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Christian Foundation Urges UN to Focus Attention on Nigeria’s Deteriorating Security
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), an international human rights body that advocates for religious freedom, is calling on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHCR) to be attentive to the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria where Islamist groups are reportedly persecuting Christians.
South African Archbishop Warns of Selfishness, Jealousy as Most Toxic Emotions in Marriage
A Catholic Archbishop in South Africa has cautioned married couples and those considering marriage against selfishness and jealousy, describing both emotions as toxic to any relationship.
Parishioners of Catholic Outstation in Kenya Reinitiating Inactive Members Back to Faith
Members of St. Paul’s Catholic Church Ndeu, an Outstation of St. John the Evangelist Hindi Parish of Kenya’s Malindi Diocese, are visiting non-practicing Parishioners in view of bringing them back to the Catholic faith.
Catholic University in Malawi Donates Medical Equipment to Archdiocesan Facility
The leadership of the Catholic University of Malawi (CUNIMA) has donated medical equipment to St. Joseph-Nguludi Mission Hospital of the Archdiocese of Blantyre.
Catholic Bishops in Tanzania Reach Out to Persons with Disabilities on COVID-19 Prevention
Catholic Bishops in Tanzania are reaching out to persons with disabilities in a training that seeks to equip the blind and deaf with COVID-19 prevention strategies.
Catholic Sisters in Kenya Mourn Founding Superior General who “took after Mary’s heart”
Sr. Marie Therese Gacambi lived true to the values of her model Mother Mary in the way she encouraged deep reflection, humility, and obedience to Jesus among members of the Assumption Sisters of Nairobi (ASN) in Kenya, where she was the first African Superior General.
Nigerian Diocese Places “temporary moratorium” on Catholic Priest-founded Congregation
The leadership of Nigeria’s Aba Diocese has announced a “temporary moratorium” on the ordinary functioning of the Congregation of Christ the Emmanuel (CCE), a Public Faithful Association founded by a Nigerian Catholic Priest.
Formation Programs of Catholic Sisters in South Sudanese Diocese Halted amid Violence
Two formation programs of the Sisters of Our Lady of Peace in South Sudan’s Tombura-Yambio Diocese have been halted amid violence and insecurity, the leadership of the Diocesan Congregation has said.
Catholic Entity in Africa Mobilizing Signatures to Advocate for Climate Friendly Decisions
The leadership of Laudato Si’ Movement in Africa, a Catholic organization championing for the care of the earth and ecological justice, is calling on Christians across the continent to append their signatures to the Healthy Planet, Healthy People Catholic Petition and lobby political leaders to make climate friendly decisions.
Procreation Not “the only purpose of marriage”: South African Catholic Priest
Procreation is not the only reason behind marriage, a Catholic Priest in South Africa has said at the ongoing marriage awareness campaign of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC).
Governors’ Hateful Utterances “not a good example for our people”: Nigerian Archbishop
The hateful utterances between two Governors in Nigeria are a cause for concern for a Catholic Archbishop in the West African nation who has said such “confrontation” is not a good public show to ordinary people.
Catholic Nollywood Film Confirms Triumph of Good Over Evil amid Christian Persecution
Those who have watched “The Oratory”, a film that tells the story of St. Don Bosco, the founder of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), have spoken about a groundbreaking movie whose happy ending confirms that good always triumphs over evil, especially in the context of persecution against Christians.
Food, Healthcare Urgent Needs for Displaced Persons in Mozambique: Catholic Bishop
Displaced persons in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Province covered by the Catholic Diocese of Pemba are in urgent need of food and health care, the Apostolic Administrator of the Mozambican Diocese has said.
Vatican Entity Urges Support for African Migrants on Durban Declaration Anniversary
The Secretary for Relations with States of the Holy See, Archbishop Paul Gallagher, has called for support of Africa’s rising numbers of refugees and migrants who, he says, continue to experience racism and xenophobic attacks in the countries of destination.
“Work for transformation of world in which we live”:Catholic Bishop to Nigerian Christians
Each Christian is called, “in his DNA”, to transform the place he or she lives, a Catholic Bishop has told Christians in his native country of Nigeria.
Nigeria’s Catholic Politicians, Business Leaders Pledge to Fully Address Bishops’ Concerns
Politicians and business persons in Nigeria who are members of the Catholic Politicians and Captains of Industry Forum (CPCIF) have, in a collective statement, promised to see to it that insecurity concerns raised by Catholic Bishops last month are “fully” addressed.
Reflect on God-given Mandate to Protect Creation: Catholic Priest in Zambia to Christians
Christians in the Southern African nation of Zambia are being challenged to reflect on the mandate received from the Lord to protect and care for creation.
“Take necessary steps to protect fundamental rights”: Caritas Africa, Europe to Leaders
On the occasion of the International Day of Peace marked Tuesday, September 21, officials of Caritas Africa and Caritas Europe have encouraged leaders on the two continents to put in place mechanisms to address “social exclusion” and work toward protecting citizens’ “fundamental rights.”
Catholic Charity Documents Harrowing Encounters of Boko Haram Victims in Nigeria
For years, Jeraiva has fought to rid his mind of the harrowing images of his youngest brothers being burnt to death while they were sleeping in their house in Bauchi, a State in Northern Nigeria.
Mouths Speak Peace, “but activities full of atrocities”: South Sudanese Catholic Bishop
The warring parties in South Sudan’s conflict need to go beyond talking about peace, and walk the talk, a South Sudanese Catholic Bishop has said.
