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FUNERAL MASS FOR FR. RAPHAEL ADEBAYO Today Thursday 12 January, 2023. 10am. Holy Cross Cathedral,
In his catechesis, Pope Leo highlights the importance of fraternity in our lives and describes it as something “deeply human”. He explains that even though today’s wars, tensions, and conflicts make fraternity seem difficult, without it, “we would not be able to survive, grow, or learn.” By Kielce Gussie In his Wednesday General Audience, Pope
By Emma Eko, CSN Media The Secretary General, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Michael Ayanleke Banjo has charged youth at the ongoing Youth Digital Power Bootcamp organised by the Youth unit of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria under auspices of the Pastoral Agents department to always tell the truth with courage. The week-long skill
At the Jubilee Audience, Pope Leo greets participants in the Jubilee of Work, calling for “a collective commitment” to create jobs and ensure “young people can realize their dreams and contribute to the common good.” By Tiziana Campisi At his Saturday Jubilee Audience, Pope Leo XIV extended a warm welcome to the participants in the
By Rev. Fr. Dr. Osemhantie Amos Okhueleigbe_ After nearly half a century behind the lens, Francesco Sforza, one of the Vatican’s most discreet and devoted photographers, has laid down his camera. His retirement marks the close of a remarkable 48-year career that spanned the pontificates of Paul VI, John Paul II, Benedict XVI, and Francis,
Meeting with a group dedicated to quality Catholic education in Africa, Pope Leo XIV calls for Catholic schools on the continent to respond to students’ silent cries for help. By Devin Watkins Pope Leo XIV met on Friday with members of the International Foundation Religions and Societies, which promotes quality education in Africa and cooperation
Pope Leo XIV calls on communicators to seek the common good and exercise caution against anything that dehumanizes or manipulates others, during an audience with the Advisory Board of the RCS Academy. By Deborah Castellano Lubov “The world needs honest and courageous entrepreneurs and communicators, who care for the common good.” Pope Leo XIV gave
As violence, kidnappings, and displacement continue to threaten millions across northern Nigeria, faith communities stand at a crossroads of fear and resilience. In this exclusive interview, Voice Afrique speaks with Most Rev. Dr. Gerald Musa, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Katsina — one of the regions most affected by insecurity. The bishop reflects on the Church’s mission
As mental health issues continue to grow around the world, the Ministry of Hope Catholic Conference on Mental Wellbeing, held in Rome, highlights how the Church is working to combat isolation and individualism with an emphasis on human dignity. By Kielce Gussie On the second day of the Ministry of Hope Catholic Conference on Mental
A three-day international Catholic conference is underway in Rome on 5-7 November with the goal of strengthening the Church’s pastoral engagement with mental wellbeing, as experts from around the world gather to share experiences, reflect, and pray together. By Vatican News The Ministry of Hope conference brings together Church leaders, professionals, and pastoral workers from
Pope Leo XIV urges participants in the “Builders AI Forum” to ensure that artificial intelligence serves human dignity, justice, and the common good, and notes that the development of ethical technology must be a shared, ecclesial mission reflecting God the Creator’s design: “intelligent, relational, and guided by love.” By Vatican News Pope Leo XIV has