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South African Catholic Bishop Known for Liturgical Reform at Conference Dies at 76
Bishop Edward Gabriel Risi, known for the liturgical reform that has put the Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC) among the “most up-to-date” Conferences in liturgical matters, has passed away at the age of 76.
Mozambique’s National Youth Celebrations Open with Call for Young People to Lead Healing, Renewal of the Country
The Third National Youth Day (JNJ) celebrations have opened in Mozambique with a call on young people to become a driving force of hope, unity, and social healing in the Southern African nation.
Neglecting Education is Creating a “dysfunctional future” for Nigeria: Catholic Bishop
Nigeria risks deeper insecurity and social collapse unless families, communities, and government urgently recommit to educating and morally forming children, Bishop Anselm Umoren, has said.
Catholic Lawyers in Nigeria Urged to Reject Bribery, Champion Integrity in Country’s Troubled Judicial System
Amid growing public frustration over corruption in Nigeria’s justice system, the National President of the National Association of Catholic Lawyers (NACL) has called on Catholic legal practitioners in the country to reject bribery in all its forms and lead efforts to restore integrity and transparency in the country’s judiciary.
Today, December 4, We Celebrate St. John of Damascus
Catholics remember and celebrate the life of the great Arab Church Father St. John of Damascus on Dec. 4.
African Centre of Theology and Canon Law Conference in Kenya Lauded as “truly an important moment”
Archbishop Philip Anyolo Subira of Kenya's Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has lauded the inauguration of the conference of the African Centre of Excellence in Theology and Canon Law (ACETCL), terming the moment as “truly important.”
Appeal for Prayers as Catholic Priest Kidnapped from Residence in Nigeria Remains Missing
The Catholic Diocese of Zaria in Nigeria is appealing for prayers for the “quick and safe release” of Fr. Emmanuel Ezema, who was abducted on Tuesday, December 2.
National Pilgrimage in Guinea-Bissau Cancelled, Catholic Dioceses Cite Unstable “sociopolitical situation”
The Catholic Dioceses of Bissau and Bafatá in Guinea-Bissau have announced that the traditional National Pilgrimage to Cacheu has been cancelled this year, a decision motivated by the sociopolitical situation in the country.
Missionaries, Local Communities in Mozambique Lauded for Sustaining 80-Year-Old Catholic Mission
Bishop Diamantino Guapo Antunes acknowledged of Mozambique's Catholic Diocese of Tete has lauded Missionaries and local community members of Fonte Boa Monte Mission for their tireless commitment to sustaining the Church’s evangelization mission.
Nigerian, Iraqi Priests Tell of Aiding Persecuted Christians Seen in Photo Exhibit
A photo exhibit features the “forgotten faces” of persecuted Christians in Nigeria and Iraq.
“Bring laughter back into our homes,” Kenyan Archbishop Urges Women to Restore Joy in Families
The Archbishop of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nyeri has underscored the vital role of joy in family life, urging women to take the lead in restoring laughter back into their homes.
Christian Entity Calls for Justice for Employee Assaulted by Police in UK while Protesting Atrocities in Sudan
Christin Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights organisation, is calling for justice for its employee who was assaulted in Newcastle by the police while protesting against atrocities caused by the ongoing war in Sudan.
DR Congo’s Catholic Bishops Launch Construction of National Shrine Honoring Blessed Anuarite
The President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) has announced the construction of a national shrine dedicated to Blessed Marie-Clémentine Anuarite Nengapeta, a Congolese Sister beatified in August 1985.
Today, December 3, We Celebrate St. Francis Xavier
On Dec. 3, the Roman Catholic Church honors St. Francis Xavier, one of the first Jesuits who went on to evangelize vast portions of Asia.
Last of Six Abducted Catholic Priests in Cameroon’s Bamenda Archdiocese Regains Freedom
Fr. John Berinyuy Tatah, the last of the six Catholic Priests who were abducted in Cameroon’s Bamenda Archdiocese on November 15, has regained his freedom.
Nigerian Foundation Defends Catholic Bishop after Remarks on Genocide Targeting Christians
The Kukah Centre (TKC) has responded to what it describes as “mischaracterized” reporting on the remarks of its founder, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, regarding the alleged genocide of Christians in the West African nation.
Catholic Bishops in Ghana Reflect on Relationship between Synodality and Renewal during Advent
Members of the Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference (GCBC) have reflected on the relationship between the Advent Season and Synodality, noting that in the country’s context, the Advent resonates deeply with the Church’s ongoing synodal journey.
Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa: The Church Needs Priests who are “awake” to Needs of the Poor
The Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has urged members of the Clergy to prioritize the needs of the poor and to listen attentively to the voices of young people, emphasizing that the Church requires Priests who hold the marginalized at heart.
Nigerian Catholic Archbishop Bemoans Bullying on Social Media after Meeting President amid Persecution of Christians
Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja in Nigeria has lamented what he described as irresponsible and unjust online bullying following his recent visit to President Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu amid heightened kidnappings and other attacks targeting Christians in the West African country.
South Sudan “a living parable of Christmas”: Catholic Bishop
Bishop Christian Carlassare of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan has described the world’s youngest nation as “a living parable of Christmas” owing to the country's high poverty levels and divisions that he says continue to suppress hope among the people.
