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Summer School at Vatican Observatory Offers Unique Opportunity for Young Scientists
The Vatican Observatory’s summer school, known as “Specola,” has already selected students for its next edition in June.
‘It was my duty" to Be There: Catholic Priest at Crash Site of Deadly Midair Plane Collision in Washington, DC
After the tragic plane crash in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night, Father Frederick Edlefsen made his way to the scene “to be present” with the grieving families.
The Little-known Story of When the Masons Tried to Kill Don Bosco
History notes how much the Freemasons hated St. John Bosco — whose feast the Church celebrates Jan. 31 — but less is known about their attempts to kill him.
Today, January 31, we celebrate St. John Bosco, patron saint of young people
On Jan. 31, the Roman Catholic Church honors St. John Bosco (or “Don Bosco”), a 19th century Italian priest who reached out to young people to remedy their lack of education, opportunities, and faith.
As Fighting Rages on in Eastern DR Congo, UK Catholic Charity Steps Up Humanitarian Response
Amid the escalation of violence, the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) has scaled up humanitarian response in Goma, a city in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) where violence has resulted in a humanitarian crisis.
There’s No Justification for Angolans’ “cycle of poverty, misery”: Catholic Bishop Cautions Politicians against Egoism
Angola, the Southern African nation that is endowed with natural resources, should not be having any of its citizens reeling in poverty and misery as, unfortunately, it is the case, the Catholic Bishop of the country’s Caxito Diocese has told ACI Africa.
Young Catholics in Ghana Cautioned against Enticing Invitations to Join Freemasonry
Catholic youths in Ghana have been urged to embrace their “true purpose in Christ” and to reject the growing trend in the West African country to entice young people to join Freemasonry.
Catholic Bishops in Ivory Coast Urge Politicians to Revive Hope ahead of General Elections
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Ivory Coast (CECCI) have called on the country’s politicians to focus on unity and peace ahead of the country’s presidential elections scheduled for October this year.
Pope Francis Calls for End to Violence in DR Congo, Appeals for Protection of Civilians
Pope Francis has expressed concern about the deteriorating security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urgent measures to protect civilians, particularly in the cities of Goma and Kinshasa.
Apostolic Nuncio in Sierra Leone Urges Christians to Embrace Transformative Power of God’s Word
The representative of the Holy Father in Sierra Leone has called on Catholics to place the Word of God at the center of their lives, emphasizing its power to reveal God’s closeness and to inspire active engagement in addressing human suffering.
Pope Francis Expresses "spiritual closeness" after Deadly Washington, DC Plane Crash
The pope sent a personal message to President Donald Trump on Jan. 30 as search efforts continued in and around the Potomac River where the aircraft crashed.
Today we celebrate St. Hyacintha of Mariscotti
Born of a noble family near Viterbo (Italy,) Hyacintha entered a local convent of sisters who followed the Third Order Rule. However, she supplied herself with enough food, clothing and other goods to live a very comfortable life amid these sisters who had pledged to mortification.
Catholic Communicators “must” Align with the Truth, Bishop in Angola Says, Advocates for Constructive Journalism
Catholic communicators and media practitioners have the duty to seek the Truth in their effort to gather and distribute information, the Local Ordinary of Angola’s Catholic Diocese of Caxito has said.
Catholic Bishops Condole with Families of South African Soldiers Killed in DR Congo
Members of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) have expressed their closeness with families of soldiers who lost their lives in the ongoing violence in Goma, a city in the Eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Church in Angola Concludes Week of Prayer for Christian Unity with Calls for Visible Efforts Towards Togetherness
Bishop Joaquim Nhanganga Tyombe of the Catholic Diocese of Uije has underscored the importance of unity in faith, witness, and good works for Christian life.
Catholic Bishops in Malawi to Deliberate on Breakdown of Marriages in Ongoing Plenary
On the list of issues that Catholic Bishops taking part in the Plenary Assembly of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) are deliberating upon, is the worrying trend of breakdown of marriages in the southern African country.
Ask for the Grace "to listen more than we speak": Pope Francis at Wednesday Audience
Reflecting on the Gospel of St. Matthew, the Holy Father said people can learn from the righteous St. Joseph, who was always attentive to the will of God.
Visionary Laywoman Who Was Friend of Padre Pio Declared Venerable
The Vatican has issued a decree recognizing the heroic virtues of Servant of God Luigina Sinapi, declaring her “venerable.”
Catholic Charities Urge U.S. President Trump Administration to "rethink" Freeze on NGO Funding
The president of Catholic Charities USA has urged the Trump administration to “rethink” its pause on federal funding for executive departments.
Today, January 29, we celebrate St. Gildas the Wise
St. Gildas was probably born around 517 in the North of England or Wales. His father's name was Cau (or Nau) and, came from noble lineage, and he most likely had several brothers and sisters. There is writing which suggests that one of his brothers, Cuil (or Hueil), was killed by King Arthur (who died in 537 AD), and it also appears that Gildas may have forgiven Arthur for this.
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