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Accompany Prayer for Christian Unity with “concrete gestures”: Catholic Archbishop in Togo
A Catholic Archbishop in Togo has called on followers of Christ to use the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity not only to pray for unity but also to accompany the initiative with concrete gestures of love for one another.
Avoid “playing comedy of omnipotence”: Catholic Archbishop in Togo to Diocesan Priests
The Archbishop of Togo’s Lomé Archdiocese has cautioned Diocesan Priests in the West African nation against the tendency to show off as all-powerful in the process of giving people assurance about God in what he termed “playing the comedy of omnipotence”.
Catholic Bishops in Togo Concerned about Recent “series of arrests” by Government
Catholic Bishops in Togo have, in a collective statement, expressed concerns about the recent “series of arrests” by the government of the West African nation, and called for the release of those detained.
On Human Rights Day, Salesians Highlight Programs Fostering Insight into Youth Rights
On the annual Human Rights Day marked December 10, members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have highlighted their programs with young people across the world, including Africa, focusing on initiatives that help the youth understand their rights.
Bishops in Togo Fault Government Directive on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate
Catholic Bishops in the West African nation of Togo have faulted the move by the government requiring that anyone accessing places of worship shows his or her COVID-19 vaccine certificate.
On International Day for Poverty Eradication, Salesians Focus on Youth in Rwanda, Togo
On the occasion of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty marked Sunday, October 17, members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have highlighted their programs seeking to empower young people in needy situations, including Rwanda and Togo.
Catholic Journalists in Africa Urged to “consolidate resources to help in evangelization”
The leadership of the Union of the African Catholic Press (UCAP) is encouraging Catholic Journalists in Africa to “consolidate resources” that can foster the Church’s mission of evangelization.
Closure of Places of Worship “ignores psychological, spiritual realities”: Bishops in Togo
A recent decision to close places of worship amid a surge in COVID-19 cases in Togo did not take into consideration psychological, social and spiritual realities, Catholic Bishops in the West African nation have said.
Catholic Bishops in Togo Call for Hope amid Citizens’ Difficulty “to meet basic needs”
Catholic Bishops in Togo have, in a collective statement, encouraged the faithful in the West African nation to “remain hopeful” amid suffering characterized with difficulty, on the part of ordinary citizens, “to meet their basic needs.”
Salesian Missionaries Offering Education to Togolese Youth at Risk of Social Exclusion
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) are offering education to at least 183 Togolese youth who are at risk of social exclusion.
Catholic Bishops in Benin Call for Respect of Human Dignity amid Surge in Ritual Crimes
Catholic Bishops in Benin are calling on the people of God in the West African nation to uphold human dignity amid an increase in reported cases of ritual crimes that have resulted in mob justice.
New Nuncio to Benin, Togo Consecrated a Bishop
The episcopal consecration of Archbishop Mark Miles, who was appointed apostolic nuncio to Benin and Togo earlier this year, was held in Gibraltar on Sunday.
Apostolic Nuncio in Benin to Represent Holy Father in Neighboring Togo
Pope Francis has appointed his representative in Benin, Archbishop Mark Gerard Miles, as his representative in the neighboring West African nation of Togo.
To Address COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns in Togo, “give appropriate information”: Bishops
Catholic Bishops in Togo have, in a collective statement, asked the government to work toward dispelling concerns among citizens regarding COVID-19 vaccine.
Togolese Prelate Awarded Literature Prize, Says He Uses Art as “means of evangelization”
The Archbishop who was awarded the Togolese Grand Prize for Literature 2020 last weekend has, in an October 29 interview. Described art as “a way of being,” which he uses to share the good news of the Kingdom of God.
Hundreds in Togo’s Lomé Archdiocese Get COVID-19 Relief Items from Salesians’ Charity
Close to 500 residents of Togo’s Archdiocese of Lomé have received COVID-19 prevention materials and food kits whose purchase was facilitated by Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB).
Togolese Bishops Urge Government to Authorize Public Worship Resumption in “all places”
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Togo (CET) have called on the government of the West African nation to authorize the resumption of public worship in the country amid COVID-19 precautionary measures.
Priests Called to “defend oppressed, re-establish justice”: Prelate in Togo at Chrism Mass
At the celebration of the previously postponed Chrism Mass in Togo's Archdiocese of Lomé Tuesday, September 8, the presiding Prelate has underscored the need for Clerics to rediscover the value of their ministerial Priesthood by paying attention to the plight of the deprived in society and working toward re-establishing social justice.
Online Videos Featuring Students “a sad illustration of the moral crisis”: Bishops in Togo
Catholic Church leaders in Togo have, in a collective statement, expressed their concerns about the state of morality in their country, questioning the role of teachers and parents in the upbringing of children in the West African nation.
Catholic Leaders in Togo Announce Resumption of Public Mass in Select Parishes
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Togo (CET) have, in a collective statement, announced the resumption of public worship in select parishes across the country in a bid to minimize the risk of COVID-19 infections.
