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Today, February 9, we celebrate St. Apollonia of Alexandria
St. Apollonia was a holy virgin who suffered martyrdom in Alexandria during a local uprising against the Christians in the early 3rd century.
Shun “every form of vanity”: Vatican Cardinal to Newly Ordained Deacons in South Sudan
The Prefect for the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development (DPIHD) has called upon the three Deacons he ordained in South Sudan on Thursday, February 8, the Feast of St. Josephine Bakhita, to shun all forms of pride and self-idolatry, which he said would distance them from God’s graces.
St. Bakhita, “strong example of being hopeful”: Vatican Cardinal at Mass in South Sudan
St. Josephine Bakhita, the patron saint of victims of modern slavery and human trafficking, is a model of resilience and hope worth emulating, the Prefect for the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development (DPIHD) has said.
Postponing Polls Threat to Senegal’s “enviable democratic credentials”: Catholic Entity
The decision to postpone of the presidential elections in Senegal threatens the West African country’s democratic reputation, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has said.
PMC Members “pillars” of Vocations to Religious Life: Pontifical Mission Official in Kenya
Members of the Pontifical Missionary Children (PMC), a society founded on the motto “children helping children” that aims to the Catholic faith to children from 0-14 years, are a key source of and strength to vocations to Priestly and Religious Life, an official of the Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) in Kenya has said.
“Nigeria fast becoming a hostile, killing field”: Catholic Bishops in Ibadan Province
Catholic Bishops in Nigeria’s Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province (IEP) are alarmed by the recurrent and “pervasive” security challenges in the West African nation, which they compare to a battlefield characterized with hostility and killing.
In New Book, Cardinal Highlights His “unwavering commitment” to Fostering Peace in Nigeria
In a new book, John Cardinal Onaiyekan has highlighted his involvement in peacebuilding initiatives in his native country of Nigeria, and across the globe.
Shun “temptation of material attachment”: Catholic Bishop in Mozambique to Consecrated
Women and men Religious need to make every effort to free their hearts from worldly attractions if they have to advance the Kingdom of God, Bishop António Manuel Bogaio Constantino has said.
Survivor of Human Trafficking St. Josephine Bakhita Discovered God’s Infinite Love
On the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking, we honor the Sudanese-Italian saint Josephine Bakhita.
Lent 2024: Catholic Resources to Help You Grow in Your Faith
This list of Catholic resources can help you grow closer to the Lord this Lenten season.
“Very worrying”: Catholic Bishop in Kenya on Violence in Families, Urges Love, Respect
Increased cases of violence involving family members in Kenya is “very worrying”, the Local Ordinary of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Kitui has said.
Today, February 8, we celebrate St. Josephine Bakhita
Josefina Bakhita was born in Sudan (Africa) and lived through slavery for much of her life. The name Bakhita, which means "fortunate," she obtained through her captors at age 9, and Josefina's, twelve years after her when she received her baptism.
St. Bakhita “a firm presence in my vocational journey”: Catholic Bishop in South Sudan
Italian-born Bishop Christian Carlassare of the Catholic Diocese of Rumbek in South Sudan traces his journey to Religious and Missionary life to St. Josephine Bakhita.
Pupils Abducted from Nigerian Christian School Freed, Driver Killed, Bishops Lament
Six children and two teachers of Apostolic Faith Church Primary and Secondary School, Emure, who were reportedly abducted while returning home on a bus after school hours on January 29 have regained their freedom.
At PMS Kenya Annual Meeting, Bishop Calls for Contemporary “effective evangelizers”
The contemporary world needs “effective evangelizers”, Bishop John Mbinda of Kenya’s Lodwar Diocese has told officials of the Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) in the East African nation.
Marian Grotto in Cameroonian Catholic Diocese Vandalized, Investigations Ongoing
The Marian Grotto of Our Lady of the Fields Mbandjock Parish of Cameroon’s Catholic Diocese of Obala has been vandalized, the Parish Priest has said.
In Holy Land visit, Catholic Relief Services Head Sees "hope and resiliency" amid Chaos
Sean Callahan said he was able to witness the countless displaced individuals and families that have struggled in Gaza since the Israel-Hamas conflict began.
U.S. House Advances Bill to Increase Sanctions on Nigeria Over Persecution of Christians
Sponsored by Rep. Chris Smith, the resolution would call on the Biden administration to designate Nigeria a “country of particular concern.”
Today, February 7, we celebrate St. Richard
St. Richard was orphaned at a young age. His brother inherited his parents' estate after he was of age, but the death tax was so great that they were sent into poverty, and Richard had to work on his brother's farm.
After Day of Prayer, Deceased Catholic Women Had “reconciled with God”: Bishop in Kenya
The members of the Catholic Women Association (CWA) in Kenya, who died in a road accident while returning from the National Prayer Day on February 3 were at peace with God, Bishop Joseph Maluki Mwongela has said.
