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Amid Insecurity, Government Needs to “cultivate a sense of empathy”: Nigerian Prelate
The Nigerian government needs to go beyond statements and “cultivate a sense of empathy” towards citizens who are victims of insecurity, a Catholic Bishop in the West African said at a recent virtual conference.
Kenya’s Declaration of 2015 Papal Mass Site as National Monument Honor to Church: Bishops
Kenya government’s declaration of the site where Pope Francis presided over public Holy Mass during his 2015 visit to the country as a national monument has been welcomed by the Catholic Bishops in the East African nation, terming it an honor to the Church and the Holy Father.
Amid Challenges, Nigeria in Need of “grace of renewal, fruitful governance”: Archbishop
Amid multiple challenges that the people of God in Nigeria face, the West African nation stands in need of renewal through God’s grace and a kind of governance that yields fruit, an Archbishop in the country has said.
Rome-Based Lay Catholic Association Hails Abolition of Death Penalty in Malawi
The leadership of the Rome-based lay Catholic association dedicated to the provision of social services and arbitrating conflicts, Sant’Egidio Community, has hailed the abolition of the death penalty in the Southeastern African nation of Malawi.
Mauritius’ Religious Leaders Commit to Help People Adversely Affected by COVID-19 Lockdown
Members of the Council of Religions in Mauritius have pledged to continue reaching out to the people of God who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 lockdown in the Indian Ocean Island nation.
Blessed Carlo Acutis’ 30th Birthday Celebrated by Parishes Across World
Catholic parishes across Italy and as far away as the Philippines celebrated what would have been the 30th birthday of Blessed Carlo Acutis on Monday.
South Sudanese Clergy Arrested after Bishop-elect’s Shooting to Answer Instigation Charges
The three South Sudanese Catholic Clerics arrested following the shooting of the Bishop-elect for Rumbek Diocese in South Sudan are expected to be among those charged for “instigating” the two gunmen who shot Msgr. Christian Carlassare, a government official involved in the investigation has told ACI Africa.
African Scholars Highlight Clericalism, Patriarchy among Instruments of Abuse in Church
Clericalism and patriarchy are among the instruments used to advance abuse in the Catholic Church and society, African scholars participating in the ongoing virtual colloquium, which members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) spearheaded have said.
Caritas Internationalis Urges Protection for Migrants After Boat Capsizes off Libyan Coast
Following the capsizing of a boat off the coast of Libya, the April 22-23 incident that left at least 130 migrants dead, the leadership of the global confederation of Catholic relief agencies, Caritas Internationalis (CI), has called for the setting up of mechanisms to safeguard the rights of migrants.
Papal Foundation Announces $9m in Grants for Charitable Projects
The Papal Foundation announced April 28 they will be distributing $9.2 million in grants to dioceses in 64 countries in the coming year.
"A truly Christian life bears witness to Christ": Pope Francis at Regina Caeli Address
It is our task as Christians to proclaim the good news of the Gospel and to bear the good fruit of love in the world, Pope Francis said at his Regina caeli address on Sunday.
Missionaries in Ethiopia Giving Women in Complicated Relationships Second Chance in Life
A Catholic Missionary Nun in Ethiopia’s Apostolic Prefecture of Robe is helping women in abusive relationships, those who have had children with several men, and others in various complicated relationships to become self-reliant.
Pope Francis Praying for Catholic Bishop-elect Shot in South Sudan
Pope Francis is praying for Msgr. Christian Carlassare, the Bishop-elect of South Sudan’s Rumbek Diocese, who was shot in both legs in the early hours of Monday, April 26.
Malawian Catholic Church Leader Encourages COVID-19 Vaccination amid Low Turnout
A Malawian Catholic Church leader has sought to encourage his compatriots to receive the COVID-19 vaccine amid reported low turnout in the vaccination centers.
Vatican Adds Seven Invocations to Litany of St. Joseph
The Vatican's divine worship office announced Saturday the addition of seven new invocations to the Litany of St. Joseph.
'Hope for the future': Pope Francis Asks Mary to Intercede for End to Pandemic
Pope Francis prayed a rosary Saturday for an end to the coronavirus pandemic, imploring the Virgin Mary to intercede for healing for the sick, comfort for the grieving, and hope for the future.
Bishops in Southern Africa Urge Regional Community to Intervene in Mozambique’s Crisis
Catholic Bishops from nine countries in Southern Africa under their umbrella body of the Inter-regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) are calling on the regional economic blocs to focus their attention on the ongoing crisis in Mozambique owing to the protracted violence.
Nigerian Priest Highlights Plight of Victims, Survivors of Abuse in Religious Communities
A Nigerian Catholic Priest has, at a virtual colloquium, which members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) have spearheaded, highlighted the plight of victims and survivors of abuse in religious communities whose experiences “leaves one speechless and devastated.”
Pope Francis Appoints Bishop for Madagascar’s Tsiroanomandidy Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Msgr. Gabriel Randrianantenaina Bishop for the Diocese of Tsiroanomandidy in the Indian Ocean Island nation of Madagascar.
Salesians in Rwanda Seeking Support to Protect Dignity of Vulnerable Children
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) serving in Rwanda are seeking financial help from people of goodwill to help them protect children at risk in the Great Rift Valley nation.
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