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Priesthood “neither cultural association nor labour union”: Catholic Archbishop to Newly Ordained Priests in Angola
Priestly ordination and ministry is about participating in the mission of the person of Jesus Christ and therefore distinguished from human associations and other earthly groupings, Archbishop Gabriel Mbilingi of Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Lubango has said.
“Africa urgently needs peace”: RECOWA President at Opening Ceremony of Plenary Assembly in Senegal
The President of the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA) has underscored the urgent need for peace and stability in Africa amid reported cases of instability and persistent security challenges across the continent.
Argentine Priest in Angola Recalls His Friendship with Late Pope Francis, Eulogizes Him as “focused, determined”
Fr. Roberto Moçante, a compatriot of the late Pope Francis, has fond memories of his longtime friendship with the late Pontiff, then 13-year-old Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
Pastoral Agents in Nigeria Say National Reconciliation “the best way to honour Pope Francis”
Restoring harmony and unity across the West African nation of Nigeria would be “the best way” to show respect to the life and mission of the late Pope Francis, various pastoral agents in the country that is Africa’s most populous nation have told ACI Africa.
Late Pope Francis' Gift of Popemobile to Gaza Converted into Ambulance, Mobile Clinic to Assist Children
Before his death, Pope Francis donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile clinic to assist children in Gaza, one of the communities hardest hit by the war and humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.
“Horrific, evil attack” on Secretary General of Tanzania’s Catholic Bishops “deeply” Saddening: Conference President
The April 30 attack and injury of the Secretary General of the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), Fr. Charles Kitima, is “deeply” saddening, the leadership of the East African nation’s Conference of Catholic Bishops has said.
Seven Franciscan Capuchins in Nigeria Die in Road Accident, Leadership Appeals for Spiritual Solidarity
Members of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) in Nigeria are appealing for prayers following a road accident that claimed the lives of seven of their brothers and left several others injured.
Papal Foundation’s Annual Grant Distribution to Honor the Legacy of Pope Francis
Following the death of Pope Francis last month, the Papal Foundation’s annual distribution of humanitarian aid will be in memory of the Holy Father’s legacy, the organization said in a press release.
Late Pope Francis and Africa: The 10 Countries He Visited in Five Pastoral Trips
Since his election in March 2013, Pope Francis prioritized the promotion of peace, an outreach to marginalized communities, including advocacy for the dignity of the poor, migrants, refugees, and the elderly, and the fostering of interfaith dialogue, and social justice, among other values.
Nigeria’s Catholic Theologians Propose “critical religious literacy” to Address Country’s “complex religious landscape”
Members of the Catholic Theological Association of Nigeria (CATHAN) have emphasized the need to foster literacy in matters religion among the people of God in the West African country, where they say faith practice is “complex”.
“We can’t serve Jesus Christ in church, and devil outside”: Cardinal Condemns Corruption, Injustice Rise in Madagascar
The people of Madagascar are grappling with drought, poor infrastructure, overpopulation, poverty, and insecurity due to the reported rise in corruption and social injustice, Désiré Cardinal Tsarahazana of the Island nation has told the Catholic charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International.
Four Unforgettable Attributes Late Pope Francis Saw in the Church in DR Congo
At the heart of the civil strife in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) lies a treasure that Pope Francis helped Africa to see: the true image of Jesus.
Late Pope Francis “made himself a Good Samaritan”, Catholic Bishop in Eswatini Says Late Pontiff Inspired Compassion
Bishop José Luís Gerardo Ponce de León of the Catholic Diocese of Manzini in the Kingdom of Eswatini has eulogized the late Pope Francis as one who was close to the suffering, including migrants and refugees, and exemplified the spirit of the Good Samaritan recounted in Luke’s Gospel.
Diplomats in Nigeria Eulogize Pope Francis as “a leader for truth, peace, equality”
Members of the diplomatic corps in Nigeria have paid glowing tribute to Pope Francis, who was laid to rest on April 26, describing the late Pontiff as a global beacon of peace, truth, humility, and justice.
"Unity is not made by Pope”: Morocco-based Cardinal Elector Weighs In On New Papacy and Unity, Emphasizes Collaboration
Just days before the conclave begins, Spanish Cardinal Cristobal López Romero, Archbishop of Rabat (Morocco), assured ACI Prensa that unity in the Catholic Church depends not only on the Pope, but on all Catholics.
At Perpetual Profession of Pauline Sisters in Kenya, Catholic Bishop Cautions against Attachment to “material things”
Members of Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life (ICLSAL) need to detach themselves from “material things”, Bishop Peter Munguti Makau of Kenya’s Isiolo Catholic Diocese has said.
Catholic Theologians in Nigeria Pledge to Uphold Late Pope Francis’ Theological, Pastoral Legacy with “renewed zeal”
Members of the Catholic Theological Association of Nigeria (CATHAN) have pledged to uphold the “theological and pastoral legacy” of the late Pope Francis, who was laid to rest on April 26.
“A Personal loss”: First Bishop Late Pope Francis Appointed in Africa Eulogizes, Recalls Encounters with Late Pontiff
The passing on Easter Monday, April 21 of Pope Francis is a great personal loss, Bishop Godfrey Igwebuike Onah of Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Nsukka has said.
“He was a real spiritual Father”: Cardinal in Mauritius Reflects on Pope Francis’ Legacy of Humility, Unity
Maurice Cardinal Piat of Mauritius has eulogized the late Pope Francis as a true spiritual Father and a guiding light for the Church’s mission to the poor and marginalized.
11 Powerful Quotes from Pope Francis about St. Joseph and His "father’s heart"
On the feast of St. Joseph the Worker (May 1), here are some of the most beautiful and powerful quotes from Pope Francis’ document of personal reflections on St. Joseph.
