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Full text: Pope Francis’ Message to Families at the World Meeting of Families 2022
Pope Francis read a "Missionary Sending of Families" after Mass in St. Peter's Square.
Next World Meeting of Families to be Held in 2028
Cardinal Kevin Farrell made the announcement at the end of Mass for the 10th World Meeting of Families, which will end on June 26.
South Sudanese “over-depend on humanitarian aid”, Bishop Bemoans, Calls for Self-Reliance
A Catholic Bishop in South Sudan is bemoaning the tendency of the citizens of the East-Central African to rely on humanitarian assistance.
Christ Frees Families from the Slavery of Selfishness: Pope Francis
"How many people lack the greatest freedom of all, which is interior freedom," Pope Francis said at Mass in St. Peter's Square.
Prioritize Education in “Christian faith” in Fostering Religious Vocations: Kenyan Nun
There is need to prioritize education in faith in the person of Jesus Christ when engaging in promoting vocations to Religious Life, a Kenyan Catholic Nun has said.
Nigeria Needs to Address Violence in a “far more proactive” Manner: Christian Entity
There is need for the government of Nigeria to address the violence in the country in a “far more proactive” manner, including holding those behind the attacks to account, the UK-based human rights foundation, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), has said.
Politicians “should not divide people”: Catholic Archbishop in South Sudan
The Catholic Archbishop of Juba in South Sudan has urged politicians in the East African nation to avoid causing divisions among citizens amid reported conflicts at camps for the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Juba.
Salesians’ Classroom Construction Initiative Benefiting Learners at Zambian Community
Learners at the Salesian secondary school in Zambia’s Zatti community are benefiting from the classroom construction project undertaken by members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), a report indicates.
Survivors of Pentecost Sunday Massacre in Nigeria Recount “terrible” Experiences in Church
Survivors of the Pentecost Sunday attack on St. Francis Xavier Owo Catholic Parish of Ondo Diocese that left 39 Catholics killed and more than 80 injured have recounted their experiences in the church on the fateful day.
Let’s Collaborate to Address “scourge of insecurity”: Nigerian Archbishop at Installation
The newly installed Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese in Nigeria has called upon the government of the West African nation to work together with the Church to cushion the people of God in the country “from the prevailing scourge of violence and insecurity”.
“God is concerned about what goes on in your womb”: Catholic Archbishop in Kenya
A Catholic Archbishop in Kenya has cautioned the people of God in the East African nation against abortion, saying God is interested in the life of the unborn children.
Catholic Bishops in Ethiopia “strongly” Condemn Killings in Gambella and Western Wollega
Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) have condemned the reported killing of over 300 people, “mostly women and children” in the country’s Gambella and Western Wollega regions.
Workshops on Migration in Southern Africa Addressing Plight of Migrants: Official
Ongoing workshops on migration in Southern Africa are addressing the plight of migrants and refugees in the African region, seeking “a coordinated and effective response” to the challenges people of the move face, a Catholic Priest has said.
What is a Catholic priest? A New Documentary Asks the Question
A new documentary about the Catholic priesthood asks priests what kind of life they are supposed to live as they reflect on their vocations and the role of the priest in Catholic theology and spiritual life.
Govt-University Unions “unending negotiations” Factor in Nigeria’s Insecurity: Lay Leaders
The fact that the “unending negotiations” between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) that resulted in the closure of tertiary institutions is behind the increasing insecurity in the West African country “cannot be ruled out”, Catholic lay leaders have said.
Catholic Bishops in Africa Urge Inclusion of Indigenous Communities in “climate discourse”
Catholic Bishops in Africa are calling for the incorporation of indigenous people in discussions on biodiversity and climate.
Vicar General of Kigoma Diocese in Tanzania Appointed Bishop of Kahama Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Fr. Christopher Ndizeye Nkoronko who has been serving as Vicar General and in charge of the Pastoral Department of his native Diocese of Kigoma as Bishop of the Diocese of Kahama in Tanzania.
Pope Francis' Pastoral Visit to Canada in July on Course, Vatican Releases Itinerary
The Vatican has released the itinerary for Pope Francis’ visit to Canada, during which he will meet with representatives of indigenous peoples, and with indigenous Catholics.
Eyewitnesses Detail Last Month Stoning and Murder of Nigerian Christian Student
A close friend who was with Deborah Emmanuel when she died describes her final hours.
Nigerians “cannot afford to be indifferent” in 2023 Election Process: Church Officials
There is need for Nigerians to actively participate in the processes leading to the 2023 general elections in their country, officials at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) have said.
