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Pope Francis gazes up at the bronze statue of Mary atop the 39.4-foot column at Rome's Spanish Steps, Dec. 8, 2024. / Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA

Pope Francis Marks Immaculate Conception Solemnity in Rome with Prayer, Surprise art Visit: PHOTOS

Dec 8, 2024

By AC Wimmer

Pope Francis marked the Immaculate Conception by visiting to two of Rome's most important Marian sites, followed by an unexpected stop.

Archbishop Philip Subira Anyolo of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN). Credit: Capuchin TV

“Don’t rush to be like the world”: Catholic Archbishop in Kenya Cautions Consecrated against Distractions

Dec 7, 2024

By Silas Isenjia

Archbishop Philip Subira Anyolo of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has urged Consecrated Persons to remain committed to their vows and avoid distractions that come from worldly desires.

Credit: Caritas Africa

Nuncio in Ghana Lauds Caritas Disaster Risk Management Workshop as “practical embodiment” of Safeguarding the Earth

Dec 7, 2024

By Silas Isenjia

The Apostolic Nuncio in Ghana has commended Caritas Ghana for organizing a Community-led disaster risk management workshop, describing the initiative as a “practical embodiment” of Pope Francis’ call to safeguard the planet.

Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola. Credit: Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo

Catholic Archbishop in Angola Condemns “inappropriate dances”, Other Abuses in Eucharistic Celebrations

Dec 7, 2024

By João Vissesse

Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola has urged pastoral and liturgical agents to be on the look-out for inappropriate activities during Eucharistic celebrations, and to urgently address abuses and irregular practices especially during Holy Mass in the Archdiocese. 

Pope Francis places the red biretta on Cardinal Domenico Battaglia, archbishop of Naples, during the consistory for the creation of 21 new cardinals in St. Peter's Basilica, Dec. 7, 2024. / Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA

Pope Francis Creates 21 New Cardinals from 19 Countries, Urges Them to Resist the “seduction of power”

Dec 7, 2024

By AC Wimmer

The pope highlighted that the term “cardinal” symbolizes a “hinge,” emphasizing their vital role as in holding the Church together.

Pope Francis arrives for a consistory at St. Peter's Basilica with visible bruising on his face, Vatican City, Dec. 7, 2024. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni explained that the Pope suffered a contusion after hitting his chin on a bedside table the previous morning. / Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA

Reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris Historic, Shows "sadness and mourning give way to joy": Pope Francis

Dec 7, 2024

By AC Wimmer

“Today, sadness and mourning give way to joy, celebration, and praise,” the Holy Father wrote in his message to Archbishop Laurent Ulrich of Paris.

Today, December 7, We Celebrate St. Ambrose

Dec 7, 2024

Today the Catholic Church celebrates the memory of St. Ambrose, the brilliant Bishop of Milan who influenced St. Augustine's conversion and was named a Doctor of the Church. Like Augustine himself, the older Ambrose, born around 340, was a highly educated man who sought to harmonize Greek and Roman intellectual culture with the Catholic faith. 

Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala (right) and Bishop Yunan Tombe Trille Kuku. Credit: CRN/CDTY

Physical Assault of Catholic Bishop in Sudan “not healthy”, South Sudanese Bishop Urges Respect for Faith Leaders

Dec 6, 2024

By ACI Africa Staff

The Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) physical assault and injury of Bishop Yunan Tombe Trille Kuku Andali of Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid Diocese was a step in the wrong direction, Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of  the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) in South Sudan has said. 

Manuel Costa de Los Ríos. Credit: Inforpresse

Cape Verde Collaborating with Argentina in Advancing Cause for Possible Canonization of First Native Saint

Dec 6, 2024

By João Vissesse

The Catholic Church in Cape Verde is collaborating with that of Argentine in advancing the canonization cause for Manuel Costa de los Ríos, commonly known as “Negro Manuel” or “Slave Manuel,” a devout servant of Our Lady of Luján, patroness of Argentina. 

Fr. Celestino Epalanga, executive secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) in Angola and São Tomé. Credit: Vatican Media

Catholic Official in Angola Advocates for “care for the elderly, children” amid Drought Linked to El Niño Phenomenon

Dec 6, 2024

By João Vissesse

The Executive Secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) is advocating for the care for senior citizens as well as children as Southern Angola grapples with drought linked to the El Niño phenomenon.

Barrister Edward Orgah, President of National Associate of Catholic Lawyers (NACL) Nigeria. Credit: ACI Africa

Catholic Lawyers in Nigeria Urged to Embrace Profession as a Vocation for Evangelization and Justice

Dec 6, 2024

By Abah Anthony John

Catholic lawyers in Nigeria have been called to look at their profession as a divine vocation and an opportunity to promote justice, peace, and the Catholic faith in society. 

Left to right: Dominican Father Timothy Radcliffe, Archbishop Fernando Chomali, Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo, Archbishop Rolandas Makrickas, and Bishop Mykola Bychok, CSsR, will be made cardinals in a consistory on Dec. 7, 2024. / Credit: EWTN News; Marco Mancini/ACI Stampa

New Cardinals Emphasize Church Unity, Evangelization ahead of November 7 Consistory

Dec 6, 2024

By AC Wimmer

“I am with my heart, and I would say with my whole body, for a synodal vision,” Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo of Abidjan said.

Pope Francis meets with the College of Cardinals on July 1, 2024. / Credit: Vatican Media

What Does it Mean that Almost Half of the New Cardinals Will Be from Religious Orders?

Dec 6, 2024

By Marco Mancini

Out of the 21 cardinals who will be created on Dec. 7 in the 10th consistory of Pope Francis, 10 new cardinals are members of religious congregations.

Today, December 6, We Celebrate St. Nicholas of Myra

Dec 6, 2024

On Dec. 6, the faithful commemorate a bishop in the early church who was known for generosity and love of children. Born in Lycia in Asia Minor around the late third or fourth century, St. Nicholas of Myra is more than just the inspiration for the modern day Santa.

President Joe Biden with Angola's President, Filipe Jacinto Nyusi. Credit: Jornal de Angola

Visit of U.S. President Joe Biden is “an excellent opportunity for Angola”: Catholic Archbishop

Dec 5, 2024

By João Vissesse

Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola has described the recent visit of the U.S. President Joe Biden in the southern African country as an important moment for the country, highlighting its potential to strengthen partnerships between the two nations,  and advance economic development in key sectors.

Archbishop Henryk Mieczysław Jagodziński during the Christmas reception at the Apostolic Nunciature in Pretoria. Credit: SACBC .

Nuncio in South Africa Says Nunciature “tangible expression” of Unity Celebrated at Christmas

Dec 5, 2024

By Silas Isenjia

The Papal representative in South Africa has emphasized the Apostolic Nunciature’s role as a symbol of communion between the Holy See, the local Church, and government authorities, likening the Nunciature’s mandate to the unity celebrated during the Christmas season.

Bishop Alfred Mateyu Chaima of Malawi's Zomba Diocese addressing Catholic Members of the Parliament (MPs). Credit: ECM

Catholic Parliamentarians in Malawi Challenged to Consult Church Social Teaching in Debating Motions

Dec 5, 2024

By Silas Isenjia

The Bishop of Zomba Diocese in Malawi has urged Catholic Members of the Parliament (MPs) to always refer to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) while making decisions during debates on Bills and other discussions.

Fr. Gerald Ohaeri, Credit: Spiritans in Nigeria

Spiritan Kidnapped in Nigeria Released, “alive and in good health”: Congregation Reports

Dec 5, 2024

By Jude Atemanke

Fr. Gerald Ohaeri, a member of the Congregation of the Holy Spirit (Holy Ghost Fathers/Spiritans) who was kidnapped on November 30 in the Catholic Diocese of Nsukka has been set free, is alive and in good health, members of the Congregation have said.

Pope Francis waves to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for his Wednesday general audience on Dec. 4, 2024. / Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis: Beauty Urges Us to Take Christ out into the Streets and Bring Him to People

Dec 5, 2024

By Kristina Millare

In a message to participants in this year’s conference on popular piety in Seville, Spain, from Dec. 4-8, the pope emphasized the significance of “beauty.”

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Bible Boom: Why Are People Buying So Many Bibles?

Dec 5, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

As recently reported by the Wall Street Journal, Bible sales rose 22% in the U.S. through the end of October 2024 compared with the same period last year.