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“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.
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.”
“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. .
Today, November 27, We Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Today, November 27, is the Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
Today, November 27, We Celebrate St. Francesco Antonio Fasani
St. Francesco (Francis) Antonio Fasani was born as Giovanneillo in Lucera, Italy in 1681, the son of Giuseppe Fasani and Isabella Della Monaca. He entered the Conventual Franciscans in 1695 and took the names of St. Francis and St. Anthony.
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.
Amid Rising Conflicts, the World Needs Christ the King: Nigerian Catholic Archbishop
The Feast of Christ the King remains significant in addressing global challenges such as conflicts, corruption, and terrorism, Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has said.
Today, November 26, We Celebrate St. Leonard of Port Maurice
St. Leonard was born on December 20, 1676 in Porto Maurizio, Italy. He was given the name Paul Jerome Casanova by his father, Domenico Casanova, a sea captain, and his mother, Anna Maria Benza.
“So many people ... full of hope”: Director of German Catholic Bishops’ Development Entity on First-ever Visit to Africa
One word that captures the experience of the Director General of Misereor during his recently concluded first-ever visit to Africa is “hope”.
Sudan’s Cardinal Looks into Future of Church with Hope amid Civil War, Dwindling Number of Pastoral Agents
Sudan’s Gabriel Cardinal Zubeir Wako has expressed optimism that the new Catholic year starting with Advent 2024 Season on Sunday, December 1 will renew the faith in the country, where he says the number of the Consecrated people is declining amid civil war.
Oldest Catholic Priest in Nigeria Dies at 104, Eulogized as “dedicated, compassionate Priest”
Mons. Thomas Oleghe, the oldest Priest in Nigeria has passed on at the age of 104.
Catholic University in Zimbabwe Launches Psycho-Spiritual Initiative to Address Widespread Mental Health Conditions
The Catholic University of Zimbabwe (CUZ) has initiated a psycho-spiritual program to address mental health challenges emanating from unemployment, domestic violence and bereavement among other factors in the southern African nation.
Today, November 25, We Celebrate St. Catherine of Alexandria
Catholics and other Christians around the world celebrate today, Nov. 25, the memorial of St. Catherine of Alexandria, a revered martyr of the fourth century.
“We are in trouble”: Catholic Priests Lament as Less Known Jihadist Group Makes Inroads in Nigeria
Two Catholic Priests from Nigeria have lamented about the worsening security situation in the West African nation, noting that recent activities by the less-known Lakurawa jihadist group in the country’s Northwest region spells trouble for the region that is still battling widespread Boko Haram insurgency.
First-ever Teen STAR Congress in Nairobi Seeking to “modify” Curriculum to Give “it an African identity”: Facilitator
Animators of the Teen STAR curriculum across Africa have been given the go-ahead and modify the Catholic formation program in ways that bring out Africa’s “rich cultural heritage.”
