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Time to “leave the scene”, Warring South Sudanese Politicians Told after Ecumenical Visit
A Catholic Theologian has called on political rivals in South Sudan to either commit to working with Pope Francis in ending the conflict in the East-Central African nation or to leave politics altogether for better leaders committed to working towards peace in the country.
Catholic Sister in South Sudan Shares Joy of Serving Two Visiting Popes
A Catholic Nun who actively participated in the celebration of the visit of Pope John Paul II to Sudan in 1993 had the opportunity to interact with a Pope for the second time when she served at the February 5 Papal Mass in South Sudan.
After Bishop’s 26-Year Sentencing Pope Francis Asks Virgin Mary to Intercede for Nicaragua
“The news from Nicaragua has grieved me a great deal,” the pope said.
“Feed this fire of peace”: Catholic Missionary Nun in South Sudan on Pope Francis’ Pleas
For the longest time, South Sudanese have been living in “disillusionment, hopelessness, and abandonment”, Catholic Missionary Nun serving in South Sudan has said, and appealed to the local church in the country that has been experiencing violent conflicts since December 2013 to ensure that the efforts of Pope Francis to realize reconciliation and peace do not go to waste.
Human Trafficking "disfigures" Human Dignity: Pope Francis in Video Message
To commemorate the World Day of Prayer and Reflection Against Human Trafficking, Pope Francis called on young people to affirm the human dignity of others.
Let’s “work together for peace”, Nuns, Clergy Appeal after South Sudan Peace Pilgrimage
The ecumenical visit to South Sudan undertaken by Pope Francis, the Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Rev. Dr. Iain Greenshields, is a challenge to be instruments of peace and hope to the people of God in the East-Central African nation, ACI Africa has been told.
Clergy, Religious in South Sudan Pledge to Espouse Pope Francis’ Pilgrimage Exhortations
Exhortations that Pope Francis made in his encounters with the people of God in South Sudan during his three-day Pilgrimage of Peace, which concluded February 5 with the Papal Mass, resonated well with members of the Clergy, women and men Religious in the East-Central African nation.
“Special call”: Liturgical Coordinators on Preparing for Papal Mass in South Sudan
The opportunity to serve Pope Francis during the February 5 Holy Mass in South Sudan was a fulfilling experience, those who were selected to coordinate the preparations for the Papal Mass in South Sudan’s capital city, Juba, have said.
“Amazing”: Jesuit Provincial on Their Private Encounter with Pope Francis in South Sudan
The private meeting between Pope Francis and members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) during his visit in South Sudan was “amazing”, a Priest at the helm of the Jesuits in Eastern Africa Province has said.
“Africa is happy, grateful”: Catholic Bishops on Pope Francis’ Visit Despite Frail Health
Catholic Bishops in Africa and Madagascar have expressed their gratitude to Pope Francis for visiting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and South Sudan despite his poor health.
“Ensure women are protected, respected, valued”: Pope Francis to South Sudanese
In his encounter with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) during his second day in South Sudan, Pope Francis urged respect for and protection of women.
Why Pope Francis’ Focus on Africa, Church Peripheries is “disruptive in a good sense”
Pope Francis has paid special attention to Africa, a Catholic theologian has said, noting that the Holy Father’s focus on Africa, which he says has always been the periphery, is “disruptive in a good sense.”
Thanks for “bold decision” to Visit South Sudan: Catholic Archbishop to Pope Francis
The “bold decision” of Pope Francis to realize the ecumenical visit in South Sudan is an indication of the “solidarity with us”, Archbishop Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla of the country’s Juba Archdiocese has said.
Pope at Mass in South Sudan: In the Name of Jesus, Lay Down the Weapons of Hatred
At a Mass in South Sudan on Sunday, Pope Francis urged Christians in the war-torn African country to make “a decisive contribution to changing history” by refusing to repay evil with evil.
Pope Francis Meets 2,500 Refugees in South Sudan
Pope Francis was greeted by cheers and ululations on Saturday as he arrived at a meeting with roughly 2,500 South Sudanese refugees.
Partisans Have Used Benedict XVI’s Death "to serve their own interests": Pope Francis
Benedict XVI was “not a bitter man,” Pope Francis said, speaking during his inflight press conference Feb. 5 of his relationship with his predecessor.
Pope Francis’ In-flight Press Conference: God Accompanies People with Same-sex Attraction
On his return flight from South Sudan on Sunday, Pope Francis said that God loves and accompanies people with same-sex attraction.
Pope Francis’ “pure presence” in South Sudan is Beautiful: Catholic Missionary Nun
A Catholic missionary Nun working in South Sudan has expressed elation at meeting Pope Francis who is in the East-Central African country for an Ecumenical visit, noting that the Holy Father’s “pure presence” in Africa’s youngest nation means a lot for the country.
“True encouragement”: Cardinal in DR Congo on Pope Francis’ “comforting presence”
Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo has described the presence of Pope Francis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as “comforting” and that it is “a true encouragement” for the people of God in the Central African nation “who are suffering in body and soul”.
Those Who Choose Christ Choose Peace: Pope Francis at Ecumenical Prayer Service in S.Sudan
About 50,000 people attended the ecumenical prayer service.
