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Catholic Church in DR Congo
DR Congo’s Catholic Bishops Condemn “despicable” ADF Rebel Attack, Massacres at Catholic Parish
Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have condemned the massacre of innocent civilians following the July 27 attack on Blessed Anuarite Komanda Parish of Bunia Diocese by rebels of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF).
Over 30 Killed, Others Abducted in ADF Rebel Attack on Catholic Parish in DR Congo
More than 30 people have been killed following a July 27 attack on Blessed Anuarite Komanda Parish of Bunia Diocese in Ituri Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebel group suspected of carrying out the assault.
Rebels Attack Parish in DR Congo’s Bunia Catholic Diocese, Destroy Sacred Hosts
The church of St. John Capistran Parish of Bunia Catholic Diocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was desecrated on July 21, when rebels of the Cooperative for the Development of Congo (CODECO) forcefully accessed the building, vandalized the tabernacle, and destroyed sacred hosts.
Cardinal Ambongo Urges Newly Consecrated Bishop in DR Congo To Be “tireless pastor, full of zeal, charity, courage”
Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo has called upon the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Molegbe in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to minister tirelessly, manifesting generosity and bravery.
Parish Church in Lubumbashi Archdiocese, DR Congo, Closed after Desecration, Tabernacle “vandalized”, Hosts Burned
The church of St. Francis of Assisi Luano Parish of Lubumbashi Catholic Archdiocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was desecrated in a June 30 incident, when the desecrators forcefully accessed the building, vandalized the tabernacle, and set on fire hosts, the Vicar General of the Congolese Metropolitan See has confirmed.
Congolese Martyr Beatified on June 15 “highlights precious witness” of Laity, Youths: Pope Leo XIV
Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, the Congolese martyr Beatified in Rome on Sunday, June 15, provides a powerful testament to the invaluable witness of the Laity and youths, Pope Leo XIV has said.
DR Congo’s Bishops Condemn as “reckless, unfounded” Deputy Prime Minister’s Allegations against Catholic Church
Members of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) have condemned recent public remarks made by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Jean-Pierre Bemba, accusing him of making repeated and unjustified attacks against the Catholic Church in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Social Pact for Peace, Harmonious Coexistence “best solution” to DR Congo’s Crises: Catholic Official
The implementation of the proposed Social Pact for Peace and Harmonious Coexistence is the most effective path to resolving the crises bedevilling the people of God in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Director of the Diocesan Commission for Justice and Peace (CDJP) of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Butembo-Beni has said.
“A source of pride”: Catholic Bishop on Upcoming Beatification of DR Congo’s “martyr of honesty, moral integrity”
The planned beatification of the Servant of God Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, acknowledged as “a martyr of honesty and moral integrity”, brings pride to the people of God in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), especially his native Catholic Diocese of Goma, the Local Ordinary has said.
Parish Church in Kisangani Archdiocese, DR Congo, Closed for Reparation after Desecration, Tabernacle “forced open”
The church of St. Joseph the Worker Tshopo Catholic Parish of Kisangani Archdiocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was recently broken into, the tabernacle forcefully opened, and the Blessed Sacrament consumed by the desecrators, the Local Ordinary of the Congolese Metropolitan See has said.
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.
Catholic Bishop in DR Congo Reminisces about Pope Francis’ Powerful Words of Encouragement During Visit
Bishop Melchisedec Sikuli Paluku of the Catholic Diocese of Butembo-Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has remembered the 2023 visit of Pope Francis to the troubled African country, during which the Holy Father lauded the vitality of the Church in the country.
Catholic Bishops in DR Congo Express “spiritual closeness” with Victims of Deadly Floods in Kinshasa
Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have expressed their “spiritual closeness and solidarity” with victims of the recent floods and landslides that struck Kinshasa and surrounding areas, leaving scores dead and causing widespread destruction.
“Kinshasa was torn in two”: Catholic Priest Recounts Devastation of Flooding in DR Congo Capital that Killed over 30
Residents of Kinshasa, the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), are counting losses following the April 5 floods which, according to the account given by a Catholic Priest, tore the city into two.
Amid Sudan, DRC Conflicts, Jesuit Entity, NGOs Caution against “politicizing aid”, Call for “principles of humanity”
In the face of multiple violent conflicts in many countries of the world, including in Sudan and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), officials of the Jesuits Refugee Service (JRS) have joined Non-Governmental organizations (NGOs) to caution against the tendency to politicize aid.
Cardinal Ambongo Expresses Solidarity with Victims of Gang Attack at Community of Religious Sisters in DR Congo
Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo of the Catholic Archdiocese of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has expressed solidarity with members of the Missionary Sisters of Santo Domingo who were attacked by a criminal gang in their community.
“Be careful with the quest for power”: Catholic Bishop of DR Congo’s Goma Diocese to 15 Newly Ordained Priests
Bishop Willy Ngumbi Ngengele of the Catholic Diocese of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has cautioned the 15 Deacons he ordained Priests against the dangers of being obsessed with power, amassing wealth, and engaging in inappropriate relationships.
Catholic University Rector in DRC Appointed to Vatican’s Scientific Council for Ecclesiastical Universities, Faculties
The Rector of the Catholic University of the Congo (UCC) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is among the four members Pope Francis has appointed to the Scientific Council of the Holy See’s Agency for the Evaluation and Promotion of Quality in Ecclesiastical Universities and Faculties (AVEPRO).
Bodies Everywhere, “on the streets, from the lake”, Church Sources Bemoan Daily Killings in DR Congo
Local church sources in Bukavu, a city in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which reportedly fell in the hands of March 23 Movement (M23) rebel forces mid-February have painted a grim picture of the ongoing violence in the region, where they say killings have become a daily norm.
DR Congo’s Catholic Bishops Condemn “violence based on linguistic expression”, Call for National Unity
Members of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) have condemned the reported discrimination against Swahili speakers in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the reported violence.
