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Catholic Bishop in South Sudan Urges Church to Overcome Clericalism, Embrace Synodal Conversion
Bishop Christian Carlassare of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan has called on the Church to confront the growing issue of clericalism, which he identified as a major obstacle to the Synod on Synodality.
Apostolic Nuncio in Nigeria Encourages Steadfast Faith, Hope amid Persecution and Economic Hardships
The representative of the Holy Father in Nigeria has urged Nigerians experiencing persecution and economic hardships to remain hopeful and steadfast in faith.
Catholic Archbishop Urges Zambians to Remain Steadfast in Faith amid Political Tensions, Economic Uncertainties
Zambians are grappling with a myriad of socio-economic and political challenges including that are also straining family relations, Archbishop Benjamin Phiri of Ndola Archdiocese has observed, and called on the faithful to remain firm in their faith despite the hardships they face.
Nigerian Archdiocese Concludes Annual General Assembly with Call to “proudly” Live Out Catholic Faith
The fifth General Assembly of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has ended with a call on the people of God to uphold their Catholic identity and spirituality.
Vatican Suppresses Carmelite Monastery Following Long-running Controversy
Bishop Michael Olson of the Diocese of Fort Worth announced on Monday that he received a decree of suppression last week from the Holy See.
“Engage responsibly in the electoral process”: Catholics in Ghana Told ahead of December 7 Polls
Members of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) have urged Catholics and all citizens of the West African country to engage responsibly in the country’s general elections scheduled for December 7, emphasizing the importance of peace, justice, and unity for any successful poll.
A Cross, Other Elements on Ivorian Cardinal-Designate’s Coat of Arms and Motto Explained
Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo, one of the two Archbishops from Africa to be created Cardinals, has explained the symbols and motto represented in his coat of arms.
Catholic Bishop in Cameroon Calls on Christians to be Builders of Peace, Work for Harmony During Advent
Bishop Barthélemy Yaouda Hourgo of the Catholic Diocese of Yagoua in Cameroon has urged Christians to embrace their role as agents of peace and reconciliation during the Advent season.
Catholic Justice and Peace Official in Nigeria Urges Church Leaders to Speak out against Poor Leadership
The Director of the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) in the Catholic Archdiocese of Onitsha has urged Church leaders in the West African nation not to be afraid to speak out against poor leadership.
"Raise your heads," Pope Francis Tells Faithful in First Advent Message amid Multiple Conflicts
Pope Francis on Sunday addressed cosmic upheavals, modern anxieties, and current conflicts while emphasizing hope and spiritual vigilance.
Daughters of St. Paul Christmas Concerts in the U.S. Aim to Remind Audience of the "closeness to God"
The “Come to Bethlehem: A Christmas Concert with the Daughters of St. Paul” tour will make stops this year in New York, Boston, and New Orleans.
Religious Leaders in Mauritius Urge New Government to Address Country’s Pressing Challenges
Religious leaders in Mauritius, an island on the Indian Ocean, have called on the country’s newly elected government, led by Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam to take action in addressing the nation's key challenges and to work towards the development of the Mauritian citizens.
Tanzanian Catholic Bishop Calls for “self-evaluation” among Opus Spiritus Sancti Priests Marking Golden Jubilee
Bishop Beatus Christian Urassa of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Sumbuwanga has encouraged members of the Order of the Apostolic Life Community of Priests /Opus Spiritus Sancti (ALCP/OSS) to look at their 50th Anniversary as an opportunity to reflect on whether they have lived in holiness and remained faithful to their gifts and vows as Priests.
A Path Towards Unity: Pope Francis Proposes Joint Catholic-Orthodox Celebration of Nicaea Anniversary
The letter was delivered by Cardinal Kurt Koch during his visit to Istanbul for the patronal feast of the Orthodox Church.
Advent 2024: Four Catholic Resources to Help You Grow in Your Faith
As calendars get filled up and preparations are made, these four resources can help you get ready to enter into the deeper meaning of Christmas.
John Paul II-inspired Cafe Celebrates 10 years of "bringing riches of the faith" to Public Square
Last month, Soren and Ever Johnson marked the 10th anniversary of one of the fruits of their ministry: Trinity House Cafe in Leesburg, Virginia.
Entrepreneurship Project Lauded for Fostering Self-Reliance among Catholic Sisters in Eastern Africa
The Secretary-General of the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA) has applauded the Sisters Blended Value Project (SBVP) that was initiated in 2021 to support Catholic Sisters in developing sustainable social enterprises.
Cardinal in South Sudan Hopes for “lasting peace” through Presidential Initiative
Stephen Cardinal Ameyu Martin Mulla, the Archbishop of South Sudan’s Catholic Archdiocese of Juba has expressed hope in the Tumaini Initiative launched by President Salva Kiir to bring lasting peace in the east-central African country that continues to grapple with the devastation of a civil war.
Meet 6 Black Catholics on the Road to Sainthood
November is National Black Catholic History Month in the United States, a time to honor the history, heritage, and contributions of Black Catholics across the nation.
Catholic Archbishop in Kenya Lauds Caritas Nairobi for Helping People “live a quality life”
Archbishop Philip Anyolo Subira of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has commended Caritas Nairobi, the charity and development arm of the Archdiocese, for facilitating a quality life for the people of God in his Metropolitan See.
