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“We have lost our icon”: South Sudanese Cardinal Mourns Pioneer Bishop of Torit Diocese

Nov 7, 2023

The Bishop of South Sudan’s Catholic Archdiocese of Juba has paid tribute to Bishop Paride Taban who died on the Solemnity of All Saints, saying the East Central African nation has lost an “icon.”

Some of the participants at the ongoing seminar organized by the Union of the African Catholic Press (UCAP) in Uganda. Credit: Charles Ndawula UCAP President Uganda

Vatican Official Lauds African Catholic Journalists for Environmental Awareness

Nov 7, 2023

The Prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication has lauded Catholic Journalists in Africa under the umbrella body of the Union of the African Catholic Press (UCAP) for their dedication to address environmental issues.

Bishop Belmiro Cuica Chissengueti of Angola’s Cabinda Diocese. Credit: Radio Ecclesia

Do Not Instill Fear in Your Employees, Angolan Bishop on Exercise of Authority

Nov 7, 2023

Bishop Belmiro Cuica Chissengueti of Angola’s Cabinda Diocese has urged managers to be conscious of the quality of the authority and power exercised over their employees, noting that employers who seek to instill fear in their subjects run the risk of being seen as authoritarian.

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin patriarch of Jerusalem. | Credit: Christian Gennari / OESSH

Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Asks for Donations in Face of Suffering, Hatred in Holy Land

Nov 7, 2023

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa explained that it is “charity and prayer” that have animated the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem “in times of extreme hardship.”

Built an "airfield": Five Interesting Facts about South Sudan's Bishop Paride Taban

Nov 7, 2023

Many people will remember Bishop Paride Taban of South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Torit who died on November 1 as a selfless leader whose efforts to bring peace in the war-torn country earned him numerous accolades.

Bishop Aloysius Fondong Abangalo prays for the victims of the November 6 attack in Egbekaw. Credit: Mamfe Diocese

Catholic Bishop Condemns Killing of Dozens in Morning Attack on Cameroonian Village

Nov 6, 2023

The Catholic Bishop of Mamfe Diocese in Cameroon has “vehemently condemned” the killing of innocent civilians following an attack at the new Layout Egbekaw, a locality within his Episcopal See.

Archbishop Marcel Utembi Tapa, the President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO). Credit: Vatican Media

“Church of our time needs to listen to the Spirit”: Congolese Archbishop on Synodality

Nov 6, 2023

Archbishop Marcel Utembi Tapa, the President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) who participated in the October 4-29 XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in Rome has underlined the need for the Church “to listen to the Spirit” and to foster “participation for all.” 

Late Bishop Paride Taban. Credit: Radio Bakhita

South Sudanese President Pays Glowing Tribute to Bishop who “never abandoned his flock”

Nov 6, 2023

The President of South Sudan has paid tribute to Bishop Paride Taban who died on the Solemnity of All Saints, noting that the late Bishop never abandoned “his flock” when the people needed him.

The newly ordained Priests of the Kenya's Catholic Diocese of Bungoma. Credit: Marcello Omuttaha

These are the Four Ways to Identify a Catholic Priest: Bishop at Ordination in Kenya

Nov 6, 2023

A Catholic Priest sets himself apart for his obedience, trustworthiness, gentleness, and teamwork, the Bishop of Kenya’s Diocese of Bungoma has said.

Cardinal Gianfranco Ghirlanda, SJ, takes possession of his titular church in Rome, the Church of the Gesù, on Dec. 8, 2022. | Credit: Daniel Ibanez/CNA

Cardinal Denies Involvement in Papal Election Reform, Calling Reports "a pure lie"

Nov 6, 2023

Reports said Cardinal Gianfranco Ghirlanda had been tasked by Pope Francis with drafting revisions to conclaves.

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Catholic Activists Launch Petition to Stop Distribution of Contraceptives to Ugandan Teens

Nov 6, 2023

Catholic activists under their umbrella body, CitizenGo Africa, have opposed the Ugandan Minister of Health’s (MoH) proposal to put girls from 15 years of age on contraceptives.

Sister Thea Bowman (Courtesy of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration) and Venerable Augustus Tolton | Credit: New York Public Library

"Reflect on faithful witness" during Black Catholic History Month: Bishop in U.S.

Nov 6, 2023

Bishop Michael Burbidge said the month, observed in November, is “an important time” time to review the roles Black Catholics play in the life of the Church.

Pope Francis speaks with the Conference of European Rabbis at the Vatican on Nov. 6, 2023. | Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis Keeps Busy Schedule Despite Feeling "not well"

Nov 6, 2023

Pope Francis is continuing to keep a full schedule even as the Holy Father said he was not feeling well during a meeting Monday morning.

Pope Francis shakes hands with one of the approximately 7,000 children from around the world in the Vatican’s Paul VI Hall on Nov. 6, 2023, at an event sponsored by the Dicastery for Culture and Education dedicated to the theme “Let us learn from boys and girls.” | Credit: Vatican Media

In Special Meeting, Pope Francis Talks Peace, War, Climate with Kids from around the World

Nov 6, 2023

Pope Francis answered questions about war, the environment, and his daily life during an encounter with roughly 7,000 children from around the world on Monday.

Bishop Martín Lasarte Topolansky of Angola’s Lwena Diocese. Credit: Radio Ecclesia

Prioritize “human resources” in Education, Health Centres: Bishop in Angola to Government

Nov 6, 2023

Bishop Martín Lasarte Topolansky of Angola’s Lwena Diocese has urged the government to prioritize “human resources” education and health facilities, especially those in rural areas.

Logo National Peace Committee (NPC) in Nigeria. Credit: NPC

Nigeria’s National Peace Committee Calls for “free, fair processes” Ahead of Repeat Poll

Nov 5, 2023

Members of the  National Peace Committee (NPC) in Nigeria, among them some Catholic Bishops, are calling for “free and fair processes” ahead of Gubernatorial polls in three of the country’s States.

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Salesians in Sierra Leone Rehabilitating Young Sex Workers

Nov 5, 2023

Members of the Institute of Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) in Sierra Leone are rehabilitating young girls who had been forced into prostitution at the Don Bosco Fambul.

Logo of the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR). Credit: JCTR

Jesuit Scholars Urge Zambian Government to Expedite Availability of “affordable” Foodstuff

Nov 5, 2023

The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection is calling on the government of Zambia to speed up the process of providing “affordable” maize flour, mealie meal, in the local market.

A photo of Deborah Emmanuel on her Facebook page. Emmanuel, a Christian student in Nigeria, was killed by an Islamic mob on her college campus on May 12, 2022. | CNA

Christian Entity “welcomes” UN Experts' Letter on May 2022 Lynching of Nigerian Student

Nov 5, 2023

The Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has welcomed the Letter of Allegation, which five United Nations (UN) Special Procedure mandate holders sent to the government of Nigeria regarding the public lynching of Deborah Emmanuel.

Pope Francis delivers the Sunday Angelus, Nov. 5, 2023. | Credit: Vatican Media

Sunday Angelus: Pope Francis Warns against "duplicity of heart"

Nov 5, 2023

During the Sunday Angelus on Nov. 5, Pope Francis warned against living a double life, highlighting the dangers it presents for authentic Christian witness.