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Apostolic Nuncio in Mali to Represent Holy Father in Neighboring Guinea
Pope Francis has appointed the Apostolic Nuncio in Mali, Archbishop Jean-Sylvain Emien Mambé, as his representative in the neighboring West African nation of Guinea.
Listening, “a necessary prerequisite for faith development”: Catholic Bishops in Nigeria
Catholic Bishops in Nigeria have emphasized the need to foster the virtue of listening in the ongoing preparations for the Synod on Synodality describing the practice as “a necessary prerequisite for faith development”.
Traditional Leader in Nigeria Calls on Church “to expose” Vices against Persons, Groups
The traditional ruler of the Benin Kingdom in Nigeria is calling on the leadership of Catholic Church in the West African nation to speak out against all vices against individual persons and groups in the country.
Jesuit Entity Realizing Partnerships “to enhance livelihood opportunities” for CAR’s Youth
The international refugee entity of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is realizing partnerships aimed at enhancing “livelihood opportunities” and fostering peace among the youth in the Central African Republic (CAR).
Salesians in Ghana Helping Youth “recover” from Street Life, Strive for "brighter future"
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) are helping young people who previously lived on the streets “recover” from this challenging lifestyle, equipping them with means “for a brighter future”.
Pope Francis, King of Jordan Discuss "need to encourage Christian presence" in Middle East
Pope Francis received King Abdullah II of Jordan on Thursday in the Vatican for ”cordial discussions” and spoke about the presence of Christians in the region, the Holy See Press office said Nov. 10.
Catholic Bishops in DR Congo Decry “deterioration of security”, Call for Collective Action
Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have expressed concern about insecurity in the Central African nation and are calling for collective action to restore peace.
Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Urge Electorate to Examine Credibility, Integrity of Candidates
Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) are urging the electorate in the West African nation to look out for the political candidates’ credibility and integrity track record when casting their votes during the general elections scheduled for 25 February 2023.
Churches in Swaziland Concerned about “rise in killings”, Call for Multi-sectoral Response
The Council of Swaziland Churches (CSC) has expressed concern about the rise in cases of intolerance that has been manifested in arson attacks and killings in the Southern African nation.
Vicar General of Madagascar’s Morondava Diocese Appointed Bishop of Ambanja Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Donatien Francis Randriamalala, currently the Vicar General of Madagascar's Morondava Diocese, as the Local Ordinary of Ambanja Episcopal See in the Indian Ocean Island nation.
Catholic Archdiocese Kaduna in Nigeria Seeking Prayers for Safe Release of Abducted Priest
The Catholic Archdiocese of Kaduna in Nigeria is seeking spiritual solidarity towards the safe release of Fr. Abraham Kunat who was kidnapped from a Church residence in the early hours of Tuesday, November 8.
Catholic Bishops in Kenya Express Concern about High Cost of Living, Prolonged Drought
The high cost of living and prolonged drought in Kenya are among issues of national concern that the Catholic Bishops in the East African nation have highlighted in their latest collective statement.
Government, Tigray Forces Peace Deal “foundation to stop killing”: Church in Ethiopia
The peace agreement between the Ethiopian government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) serves as a basis to end the misery of the people of God in northern Ethiopia including “killing among brothers and sisters” that has been going on for the past two years, the leadership of the Catholic Church in Ethiopia has said.
Apostolic Nuncio in Cameroon Transferred, to Represent the Holy Father in Sweden
Pope Francis has transferred Archbishop Julio Murat who has been serving as Apostolic Nuncio in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea to the Vatican Diplomatic Mission in Sweden and Iceland.
Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Decries Mushrooming of “personal Healing Ministries”
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Ekiti in Nigeria is decrying the mushrooming of the “so-called private or personal ‘Healing Ministries’ and ‘Adoration Ministries’” in the West African nation.
Miracle That Set Italian-born Catholic Missionary Nun in Kenya on Path to Sainthood
The beatification of Venerable Servant of God Maria Carola Cecchin, a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph Benedict Cottolengo (Cottolengo Sisters), was the climax of years of investigation into the miracle of bringing a stillborn child back to life.
Christian Leaders in Eswatini Petition Parliament to Investigate Arson Attacks, Killings
Christian leaders in the Kingdom of Eswatini have petitioned parliament to establish “an independent commission” to look into arson attacks and ensuing murders occasioned by political differences.
Nigerian Archbishop Urges “active participation of faithful in civil politics” at Congress
The Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Benin City in Nigeria is advocating for the “active participation of our faithful in civil politics”.
Catholic Archbishop in Ghana Laments Indifference “towards the Gospel of Christ”
A Catholic Archbishop in Ghana has expressed concern about the tendency on the part of the people of God in the West African nation to detach from “the Gospel of Christ”.
Pope Francis: Bahrain Trip "a new step" in Christian-Muslim dialogue
Pope Francis said Wednesday his trip to the Gulf kingdom of Bahrain was a new step on the journey to create “fraternal alliances” between Christians and Muslims.
