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During his Angelus address on Jan. 19, 2025, at the Vatican, Pope Francis thanked those who mediated the latest cease-fire in Gaza and expressed his hope that all hostages “may finally return home and embrace their loved ones” and for the opening of humanitarian corridors into Gaza. / Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis Thanks Mediators for Brokering Latest Cease-fire Deal in Gaza  

Jan 19, 2025

By Kristina Millare

During his Angelus address, the Holy Father also expressed his hope that all hostages “may finally return home and embrace their loved ones” and for the opening of humanitarian corridors into Gaza.    

Pope Francis addresses pilgrims gathered for Mass on the solemnity of the Epiphany on Jan. 6, 2025, in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican. / Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA

"Disgrace": Pope Francis Condemns Mass Deportation Plans under Donald Trump, Appoints Woman to Lead Vatican Governorate

Jan 19, 2025

By AC Wimmer

“If this is true it is a disgrace because it makes the poor unfortunate who have nothing pay the price of imbalance. This is not how things are solved,” the pope said on Italian TV.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: Catholic Official in Angola Calls for Dialogue to Build Peace

Jan 19, 2025

By João Vissesse

The Coordinator of Ecumenical Pastoral Ministry in Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda has called for unity, dialogue, reconciliation, and peace among Christians at the start of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in the Southern African nation.

Today, January 19, We Celebrate St. Canutus, King of Denmark

Jan 19, 2025

Saint Canutus, King of Denmark,  succeeded his elder brother Harold on the throne of Denmark in the year 1080. He began his reign by a successful war against the enemies of the state, and by planting the faith in the conquered provinces.

Bishop Yunan Tombe Trille Kuku Andali of the Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid in Sudan. Credit: ACN

In Sudan, “vocations are growing! God is at work”, Catholic Bishop Says, Expresses Optimism amid Civil War

Jan 18, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

There is a noticeable growth in vocations to the Priesthood in Sudan, the Bishop of the country’s Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid has said, testifying about God being “at work” in the Northeastern African nation that is experiencing its worst civil war that has forced millions to flee.

Fr. Moses Jimbili. Credit: ACI Africa

Nigerian Catholic Parish Determined to Remain Charitable after Tragic Stampede at Food Distribution Joint

Jan 18, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

The deadly stampede during last year’s annual food distribution exercise at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja will not dampen the spirit of the parish in reaching out to the needy, the Priest in charge of the parish has said.

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB). Credit: CEB

Diversity “should never be a source of division”: Catholic Bishops Appeal for Calm ahead of Benin’s 2026 Elections

Jan 18, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) have appealed for calm ahead for the West African country’s 2026 general elections.

Archbishop Francisco Chimoio

Newly Ordained Priest in Mozambique Cautioned against Seeking “personal glory”, Urged to Be “entirely” for Service

Jan 18, 2025

By João Vissesse

Archbishop Francisco Chimoio has cautioned Fr. Moisés Augusto, the member of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) he ordained a Priest on January 12, against the tendency among a section of Priests to seek “personal glory”.

Pope Francis greets new Swiss Guards as they prepare to be sworn in on May 6, 2024, at the Vatican. / Credit: Vatican Media

At Silver Jubilee Pontifical Swiss Guard Foundation, Pope Francis Recognizes Guard’s Patient Service to Vatican Pilgrims

Jan 18, 2025

By AC Wimmer

As millions of pilgrims are expected for the jubilee year in Rome, Pope Francis praised the patient service of the Swiss Guard and support for their families.

Abbé Pierre, born Henri Marie Joseph Grouès in 1912, was a prominent French Catholic priest. He died in 2007. Allegations of sexual abuse were first publicly reported in 2024. / Credit: Studio Harcourt Paris/Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)

Catholic Bishops in France Request Criminal Probe into Abuse Claims against Emmaus Founder Abbé Pierre

Jan 18, 2025

By AC Wimmer

French bishops request criminal investigation into abuse allegations against Emmaus founder Abbé Pierre following nine new testimonies against the late priest.

Today, January 18, We Celebrate St. Charles of Sezze

Jan 18, 2025

Saint Charles was born John Charles Marchioni in Sezze, Italy on October 19, 1613.  His family was extremely pious. They lived in a rural area and as a child Saint Charles worked as a shepherd.  

Stephen Ameyu Martin Cardinal Mulla, the President of the Sudan and South Sudan Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SSS-CBC). Credit: CRN

“Heinous act”: Catholic Bishops Condemn Killing of South Sudanese Citizens in Sudan

Jan 17, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

Catholic Bishops in Sudan and South Sudan have condemned the recent murder of South Sudanese citizens in Sudan, describing the killings as a “heinous act” rooted in hatred and oppression. 

Bishop Fernando García Cadiñanos of the Catholic Diocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol in Spain. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Santiago

Spanish Catholic Bishop Cautions Cape Verdean Migrants against Abandoning Cultural, Spiritual Roots while Abroad

Jan 17, 2025

By João Vissesse

Bishop Fernando García Cadiñanos of the Catholic Diocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol in Spain has urged Catholics in Cape Verde to preserve their cultural and spiritual roots even as many leave their homeland in search of better opportunities abroad.

Credit: Agenzia Fides

Christmas is Recognizing Jesus and His Flesh in Vulnerable People: Catholic Missionary in Ethiopia

Jan 17, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

Christmas celebrations in Ethiopia found members of the Villaregia Missionary Community working with vulnerable women and children in Ethiopian provinces, about eight hours from the community’s base in the Prefecture Apostolic of Robe.

The team of six Nigerians sent to the United States by CBCN in a group photograph with the CBCN president Archbishop Lucius Ugorji. Credit: ACI Africa

Catholic Church in Nigeria Seeks to Transform Catechesis in U.S. Partnership

Jan 17, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) have launched an initiative to enhance faith formation by sending a team of six Nigerians to the United States to study advanced methods of catechesis and evangelization. 

Pope Francis’ arm, tied up in a white sling, was visible in photos taken on the morning of Jan. 16, in the apostolic palace, during his scheduled audiences. / Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis’ Health: Here’s a Timeline of His Medical Issues in Recent Years

Jan 17, 2025

By CNA Staff

The pope, who turned 88 last month, has faced a few health challenges in recent months, including a fall requiring his arm to be placed in a sling.

The Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, speaks with Father Gabriel Romanelli, pastor of Holy Family Church, during his December 2024 visit to Gaza. / Credit: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem

Cardinal Pizzaballa on Truce Between Israel and Hamas: "It was absolutely necessary"

Jan 17, 2025

By Nicolás de Cárdenas

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa said that in the Holy Land “people are happy because this war has worn us down, exhausted us, and wounded everyone’s lives.”

Today, January 17, We Celebrate St. Anthony of Egypt

Jan 17, 2025

On his Jan. 17 feast day, both Eastern and Western Catholics celebrate the life and legacy of St. Anthony of Egypt, the founder of Christian monasticism whose radical approach to discipleship permanently impacted the Church.

Appointment of First Female Prefect for Vatican Dicastery a Plus towards Dignity for All: Mozambican Nun

Jan 16, 2025

By João Vissesse

A Mozambican Catholic Nun has welcomed Pope Francis’ appointment of Sr. Simona Brambilla as the first woman to lead the Dicastery for Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, describing the appointment as a tangible step towards recognizing equality and dignity for all the baptized.

The Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa, Archbishop Henryk Mieczysław Jagodziński during the farewell Mass of Archbishop Buti Joseph Tlhagale. Credit: SACBC

“A historical figure”: Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa Hails Retired Archbishop’s Service to the Church

Jan 16, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

The Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has commended the Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Johannesburg for his commitment to the Church, describing him as “a historical figure” for the entire Church.