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Mother in South Africa Convicted in Daughter’s Abduction, Christian Leaders Bemoan Her Involvement as “sad, shocking”
Members of the South African Council of Churches (SACC) have described the involvement of a woman in her child’s kidnapping in South Africa as a terrible case of betrayal.
Catholic official Hails Planned Annual Symposium of Regional Superiors in Africa in South Africa as “moment of grace”
The Communications Coordinator for the Leadership Conference of Consecrated Life in South Africa (LCCL-SA) has said the planned 2025 Symposium and 6th Annual General Meeting of the Conference of Major Superiors of Africa and Madagascar (COMSAM) is going to be a “moment of grace” for participants.
“Remain united with your pastor”: Apostolic Nuncio at Celebration of 75th Anniversary of Cameroon’s Buea Diocese
The Apostolic Nuncio in Cameroon has urged the people of God in the country’s Buea Catholic Diocese to foster unity and collaboration with their Local Ordinary, embrace their Christian identity, and recommit themselves to the mission of evangelization rooted in the hope of eternal life.
Pioneer Bishop of Tanzania’s Bagamoyo Catholic Diocese Urged to “feed the sheep” of Christ Like St. Peter
Bishop Lazarus Vitalis Msimbe of Tanzania’s Morogoro Catholic Diocese has urged the Local Ordinary of the country’s newly erected Episcopal See of Bagamoyo to live his new Church ministry in line with the Risen Lord’s instructions to Peter to take care of His flock.
Kenya’s Cardinal Njue “not been invited” to Papal Conclave? Nairobi Catholic Archbishop Clears Air, Cites Poor Health
Poor health is the reason why Kenya’s John Cardinal Njue did not travel to Rome to participate in the Papal Conclave to elect the successor to the late Pope Francis set to kick off on Wednesday, May 7, the Archbishop of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has clarified, clearing the air about the claim that the Kenyan Cardinal had “not been invited” to Rome for the exercise.
Cardinals Witness Destruction of Pope Francis’ Ring, Seal
The papal fisherman’s ring and lead seal were nulled during the 12th general congregation of the College of Cardinals on Tuesday.
Erection of Bagamoyo Diocese in Jubilee Year Part of Pope Francis’ “special regard” for Tanzania: Apostolic Nuncio
The late Pope Francis had a “special regard” for the people of God in Tanzania, which he demonstrated in “promptly” addressing the pastoral and administrative needs of the East African nation, the Apostolic Nuncio in the country has said.
Pope Francis “courageously called us to true ecological conversion”: Senegal’s President on Legacy of Late Pontiff
Senegal’s President has eulogized the late Pope Francis as a champion of ecological responsibility alongside his “unwavering fidelity” to the Gospel message.
Young Nigerians Urged to Emulate the Blessed Virgin Mary’s Purity and Courage, Pray Holy Rosary Daily in May
Catholic youths in Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja have been urged to participate fully in the planned Archdiocese’s Mariathon, a sacred journey in the month of May dedicated to the Blessed Mother Mary, the Star of the New Evangelization and Queen of Apostles.
Members of Oldest Catholic Parish Inland Kenya “adopt” Parts of Prayer Garden as Construction Begins
The construction of a prayer garden at St. Austin’s Msongari Parish of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has begun, with individuals, groups and families at the Parish “adopting” parts of the garden to fund its completion.
For Centuries, Church Institution in Angola “pillar” in Championing Justice, Education, Health: Catholic Archbishop
For centuries, Catholic missionaries and devoted Christians have played an important role in Angola’s state of progress as a “pillar” in championing justice and the country’s education and health sectors, Archbishop Zacarias Kamwenho has said.
Prioritize “children’s schooling” Over Gold Mining: Catholic Bishop in Angola to Parents, Guardians, Government
Formal education of children should be prioritized in Angola, Bishop Maurício Agostinho Camuto of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Caxito has told parents, guardians, and the government of the Southern African nation.
Priesthood “neither cultural association nor labour union”: Catholic Archbishop to Newly Ordained Priests in Angola
Priestly ordination and ministry is about participating in the mission of the person of Jesus Christ and therefore distinguished from human associations and other earthly groupings, Archbishop Gabriel Mbilingi of Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Lubango has said.
“Africa urgently needs peace”: RECOWA President at Opening Ceremony of Plenary Assembly in Senegal
The President of the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA) has underscored the urgent need for peace and stability in Africa amid reported cases of instability and persistent security challenges across the continent.
Argentine Priest in Angola Recalls His Friendship with Late Pope Francis, Eulogizes Him as “focused, determined”
Fr. Roberto Moçante, a compatriot of the late Pope Francis, has fond memories of his longtime friendship with the late Pontiff, then 13-year-old Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
Pastoral Agents in Nigeria Say National Reconciliation “the best way to honour Pope Francis”
Restoring harmony and unity across the West African nation of Nigeria would be “the best way” to show respect to the life and mission of the late Pope Francis, various pastoral agents in the country that is Africa’s most populous nation have told ACI Africa.
Late Pope Francis' Gift of Popemobile to Gaza Converted into Ambulance, Mobile Clinic to Assist Children
Before his death, Pope Francis donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile clinic to assist children in Gaza, one of the communities hardest hit by the war and humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.
“Horrific, evil attack” on Secretary General of Tanzania’s Catholic Bishops “deeply” Saddening: Conference President
The April 30 attack and injury of the Secretary General of the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), Fr. Charles Kitima, is “deeply” saddening, the leadership of the East African nation’s Conference of Catholic Bishops has said.
Seven Franciscan Capuchins in Nigeria Die in Road Accident, Leadership Appeals for Spiritual Solidarity
Members of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) in Nigeria are appealing for prayers following a road accident that claimed the lives of seven of their brothers and left several others injured.
Papal Foundation’s Annual Grant Distribution to Honor the Legacy of Pope Francis
Following the death of Pope Francis last month, the Papal Foundation’s annual distribution of humanitarian aid will be in memory of the Holy Father’s legacy, the organization said in a press release.
