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Violence in South Sudan during Lent “grieves” Ailing Pope Francis: Apostolic Nuncio
The Apostolic Nuncio in South Sudan has relayed the closeness of Pope Francis with the people of God in the East-Central African nation, noting that the protracted violence in the country continues to cause the ailing Holy Father a lot of pain.
“A new Nigeria is possible”: Catholic Archbishop in Nigeria Calls for Fervent Prayers to End Oppression
All is not lost for Nigeria, where economic hardships, insecurity, corruption, and social divisions have been on the rise, the Archbishop of the country’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has said.
Rwanda’s Catholic Bishops among “school of synodality” Beneficiaries in Training of “true missionaries of synodality”
Catholic Bishops in Rwanda are among the beneficiaries of the five-day training that the country’s “school of Synodality” realized in view of forming “true missionaries of synodality”.
On International Women’s Day, Catholic Archbishop in Zambia Urges Women to “support, advocate for one another”
Archbishop Alick Banda of Zambia’s Catholic Archdiocese of Lusaka has called upon women to foster a culture of supporting each other.
Today, March 10, We Celebrate St. John Ogilvie
March 10 is the liturgical memorial of Saint John Ogilvie, a 16th- and 17th-century Scotsman who converted from Protestantism to Catholicism, served as a Jesuit priest, and died as a martyr at the hands of state officials.
Joy in Nigeria’s Yola Catholic Diocese after Successful “rescue” of Two Priests Abducted from Parish Rectory
Fr. Matthew David Dutsemi and Fr. Abraham Saummam abducted on February 22 from the Catholic Diocese of Yola in Nigeria have been rescued, the Local Ordinary of the Nigerian Diocese has confirmed.
Lenten Season Opportunity to Be “conscious of pain of poverty, scandal of inequality”: Cardinal Brislin, South Africa
The Lenten Season offers an opportunity for the people of God to come to terms with the realities in their respective contexts, including the human challenges such as the inability to meet basic needs and the “scandal of inequality”, South Africa’s Stephen Cardinal Brislin has said.
Franciscan Capuchin Representing Lusophone Africa Appointed Bishop in Guinea Bissau, Pledges to Serve “wholeheartedly”
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Victor Luís Quematcha, the representative of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) in Portuguese Speaking Africa (Lusophone Africa) as Definitor General, as Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bafatá in Guinea-Bissau.
“I count on the grace of the Lord”: Archbishop-elect on Episcopal Appointment for Ivory Coast’s Korhogo Archdiocese
Mons. Armand Koné, who was appointed Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Korhogo in Ivory Coast on March 7 has weighed in on his Episcopal appointment, emphasizing his reliance on God's grace in humility.
Give up candy? Mother Angelica’s Five Tips for Your Lenten Sacrifices
Mother Angelica, the foundress of EWTN, explained that Ash Wednesday is an invitation to consider the end of our lives and orient ourselves toward ultimate realities.
Today, March 9, We Celebrate St. Frances of Rome
St. Frances was born into a noble Roman family in the year 1384. From an early age, Frances felt drawn to the religious life, but at the age of thirteen her parents forced her into marriage.
Catholic Charity Foundation Dedicates 2025 Lenten Campaign to “martyrs of our time”, Christians Under Attack in Africa
The Catholic Charity Foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has launched its 2025 Lenten Campaign dubbed “Martyrs of our time: Witnesses of Hope” to journey with the persecuted Church, including countries in Africa where followers of Jesus Christ suffer because of their faith.
International Women’s Day: UK Catholic Charity Reviews Women Support Initiatives in West Africa, South Sudan
Ahead of International Women’s Day (IWD) marked on March 8, the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) has reviewed its initiatives benefiting women across the globe, including those in West African countries and the East-Central African nation of South Sudan.
Convergence of Lent, Ramadan “moment to exert religious, moral, and spiritual influence on our world”: Nigerian Bishop
The near-simultaneous observance of Ramadan by Muslims and Lent by Catholics presents a unique opportunity to highlight their profound religious, moral, and spiritual significance to the world, Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo of Nigeria’s Oyo Catholic Diocese has said.
“We earnestly pray for his full recovery”: President of Zambia Solicits Citizens’ Spiritual Solidarity with Pope Francis
The President of Zambia has called upon citizens of the Southern African nation to join their counterparts across the globe in offering prayers for Pope Francis, who has been in hospital since February 14 where he is being treated for double pneumonia.
International Women’s Day: 10 Inspiring Quotes from Catholic Female Saints
On International Women’s Day, Christians can look to the wise words of female saints who serve as role models for women around the world.
Today, March 8, We Celebrate St. John of God, Confessor
The Catholic Church celebrates the extraordinary life of St. John of God on March 8. The saint lived through decades of sin and suffering before a profound conversion that led him to embrace poverty, humility and charity.
Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Urge Citizens to “look beyond hardships, draw strength from faith” During Lent
Representatives of Christian leaders in Nigeria under the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) are calling upon citizens in the West African nation to participate in the Lenten Season, engaging in reflection, seeking renewal, and fostering hope amid multiple challenges.
Pope Francis Spends Quiet Night in Hospital, Marks Three Weeks Since Hospitalization: Vatican Updates
Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday, Feb. 14, to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis.
International Women’s Day: Africa’s Catholic Bishops Urge Women to “embrace their God-given potential”
Ahead of the annual event of the International Women’s Day (IWD) marked March 8, Africa’s Catholic Bishops have urged women across the continent to recognize and make good use of the various graces they have received from God to shape their role in families, communities, and society.
