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DR Congo’s Catholic Bishops Denounce Fresh Killings in Eastern Region, Say “human life is sacred, must be respected”
Members of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) have denounced the new wave of deadly attacks in the Eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), decrying what they describe as the growing trivialization of human life in the Central African nation.
Being Pilgrim Not “simply a journey of the body”: Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa at Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage
A pilgrimage goes beyond making a physical journey; it involves matters of the soul, which the ongoing Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year seeks to foster, the Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has said.
Today, September 21, We Celebrate St. Matthew, Apostle
Saint Matthew, the first-century tax collector turned apostle who chronicled the life and ministry of Christ in his Gospel, is celebrated by the Church today, September 21. Although relatively little is known about the life of St. Matthew, the account he wrote of Christ's ministry – traditionally considered to be the first of the four Gospels - is of inestimable value to the Church, particularly in its verification of Jesus as the Messiah.
“God does provide… Give your life to Christ”: Apostolic Nuncio in Kenya to Newly Ordained Spiritan, Redemptorist Deacons
The 15 Deacons Ordained on Friday, September 19 at St. John the Evangelist Holy Ghost Karen Parish of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) have been encouraged to trust in God’s providence as they begin their life as members of the Clergy.
Angola, São Tomé and Príncipe Bishops’ President Calls for National “refoundation”, Urges Conversion for a Just Future
The President of the Bishops' Conference of Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe (CEAST) has called for the “refoundation” of Angola, urging politicians and citizens alike to embrace inner transformation as the only path toward justice, peace, and national renewal.
Cameroonian Catholic Diocese Launches 2025–2026 Pastoral Year with Calls for Stronger Collaboration in Parish Services
Bishop Christophe Zoa of the Catholic Diocese of Sangmelima in Cameroon has opened the 2025–2026 pastoral year with an appeal for greater collaboration in parish life, urging the faithful to strengthen parish services and embrace their shared responsibility for the Church.
“Do not be afraid”: Newly Ordained Priests in Tanzania Urged to Persevere when Faced with Discouragement
The Bishop of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Geita has cautioned the newly ordained Priests for his Episcopal See against giving in to despair in their ministry, urging them instead to embrace “patience and perseverance” when faced with challenges.
Today, September 20, We Celebrate Sts. Andrew Kim Taegon, Paul Choñg Ha
Pope John Paul II said this of the Catholic Church in Korea: "The Korean Church is unique because it was founded entirely by laypeople. This fledgling Church, so young and yet so strong in faith, withstood wave after wave of fierce persecution.
President of Catholic Priests in Sierra Leone Appeals for Justice for Colleague Murdered while Preparing for New Mission
The President of Catholic Priests in Sierra Leone has appealed to authorities in the country to “to act decisively” in delivering justice to the Church, and the family of Fr. Augustine Amadu who was murdered on August 30 while he was preparing to take on a new mission in Sierra Leone’s Catholic Diocese of Kenema.
Laity in Nigeria Alarmed by Heightened Killings, Warn Insecurity Has Reached Alarming Levels
It is highly likely that Nigeria is leading in Christian martyrs globally, members of the Calabar Ecclesiastical Provincial Laity Council have asserted, warning that insecurity in the West African nation has reached alarming levels.
Plans Underway for the 50th Death Anniversary of Pioneer Bishop of Congolese Diocese
The Catholic Diocese of Butembo-Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced plans to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the passing of its pioneer Local Ordinary, Bishop Henri Joseph Marius Piérard.
Apostolic Nuncio Eulogized for Simplicity, Courage amid “difficulties” in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe
Members of the Bishops' Conference of Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe (CEAST) have eulogized Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa who passed on September 16 at the age of 67, as “a great Archbishop and diplomat” who served with simplicity in both countries as the Holy Father’s representative.
Today, September 19, We Celebrate St. Emily de Rodat
Emily was born in 1787 at Rodez, France. She was educated at Villefranche, became a teacher at the age of 18 and, realizing that many of the children of the poor were not going to school because they could not afford to, she opened a school for them and taught without charge.
Major Superiors in Africa Express Solidarity with Sisters’ Congregation in Tanzania after Four Members Die in Accident
The Confederation of Conferences of Major Superiors of Africa and Madagascar (COMSAM) has expressed spiritual closeness with the Missionary Sisters of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus (MCST) in Tanzania’s Catholic Archdiocese of Mwanza following the death of four members of the Congregation in a tragic road accident.
Catholic Charity Expresses “deep concern” about Violence after Over 60 Massacred at Parish Wake in Eastern DR Congo
The Catholic and Pontifical Foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International has expressed “deep concern” about escalating violence in the Eastern parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo following an attack at a Parish that left over 60 people dead.
Nigerian Catholic Archbishop Concerned about Rising Trend of Women Exploitation in “fertility” Clinics
The President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has expressed concern about unethical medical practices in Nigeria, warning that women and girls who seek help in fertility clinics are increasingly being exploited.
Caritas Zambia Faults “vagueness” in President's Speech, Calls for Clear Strategies on National Challenges
Caritas Zambia has faulted what it describes as the “brevity and vagueness” with which the presidential speech was delivered during the official opening of the Fifth Session of the 13th Parliament.
Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa Lauds “maturity” of Johannesburg’s Christ the King Cathedral ahead of 65th Anniversary
The Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has lauded the 65-year existence of the Cathedral of Christ the King of the Catholic Archdiocese of Johannesburg, noting that such long years “speak of maturity.”
St. Pope John Paul II’s ‘Ecclesia in Africa’ Lauded as “a living reality” in the African Church
St. Pope John Paul II’s Apostolic Exhortation on the Church in Africa and her evangelizing mission is “a living reality”, the Vice Chancellor of the Catholic University of Cameroon has said.
“First place belongs to God,” Kenyans urged to Seek Spiritual Joy over Earthly Comforts
Time spent with God must take a central place in a Christian’s life, the Archbishop of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nyeri has said, and cautioned against worldly pursuits that do not satisfy the soul.
