiocese of Bangui in the Central African Republic (CAR) has issued directives to guide the faithful during the Friday, October 27 initiative.

Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga during the Wednesday, October 25 press briefing by Synod delegates. Credit: Vatican Media

Women at Core of Church Governance in CAR: Cardinal

Oct 26, 2023

Though not officially constituted in the ranks of the Catholic Church, women in the Central African Republic (CAR) play a significant role in the affairs of the Church in the country, Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga, the Archbishop of Bangui has said.

Dieudonné Cardinal Nzapalainga during the launch of the new pastoral year in the Archdiocese of Bangui in the Central African Republic (CAR). Credit: LANOCA

New Pastoral Year Launched in CAR Archdiocese, Cardinal Urges Faithful to “get involved”

Sep 26, 2023

The Cardinal in the Central African Republic (CAR) has urged the people of God under his pastoral care to “get involved” in the Church’s pastoral mission of evangelization as he presided over the launching of the Pastoral Year in his Metropolitan See.

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World Day for Migrants: Cardinal in CAR Urges Demolition of “walls of selfish comfort”

Sep 25, 2023

On the occasion of the 109th World Day for Migration and Refugees (WDMR), marked Sunday, September 24, the Cardinal in the Central African Republic (CAR) has called on the people of God under his pastoral care to work towards ending attitudes of selfishness and indifference. 

The mortal remains of late Archbishop Joachim N’Dayen, the first African Catholic Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central Africa Republic (CAR). Credit: Courtesy Photo

First African Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in CAR Eulogized as “a man of peace”

Jul 7, 2023

Archbishop Joachim N’Dayen, the first African Catholic Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central Africa Republic (CAR), who was laid to rest on Friday, July 7 has been remembered as “a man of peace”.

Members of the Central African Episcopal Conference (CECA). Credit: Medias Catholiques Rca Centrafrique  ·

Constitutional Referendum Not a Priority for CAR: Catholic Bishops to Government

Jun 28, 2023

Catholic Bishops in the Central African Republic (CAR) have faulted the government for its decision to hold a constitutional referendum at a time when the country grappling with life-threatening issues, including economic and socio-political challenges. 

Members of the Central African Episcopal Conference (CECA). Credit: CECA

“Today, more than ever”: CAR Catholic Bishops on Need for Church-State Peace Networking

Jun 26, 2023

Catholic Bishops in the Central African Republic (CAR) have underscored the need for collaboration between the Church and the State to realize peaceful coexistence among the citizenry.