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Senegalese Spiritan Priest Appointed National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies in Indian Ocean Region
The pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle has appointed Fr. Moïse Lalty Diatta as the National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies in the Indian Ocean region that encompasses various island nations and territories.
Pursue “diplomacy of hope” in 2025 Jubilee Year: Pope Francis to Diplomats Accredited to the Holy See in Annual Address
Pope Francis delivered his annual “state of the world” address on Thursday, asking ambassadors to pursue a “diplomacy of hope” in the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Apostolic Nuncio in Nigeria Lauds “vibrancy and joy” of Nigerian Immigrants in Countries Abroad
The representative of the Holy Father in Nigeria has commended Nigerian migrants for their significant contribution to the Catholic Church in their host countries, refuting claims that those who travel away from home lose their faith along the way.
Vatican to Host Historic Jordan Exhibition on Christianity’s Origins
The “Jordan: Dawn of Christianity” exhibit will open at the Vatican on Jan. 31 showcasing 90 artifacts.
Catholic Nuns’ Leadership Appeals for “fervent prayers” for Members Kidnapped from Nigeria’s Onitsha Archdiocese
The leadership of the Sisters’ Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Mother of Christ (IHM) is appealing for spiritual solidarity in favour of two of its members, who were reportedly abducted on Tuesday, January 7 from the Catholic Archdiocese of Onitsha in Nigeria.
Arise, “fold your sleeves; let’s build our country”: Cameroon Catholic Bishops’ President to Citizens at Annual Seminar
The President of the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) has called on the people of God in the Central African nation to take personal responsibility in realizing the development of the country.
Pope Francis: Christians Have a Duty to Prevent, Condemn Child Exploitation
Putting a spotlight on the “scourge of child labor,” the Holy Father lamented that there are “too many children forced to work” who are unable to smile or dream.
Kenyan Superior General Urges Newly Professed Nuns to “deepen personal, community prayer” During 2025 Jubilee Year
The Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year gives women Religious an opportunity to “deepen” their communion with God in prayer, both communal and especially personal, the Superior General of the Congregation of the Sisters of Mary of Kakamega (SMK) that is headquartered in Kenya’s Catholic Diocese of Kakamega has said.
Synodality “criterion for efficiency of our pastoral work”: Catholic Bishop in Cameroon at 2025 Annual Bishops’ Seminar
Bishop Sosthène Léopold Bayemi Matjei of the Catholic Diocese of Obala in Cameroon has encouraged the fostering of Synodality in the mission of the Church.
Human Rights Foundation Condemns Attack on Sudanese Church amid Threats to “kill all Christians”
UK-based human rights foundation, Christian Solidarity Worldwide, has condemned the 30 December 2024 attack on a church belonging to the Sudanese Church of Christ (SCOC) in the country’s Gezira State reportedly by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) that left at least 14 people seriously injured.
116-year-old Brazilian Catholic Nun is World’s Oldest Human Being
The oldest human being in the world is Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, a 116-year-old nun from the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul who was born on May 27, 1908.
More Than 500,000 People Pass Through St. Peter’s Holy Door After Christmas Opening
Pope Francis, the first “pilgrim of hope” to cross the Holy Door’s threshold, inaugurated the 2025 Jubilee Year by opening the papal basilica’s door on Dec. 24.
“You have chosen a life of sacrifice”: Catholic Bishop to Women Religious at Perpetual Profession in Kenya
Members of the Missionary Congregation of Evangelizing Sisters of Mary (ESM), who took their perpetual vows as women Religious at their Mother House at Ongata Rongai in Kenya’s Catholic Diocese of Ngong have been reminded of their lifelong choice “of sacrifice”.
Cameroon’s Protracted Anglophone Crisis “progressively coming to an end”: Catholic Bishop
Bishop Michael Miabesue Bibi of Cameroon’s Catholic Diocese of Buea has expressed optimism about the resolution of Cameroon’s Anglophone crisis.
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.
Pope’s Preacher Speaks on His Humanity, Return to Faith, and Being a Bible "expert"
Father Roberto Pasolini, recently appointed as preacher of the Papal Household, opens up about his journey from teenage faith struggles to becoming a Scripture scholar.
Dedicated Co-Cathedral of Cameroon’s Buea Catholic Diocese “fruit of our collective prayers, contributions”: Bishop
The realization of the Divine Mercy Co-Cathedral of the Catholic Diocese of Buea in Cameroon that was dedicated on January 5 is a testament to the collective sacrifices, prayers, and generosity of the people of God, the Local Ordinary has said.
Catholic Church in Ethiopia Enters Christmas Season with Calls for Peace, Closeness with God
Christmas is a moment to get closer to God, Berhaneyesus Demerew Cardinal Souraphiel of Ethiopia’s Catholic Archdiocese of Addis Ababa has said, and exhorted Ethiopians to create an environment where justice and peace prevail.
Let’s Handle Illegal Miners Stuck in South African Disused Mine “in a way that respects their dignity”: Catholic Bishop
The hundreds of illegal miners stuck in a disused mine in Silfontein in South Africa’s North West Province are human beings, whose dignity should be respected, Bishop Sithembele Sipuka has said.
The Star of the Magi Symbolizes the Love of God: Pope Francis on Epiphany
“The star,” Pope Francis said, “speaks to us of that unique light that can show to all people the way to salvation and happiness, namely that of love.”
