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On Pentecost, Pope Francis Explains How to Recognize the Voice of the Holy Spirit
The pope delivered his homily from a wheelchair in front of the main altar of St. Peter’s Basilica.
Nuncio in DR Congo “encourages everyone to prepare their hearts” to Welcome Pope Francis
The representative of the Holy Father in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has encouraged the people of God in the Central African nation to prepare their hearts to welcome Pope Francis next month.
Pope Francis Accepts Retirement of the Bishop of Yendi in Ghana, Appoints Successor
Pope Francis has accepted the retirement of Bishop Vincent Sowah Boi-Nai of the Catholic Diocese of Yendi in Ghana and appointed his successor.
Pope Francis Announces His Prayer Intention for June 2022
The choice is fitting, since families from around the world will gather in Rome later this month for the World Meeting of Families on June 22-26.
Pope Francis Wishes to Touch Reality of Suffering in DRC “with own hands”: Catholic Priest
A Catholic Missionary Priest in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has exuded confidence that Pope Francis, who has always spoken passionately about the suffering in the central African nation, wishes to know the reality of the country better.
Guarding "dead traditions" is Dangerous for the Church’s Life: Pope Francis
The pope was speaking to participants in an international conference on education.
Bring the Love of Jesus’ Sacred Heart "to the ends of the earth": Pope Francis
The month of June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Old age a Time to Rediscover Trust in the Lord: Pope Francis
The pope was speaking at the general audience in St. Peter’s Square.
Church Leaders in South Sudan to Foster Reconciliation “before the Holy Father comes”
Church leaders in South are to organize ecumenical prayer sessions aimed at fostering reconciliation in the country ahead of the pastoral visit of Pope Francis alongside the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Jim Wallace.
Insecurity in North Kivu Province Cause for Concern for Catholic Bishops in DR Congo
The situation of insecurity in North Kivu Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is a cause for concern for the Catholic Bishops in the Central African country who are calling on those involved in the violent conflict to come “to their senses and seek dialogue”.
Pope Francis Prays Rosary for Peace in Ukraine and Around the World
The pope meditated on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary in union with Marian shrines around the world.
Pope Francis Names 21 New Cardinals, Including Two from Africa
Pope Francis has said that he will create 21 new Cardinals, including two Bishops from Africa, one from Nigeria and the other from Ghana.
Nigerian Bishop Who “resigned” amid Sustained Opposition among 21 Newly Named Cardinals
Bishop Peter Ebere Okpaleke who resigned in 2018 following sustained opposition to his Episcopal appointment for Nigeria’s Ahiara Diocese is among the 21 new Cardinals that Pope Francis named on Sunday, May 29.
Vatican Unveils Itinerary of Pope Francis’ July Apostolic Visit to DR Congo, South Sudan
Officials of the Holy See Press have unveiled the program and itinerary of Pope Francis’ Apostolic visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and what they have described an “Ecumenical Peace Pilgrimage to the South Sudanese Land and People”.
Ecumenical Visit Focus of Retreat for Members of Christian Women Entity in South Sudan
Christian Women in South Sudan who are members of the Sudan Council of Churches National Women Coordination desk (SSCC) are taking part in a three-day spiritual retreat with a focus on the planned ecumenical visit to the East-Central African nation.
Bishops' Commission in Malawi Calls for Joint Effort “in caring for our mother earth”
Officials of the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM) of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) have called for collaboration in the efforts aimed at conserving the environment in the Southern African nation.
Catholic Bishop in DR Congo Calls for Prayers, Unity in Preparation for Papal Visit
The Catholic Bishop of Goma Diocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has called on the people of God in his Episcopal See to intensify prayers and remain united as the Central African nation prepares for the pastoral visit of Pope Francis.
"Ours is age of fake news, collective superstitions, pseudo-scientific truths": Pope
The pope dedicated his general audience address to the Book of Ecclesiastes.
Pope Francis Calls for a Christian Economy Based on Community
The pope was speaking to members of the Global Solidarity Fund.
Pope Francis Has Asked Catholics to Say This Prayer May 24: Our Lady, Help of Christians
In 2007 Pope Benedict XVI proclaimed May 24, the feast of Our Lady, Help of Christians, to be a World Day of Prayer for the Church in China, which venerates the Blessed Virgin Mary under that title as the country's patroness.
