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Today, March 26, We Celebrate St. Margaret of Clitherow
St. Margaret Clitherow was born in Middleton, England around the year 1555 to a protestant family. Margaret was known throughout the town for her wit and good looks, and in 1571 she married John Clitherow, and together they bore two children.
Pope Francis’ Doctor: "We really thought we wouldn’t make it"
The head of the medical team that treated Pope Francis at Gemelli Hospital revealed that at one point they had to decide between continuing therapy or letting the pope die.
Catholic Bishop’s Passionate Plea to the U.S. that Angered Nigerian Muslim Leaders and Government
Bishop Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe of the Catholic Diocese of Makurdi in Nigeria has appealed to the U.S to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) owing to increased Islamist attacks against Christians in the West African nation, attracting a backlash from Muslim leaders in the country who have described the Bishop’s testimony as “unsubstantiated”.
Nairobi Catholic Archbishop Cautions against “Satan and his accomplices”, Emphasizes Reliance on Word of God
Archbishop Philip Subira Anyolo of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) is cautioning the people of God under his pastoral care against Satan, God’s chief adversary.
Cardinal Ambongo Expresses Solidarity with Victims of Gang Attack at Community of Religious Sisters in DR Congo
Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo of the Catholic Archdiocese of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has expressed solidarity with members of the Missionary Sisters of Santo Domingo who were attacked by a criminal gang in their community.
Burkinabe Diocese Hopes Suffering of Catholic Priest “held captive” for Six Years Won’t Be in Vain
The Catholic Diocese of Dori in Burkina Faso has continued to pray for the safety of Fr. Joël Yougbare who has been missing for the past six years following a suspected kidnapping incident.
General Audience, Angelus Remain Suspended Despite Pope Francis’ Return to Vatican
Pope Francis is not expected to meet with large groups of faithful until at least the end of May.
Today, We Celebrate Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
The Solemnity of the Annunciation celebrates the coming of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to announce to her the special mission God had chosen for her in being the mother of His only son.
Let’s “continue to pray for him”: Cardinal in South Africa Appeals for Spiritual Solidarity with Ailing Pope Francis
Stephen Cardinal Brislin, the Local Ordinary of South Africa’s Catholic Archdiocese of Johannesburg, has appealed for spiritual solidarity with Pope Francis after he was discharged from Gemelli Hospital, where he was being treated for double pneumonia since February 14.
Planned Protests against Kidnapping, Killing in Nigeria’s Auchi Diocese “to honour our martyrs”: Convener
The planned protests against the kidnapping and killing of Catholic Priests, farmers, and other community members in Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Auchi are to honour all the fallen martyrs in Edo State, the convener of the three-day peaceful demonstrations set to begin on Tuesday, March 25 has told ACI Africa.
We Celebrate God’s Fidelity, “memorial, gratitude”: Catholic Bishop at Diamond Jubilee of Kenyan Pioneer Loreto Sisters
The marking of six decades since the first Kenyans joined the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM) is a testament to God’s fidelity to those He calls to His service, Bishop Rodrigo Mejía Saldarriaga has said.
Nigeria’s Owerri Catholic Archdiocese Appeals for Prayers for “quick and safe release” of Abducted Priest
The Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri is appealing for prayers for the speedy and “safe release” of Fr. John Ubaechu, who was abducted on Sunday, March 23.
"We can make him feel better": Children’s Prayers for Pope Francis
In an interview with CNA, three young parishioners from the Church of St. Eugene in the Roman suburb of Parioli emphasized the importance of praying for the pope.
Today, March 24, We Celebrate St. Catherine of Sweden
St. Catherine was born near the beginning of the fourteenth century to parents Ulfo and St. Bridget of Sweden. At the age of seven, Catherine was sent to the Abbey at Risburgh by her parents and placed under the care of the abbess to receive an education and to build a foundation for her spiritual life.
Pope Francis Discharged from Hospital, Returns to Vatican after Making First Public Appearance in Weeks
The moment marked his first public engagement in weeks.
African Catholic Activists Call for Diplomatic Intervention for Kenyan on Death Row in Vietnam
The African branch of the global Catholic activist organization, CitizenGo, is urging the government of Kenya to pursue diplomatic intervention for a Kenyan who is facing execution in Vietnam.
Zambia’s Church Leaders Decry “unpalatable remarks” against Religious Figures, Urge “respect of dignity of all People”
Church leaders in Zambia have denounced what they have termed “unpalatable remarks” against faith leaders, who they say try to call out the government of the Southern African nation on various misdeeds including unfair distribution of resources and poor infrastructure.
Catholic Missionary Nun in Mozambique Thanks Pontifical Charity for Being “a hand of God” During Disasters
From terrorism to natural calamities such as cyclone, Mozambicans have experienced a lot of devastation in the recent past. But through the devastation, the help of the Catholic charity and pontifical foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has been significant, a Missionary Nun serving in the Southern African nation has said, describing the charity foundation as being the “hand of God.”
Grace Center in Ethiopia: How One Woman’s "vision from God" Led to Helping Thousands of Lives
“At Grace Center we ask: What would Jesus do for this person? Then we do the same,” founder and executive director of Grace Center Marcie Erickson told CNA.
A "thumbs up" from the Hospital Window As Pope Francis Makes First Public Appearance: Vatican Updates
Here’s the latest news on Pope Francis’ health and hospitalization.
