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Everyone is in Debt to God's Mercy, Pope Francis says
Showing and receiving God’s mercy are central aspects of Christian life – and everyone is in debt to God for the mercy he has already been shown, Pope Francis said during his general audience address Wednesday.
Pope Francis Encourages Small Acts of Love During Coronavirus Quarantine
While many are stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis says that there are many small acts of love and kindness one can do for others without leaving the house.
Pope Francis Prays For Those Who Have Died From Coronavirus
Pope Francis offered Mass Wednesday for all the people who have died from the coronavirus, including medical staff who have lost their lives after helping the sick.
Vicar General of Kenya’s Kitui Diocese Appointed Bishop, Says He’ll Foster Unity, Service
The Vicar General of the Diocese of Kitui in Kenya who has been appointed Bishop of the same diocese has told ACI Africa in an interview that he will prioritize fostering the unity of the people of God and active involvement in evangelization in his episcopal ministry.
Pope Francis Reforms Vatican City Courts With New Law
The new law provides enhanced safeguards for the independence of judges and prosecutors in Vatican City.
French Bishop Tests Positive for Coronavirus After Vatican Visit
A French bishop who visited the Vatican last week has tested positive for coronavirus, his diocese announced Monday.
Plans underway for the installation of Juba Archbishop Elect, Vatican, Bishops Supportive
Plans are underway for the installation of the new Archbishop of South Sudan’s Archdiocese of Juba, Stephen Ameyu, with the Vatican and the Bishops in Sudan and South Sudan expressing full support of the event scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 22.
Amid Coronavirus Isolation, Catholics Are United in Christ, Pope Francis Says
As many Catholics are unable to attend Mass or gather because of the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis recalled the Church’s spiritual communion as the Body of Christ, united in prayer.
Amid Coronavirus Pandemic, Pope's Easter Liturgies Closed to Public
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis’ liturgies for Holy Week and Easter, which usually include the presence of thousands of people, will be held without public attendance this year.
Pope Francis Prays for Pastors amid "drastic measures" to Contain COVID-19
Pope Francis offered his Mass on Friday for pastors, that they might discern well the proper measures to take to protect their parishioners during the coronavirus crisis without leaving them feeling abandoned.
Beyond Press Statement: What Juba Archbishop Emeritus Told Journalists on Pope’s Decision
The controversy surrounding the appointment of South Sudanese Bishop Stephen Ameyu as the new Archbishop of Juba took a curious twist earlier this week when Archbishop Emeritus, Paolino Lukudu Loro not only broke his silence through a press statement but also spoke to journalists, accusing the Vatican of forcing the Archbishop elect on the people.
Pope Francis: Do not Forget the Poor During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The suffering of the poor cannot be ignored during the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis said Thursday in his televised morning homily.
Back-and-forth Protests against Juba Archbishop-elect Get Violent, Emeritus Breaks Silence
Pope Francis’ reconfirmation of his earlier appointment of South Sudanese Bishop Stephen Ameyu as the new Archbishop of Juba was expected to put an end to the controversies around politics of succession in the only Metropolitan See of the world’s youngest nation.
Pope Francis Announces a 2022 Synod on Synodality
The next ordinary Synod of Bishops will be a synod on synodality, the Vatican announced March 7.
Papal Transfer in South Sudan Reconfirmed, Installation Date of Archbishop Announced
Pope Francis has reconfirmed his earlier appointment of Bishop Stephen Ameyu of South Sudan’s Torit Diocese as the new Archbishop of the only Metropolitan See in the world’s youngest nation and announced the date of his installation, a move that seems to put an end to controversies around politics of succession in the Archdiocese of Juba.
Pope Francis Has a 'common cold,' Vatican Says, Amid Italy's Coronavirus Outbreak
Pope Francis was reportedly tested for the novel coronavirus, Covid-19, with negative results, an Italian newspaper said Tuesday.
Coronavirus Postpones Pope's Global Economic Summit
The three-day conference, named for St. Francis and scheduled to meet in Assisi, was planned to take place March 26-28 with 2,000 economists and entrepreneurs traveling from 115 countries.
Pope Francis Postpones Official Audiences, Works from Home for Second Day
Pope Francis postponed his official audiences for Friday, but maintained his private meeting schedule at his residence in Vatican City. The decision comes after the pope was reported to have a “slight” illness by Vatican a spokesman.
Pope Francis Fails to Meet with Rome Priests “due to a slight indisposition”
Pope Francis did not attend a scheduled meeting with Rome priests Thursday morning due to a “slight indisposition,” a Vatican spokesman said.
People of God in Benin Urged to “walk in the footsteps of democracy” in Lent Message
A call to conversion is the key highlight of this year’s lent season in Benin, as the country celebrates 30 years since the establishment of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) and the birth of democracy in the West African country.
