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Catholic Church in Angola
Angola’s Proposed Bill to Regulate Alcohol Sale, Consumption “necessary to correct harmful behaviors”: Catholic Official
The Coordinator of the Environment Department of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) has lauded the proposed Bill that seeks to regulate the sale and consumption of alcohol in Angola.
“I was on a list of people to be eliminated”: Catholic Archbishop in Angola on Persecution for Defending the Marginalize
Archbishop José Manuel Imbamba of the Catholic Archdiocese of Saurimo in Angola has revealed that he was once on a list of people that were targeted for elimination for defending truth and justice.
At Episcopal Anniversary, Angolan Spiritan Archbishop Urged “to be a constant instrument of unity”
Archbishop Gabriel Mbilingi of Angola’s Lubango Catholic Archdiocese has been urged to continue fostering the unity of the people of God as he marks 25 years since he started his Episcopal Ministry.
“Stop serving interests of global policies”: Catholic Archbishop in Angola to African Leaders
Archbishop José Manuel Imbamba of the Catholic Archdiocese of Saurimo in Angola has urged African leaders to reject policies from international communities that discriminate against and impoverish the people of God on the continent.
Catholic Bishops in Angola, São Tomé Initiate Triduum Prayer for Peace in Mozambique, Say Part of “Jubilee Year of Hope
Members of the Bishops' Conference of Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe (CEAST) have launched a three-day prayer initiative for the people of God in Mozambique amid post-election violent conflicts.
Be “ministers of unity in Church, Family”: Apostolic Nuncio in Angola to Newly Ordained Priests, Deacon
The representative of the Holy Father in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe has called upon the 14 Priests and Deacon he ordained on December 14 to foster unity in their ministry among the people of God.
Newly Ordained Priests, Deacons in Angola Cautioned against “temptation of power, money”
Archbishop Luzizila Kiala of the Catholic Archdiocese of Malanje in Angola has urged the two Deacons and Priests he ordained on December 7 to prioritize humility and selfless service in their ministry, avoiding the allure of power and wealth.
Catholic Justice and Peace Commission Official Decries Undermining of “the supreme value” of Human Life in Angola
The sanctity of human life has been trivialized in Angola, the Executive Secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) has said.
“You must not be bought”: Catholic Journalists in Angola Cautioned against Compromising Journalistic Independence
Catholic journalists in Angola have been urged to safeguard their journalistic independence, resisting any monetary influences that would compromise their professionalism.
Pastoral Agents in Angola Told to Ensure Training of Alter Servers Receives the “seriousness it demands”
Archbishop Luzizila Kiala of the Catholic Archdiocese of Malanje has called on pastoral agents in the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo to prioritize the proper formation of altar servers, emphasizing their vital role in ensuring reverent and orderly liturgical celebrations.
Catholic Archbishop in Angola Condemns “inappropriate dances”, Other Abuses in Eucharistic Celebrations
Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola has urged pastoral and liturgical agents to be on the look-out for inappropriate activities during Eucharistic celebrations, and to urgently address abuses and irregular practices especially during Holy Mass in the Archdiocese.
Catholic Official in Angola Advocates for “care for the elderly, children” amid Drought Linked to El Niño Phenomenon
The Executive Secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) is advocating for the care for senior citizens as well as children as Southern Angola grapples with drought linked to the El Niño phenomenon.
Visit of U.S. President Joe Biden is “an excellent opportunity for Angola”: Catholic Archbishop
Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola has described the recent visit of the U.S. President Joe Biden in the southern African country as an important moment for the country, highlighting its potential to strengthen partnerships between the two nations, and advance economic development in key sectors.
“A moment of reflection”: Franciscan Sister on Planned Celebration of Founder’s Death Anniversary in Angola
Members of the Congregation of the Franciscan Hospitaller Sisters of the Immaculate Conception (CONFHIC) in Angola are preparing to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the death of their founder, Blessed Maria Clara of the Child Jesus, with a Jubilee celebration marked by prayer, reflection, and a renewed dedication to their mission.
“Legacy of Blessed James Alberione remains alive”: Pauline Sister in Angola on Founder’s Death Anniversary Celebration
The legacy of Blessed James Alberione continues to inspire the mission of members of the Pious Society of the Daughters of St. Paul (FSP/Pauline Sisters) in Angola, a member of the congregation has told ACI Africa.
Award-Winning Catholic Archbishop in Angola Lauded for Leadership During Turbulence of Oppression and Civil War
At the Eucharistic celebration of Archbishop Zacarias Kamwenho’s 50 years of episcopal ministry, the retired Angolan Church leader has been lauded for defending the Church amid Angola’s various crises while he served as Bishop.
Solemnity of Christ the King: Catholic Youth in Angola Urged to “embody service, love, and commitment to the truth”
On the Solemnity of Christ the King, the patron of Catholic youths in Angola, young people in the Southern African nation have been urged to embrace service, love, and truth in their lives.
Catholic Radio in Angola will not be Compromised by Politicians, Archbishop Says after Huge Government Donation
Radio Ecclesia, the Catholic Radio of Angola, will uphold its mission and values, the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) has said, underscoring the need for the Church in the southwestern African country to free itself from “partisan perspectives.”
Newly Ordained Deacons in Angola Challenged to “speak the language of closeness”
Archbishop Gabriel Mbilingi of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lubango in Angola has challenged the nine Deacons he ordained on November 16 to embrace a ministry that is rooted in “closeness” to the people of God through their availability.
World Day of the Poor: Catholic Official in Angola Urges “concrete actions” for the Poor
On the occasion of the 8th World Day of the Poor marked on Sunday, November 17, the Executive Secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) has called for concrete initiatives in reaching out to the poor in society.
