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Christian Entity Welcomes Release of 24 Abducted Girls in Nigeria, Condemns Perpetrators’ Impunity

Nov 28, 2025

Christin Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights organization has welcomed the release of 24 girls who were abducted from Government Girls Secondary School in Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria on November 17.

Pope Leo XIV addresses bishops, priests, religious, pastoral workers, and laypeople at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Istanbul, Turkey, on Nov. 28, 2025. / Credit: Vatican Media

Immigrants, Converts, and Students Reflect on Pope Leo’s Visit to Istanbul Cathedral

Nov 28, 2025

Parishioners of the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Istanbul welcomed Pope Leo XIV today with profound emotion and vibrant hope.

Today, November 28, We Celebrate Saint Catherine Laboure

Nov 28, 2025

On November 28, the Church honors St. Catherine Labouré, the humble Daughter of Charity to whom Mary appeared, requesting that the Miraculous Medal be stamped so that all who wear it would receive great graces.

Sr. Adelaide Felicitus Ndilu. Credit: ACI Africa

SIGNIS Africa Official Appeals for Support as Continent Prepares to Host First-Ever World Congress in Rwanda

Nov 27, 2025

A member of the SIGNIS Africa Assembly of Delegates has challenged the Church in Africa to support the ongoing preparations for the first-ever SIGNIS World Congress to be held on the continent.

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UK-Based Rights Foundation Calls for International Reporting on Nigeria as 38 Abducted Christians Regain Freedom

Nov 27, 2025

Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights foundation, has urged international media outlets to adopt accurate, balanced reporting on Nigeria’s  rising insecurity, as 38 abducted members of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Kwara State were released following a joint security operation.

Bishop Bernadine Francis Mfumbusa of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Kondoa. Credit: Tumaini Media

Tanzania’s Election-Related Violence “happened with the ferocity of a volcanic eruption,” Catholic Bishop Recalls

Nov 27, 2025

Bishop Bernadine Francis Mfumbusa of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Kondoa has recalled the cruelty that surrounded the country’s election-related violence, said to have left thousands dead, saying that chaos happened “with the ferocity of a volcanic eruption.”

Late Bishop Ferdinand Maemba Liwoke. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Lolo

Third Local Ordinary of DR Congo’s Catholic Diocese of Lolo Dies at 88, Eulogized as a “caring pastor, man of prayer”

Nov 27, 2025

Bishop Ferdinand Maemba Liwoke, the third Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Lolo in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has passed on after an illness. He was 88.

Pope Leo XIV disembarks from his plane upon his arrival at Istanbul Ataturk airport on November 27, 2025. / Credit: BERK OZKAN / AFP via Getty Images

Pope Leo XIV lands in Istanbul, concludes first day in Turkey

Nov 27, 2025

Pope Leo XIV began the second day of his international apostolic journey in Turkey on Nov. 28. Watch LIVE the major events of this trip at youtube.com/@ewtnnews and follow our live updates of his historic trip:

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Catholic Diocese in Zambia Issues Directives on Donations from Politicians Ahead of 2026 Polls

Nov 27, 2025

Zambia’s Catholic Diocese of Mpika has issued directives barring the people of God within the ecclesial jurisdiction from receiving gifts from politicians or their representatives as the country approaches the general elections.

Today, November 27, We Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal

Nov 27, 2025

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Today, November 27, is the Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal  

Today, November 27, We Celebrate St. Francesco Antonio Fasani

Nov 27, 2025

St. Francesco (Francis) Antonio Fasani was born as Giovanneillo in Lucera, Italy in 1681, the son of Giuseppe Fasani and Isabella Della Monaca. He entered the Conventual Franciscans in 1695 and took the names of St. Francis and St. Anthony. 

Pope Leo XIV greets a baby during the general audience in November 2025. / Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Leo XIV Praises "wonderful adventure" of Parenthood Despite Hardships

Nov 27, 2025

Pope Leo XIV praised “the wonderful adventure” of becoming parents that many families are choosing to embark on today, despite economic and social difficulties.

Military leaders in Guinea-Bissau.  Credit: Radio Sol Mansi

Soldiers Seize Power in Guinea-Bissau, Detain President amid Regional Catholic Priests’ Call for Calm

Nov 26, 2025

Guinea-Bissau has plunged into a new wave of uncertainty after soldiers reportedly seized power and detained President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, even as Catholic Priests from across West Africa appealed for serenity and respect for democratic processes in the tense post-election period.

Bishop Bernadine Francis Mfumbusa. Credit: ACI Africa/AMECEA

SECAM Official Calls for Strong Institutions to Safeguard Democracy in Africa, Weighs In On Tanzania Elections

Nov 26, 2025

African governments must strengthen institutions of governance to prevent political unrest and ensure fair elections on the continent, the President of the Pan African Episcopal Committee for Social Communications (CEPACS) has said.

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Catholic Leaders in Southern Africa Decry Escalating School Attacks, Urge Urgent Action

Nov 26, 2025

The National Catholic Board of Education (NCBE) and the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) Justice and Peace Commission have issued a  joint statement condemning the rising wave of violence affecting schools across South Africa, describing the trend as a “ national moral failure” that demands urgent and coordinated intervention.    

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Catholic Sisters’ Network in Kenya Raises Concern Over Rise in Online Harassment Targeting Religious

Nov 26, 2025

The Communication Network for Catholic Sisters (CNCS) in Kenya has raised concern over the growing trend of women Religious becoming targets of gender-based violence (GBV) on digital media platforms.

Pope Leo XIV boards the plane to depart on the first apostolic journey of his papacy to Turkey and Lebanon from Nov. 27 to Dec. 2, 2025. / Credit: Daniel Ibanez/CNA.

Pope Leo XIV’s Historic First Papal Trip to Turkey and Lebanon

Nov 26, 2025

Pope Leo XIV begins the first apostolic journey of his papacy to Turkey and Lebanon on Nov. 27. Follow here for live updates of his historic trip.

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Catholic Priests in West Africa Call for Calm, Respect for Election Results amid Rising Tensions in Guinea-Bissau

Nov 26, 2025

Members of the Regional Union of the Diocesan Priests of West Africa (RUPWA) have expressed concern about political and social tension in Guinea-Bissau following the country's November 23 Presidential poll, warning of the risk of an escalation that could undermine social peace. 

John Cardinal Onaiyekan. Credit: ACI Africa

“We are not safe”: Cardinal Onaiyekan on Nigeria’s Persistent Insecurity

Nov 26, 2025

John Cardinal Onaiyekan has expressed concern about Nigeria’s deepening insecurity, faulting the government’s inaction and urging a national reawakening.

People of God in Sierra Leone at the newly launched Kush Rehabilitation and Empowerment Centre. Credit: Archdiocese of Freetown Communication Unit

Caritas Freetown Launches Rehabilitation Centre for “kush” Addicts in Sierra Leone

Nov 26, 2025

“Kush Rehabilitation & Empowerment Centre”, an initiative of the development arm of Sierra Leone’s Catholic Archdiocese of Freetown has opened its doors to hundreds of young people eager to heal from drug addiction.