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At Diocesan Pastoral Week in Angola, Catholic Bishop Urges Constructive Criticisms “even if they concern the Bishop”
Bishop Belmiro Cuica Chissengueti of the Catholic Diocese of Cabinda in Angola has encouraged pastoral agents in his Episcopal See to actively participate in the ongoing Diocesan Pastoral Week.
Ahead of Independence Day, Catholic Bishop Urges South Sudanese to Commit to Peace in Daily Acts, “not abstract idea”
As South Sudan, the world’s newest nation, prepares to celebrate its 14th Independence Day on Wednesday, July 9, a Catholic Bishop is urging the people of God in the in the East African nation to commit themselves to peace in their daily acts and actions.
14 Nigerian Catholic Priests Commissioned to Europe, U.S. Urged to Keep Joy, Remain Humble, Spiritually Responsible
John Cardinal Onaiyekan has called upon the 14 Nigerian Catholic Priests, who have been commissioned to Europe and the U.S. to minister with joy, to remain humble, and to foster spiritual responsibility.
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.
Suicide of 35-Year-Old Italian Catholic Priest Underscores Priests’ Humanity: Testimonies, Reflections
The Catholic Church was profoundly shocked by the news of the death of Father Matteo Balzano, a 35-year-old priest who took his own life on July 5.
Catholic Archbishops in Mozambique Urge Newly Ordained Priests to Stive for Holiness as “pilgrims of hope”
Newly ordained Catholic Priests in two Mozambican Metropolitan Sees have been urged to strive for holiness in their Priestly ministries as “pilgrims of hope”.
Let’s “persistently pray” for Vocations, Catholic Archbishop in Angola Appeals, Laments Dearth of Missionaries
Archbishop Luzizila Kiala of the Catholic Archdiocese of Malanje is concerned about the shortage of missionaries in his Metropolitan See.
Massacres Denounced at Christmas “have only worsened”: Chad’s Catholic Bishops Say “ready” to Facilitate Reconciliation
The indiscriminate and brutal killings in Chad, which the country’s Catholic Bishops denounced in their 2024 Christmas message have not been stopped, they have said.
“No one is insignificant”: Catholic Bishop Calls for Inclusion of Kenya’s Youths in Nation Building
There is the need to include Kenya’s youths in national activities and decision-making processes as their involvement in nation building is essential, the Vice Chairman of the Commission for Youth Apostolate of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has said.
“It was horrible”: Catholic Priest in Nigeria Recounts June 13 Deadly Attack in Benue State, Appeals for Security Action
Three weeks after the deadly attack on the community of St. Joseph’s Yelwata Catholic Parish of Makurdi Catholic Diocese in Nigeria’s Benue State, the Parish Priest, Fr. Jonathan Ukum, has described the events of the day, describing them as “horrible”.
Pope Leo XIV Given Two Electric, Eco-friendly "popemobiles" for International Travels
Pope Leo XIV has been given two electric vehicles that can be transported by air and will accompany him on his international travels.
Incorrupt Body of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati To Be in Rome for July 26 – August 4 Youth Jubilee
The coffin holding the incorrupt body of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati will be in Rome for veneration during the Jubilee of Youth July 26 through Aug. 4.
Vatican Announces Pope Leo XIV’s Public Mass Schedule for August and September
The Vatican has announced Pope Leo XIV’s public Mass schedule for August and September, following his current stay through July 20 at Castel Gandolfo.
German-born OFM Priest, Award-winning Environmentalist in Kenya, To Be Laid to Rest Thursday, July 10
Fr. Hermann Borg, a German-born member of the Order of Friars Minor (OFM), who for over four decades was actively involved in environmental conservation through tree-planting initiatives in Kenya is to be laid to rest at the Franciscan Friary of Lower Subukia cemetery in the premises of Subukia National Marian Shrine.
Pope Leo XIV Arrives in Castel Gandolfo for Summer Vacation
Pope Leo XIV was welcomed by wellwishers upon his arrival to his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, on Sunday.
Enough of Ignoring “those on the front line of climate collapse”: SECAM President on Joint Call for “climate justice”
The President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has lamented the ignoring of the pleas of those bearing the brunt of injustices against creation.
Bishop Kamomoe, Nairobi Auxiliary, Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Kenya’s Wote Catholic Diocese
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Simon Peter Kamomoe, one of the Auxiliary Bishops of the Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) in Kenya, Auxiliary Bishop of the country’s Wote Catholic Diocese.
Serving the Lord “is a great thing”: 87-Year-Old Nigerian Catholic Reflects on Eucharistic Devotion, Faithful Service
Sir Lawrence Abu Moses Braimah, 87, has testimonies of unwavering faith, Eucharistic devotion, and decades of committed service to the Church.
Pope Leo XIV Appoints New President to Lead Vatican’s Child Safeguarding Commission
The prelate succeeds U.S.-born Cardinal Seán O’Malley, 81, the founding president of the safeguarding commission established by Pope Francis in 2014.
Pilgrimages "vital" for Christians' ife of Faith: Pope Leo XIV
The Holy Father invited a large group of teachers and young people from Denmark, England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales to the Vatican on Saturday.
