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Nigerian Archbishop Proposes Improved Catechesis, Adequate Preparation for Sacraments to Preserve Catholic Identity
Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja is proposing improved catechesis and adequate preparation of candidates for the reception of sacraments to maintain Catholic identity and spirituality in the West African nation.
AI Training to Equip African Catholic Journalists with Skills to Foster Good Values amid Technological Advancements
Catholic Journalists in Africa seeking to stay on top of technological advancements while helping promote good societal values are set to benefit from Artificial Intelligence (AI) training that has been slotted in the Pan-African Congress scheduled for August next year.
Catholic Bishop in Sudan Seriously Injured in Assault by Rapid Forces
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid in Sudan has shared his harrowing experience at the hands of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) who tortured him and left him seriously injured.
Catholic Bishop in South Sudan Urges Church to Overcome Clericalism, Embrace Synodal Conversion
Bishop Christian Carlassare of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan has called on the Church to confront the growing issue of clericalism, which he identified as a major obstacle to the Synod on Synodality.
Apostolic Nuncio in Nigeria Encourages Steadfast Faith, Hope amid Persecution and Economic Hardships
The representative of the Holy Father in Nigeria has urged Nigerians experiencing persecution and economic hardships to remain hopeful and steadfast in faith.
Catholic Archbishop Urges Zambians to Remain Steadfast in Faith amid Political Tensions, Economic Uncertainties
Zambians are grappling with a myriad of socio-economic and political challenges including that are also straining family relations, Archbishop Benjamin Phiri of Ndola Archdiocese has observed, and called on the faithful to remain firm in their faith despite the hardships they face.
Nigerian Archdiocese Concludes Annual General Assembly with Call to “proudly” Live Out Catholic Faith
The fifth General Assembly of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has ended with a call on the people of God to uphold their Catholic identity and spirituality.
Vatican Suppresses Carmelite Monastery Following Long-running Controversy
Bishop Michael Olson of the Diocese of Fort Worth announced on Monday that he received a decree of suppression last week from the Holy See.
“Engage responsibly in the electoral process”: Catholics in Ghana Told ahead of December 7 Polls
Members of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) have urged Catholics and all citizens of the West African country to engage responsibly in the country’s general elections scheduled for December 7, emphasizing the importance of peace, justice, and unity for any successful poll.
A Cross, Other Elements on Ivorian Cardinal-Designate’s Coat of Arms and Motto Explained
Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo, one of the two Archbishops from Africa to be created Cardinals, has explained the symbols and motto represented in his coat of arms.
Catholic Bishop in Cameroon Calls on Christians to be Builders of Peace, Work for Harmony During Advent
Bishop Barthélemy Yaouda Hourgo of the Catholic Diocese of Yagoua in Cameroon has urged Christians to embrace their role as agents of peace and reconciliation during the Advent season.
Catholic Justice and Peace Official in Nigeria Urges Church Leaders to Speak out against Poor Leadership
The Director of the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) in the Catholic Archdiocese of Onitsha has urged Church leaders in the West African nation not to be afraid to speak out against poor leadership.
Daughters of St. Paul Christmas Concerts in the U.S. Aim to Remind Audience of the "closeness to God"
The “Come to Bethlehem: A Christmas Concert with the Daughters of St. Paul” tour will make stops this year in New York, Boston, and New Orleans.
“Know when to leave”: Cardinal in Ivory Coast on Retirement from Episcopal Ministry
Jean-Pierre Cardinal Kutwa of Ivory Coast has underscored the importance of recognizing the right moment to step aside, using his retirement from Episcopal Ministry to deliver a message about humility and self-awareness.
Religious Leaders in Mauritius Urge New Government to Address Country’s Pressing Challenges
Religious leaders in Mauritius, an island on the Indian Ocean, have called on the country’s newly elected government, led by Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam to take action in addressing the nation's key challenges and to work towards the development of the Mauritian citizens.
Tanzanian Catholic Bishop Calls for “self-evaluation” among Opus Spiritus Sancti Priests Marking Golden Jubilee
Bishop Beatus Christian Urassa of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Sumbuwanga has encouraged members of the Order of the Apostolic Life Community of Priests /Opus Spiritus Sancti (ALCP/OSS) to look at their 50th Anniversary as an opportunity to reflect on whether they have lived in holiness and remained faithful to their gifts and vows as Priests.
Advent 2024: Four Catholic Resources to Help You Grow in Your Faith
As calendars get filled up and preparations are made, these four resources can help you get ready to enter into the deeper meaning of Christmas.
John Paul II-inspired Cafe Celebrates 10 years of "bringing riches of the faith" to Public Square
Last month, Soren and Ever Johnson marked the 10th anniversary of one of the fruits of their ministry: Trinity House Cafe in Leesburg, Virginia.
Entrepreneurship Project Lauded for Fostering Self-Reliance among Catholic Sisters in Eastern Africa
The Secretary-General of the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA) has applauded the Sisters Blended Value Project (SBVP) that was initiated in 2021 to support Catholic Sisters in developing sustainable social enterprises.
Consolata Missionaries in Tanzania Urged to Emulate Founder St. Joseph Allamano, to Seek Holiness and Zealousness
Archbishop Gervas John Mwasikwabhila of the Catholic Archdiocese of Mbeya has called on members of the Institute of the Consolata Missionaries (IMC) and Consolata Missionary Sisters (MC) in Tanzania to continue holding onto the words of St. Joseph Allamano: to seek holiness and to zealously carry out missionary work to sanctify the world, “so that ultimately, God may be glorified both in our country and elsewhere.”
