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FUNERAL MASS FOR FR. RAPHAEL ADEBAYO Today Thursday 12 January, 2023. 10am. Holy Cross Cathedral,
“Peace be with you all! Dear brothers and sisters, this is the first greeting of the Risen Christ, the good shepherd who gave his life for the flock of God. I too would like this greeting of peace to enter your hearts, to reach your families, to all people, wherever they are, to all peoples,
By Fr. Michael BANJO & Fr. Francis PAPA The day began with Holy Mass at 6:45 a.m. at Saint Joseph de Medina Parish, presided over by Most Rev. Joseph Afrifa, Vice President of RECOWA. The homily was delivered by Most Rev. François Xavier Gnonhossou. The morning plenary session commenced at 9:18 a.m. with a prayer
By Paschal Norbert Over 130 Catholic bishops and cardinals from across West Africa are convening at the Grand Théâtre de Dakar for the 5th Plenary Assembly of the Reunion of Episcopal Conferences of West Africa (RECOWA), under the theme: “For a Synodal and Autonomous Church Serving Justice and Peace in West Africa.” The weeklong assembly,
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – 7 May 2025/Fr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie Amos The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has issued a nationwide directive to all Catholic priests to begin the celebration of *Votive Masses for the Election of a Pope* starting today, Wednesday, 7 May 2025, and to continue daily until the conclusion of the papal conclave
The Lutheran World Federation’s General Secretary reflects on the late Pope Francis’ legacy of unity, inclusion, and reconciliation and describes his witness as a source of inspiration for believers worldwide. By Linda Bordoni As the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, leaders from across the Christian spectrum are remembering him not only as the
The Sede Vacante during the 2025 Holy Year evokes historical parallels with the Jubilee of year 1700 which was also marked by the death of a Pope, Innocent XII, who died before the end of the Holy Year he had proclaimed. The Numismatics Department of the Vatican Library preserves a commemorative coin of that Sede
By CSN Media The Catholic Church in Nigeria is set to host thousands of devotees for the highly anticipated Jubilee of Hope celebration, a significant event that brings together Catholics and Christians from across the country. This is scheduled to take place from Friday 19 September to Sunday 21 September 2025, at the Sanctuary of
Pope Francis requests that his popemobile be turned into a health clinic for the children of Gaza. By Francesca Merlo Pope Francis’ legacy of peace continues to shine in our conflict-ridden world. The closeness he showed to the most vulnerable during his earthly mission is radiating even after his death, and this most recent surprise
By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh The President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, has called for a change of mindset and sincere efforts towards building mutual trust among Christians and Muslims in Nigeria. Speaking at the opening session of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) triannual meeting in Owerri
Port Harcourt, Nigeria– MAY 2, 2025/Fr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie Amos The Catholic Church stands at a decisive moment in its two-thousand-year history as it prepares for the 2025 Papal Conclave, scheduled to begin on *May 7, following the death of Pope Francis*. While every conclave is significant, this one is truly unprecedented in many respects. It