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“War is never a means to peace”: Catholic Bishops in North Africa Call for an End to Conflicts in Holy Land, Africa
Catholic Bishops in North Africa have decried the ongoing conflicts in the Holy Land and across Africa, emphasizing that war is a failure of peace and violence only deepens suffering.
Apostolic Nuncio in South Sudan Relays Pope Francis' Closeness with the Church Experiencing “difficulties”
The Apostolic Nuncio in South Sudan has assured the people of God in the east-central African country of the closeness of Pope Francis who has acknowledged the struggles that the country, which experienced a devastating civil war, is facing. The Holy Father’s message was also meant for neighboring Sudan that is experiencing war.
“A moment of reflection”: Franciscan Sister on Planned Celebration of Founder’s Death Anniversary in Angola
Members of the Congregation of the Franciscan Hospitaller Sisters of the Immaculate Conception (CONFHIC) in Angola are preparing to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the death of their founder, Blessed Maria Clara of the Child Jesus, with a Jubilee celebration marked by prayer, reflection, and a renewed dedication to their mission.
What makes the religious so happy?
“Priestly happiness is one of the great secrets of our time,” said Rossetti, a research associate professor at The Catholic University of America. “And I’m glad it’s coming out.”
Outgoing Australian Ambassador Notes Growing Momentum of Women Leadership in the Vatican
Australia’s ambassador to the Holy See, Chiara Porro, says she has seen a rise in the participation and promotion of women’s leadership in the Catholic Church under Pope Francis.
Thank you for being our Father: Youths in Southern Africa Pen “love letter” to Pope Francis
Members of the youth ministry at the Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference (SACBC), which includes South Africa, Botswana, and Eswatini, have written to Pope Francis, expressing their gratitude to the Holy Father for his leadership as the Vicar of Christ over the past 11 years.
Nigerian Jesuit Priest Feted for “ecumenical peace-making” in South Sudan after Civil War
Fr. Agbonkhianmeghe Orobator, a Jesuit Priest and Dean of the Jesuit School of Theology at Santa Clara University (JST-SCU) in California in the United States of America (USA) has been honored for his peacemaking efforts fostering reconciliation in South Sudan following the country’s civil war.
“Legacy of Blessed James Alberione remains alive”: Pauline Sister in Angola on Founder’s Death Anniversary Celebration
The legacy of Blessed James Alberione continues to inspire the mission of members of the Pious Society of the Daughters of St. Paul (FSP/Pauline Sisters) in Angola, a member of the congregation has told ACI Africa.
At General Audience, Pope Francis Pleads for Ukraine's Children
“Think of the Ukrainian children and young people who suffer at this time without heating in a very harsh winter,” the pope said on Nov. 27, addressing youngsters gathered around him in St. Peter’s Square.
Oldest Catholic Priest in Nigeria Who Died at 104 “lived a fulfilled life”: Apostolic Nuncio
Mons. Thomas Oleghe, the oldest Priest in Nigeria who died on November 24 at the age of 104 has been eulogized as a devoted servant of God who “lived a fulfilled life.”
Scientists and CEOs Share Big Ideas at Vatican Ethical Innovation Summit
This week's World Changers Ethical & Innovation Summit at the Vatican's Pontifical Lateran University showcased groundbreaking ideas for innovation in various fields.
Pontifical Universities in Rome Host Conference on Legacy of St. John Paul II
Twenty years into his pontificate, John Paul II released Fides et Ratio—”Faith and Reason”—on the Sept. 14 feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross in 1998.
Pope Francis Announces Chinese Translations for Weekly Audiences
“Next week, with Advent, the Chinese translation will also begin here publicly,” the pope said on Nov. 27 during his general audience in St. Peter’s Square.
“Grievous misstep”: Nigerian Diocese Condemns Aberration after Nun Spotted Carrying Monstrance in Eucharistic Procession
The Catholic Diocese of Nnewi has promised to act following a liturgical aberration that occurred during the national Eucharistic procession on Sunday, November 24, 2024. .
Catholic Charity Announces Christmas Campaign to Support Persecuted Christians in Burkina Faso
Catholic Pontifical Foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International is dedicating its Christmas campaign this year to persecuted Christians in Burkina Faso who will be supported through a wide range of charity initiatives.
Nigerian Catholic Diocese Pledges to Implement Safety Measures following Deadly Stampede on Christ the King Solemnity
Bishop Augustine Ndubueze Echema of Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Aba has assured the people of God in his Episcopal See that measures will be taken to prevent a recurrence of the deadly stampede that marred this year’s Solemnity of Christ the King.
Award-Winning Catholic Archbishop in Angola Lauded for Leadership During Turbulence of Oppression and Civil War
At the Eucharistic celebration of Archbishop Zacarias Kamwenho’s 50 years of episcopal ministry, the retired Angolan Church leader has been lauded for defending the Church amid Angola’s various crises while he served as Bishop.
Rector of Uganda Martyrs National Major Seminary Appointed Bishop of Country’s Nebbi Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Constantine Rupiny, currently serving as the rector of the Uganda Martyrs National Major Seminary Alokolum in Gulu as the Local Ordinary of Nebbi Catholic Diocese.
Synod on Synodality Document Part of “ordinary magisterium, authentic teaching”: Pope Francis, Calls for Implementation
“[The final document] participates in the ordinary magisterium of the successor of Peter, and as such, I ask that it be accepted," Pope Francis wrote in a Nov. 25 note about the 52-page document.
Solemnity of Christ the King: Catholic Youth in Angola Urged to “embody service, love, and commitment to the truth”
On the Solemnity of Christ the King, the patron of Catholic youths in Angola, young people in the Southern African nation have been urged to embrace service, love, and truth in their lives.
