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In Sudan, “vocations are growing! God is at work”, Catholic Bishop Says, Expresses Optimism amid Civil War
There is a noticeable growth in vocations to the Priesthood in Sudan, the Bishop of the country’s Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid has said, testifying about God being “at work” in the Northeastern African nation that is experiencing its worst civil war that has forced millions to flee.
Nigerian Catholic Parish Determined to Remain Charitable after Tragic Stampede at Food Distribution Joint
The deadly stampede during last year’s annual food distribution exercise at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja will not dampen the spirit of the parish in reaching out to the needy, the Priest in charge of the parish has said.
Diversity “should never be a source of division”: Catholic Bishops Appeal for Calm ahead of Benin’s 2026 Elections
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) have appealed for calm ahead for the West African country’s 2026 general elections.
Newly Ordained Priest in Mozambique Cautioned against Seeking “personal glory”, Urged to Be “entirely” for Service
Archbishop Francisco Chimoio has cautioned Fr. Moisés Augusto, the member of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) he ordained a Priest on January 12, against the tendency among a section of Priests to seek “personal glory”.
At Silver Jubilee Pontifical Swiss Guard Foundation, Pope Francis Recognizes Guard’s Patient Service to Vatican Pilgrims
As millions of pilgrims are expected for the jubilee year in Rome, Pope Francis praised the patient service of the Swiss Guard and support for their families.
Catholic Bishops in France Request Criminal Probe into Abuse Claims against Emmaus Founder Abbé Pierre
French bishops request criminal investigation into abuse allegations against Emmaus founder Abbé Pierre following nine new testimonies against the late priest.
Catholic Bishops in Malawi Review Child and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy to Protect Minors from Abuse
The Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) has initiated a review of its Child and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy to strengthen measures aimed at protecting minors and vulnerable adults from abuse in the Southern African nation.
“Heinous act”: Catholic Bishops Condemn Killing of South Sudanese Citizens in Sudan
Catholic Bishops in Sudan and South Sudan have condemned the recent murder of South Sudanese citizens in Sudan, describing the killings as a “heinous act” rooted in hatred and oppression.
Spanish Catholic Bishop Cautions Cape Verdean Migrants against Abandoning Cultural, Spiritual Roots while Abroad
Bishop Fernando García Cadiñanos of the Catholic Diocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol in Spain has urged Catholics in Cape Verde to preserve their cultural and spiritual roots even as many leave their homeland in search of better opportunities abroad.
Christmas is Recognizing Jesus and His Flesh in Vulnerable People: Catholic Missionary in Ethiopia
Christmas celebrations in Ethiopia found members of the Villaregia Missionary Community working with vulnerable women and children in Ethiopian provinces, about eight hours from the community’s base in the Prefecture Apostolic of Robe.
Catholic Church in Nigeria Seeks to Transform Catechesis in U.S. Partnership
Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) have launched an initiative to enhance faith formation by sending a team of six Nigerians to the United States to study advanced methods of catechesis and evangelization.
Cardinal Pizzaballa on Truce Between Israel and Hamas: "It was absolutely necessary"
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa said that in the Holy Land “people are happy because this war has worn us down, exhausted us, and wounded everyone’s lives.”
Appointment of First Female Prefect for Vatican Dicastery a Plus towards Dignity for All: Mozambican Nun
A Mozambican Catholic Nun has welcomed Pope Francis’ appointment of Sr. Simona Brambilla as the first woman to lead the Dicastery for Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, describing the appointment as a tangible step towards recognizing equality and dignity for all the baptized.
“A historical figure”: Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa Hails Retired Archbishop’s Service to the Church
The Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has commended the Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Johannesburg for his commitment to the Church, describing him as “a historical figure” for the entire Church.
Pope Francis Appoints Coadjutor Bishop for Kenya's Meru Catholic Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Jackson Murugara, the Parish Priest of Our Lady of Consolata Shrine in Kenya, and member of the Consolata Missionaries (IMC) as the Coadjutor Bishop of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Meru.
German Catholic Bishop Encourages Nigerians to Foster Works of Mercy, “to put smiles in the faces of the poor”
The recent deadly stampede during food distribution in the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja that claimed the lives of 10 beneficiaries of St. Vincent de Paul Society's food-sharing initiative in the Nigerian Metropolitan See should not discourage Nigerians from engaging in works of mercy.
Pope Francis Suffers Bruised Right Arm after Falling at His Residence: Vatican
Pope Francis’ arm, tied up in a white sling, was visible in photos taken on the morning of Jan. 16 in the apostolic palace during his scheduled audiences.
Rome to Host Ecumenical Vigil during Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
On Jan. 25, the feast of the Conversion of St. Paul, Pope Francis will conclude the week with vespers in St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica at 5:30 p.m. Rome time.
Pope Francis to Give Monthly Bonus to Vatican City Employees with 3 or More Children
At Pope Francis’ personal initiative, Vatican City employees with three or more children will receive a monthly 300-euro bonus and new fathers will get extended paid leave.
Cuba Prisoner Release "a sign of great hope": Vatican Secretary of State
Cardinal Pietro Parolin also commented on Biden’s commutation of death sentences for 37 death row inmates, expressing hope there will be more “gestures of clemency.”
