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Ahead of World Humanitarian Day, Catholic Entity Highlights Partnerships in Africa
Ahead of the World Humanitarian Day (WHD) to be celebrated August 19, the leadership of the overseas development agency of the Catholic Bishops of Ireland, Trócaire has reviewed humanitarian responses across the globe, including Africa.
“Protect humanitarian workers” in South Sudan: Caritas Official to Government
There is need for the government of South Sudan to protect humanitarian workers serving in the East-Central African nation, the Executive Director of Caritas South Sudan (CSS) has said.
Catholic Bishop who Promoted “green evangelization” in Uganda Laid to Rest
The Bishop Emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Nebbi in Uganda who was laid to rest on Wednesday, August 17 is being remembered for his love for nature and evangelization through the protection of the environment.
Vatican Will Not Take Prefect of Dicastery for Bishops to Trial for Sex Abuse Allegations
Ouellet, prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Bishops, was accused of sexual assault in a civil suit filed this week against the Archdiocese of Quebec.
Journalist Who Reported on Massacre of Nigerian Christians to Stand Trial
Luka Binniyat, a Catholic human rights reporter, is facing prison after writing an article in which the Nigerian government was criticized for its inaction in the face of an ongoing threat to Christian communities.
Catholic Charity Appeals to the UK to Save Nigerian Christians from Growing Persecution
Catholic charity and Pontifical foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has raised the alarm on the situation facing Christians in Nigeria where persecution is rife, and implored the UK government to do something to help stabilize the West African nation.
Salesians in DRC Fostering Youth Talent in Art, Craft, Recreational, Religious activities
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are boosting the talents of dozens of young people through art and craft, recreational, and religious activities.
Young People’s “friendship with mobile phones” Cause for Concern: Kenyan Catholic Nun
The tendency for young people to be absorbed in social media forums, prioritizing “friendship with mobile phones” is a cause for concern, a Kenyan Catholic Nun has said.
Kenya’s Faith Leaders Engage “key political actors” to Foster “justice, peace, prosperity”
Faith leaders in Kenya are reaching out to “key political actors” in the East African nation following the declaration of the Presidential election results, which the candidate who was ranked second has rejected.
Show Compassion amid “so much emotion”, Kenyan Pro-lifer on Handling Post-election Reality
Kenyans are dealing with varied emotions as citizens come to terms with results of the general elections, a Kenyan Pro-Life advocate has observed, and underscored the need for the people of God in the East African country to respect each other’s feelings concerning the August 9 polls outcome.
Why South Sudan Needs Now More Than Ever Leaders like Country’s Celebrated Catholic Bishop
Today, more than ever before, South Sudan needs more leaders like Bishop Paride Taban, the celebrated Bishop Emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Torit, to stand up to the poor governance of the East-Central African country.
What You Need to Know about Pope Francis' Next Consistory
On Saturday, Aug. 27, Pope Francis will place a red biretta on the heads of 18 bishops and two priests, declaring them to be cardinals “to the glory of almighty God and the honor of the Apostolic See.”
Focus on Dialogue, Not “on marketing of ideas”: Vatican Official to Catholic Journalists
The Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Communications has challenged Catholic communicators around the globe to foster dialogue in their practice of journalism and not the “marketing of ideas”.
An Alliance Between Old and Young Will Save the Family: Pope Francis
Pope Francis on Wednesday emphasized the family’s need for healthy relationships and dialogue between the young and the elderly.
Catholic Bishops in Ethiopia Condole with Coptic Church after Church Fire in Cairo, Egypt
Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) have sent a condolence message to the leadership of the Coptic Methodist Church following the outbreak of a fire in their church in the capital city of Egypt, Cairo.
Catholic Charity Concerned Christians in Some African Countries Practice Faith Underground
Christians in Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and in many other African countries experiencing religious persecution are being forced to practice their faith in hiding for fear of attacks, Catholic Pontifical and charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has said.
“Break down walls of hatred, violence ... build bridges of love”: Cardinal in Burkina Faso
The Cardinal in Burkina Faso has called upon the people of God in the West African nation to “break down the walls of hatred, violence” and build bridges of love.
Abduction, Killing of Priests in Nigeria "loud sign" of Government Failure: Advocacy Group
The leadership of Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has decried the "recurring killing and kidnapping of Catholic Priests" in the West African country, terming it a sign of failure on the part of Nigeria’s Federal government.
Catholic Bishop Hopes Meeting with Somalia Authorities Will Yield to Religious Freedom
The Apostolic Administrator of Somalia’s Catholic Diocese of Mogadishu has expressed optimism that a recent meeting between Catholic Church leaders and high-level political leaders in Somalia will open more opportunities for Christians in the country to worship more freely.
On International Youth Day, Salesians Review Youth Empowerment Initiatives in Africa
On the annual event of the International Youth Day (IYD) marked August 12, officials of a development entity of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have reviewed their initiatives that seek to empower young people across the globe, including Africa.
