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Military in Mozambique Blocking Civilians “from fleeing” Insurgency: Catholic Peace Entity
Denis Hurley Peace Institute (DHPI), an entity of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), has appealed to troops fighting insurgents in Northern Mozambique to allow those affected by the violence to flee and seek safety elsewhere.
Suicide Bombing Near Abandoned Catholic Cathedral in Somalia Kills Three
Three people were killed following a suicide bombing that occurred near an abandoned Catholic Cathedral in Mogadishu in Somalia, the former Apostolic Administrator of Mogadishu Diocese has confirmed.
“Avoid every form of immorality”: Catholic Bishop in Nigeria to Newly Ordained Deacons
Bishop Anselm Umoren, the Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja in Nigeria, has urged the new Deacons he ordained on January 14 to shun immorality in all its forms.
Recently Resurfaced Sexually Explicit Book by Doctrine of Faith Prefect Prompts Concerns
Some Catholics have raised concerns over both the tone and theology of a recently resurfaced sexually explicit book written by Cardinal Víctor Fernández.
Nigeria Bishops Call for Prudent Division of Land amid Rapid Urbanization
Bishops of Nigeria’s Owerri Ecclesiastical Province have called for wisdom in the way land is sold and shared in the country, expressing concern that urbanization and the quest for development are increasing pressure on land inheritance in the West African country.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity commemorates historic meeting of two lungs of the Church
The theme for 2024 is “You shall love the Lord your God ... and your neighbor as yourself.”
Catholic Bishop in Mauritius Expresses Solidarity with, Support for Cyclone Victims
Bishop Jean Michaël Durhône of the Catholic Diocese of Port Louis in Mauritius has expressed his solidarity with and support for victims of Cyclone Belal that hit the Indian Ocean Island nation on Monday, January 15.
Subject Fiducia Supplicans to “calm” Analysis in Ongoing Synod: North Africa Bishops
There is need to subject Fiducia Supplicans (FS) that permits members of the Clergy to bless “same-sex couples” and couples in other “irregular situations” to the ongoing Synod on Synodality that Pope Francis extended to 2024, Catholic Bishops in North Africa have said.
Desecrator of Catholic Cathedral in Tanzania Sentenced to Three Years in Prison
A Court in Tanzania has sentenced Elpidius Edward to three years in prison for the 26 February 2023 desecration of Mary Queen of Peace Cathedral of Tanzania’s Geita Diocese.
Catholic Missionary Priest in Angola Eulogized for Witnessing “God’s love for the poor”
Fr. Jorge Luis Rodríguez Baquero, the Provincial Superior of the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians/Lazarists-C.M) in Angola, who died in a January 14 road accident has been eulogized as a witness to the love of God for the marginalized.
Pope Francis Appoints Two New Catholic Bishops for Dioceses in DR Congo
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Emmanuel Ngona Ngotsi and Mons. Désiré Lenge Mukwenye Bishops for the Catholic Dioceses of Wamba and Kilwa-Kasenga respectively.
Pope Francis Issues New Regulations Setting Spending Limits for Vatican Offices
Pope Francis amended the Vatican’s financial regulations on Tuesday, enshrining a spending limit into law.
Humility, Patience among Virtues behind Success of Universities: Bishop in Tanzania
At the launch of the Catholic University of Mbeya (CUoM) in Tanzania, Bishop Flavian Matindi Kassala of the country’s Geita Diocese has highlighted virtues needed for the success of the institution of higher learning.
Bishops in Malawi Confirm Appointment of National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies
Bishops in Malawi have confirmed the appointment of Fr. Ephraim Peter Madeya as the National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) by the pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle.
Doctrine of Faith Prefect Says Pope Francis Knew about His Book "Mystical Passion"
The prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith said in a recent interview that Pope Francis previously knew of his Spanish-language book.
Pope: World Economic Forum Meeting an Opportunity to Find "ways to build a better world"
On the occasion of the 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Pope Francis sent a letter to the group’s leader.
Pope Francis: "In Christianity, there is no condemnation of the sexual instinct"
In a continuation of his catechetical series on vice and virtue, Pope Francis on Wednesday dedicated his general audience to the difference between love and lust.
Here are 5 Catholic Practices to Help Strengthen Your Faith Life in 2024
In the constant search for spiritual growth and connection to the sacred in everyday life, discovering new ways to strengthen your faith can be transformative.
In Audience with Gabon’s President, Bishops Appeal for Values “dear to our country”
Catholic Bishops in Gabon have appealed for the fostering of values that are “dear to” the West African nation during their meeting with the country’s Transitional President, General Brice Oligui Nguema.
Pilgrim Shares Moving Encounter with South Sudanese Communities Crying Out for Peace
A woman who knelt by the roadside with her children, praying for peace as pilgrims from South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Rumbek passed by was a sight to behold for the pilgrims who kept reflecting on the incident though their journey to Tonj, about 125 kilometers away.
