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Bishop Evelio Menjivar Ayala, the Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Washington DC in the U.S. addressing students and the administrative staff of the Catholic University of South Sudan (CAUSS) on Tuesday, September 12 in Juba. Credit: Credit: Kerbino Kuel Deng/ACI Africa

“Only love can bring healing”: U.S. Catholic Bishop to South Sudanese Students

Sep 12, 2023

The Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Washington DC in the U.S. has underscored the value of love in healing and mending broken relationships.

Cardinal-elect Víctor Manuel Fernández was appointed by Pope Francis on July 1, 2023, to become the next prefect for the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. | Credit: Courtesy of Archdiocese of La Plata

Doctrine of Faith Prefect Appointee Welcomes Debate, Warns Bishops about “schism” Risks

Sep 12, 2023

Cardinal-elect Víctor Manuel Fernández, who is poised to take up his position as the head of the Vatican’s chief doctrinal office in the coming days, has signaled an openness to theological debates, saying they help deepen the Church’s understanding of the Gospel.

A camp for survivors of the September 8 deadly earthquake in Morocco. Credit: Rabat Archdiocese

Caritas Rabat Reaching Out to Victims of Deadly Earthquake in Morocco

Sep 11, 2023

The humanitarian arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Rabat, Caritas Rabat, is providing assistance to victims of the September 8 deadly earthquake in Morocco that, according to media reports, has left at least 2,000 people dead, and caused widespread damage in and around the Northern African nation’s city of Marrakesh.

Credit: Jesuits Justice and Ecology Network Africa (JENA)

African Union Admission to G20 Reflection of Pope Francis’ Plea for Global Justice: Jesuit

Sep 11, 2023

The admission of the African Union (AU) to the Group of Twenty, the intergovernmental forum comprising 19 sovereign countries, the European Union (EU) popularly known as the G20, mirrors Pope Francis’ appeal for global justice, an African member of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) has said.

Bishop Edouard Tsimba Ngoma and Bishop Edouard Isango Nkoyo during the 9 September Episcopal Ordination. Credit: Kinshasa Archdiocese

Cardinal in DR Congo Cautions Newly Consecrated Bishops against Fear “to denounce evil”

Sep 11, 2023

Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo has urged the newly Consecrated Auxiliary Bishops of Kinshasa Archdiocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to “denounce evil” fearlessly during their Episcopal Ministry.

Catholic Bishops in Nigeria with Archbishop Antonio Guido Filipazzi. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

“Unforgettable”: Outgoing Apostolic Nuncio on His Six-year Experience in Nigeria

Sep 11, 2023

The outgoing Apostolic Nuncio in Nigeria has described his six years of diplomatic service in the West African nation of Nigeria as “unforgettable”.

Logo of the Southern Africa Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC). Credit: SACBC

Catholic Bishops Eulogize South African Politician, Zulu Prince as a “committed Christian”

Sep 11, 2023

Members of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) have eulogized the late South African politician and Zulu Prince, Mangosuthu Gatsha Buthelezi as a “committed Christian.”

Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama (First from left ) during the opening Mass of the 2nd Plenary of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at Holy Trinity Church, Maitamain in Abuja Archdiocese. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese.

Catholic Archbishop Cautions against Use of “religion as a weapon of violence” in Nigeria

Sep 11, 2023

The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has urged the people of God in the West African nation to address the “real problems” they face, and cautioned against the use of religion to foster a culture of violence in the country. 

Pope Francis presided over Mass at the Rome War Cemetery for the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, All Souls' Day, on Nov. 2, 2023. | Daniel Ibáñez/EWTN/Vatican Pool

Pope Francis Urges Faithful to "be close to the people of Morocco" in Wake of Earthquake

Sep 11, 2023

Pope Francis expressed solidarity with the people of Morocco on Sunday in the wake of that country’s devastating earthquake and offered his prayers for material help in response to the tragedy and the charity group pledging to help distribute it.

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“Profound”: Catholic Priest in Kenya Recalls Cardinal Otunga’s Life of Ceaseless Prayers

Sep 11, 2023

Michael Maurice Cardinal Otunga spent his final days, old and frail, committed to prayer in a home for the elderly people in Kenya.

Archbishop Hubertus van Megen, the Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya and South Sudan presiding over Mass during the Mother Teresa Feast Day Celebration at Home of Mercy, Huruma in the Archdiocese of Nairobi on Tuesday, September 5. Credit: Radio Waumini

Religious, Priestly Life Not about “gold medal for the best behavior”: Nuncio in Kenya

Sep 10, 2023

Joining and living Religious and Priestly Life is not to be compared to a sport competition that involves medals for the best performers, the representative of the Holy Father in Kenya has said.

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Catholic Peace Entity Allays Fears of “a possible coup” in Cameroon

Sep 10, 2023

The Cameroonian government has put in place the system of “divide and rule”, which makes attempts by the country’s military to overthrow President Paul Biya impossible, a Catholic peace entity has said, allaying fears of “a possible coup” in the Central African nation.

Bishop Joseph-Bernard Likolo Bokal’Etumba of the Catholic Diocese of Lisala in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Credit: DIACENCO

Catholic Bishop in DR Congo Calls for “greater vigilance” ahead of 2023 General Elections

Sep 10, 2023

Bishop Joseph-Bernard Likolo Bokal’Etumba of the Catholic Diocese of Lisala in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has urged the electorate in the Central African nation to exercise “greater vigilance” ahead of the country’s general elections scheduled for December 20.

Fr. Justine Dyikuk. Credit: Fr. Justine Dyikuk/Facebook

Catholic Priest’s Research Recommends Change of Tact in Fighting Nigeria’s Insurgency

Sep 10, 2023

A Catholic Priest in Nigeria is urging authorities in the West African nation to be more strategic in addressing insurgency in the country, and not to only rely on the military approach.

Pope Francis waves to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square for his Angelus reflection on Sept. 10, 2023. | Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis: Addressing Others’ Wrongs "without rancor" Requires Kindness, Courage

Sep 10, 2023

To dialogue with someone who has wronged us is a process that requires “real courage,” Pope Francis said Sunday, reflecting on the theme of “fraternal correction.”

Pope Francis gives his general audience address in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sept. 13, 2023. | Credit: Vatican Media

Morocco’s Deadly Earthquake: Pope Francis Offers Country “prayerful communion”

Sep 9, 2023

Pope Francis has offered Morocco “prayerful communion” following the Friday, September 8 deadly earthquake that, according to media reports, has left at least 1,300 people dead, and caused widespread damage in and around the Northern African nation’s city of Marrakesh.

Screenshot of military officers in Gabon announcing that they had seized power. Credit: Gabon National Television

What SECAM Wants Done to Address Crises in Coup-affected Countries in Africa

Sep 9, 2023

Members of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) have weighed in on military coups that have affected African countries in recent years.

Archbishop Jude Thaddaeus Ruwa’ichi of Tanzania's Dar es Salaam Archdiocese. Credit: Vatican Media

Let Children Pursue God’s Plan, “not your plan”: Archbishop in Tanzania to Parents

Sep 9, 2023

Parents and guardians have the mandate to bring up children, allowing them to discover and pursue the plan of God in their respective lives, Archbishop Jude Thaddaeus Ruwa’ichi of Tanzania’s Dar-es-Salaam Archdiocese has said.

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto in Nigeria. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Sokoto

Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Hailed for “selfless service” on Episcopal Anniversary

Sep 9, 2023

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has been lauded for his “selfless service” to the people of God in the West African nation since he was Consecrated Bishop 12 years ago.

Bishop Melchisedec Sikuli Paluku of the Catholic Diocese of Butembo-Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) during the September 7 Thanksgiving Mass. Credit: Radio Moto

“Be missionaries of prayer”: Catholic Bishop in DR Congo to Consecrated Widows

Sep 9, 2023

Bishop Melchisedec Sikuli Paluku of the Catholic Diocese of Butembo-Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has called upon members of the Fraternity of Our Lady of the Resurrection, a movement of consecrated widows, to be witnesses of a life of prayer.