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Christmas “feast of love incarnate, born for us in Jesus Christ”: Pope Francis
Pope Francis said Wednesday that Christmas brings joy and strength that can remove the pessimism that has spread in human hearts as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Francis Recognizes Martyrdom of Judge Killed by Mafia in Italy, to be Beatified
Pope Francis has recognized the martyrdom of Rosario Livatino, a judge who was brutally killed by the mafia on his commute to work at a courthouse in Sicily.
Pope Francis Urges Roman Curia to Confront the "ecclesial crisis"
Pope Francis urged the Roman Curia Monday not to view the Church in terms of conflict, but to see the current “ecclesial crisis” as a call to renewal.
‘Consumerism has stolen Christmas’ : Pope Francis
Pope Francis advised Catholics Sunday not to waste time complaining about coronavirus restrictions, but to focus instead on helping those in need.
Pope Francis Calls for "culture of care" in 2021 World Peace Day Message
Pope Francis appealed for a “culture of care” in his message for the 2021 World Day of Peace released Thursday.
Pope Francis Appoints Vicar Apostolic for Chad’s Mongo Vicariate
The Delegate Vicar of Chad’s Mongo Vicariate, Msgr. Philippe Abbo Chen is expected to serve as the Vicar Apostolic of the same Vicariate following his appointment by the Holy Father.
Bishops in Mozambique Convene Interreligious Symposium on Pope Francis’ Fratelli Tutti
A symposium focusing on fraternal living that is emphasized in Pope Francis’ most recent Encyclical Letter, Fratelli Tutti brought together Christians from different denominations in Mozambique, Muslims as well as believers from the Hindu community who learnt the importance of living together in harmony.
Algerian Archbishop Remembered for Courage, Love for Country Laid to Rest
The late Archbishop emeritus of Algiers in Algeria, Henri Teissier, who was laid to rest Wednesday, December 9 is being eulogized for his courage and love for the North African nation.
Pope Francis Grants Plenary Indulgence to Catholics Marking Guadalupe Feast at Home
Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence to Catholics celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe at home this Saturday.
Vicar General of Nigeria’s Minna Diocese Appointed Auxiliary Bishop
The Vicar General of Nigeria’s Minna Diocese, Msgr. Luka Sylvester Gopep, is expected to serve as the Auxiliary Bishop of the same Diocese following his appointment by the Holy Father.
"Even death trembles when a Christian prays": Pope Francis
Prayer is so powerful that “even death trembles when a Christian prays,” Pope Francis said at the general audience Wednesday.
As Priest, “be outward looking, be for others”: South African Bishop at Ordination
On the occasion of a Priestly ordination in South Africa over the weekend, the Bishop who preached encouraged the new Priest to cultivate “a big heart” that is concerned with the needs of others in line with Pope Francis’ latest Encyclical, Fratelli Tutti.
Pope Francis Proclaims Year of St. Joseph
Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph Tuesday in honor of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s proclamation as patron of the Universal Church.
The Immaculate Conception is "one of the wonders of the story of salvation": Pope Francis
The Immaculate Conception is “one of the wonders of the story of salvation,” Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Tuesday.
Pope Francis Donates to Mozambique’s Victims of Attacks in “gesture of pastoral charity”
Pope Francis has donated 100,000 Euros to support victims of militant attacks in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Province within the Catholic Diocese of Pemba.
Rwanda’s President Rallies Citizens to Support Ministry of Country's First Cardinal
The President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame has rallied Rwandans to support the ministry of the country’s first Cardinal, Antoinne Kambanda, just as they have shared in the joy of his elevation to Cardinalate.
Pope Francis Approves Overhaul of Vatican’s Financial Watchdog
Pope Francis approved Saturday sweeping changes to the Vatican’s financial watchdog authority.
Ask God for the Gift of Conversion in Advent: Pope Francis
We should ask God for the gift of conversion this Advent, Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Sunday.
Pope Francis Establishes Worldwide Prayer Network as Vatican Body
Pope Francis has established the global network that promotes his monthly prayer intentions as a Vatican body.
Jubilation, Appreciation, Optimism High in South Sudan Days after New Bishop’s Appointment
Days after the appointment of the new Bishop for South Sudan’s Wau Diocese, members of the lay faithful belonging to the Diocese and others who have interacted with the Bishop-elect have expressed their joy to ACI Africa at the Holy Father’s decision.
