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Catholic Bishops in Kenya Ask Government to Pay Heed to Cries Over Contested Finance Bill
Members of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) have urged the government to establish a tax regime that is in favor of the country’s economic growth, cautioning against “punitive taxes” in the proposed Finance Bill 2024, which they say is oppressive to Kenyans.
Bishops in Africa Laud Theologians’ Weekly Conversations on Synod on Synodality
Catholic Bishops in Africa have lauded the weekly conversations organized by African theologians on the Synod on Synodality, noting that the Friday engagements will deepen the understanding of the synod.
Malawi's Vice President, a "devout Catholic", among 10 Confirmed Dead in Plane Crash
The Vice President of Malawi, Saulos Chilima, and nine others have been confirmed dead in a plane crash.
Youths in Angola Invited to Massively Participate in Planned Festival
The Youth Secretariat in Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda has called on young people in the Metropolitan See to “massively participate” in the youth festival scheduled for August 7-11.
Cardinal in CAR Urges New Bishop to be Attentive to Needs of Impoverished Community
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.
African Palaver Series is “a call to action” on Synod on Synodality: Kenyan Nun
African theologians, priests, religious, and laity have embarked on a series of synodal conversations, describing their encounter ahead of the October session in Rome as a call to action for all the people of God in Africa to make their voices heard in the Synod on Synodality.
Today, June 11, We Celebrate St. Barnabas, apostle
Catholics celebrate the memory of St. Barnabas on June 11. The apostle and missionary was among Christ's earliest followers and was responsible for welcoming St. Paul into the Church.
Search for Aircraft Carrying Malawi’s Vice President, a “devout Catholic”, Ongoing
Search and rescue operations are ongoing in Malawi to recover the aircraft carrying Malawi’s vice president and nine others after the plane went missing on Monday, June 10.
Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan Sends out Prayer Appeal for Priest Abducted from Parish Rectory
The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan has sent out a prayer appeal, seeking the “urgent and safe release” of Fr. Gabriel Ukeh who was abducted from a parish rectory on Sunday, June 9.
Marian Apparition Reported at a Parishioner’s Home in Cameroon Requires Thorough Discernment: Archbishop
Thorough discernment is needed in the alleged apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the residence of a faithful in the Catholic Archdiocese of Bamenda, the Archbishop of the Metropolitan See has said.
Newly Ordained Catholic Bishop in Ghana Told to Extend Kindness to All
The president of the Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference (GCBC) has encouraged Bishop John Opoku-Agyemang, the newly Consecrated Bishop of Ghana’s Konongo-Mampong Diocese to extend his kindness and compassion to all during his Episcopal ministry.
Youths in Angola Seek to “encounter faith” in Planned Archdiocesan Festival
Plans are underway in the Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda in Angola for a youth festival that will offer young people an opportunity to renew their faith in Christ.
Education Should Foster Intellectual, Spiritual Development: SECAM Official to Universities in Africa
The Secretary General of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has urged chaplains of Catholic universities in Africa to champion education that fosters both intellectual and spiritual development.
Today, June 10, We Celebrate Blessed Edward Poppe
Blessed Edward Poppe is a contemporary saint. He died at the young age of 33.
Catholic Nun in Angola Links Elevation of Congregation to “spirit of communion in communities”
The Superior General of the Franciscan Sisters Servants Restorers of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament (SFRJS) in Angola has attributed the growth of the congregation that was elevated to a full province in 2023 to the “spirit of communion in communities.”
Catholic Bishop in Guinea-Bissau Urges Priests in West Africa to Foster Respect for Diversity
Bishop José Lampra Cà of the Catholic Diocese of Bissau in Guinea-Bissau has urged priests serving in West Africa to foster a “culture of openness and respect for differences.”
What African Polygamous Men Can Learn from Ugandan Martyr Matthias Mulumba
The Archbishop-elect of the Catholic Archdiocese of Gulu in Uganda has urged Christian men still practicing polygamy to emulate St. Matthias Mulumba, one of the Uganda Martyrs who denounced his polygamous life and embraced monogamy after he converted to Christianity.
Christian Leaders in Nigeria Plead with Government to Act after Murder of Three
The secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Yobe State chapter where three Christian youth were killed on Wednesday, June 5 by suspected Boko Haram terrorists is urging the government to “take proactive measures” to protect the citizens irrespective of their religious affiliations.
Today, June 9, We Celebrate St. Ephrem
On June 9, the Roman Catholic Church honors Saint Ephrem of Syria, a deacon, hermit, and Doctor of the Church who made important contributions to the spirituality and theology of the Christian East during the fourth century.
Locals in Mozambique Tell Stories of Christians Killed for their Faith: “They are our martyrs”
Parishioners of Chipene in Nampula, a province that is experiencing insurgency in northern Mozambique have recounted stories of members of the parish and other Christians in the province who were killed by Islamists for refusing to denounce their faith.
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