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“Careful not to set a fire”: Catholic Bishop Expresses Commitment by Christians, Muslims to Peace in CAR
Efforts to end the many years of conflict between Christians and Muslims in the Central African Republic (CAR) are starting to bear fruit, the Coadjutor Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bangassou has said, noting that each of these groups is careful not to be the cause of any fighting.
Today, April 15, We Celebrate St. Hunna
Known as "the Holy Washerwoman", St. Hunna was a 7th century noblewoman who cared for and bathed the poor of Strasbourg, France.
“This must end”: U.S. Congressman “appalled” by Threats to Detain, “harm” Bishop Anagbe of Makurdi Diocese in Nigeria
Reported “acts of intimidation” against Bishop Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe of the Catholic Diocese of Makurdi in Nigeria taking the form of threats to arrest or harm him are appalling, the Congressman representing New Jersey’s 4th District in the U.S., Christopher Henry Smith (Rep. Chris Smith), has said.
Catholic Bishops in Southern Africa Mulling Over Embracing “Sangoma” as More Youths, Whites Become Traditional Healers
As more young people become spiritual healers in Southern Africa, where they are also referred to as “Sangoma”, Catholic Bishops in the three-nation regional Conference are mulling over the idea to fully embrace them in the Church and even allow them to receive Holy Communion.
IMBISA Justice and Peace Coordinators Resolve to “vigorously” Pursue Ecumenical, Interfaith Strategic Partnerships
Coordinators of Justice and Peace Commissions in the member Catholic Bishops’ Conferences of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) have resolved to “vigorously” pursue strategic partnerships that can contribute to the realization of “lasting peace” in their nine countries.
Palm Sunday Allure Shouldn’t Blind Us to “grim realities” of Jesus’ Crucifixion, Persecution in Nigeria: Catholic Bishop
The allure of Palm Sunday that celebrates the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into the city of Jerusalem should not blind Christians to the events of the Holy Week that include Jesus’ experience on Good Friday that mirror the persecution of the innocent in Nigeria, Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo of the country’s Oyo Catholic Diocese has said.
Nearly 20,000 Celebrate Palm Sunday in Iraq’s "City of Hosanna": Photos
Thousands of Christians gathered in Qaraqosh, Iraq, to welcome Christ as king and prince of peace as Holy Week began for Christians throughout the world.
Catholic Values “serve as my compass in leadership”: Nigeria’s Senate President
The President of the Nigerian Senate has attributed his leadership style and political journey to the moral foundation laid by his Catholic upbringing.
Today, April 14, We Celebrate St. Peter Gonzalez
Public humiliation led Peter Gonzalez to a true conversion experience and set him on the road to sainthood.
Catholic Priests in Nigeria Concerned about Safety of Bishop Anagbe of Makurdi Diocese after Speaking “truth to power”
Members of the Nigeria Catholic Diocesan Priests' Association (NCDPA) have expressed “grave concern over” the safety of Bishop Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Makurdi following his abroad speeches on Christian persecution in Africa’s most populous nation.
Ongoing 2025 Jubilee Year Should Inspire “hope, transformation” in Learners: Superior of Religious Order in Angola
The ongoing Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year should inspire “hope and transformation” in learners in Angola-based schools under the auspices of the Poor Servants of Divine Providence (PSDP), the Provincial Superior of the Religious Congregation also known as Calabrians in Angola has said.
Pope Francis Transfers Cameroonian-born Nigerian Apostolic Nuncio in Sri Lanka to Ethiopia
Pope Francis has transferred Cameroonian-born Archbishop Brian Udaigwe, who has been serving as Apostolic Nuncio in Sri Lanka to Ethiopia.
In Another Surprise Public Appearance, Pope Francis Greets Pilgrims at Palm Sunday Holy Mass in St. Peter's Square
Marking another in a series of recent surprise public appearances, Pope Francis on Sunday briefly greeted thousands of pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square to celebrate Palm Sunday.
Vatican Updates Rules for Mass Intentions, Permits Collective Offerings under Strict Conditions
Pope Francis approved the document — published so far only in Italian — on Palm Sunday, April 13. It will take effect on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Today, April 13, We Celebrate Pope St. Martin I
Catholics celebrate the memory of Pope St. Martin I on April 13. The saint suffered exile and humiliation for his defense of orthodoxy in a dispute over the relationship between Christ's human and divine natures.
“We all deserve to live in peace, prosperity”: Christian Youths amid Rising Tension in South Sudan
Amid escalating political tensions and the fears of renewed armed violence in South Sudan, Christian youths in the East-Central African nation have called for calm, unity, and peaceful coexistence.
“A disgrace”: Cardinal Onaiyekan in Nigeria Decries Neglect of Elderly, Urges National Rebirth ahead of Easter
John Cardinal Onaiyekan has faulted the Nigerian government for failing to care for the elderly, saying that senior citizens are suffering neglect, abandonment, and poverty in a country they once helped to build.
“God desires our joy, peace, happiness”: Catholic Bishop in Angola Advocates for Reconciliation for Lasting Peace
Bishop Maurício Agostinho Camuto of the Catholic Diocese of Caxito in Angola has urged Christians to foster reconciliation if lasting peace is to be realized.
Catholic Media Practitioners in Ivory Coast Challenged to Be “sowers of truth, hope”
Catholic media practitioners in Ivory Coast have been challenged to foster peace, truth, and reconciliation in their communication apostolate and to engage with their respective audiences in messages of hope.
Pope Francis Makes Prayerful Pilgrimage to Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome ahead of Holy Week
The pontiff's participation in upcoming Easter ceremonies remains uncertain as he gradually returns to public activities.
