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Entrepreneurship not Deviation from Mission, Catholic Sisters in Africa Told, Urged to Look into Self-Reliance
To foster self-reliance and boost their evangelization efforts, Catholic Sisters in Africa have been urged not to shy away from exploring business ideas and venturing into social entrepreneurship.
Cardinal Onaiyekan in Nigeria Proposes Education that Promotes Human Solidarity and Fosters Peace
John Cardinal Onaiyekan has underscored the need for Catholic education in Africa to be rooted in the Christian faith and to promote human solidarity.
Italian Cardinal who Served in Angola Eulogized as a Dedicated Pastor with “unwavering perseverance”
Eugenio Cardinal Dal Corso, the third Local Ordinary of Angola’s Catholic Diocese of Benguela who died on October 20 has been honored for his humility, silent devotion, and perseverance during his missionary service in the southern African country.
Catholic Bishop Challenges Health Workers in Angola to Serve “beyond medical diagnosis”
Bishop Fernando Francisco, one of the Auxiliary Bishops of the Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda has urged health workers—including doctors, nurses, and other caregivers—to embrace their service as extending far beyond treating physical ailments.
“A realized dream”: Catholic University of Eastern Africa Celebrated for 40 Years of Steady Growth
On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), the university that is owned by the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) has been celebrated as “truly a realized dream”.
Catholic Church in Nigeria Denounces Government’s Push to Decriminalize Abortion
The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has raised concerns about the Nigerian government’s reported move to broaden access to abortion, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding human dignity.
60th Anniversary of Zambia’s Independence “an opportunity for introspection”: Catholic Bishops
On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Zambia’s Independence marked October 24, Catholic Bishops in the Southern African nation have called on the nation to reflect on its journey, values, and future aspirations.
Like St. Allamano, Let’s “be supporters of missionaries, formation of missionaries”: Catholic Bishop of Zanzibar
Bishop Augustine Ndeliakyama Shao of the Catholic Diocese of Zanzibar has recognized the contribution of St. Joseph Allamano to the mission of the Church and urged the people of God to emulate the Italian-born founder of the Institute of the Consolata Missionaries (IMC) and the Consolata Missionary Sisters (MC) in supporting Missionaries.
Word on Fire to Publish Pope Benedict XVI’s Collected Works in English
Bishop Robert Barron’s media company Word on Fire plans to publish in English more than two dozen volumes of the collected works of Joseph Ratzinger.
Cape Verde’s President Lauds Catholic Church for “stepping in when state was absent” to Advance Education
The President of the Republic of Cape Verde has lauded the Catholic Church for its pioneering role in education in the island nation that is located off the west coast of Africa.
President of Sierra Leone’s Catholic Priests Eulogizes Late "Father of Liberation Theology" for Influencing Seminarians
The President of Catholic Priests in Sierra Leone has eulogized Fr. Gustavo Gutiérrez Merino, considered the “Father of Liberation Theology,” for his contribution to Theology, which he says influenced him and others while in the Major Seminary.
“Digital missionaries” in Africa Challenged to Proceed with Evangelization Efforts of Mission Sunday
Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo of the Oyo Catholic Diocese in Nigeria has called on the youth and “other digital inhabitants” to embrace digital evangelization, urging them to take over from the activities of this year’s World Mission Sunday.
Catholic Church in Guinea-Bissau Declares National Day of Prayer amid Youth Migration Crisis
The Catholic Church in Guinea-Bissau has called for a national day of fasting and prayer on November 4, under the theme “The Truth Will Set You Free,” urging citizens to unite in prayer for peace and tranquility in the country.
New Apostolic Nuncio Eager to Experience “what it means to be Catholic” in Nigeria
The representative of the Holy Father in Nigeria has expressed his eagerness and desire to serve the Church and the people of God in the West African country.
Pope Francis' Conversation with African Youths Continues to Drive Change as Projects Launched to Transform Communities
Over 40 African digital faith influencers who graduated in an eight-month formation program last month have been given the go ahead to run their projects in their zeal to transform their communities.
Synod on Synodality is a “remodeling of the Church”: African Delegate at Meeting in Rome
The ongoing Synod on Synodality is a restructuring of the Church, one that aims to bring the people of God closer to the vision God intended, an African delegate participating in the October 2-27 meeting has said.
At Canonization of Founder, Consolata Missionaries Reflect on Synodality Over the Years: Pioneers to Present Day
The life and ministry of the members of the Institute of the Consolata Missionaries (IMC) reflect the values that the multi-year Synod on Synodality seeks to promote.
Bishops in Mozambique Appeal for Justice, Calm Following Murder of Two Politicians in Country’s Post-Election Protests
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Mozambique (CEM) have appealed for truth, peaceful dialogue, and an end to political violence that followed the country’s October 9 General elections.
Religious Leaders in Mauritius Call for Peace, Integrity Ahead of General Elections
Religious leaders in the Indian Ocean Island nation of Mauritius have underscored the importance of peace, integrity, and accountability ahead of General Elections scheduled for November 10.
Seminarians at St. John Paul II Institute in South Sudan Urged to Embrace Patron Saint’s “charismatic spirit”
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) in South Sudan has encouraged Seminarians and staff at the St. John Paul II Institute of Philosophy Seminary Yambio to embody the values and spirit of their patron saint.
