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Bishop in South Sudan Calls on Government to Reorganize Soldiers, Weed Out Militants
The Catholic Bishop of South Sudan’s Tombura-Yambio has called on the country’s Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (R-TGoNU) to reorganize the army forces under a sole command and control in order to achieve lasting peace in the East-Central African nation.
South Sudan’s Rumbek Diocese Trains Women on Peace and Reconciliation
South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Rumbek in collaboration with peace organizations in the country is realizing a training aimed to equip women in the East-Central African country with reconciliation and mediation skills to enable them prevent conflicts and promote peace in their respective communities.
Catholic Teacher in South Sudan Worried Prolonged Lockdown May Lead to Early Marriages
As schools in South Sudan remain closed in adherence to a fresh lockdown in the East-Central African nation, a Catholic teacher in the country’s Yei Diocese is concerned that the situation exposes school going children to various challenges including early pregnancies and marriages.
South Sudanese Bishop Urges Government “to reverse” Ban on Public Worship
A Catholic Bishop in South Sudan has appealed to the government to reverse a ban on public worship as the East Central African country battles the second wave of COVID-19, saying that people are already overwhelmed.
Bishop in South Sudan Suspends Public Prayers Following Fresh Ban on Social Gatherings
Following South Sudan’s government circular ordering a one-month partial lockdown after a surge in COVID-19 reported cases, the Catholic Bishop of Wau Diocese has directed that all public liturgical celebrations be suspended.
Jesuits, UNHCR Partner to Improve Living Conditions of Deprived Populations in South Sudan
The leadership of the international refugee organization of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) has partnered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to improve the living conditions of deprived populations in South Sudan.
Catholic Schools in Juba, South Sudan Maintain Old Schedule after Change of Time Zone
While South Sudan has officially changed from East African Time (E.A.T.) zone to Central African Time (C.A.T.), the leadership of Catholic Schools in the country’s Metropolitan Archdiocese of Juba has decided to stick to their previous schedule.
South Sudanese Official Lauds Pope Francis for Peace Initiatives, Showing Love
An official in South Sudan’s government has praised the affection of Pope Francis to people of God in the East-Central African nation manifested in his peace initiatives in the country.
South Sudanese Bishop Explains Evangelization Roadmap of First Diocesan Synod
The Bishop of South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has, in an interview with ACI Africa, explained the roadmap toward the implementation of the Diocesan Synod conceived some years ago as a way of caring for the people of God and “building a strong community of Christians” in the South Sudanese Diocese.
Clerics in South Sudan Encouraged to Remain Informed, Revise “Theology and live it”
Catholic Priests in South Sudan have, at the celebration of the Episcopal Ordination of the Bishop of Wau Diocese, been called upon to keep updating their theological knowledge to be effective in their Priestly ministry among the people of God.
Salesian Missionary Establishes Hospital for Vulnerable Population in South Sudan
An Italy-based member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has facilitated the establishment of a gynecology and obstetrics hospital in the Catholic mission of Tonj of South Sudan’s Rumbek Diocese.
South Sudanese Archbishop Opposes Envisaged Adoption of New Time Zone
The South Sudan government has announced plans to change to a new time zone, a move that has been criticized by a Catholic Bishop in the East-Central African country who says that the change will disrupt activities in the country.
South Sudan’s Multiple Crises Cause for Alarm, Catholic Agency Urges Quick Response
Various crises in South Sudan have exposed millions of citizens of the East-Central African nation to a life-threatening situation, a Catholic agency has cautioned, calling for urgent intervention to “avert an impending catastrophe.”
Let Refugees, IDPs Find Peace When They Come Home, South Sudanese Bishop to Politicians
Following random murders of civilians by what authorities have referred to as “unknown gunmen” in South Sudanese villages, a Catholic Bishop has told politicians to make the country peaceful for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and refugees after thet return home.
South Sudanese Diocese Set to Dedicate Feast of Don Bosco to Youth Challenges
As the Church prepares to commemorate the life of St. John Bosco, a priest known for his humility and dedication to helping young boys succeed in life, a Catholic Diocese in South Sudan has chosen to dedicate this year’s January 31 commemoration to the challenges that continue to face young people.
South Sudan’s Wau Diocese Launches Funds Drive Toward Ordination of New Bishop
In order to carry out a successful installation of the new Bishop for South Sudan’s Wau Diocese, a donation exercise has been initiated, spearheaded by a fundraising committee, an official has told ACI Africa over the weekend.
“Act as voice of voiceless in quest for peace": Church Leader in South Sudan Urges
The quest for peace in South Sudan can be achieved when the people of God raise their voices in favor of the “voiceless” in society, the leadership of the Inter-Churches Council (ICC) has said.
Emulate Leaders with Integrity in Society, Clerics Urge Catholic Youth in South Sudan
Young Catholics in South Sudan have, at the inaugural session of the youth spiritual retreat of South Sudan’s Juba Archdiocese, been called upon to pick leadership qualities portrayed by good leaders in the East Central African nation.
Religious Society Seeking Partnerships to Support Flood Victims in Juba, South Sudan
Members of the Society of Missionaries of Mary Immaculate (MMI) ministering in South Sudan’s Archdiocese of Juba are seeking partnerships in view of reaching out to those affected by flooding within Juba township.
“We need to fight tribalism collectively for sake of development”: Cleric in South Sudan
A Catholic Cleric has underscored the need for collective efforts and action to end tribalism in South Sudan saying the vice is the reason behind poverty and underdevelopment.
