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Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Push for Economic Policies that Address “prevailing hardships”
Christian leaders in Nigeria are calling on the government to formulate economic policies that will address the country’s “prevailing hardships”.
Catholic Bishop Suggests Debt Restructuring to Address Malawi’s Economic Hardships
The Catholic Bishop of Malawi’s Karonga Diocese has urged the government of Malawi to prioritize negotiations on restructuring the country’s debt to salvage the citizens of the country from the economic hardships they are experiencing.
Pope Francis: Discernment Helps us Find the Gems among the Junk
Pope Francis on Sunday encouraged Christians to learn how to seek and find the precious things in life, including a relationship with Christ and others.
8 Unique Things to Know about World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon
After four years of waiting — one year longer than expected due to the pandemic — and fears that the pope’s health issues would force another postponement, World Youth Day (WYD) 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal, will finally take place in a few days, from Aug. 1–6, and it promises to be unique in many ways.
Great Win for Deaf Community: Priest on Recognition of Sign Language in South Africa
The Coordinator for the Office of Ministry to Deaf Community at the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has lauded the recognition of South African Sign Language (SASL) as an official language in South Africa, describing the move as a great win for the country’s deaf community.
“Church in Angola looks to you with admiration”: Nuncio to Consecrated Persons
The Apostolic Nuncio in Angola has expressed appreciation to Consecrated men and women in the country saying the Church looks upon them with “admiration and gratitude.”
How Togolese Catholic Diocese is Seeking to Prevent Abortions among Young People
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Aného in Togo has written to the Pontifical and charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, expressing the need to teach young people in the Togolese Diocese the importance of preserving their dignity, and avoiding sexual relations until they are married.
Activists Decry “State Extremism” Following Ban Backed by Christian Leaders in Nigeria
The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) has condemned the criminalization of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Monday ‘sit-at-home’ order in Nigeria’s Enugu State, saying that the move amounts to impunity.
Vatican Announces Schedule of Pope Francis' Trip to France in September
Less than three weeks after he returns from Mongolia in early September, Pope Francis will travel internationally again with a day trip to Marseille, France, Sept. 22–23. It will be his third trip over a six-week period, as he will be in Lisbon, Portugal, Aug. 2–6 for World Youth Day.
Today, July 29, We Celebrate St. Martha
Saint Martha is mentioned in three Gospel passages: Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-53, and John 12:1-9, and the type of friendship between her and her siblings, Mary and Lazarus, with the Lord Jesus is evident in these passages.
South Sudanese Catholic Diocese Appeals for Help to Support Returnees from War-Torn Sudan
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Malakal in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State has described the situation of returnees from war-torn Sudan as “very bad” and appealed to the international community to support the diocese that is reaching out to those affected by the violence.
Zambian Faith, Civil Societies Urge Government to Provide Clarity on Electoral Reforms
Church leaders under the auspices of the Christian Churches Monitoring Group (CCMG) in Zambia are among Faith-Based (FBOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) calling on the government to provide clarity on constitutional and electoral law reforms.
Catholic Journalists in Uganda Urged to Use Media to Promote Pastoral Activities
Catholic journalists in Uganda have been urged to use the various means of communication in promoting the Church’s pastoral activities.
Caritas Rwanda Launches Rehabilitation Program for Malnourished Children
Over 100 malnourished children in Rwanda’s Rulindo District in the Catholic Archdiocese of Kigali are beneficiaries of a comprehensive rehabilitation program that Caritas initiated in the East African nation.
Holy See and Vietnam Progress Towards Diplomatic Relations
In a significant move towards establishing full diplomatic relations, the Holy See and Vietnam have agreed to work towards the establishment of a Resident Papal Representative in Hanoi.
Rome Announces Major Construction Project in Preparation for 2025 Jubilee Year
In anticipation of the Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year, the city of Rome presented a major infrastructure project Friday that will create a pedestrian pathway from St. Peter’s Square to Castel Sant’Angelo.
Here Are Answers to Your Questions about World Youth Day 2023
As World Youth Day (WYD) approaches and pilgrims from all over the world pack their bags and prepare to embark on their journey, we compiled a list of answers to all your questions about WYD.
Mother Angelica’s "first daughter" Sister Regina Dies
Sister Mary Regina of the Holy Angels, the first religious sister to join Mother Angelica’s monastery in Hanceville, Alabama, died July 22 at age 78 after a battle with cancer.
“Calm in the streets”: Catholic Priest Weighs in On Situation in Niger After Coup
Nigerien streets are experiencing calm following a military coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum from power, a Catholic Missionary Priest serving in Niger’s capital city of Niamey has said.
Catholic Bishops in Africa to Focus on “practical experience of Synodality” on SECAM Day
Members of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) are expected to deliberate on the “practical experience” of the Synod on Synodality on the occasion of the annual SECAM Day.
