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Catholic Church in Burkina Faso
Catholic Charity Foundation Launches Funds Drive in Portugal to Support Victims of Jihadist Attacks in Burkina Faso
The Pontifical charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has launched a “solidarity campaign” targeting its benefactors in Portugal, appealing for partnerships in reaching out to victims of jihadist attacks in Burkina Faso, where Christian persecution has reportedly hit an all-time high.
Catechists in Burkina Faso Throw Themselves in the Battlefield to Protect Christians against Islamist Attacks
Right at the forefront of the war against Islamist attacks in Burkina Faso are Catechists who are ready to give their lives for the safety of Christians in the West African country where persecution is reported to be highest in the world.
Many Christians among Over 150 Killed in Burkina Faso’s “beyond horrible” Terrorist Attack
More than 150 people, including many Christians, were massacred by Islamic terrorists in Burkina Faso, sources told Aid to the Church in Need.
Diocese in Burkina Faso Begins “Novena prayer for peace” Days after Series of Attacks, Including on Catholic Parish
Thursday, October 10 has been set as the start of “Novena prayer for peace” in Burkina Faso’s Catholic Diocese of Fada N'Gourma following a series of terrorist attacks targeting various facilities, including a Catholic Parish.
Catholic Bishops Declare Triduum Prayer for Peace in Burkina Faso, Niger amid Surge in Insecurity
Catholic Bishops in Burkina Faso and Niger have called for a triduum of prayer for peace in their respective nations amid a surge in cases of insecurity.
“We are constantly living in fear”: Catholic Priests Recount Experiences of Christian Persecution in Burkina Faso
Two Catholic Priests serving in the West African nation of Burkina Faso have recounted the threats that terrorist groups pose to Christians in the country, saying the people of God live in constant fear.
Pope Francis Condemns “heinous attacks on human life” after Burkina Faso’s Deadliest Attack that Claimed Over 150 Lives
Pope Francis has condemned the August 24th terrorist attack in the town of Barsalogho, Burkina Faso, which claimed the lives of over 150 people and many others wounded.
Catholic Charity Condemns Massacre of 26 Christians after Attack on Church in Burkina Faso, Appeals for Prayer for Peace
The Pontifical charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has condemned a recent terrorist attack on a Church in Burkina Faso that claimed the lives of 26 people, many of them Christians.
“Live to the full your dedication to God”: Catholic Archbishop Urges Women Religious at Profession in Burkina Faso
The newly professed members of the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception (SIC) in Burkina Faso have been urged to take their decision to give themselves fully to the service of the Lord with the seriousness it deserves, living it “to the full”.
New Major Seminarians in Burkina Faso Urged to Embrace Vocation with “courage, strength”
New Seminarians at Sts. Peter and Paul Kossoghen Major Seminary in Burkina Faso’s Catholic Archdiocese of Ouagadougou have been urged to embrace the call to the Priesthood with “courage and strength.”
Catechist Murdered in Burkina Faso Showed “remarkable dedication” in Over 20 Years of Church Service: Catholic Priest
Catechist Edouard Zoetyenga Yougbare who was kidnapped and murdered in Burkina Faso’s Catholic Diocese of Fada N’Gourma showed “remarkable dedication” in his over two decades of service, a Catholic Priest who interacted with him has told ACI Africa.
Baptism, Confirmation Still Going on despite Insecurity: Catholic Bishop in Burkina Faso
The preparation of candidates for Baptism and confirmation is still going on in all Dioceses in Burkina Faso despite persistent insecurity, a Catholic Bishop in the West African nation has said.
Weekend of Gloom as Catholics Killed in Burkina Faso, Monks Abducted in Ethiopia
Christians in multiple countries experienced what has been described as “a dark weekend” of persecution towards Sunday, February 25, with dozens of killings occurring in Ethiopia and Burkina Faso.
Over a Dozen Killed in Attack on Catholics at Mass in Burkina Faso “died in faith”: Priest
At least 15 Catholics attending Sunday Mass in Burkina Faso were killed when “terrorists” attacked Essakane village in the country’s Oudalan province, Northeastern region, a jurisdiction of the Catholic Diocese of Dori.
Insecurity “persists” in Burkina Faso, 30 Parishes “remain closed, inaccessible”: Bishops
The persistent insecurity in Burkina Faso has taken a heavy toll on the pastoral activities of the local churches, with some 30 Parishes remaining inaccessible, Catholic Bishops in the West African nation have said.
Annual Marian Pilgrimage in Burkina Faso Ends with Turn to Mother Mary for “gift of peace”
The 28th annual pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Yagma in Burkina Faso’s Ouagadougou Archdiocese has concluded with a call to turn to the Blessed Virgin Mary to intercede for peace in the West African nation.
Fiducia Supplicans: Catholic Bishops in Burkina Faso, Niger Urge Calmness, “firm” Faith
Catholic Bishops in Burkina Faso and Niger have cautioned the people of God in their respective countries against “anxiety” amid controversies around Fiducia Supplicans, the Vatican declaration on the possibility of blessing “same-sex couples” and couples in other “irregular situations”, which the Dicastery for the Doctrine of Faith (DDF) released on Monday, December 18.
Caritas Pledges Humanitarian Support for Families Displaced by Terrorism in Burkina Faso
Caritas Burkina Faso, supported by Caritas Internationalis (CI) will be providing aid and support aimed at strengthening livelihoods of vulnerable families displaced by terrorism in the West African nation.
Catholic Bishops in Burkina Faso Lift COVID-19 Restrictions on Church Activities
Catholic Bishops in Burkina Faso have lifted COVID-19 restrictions during Eucharistic celebrations in the West Africa nation.
Christians in Burkina Faso Going Back to Church amid Persecution: Catholic Priest
Christians in Burkina Faso who had abandoned the Church are coming back much stronger, a Catholic Priest serving in the West African nation that is experiencing a high level of persecution has said.
