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“Democracy has to be an instrument of development”: Catholic Bishop in Nigeria
On the occasion of Democracy Day in Nigeria marked annually on June 12, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese has underscored the importance of democracy, saying it should be “an instrument of development.
Uganda’s Fort Portal Catholic Diocese Starts Dairy Farming to Boost Income
The Catholic Diocese of Fort Portal in the East African nation of Uganda has started a zero-grazing dairy farm as a source of income, as well as to promote modernized agriculture in the Diocese.
Today, June 12, We Celebrate St. Gaspar Bertoni
St. Gasper was born in Verona, Italy in 1777. He was baptized the day after. It is known that he was from an affluent family, and that his family's faith-life was also quite notable.
“Our hearts are torn, the nation mourns”: Malawi's Bishops after Death of Vice President and Nine Others Confirmed
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) have joined the entire people of God in the East African nation in mourning the Vice President, Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and nine others who perished in a plane crash on Monday, June 10.
Catholic Church in Africa is Booming, But Faces "Big Challenges," Says Continent’s Newest Cardinal
One of Africa’s newest cardinals affirmed that the people of his continent will play a leading role in the future of Catholicism, but also acknowledged that the Church in Africa faces serious challenges amid its boom.
Catholic Bishops in Kenya Ask Government to Pay Heed to Cries Over Contested Finance Bill
Members of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) have urged the government to establish a tax regime that is in favor of the country’s economic growth, cautioning against “punitive taxes” in the proposed Finance Bill 2024, which they say is oppressive to Kenyans.
Bishops in Africa Laud Theologians’ Weekly Conversations on Synod on Synodality
Catholic Bishops in Africa have lauded the weekly conversations organized by African theologians on the Synod on Synodality, noting that the Friday engagements will deepen the understanding of the synod.
Malawi's Vice President, a "devout Catholic", among 10 Confirmed Dead in Plane Crash
The Vice President of Malawi, Saulos Chilima, and nine others have been confirmed dead in a plane crash.
Youths in Angola Invited to Massively Participate in Planned Festival
The Youth Secretariat in Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda has called on young people in the Metropolitan See to “massively participate” in the youth festival scheduled for August 7-11.
Cardinal in CAR Urges New Bishop to be Attentive to Needs of Impoverished Community
The Archbishop of Bangui Archdiocese in the Central African Republic (CAR) has urged the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bangassou to be a source of hope for the impoverished community he has been called to serve.
African Palaver Series is “a call to action” on Synod on Synodality: Kenyan Nun
African theologians, priests, religious, and laity have embarked on a series of synodal conversations, describing their encounter ahead of the October session in Rome as a call to action for all the people of God in Africa to make their voices heard in the Synod on Synodality.
Today, June 11, We Celebrate St. Barnabas, apostle
Catholics celebrate the memory of St. Barnabas on June 11. The apostle and missionary was among Christ's earliest followers and was responsible for welcoming St. Paul into the Church.
Search for Aircraft Carrying Malawi’s Vice President, a “devout Catholic”, Ongoing
Search and rescue operations are ongoing in Malawi to recover the aircraft carrying Malawi’s vice president and nine others after the plane went missing on Monday, June 10.
Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan Sends out Prayer Appeal for Priest Abducted from Parish Rectory
The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan has sent out a prayer appeal, seeking the “urgent and safe release” of Fr. Gabriel Ukeh who was abducted from a parish rectory on Sunday, June 9.
Marian Apparition Reported at a Parishioner’s Home in Cameroon Requires Thorough Discernment: Archbishop
Thorough discernment is needed in the alleged apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the residence of a faithful in the Catholic Archdiocese of Bamenda, the Archbishop of the Metropolitan See has said.
Newly Ordained Catholic Bishop in Ghana Told to Extend Kindness to All
The president of the Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference (GCBC) has encouraged Bishop John Opoku-Agyemang, the newly Consecrated Bishop of Ghana’s Konongo-Mampong Diocese to extend his kindness and compassion to all during his Episcopal ministry.
Youths in Angola Seek to “encounter faith” in Planned Archdiocesan Festival
Plans are underway in the Catholic Archdiocese of Luanda in Angola for a youth festival that will offer young people an opportunity to renew their faith in Christ.
Education Should Foster Intellectual, Spiritual Development: SECAM Official to Universities in Africa
The Secretary General of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has urged chaplains of Catholic universities in Africa to champion education that fosters both intellectual and spiritual development.
Today, June 10, We Celebrate Blessed Edward Poppe
Blessed Edward Poppe is a contemporary saint. He died at the young age of 33.
Catholic Nun in Angola Links Elevation of Congregation to “spirit of communion in communities”
The Superior General of the Franciscan Sisters Servants Restorers of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament (SFRJS) in Angola has attributed the growth of the congregation that was elevated to a full province in 2023 to the “spirit of communion in communities.”
