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Pope Francis presides over a penitential service at St. Pius V Parish in Rome on March 8, 2024. | Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA

"God never tires of forgiving": Pope Francis Hears Confessions at Roman Parish

Mar 8, 2024

On Friday evening Pope Francis traveled out of the Vatican to hear confessions and preside over a penitential service at St. Pius V Parish in Rome.

Students of Government Junior secondary school Waru Abuja, Nigeria , displaying their sanitary pads provided to them by the Catholic Youth Organization (CYON) Garki Deanery of Abuja Archdiocese. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

Catholic Youths in Nigeria Launch “Pad a Girl Child” Initiative for Vulnerable Girls

Mar 8, 2024

The Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria (CYON) in the Archdiocese of Abuja  is providing basic hygiene products to vulnerable girls in an initiative the Catholic entity has dubbed “Pad a Girl Child”.

Logo of the Africa Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF). Credit: ACPF

Christian Professionals in Africa Hail Women for Strengthening Family Unit

Mar 7, 2024

Christian Professionals in Africa have recognized the “profound impact” of women in society, especially their role in instilling values in their families.

Archbishop Goetbé Edmond Djitangar of Chad’s N’Djamena Archdiocese. Credit: Cloche TV

International Women’s Day: Archbishop in Chad Calls for “respect” for Women

Mar 7, 2024

Ahead of the  annual event of the International Women’s Day (IWD) marked March 8, the Archbishop of Chad’s N’Djamena Archdiocese has called for respect and consideration for women in Church and society.

Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo, President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM). Credit: ACI Africa

“Keep the flame of independence burning”: SECAM President to Ghanaians

Mar 7, 2024

The President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has encouraged the people of God in Ghana to keep the flame of their independence alive for the dignity of all African people.

A poster announcing the March 10 Eucharistic Celebration and a march for peace amid persistent violence in the Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Credit: Br. Adolphe

Congolese Community in Rome Organizes March to St. Peter’s Square for Peace in DRC

Mar 7, 2024

The Congolese Chaplaincy in Rome has announced a Eucharistic Celebration and a march for peace amid persistent violence in the Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

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Religious Leaders in Nigeria Call for Concerted Effort in Fighting Malaria

Mar 7, 2024

Religious leaders under the auspices of the Nigerian Interfaith Action Association (NIFAA) are calling for concerted efforts in generating funds towards fighting malaria in the West African country. 

Fr. Ezekiel Sulley Farouk. Credit: Catholic Trends

Ghanaian Priest Says Hostilities among Christians Pushing “others” away from Church

Mar 7, 2024

The National Chaplain of the Inter-Tertiary Institutions Catholic Charismatic Renewal (ITI-CCR) in Ghana has cautioned against hostile attitudes among some people of God in the West African nation, which he said has pushed others away from the Church.

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Religious Leaders in Kenya Concerned about Protracted Conflicts among Politicians

Mar 6, 2024

A section of religious leaders in Kenya have expressed concern about the recurring public conflicts between Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) and other political leaders.

Alexandre Cardinal do Nascimento, the Archbishop emeritus of Luanda Archdiocese during the thanksgiving Mass marking his 99th birth anniversary. Credit: Luanda Archdiocese

First Cardinal in Angola Lauded for “wisdom, richness of life”

Mar 6, 2024

Alexandre Cardinal do Nascimento, the Archbishop emeritus of Luanda Archdiocese has, on his 99th birth anniversary, been lauded for exercising much wisdom and richness of life in his ministry.

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Newly Inaugurated Laudato Si University in Burundi to “build a prosperous society”: Bishop

Mar 6, 2024

The Bishop of Burundi’s Bururi Diocese is upbeat about the Diocese’s newly inaugurated Laudato Si-Palms University, and hopes that the institution will contribute to the country’s prosperity.

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama handing food items to one of the IDPs who visited him on March 2. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

Nigerians Displaced by Terrorism Seek Catholic Archbishop’s Help to Rebuild Lives

Mar 6, 2024

Catholics residing in pastoral areas created by Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja after they were displaced by Boko Haram Insurgency in the North Eastern part of the country have appealed for support, through the Archbishop, to rebuild their lives.   

A poster announcing UNCCLA formation program. Credit: UNCCLA

Lay Formation Program Hailed for Strengthening Families in Uganda

Mar 6, 2024

The “Listens and Speaks” program of the Uganda National Catholic Council of Lay Apostolate (UNCCLA) has distinguished itself in formation of the laity, as well as the strengthening of Catholic families in the East African country.

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Catholic Bishops in Angola Denounce Heightened Political Activities on Sundays

Mar 5, 2024

Members of the Bishops' Conference of Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe (CEAST) have condemned political parties in Angola for interfering in Sunday worship in the country with the faithful allegedly being forced to take part in party activities in various regions of the country on the day that is meant for Church activities.

Mons. Aurelio Gazzera, coadjutor Bishop-Elect of the Diocese of Bangassou in the Central African Republic (CAR). Credit: ACN

Catholic Bishop-Elect in CAR Pledges to Reach out to Rebels in Search for Peace

Mar 5, 2024

Mons. Aurelio Gazzera, coadjutor Bishop-Elect of the Diocese of Bangassou in the Central African Republic (CAR), has promised to promote dialogue with various rebel groups operating in the country, noting that he seeks to be a “symbol of peace” in his leadership. 

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Christian Professionals in Africa Laud Ghana Lawmakers for Passing Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

Mar 5, 2024

The Africa Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF) has lauded lawmakers in Ghana for voting for the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill 2021.

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama  during Holy Mass at St. Anthony’s Parish, Yangoji of Abuja Archdiocese. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

Jesus “frowns at the needless inflation table in Nigeria”, Says Catholic Archbishop

Mar 5, 2024

Nigeria is weighed down by countless social injustices, the Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has said, noting that Jesus Christ must particularly be unhappy with the country’s soaring inflation and corruption.

Participants during the self-reliance workshop. Credit: Catholic Church News Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe’s Hwange Diocese Embraces Self-Reliance to Tackle Dwindling Donor Funds

Mar 5, 2024

The Catholic Diocese of Hwange in Zimbabwe is working in partnership with Stella Mundi, a commercial entity affiliated with the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishop’s Conference (ZCBC) to foster the Diocese’s self-reliance amid dwindling donor funds.

Archbishop Giovanni Gaspari during pastoral activities in Angola. Credit: Vatican Media

“I will never forget your witness of faith”: Outgoing Apostolic Nuncio in Angola, São Tomé

Mar 5, 2024

Archbishop Giovanni Gaspari , who is leaving Angola and São Tomé & Príncipe after close to four years of diplomatic service, has said the witness of faith of the people of God in the two countries will remain in his heart.

Archbishop Zolile Mpambabi of South Africa’s Bloemfontein Archdiocese. Credit: SACBC

Allow Learners to Rest on Sundays, Catholic Archbishop in South Africa to School Heads

Mar 5, 2024

Sunday is the day of worship and not for schooling, Archbishop Zolile Mpambani of South Africa’s Bloemfontein Archdiocese has said, cautioning school managers against planning for school lessons on the day that he says is also meant for rest.