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FUNERAL MASS FOR FR. RAPHAEL ADEBAYO Today Thursday 12 January, 2023. 10am. Holy Cross Cathedral,
The 53rd International Eucharistic Congress, currently underway in Quito, Ecuador, is utilizing its official logo, anthem, and Book of the Gospels to symbolize the transformative power of fraternity and love in healing a divided world. The official logo, designed by Publio Escobar, represents the theme of “brotherhood to heal the world.” The anthem, “Around Your
Our Editorial Director offers his reflections on Pope Francis’ first day in Papua New Guinea, as he met with the country’s civil authorites and the Church’s lay and ordained ministers in Port Moresby. By Andrea Tornielli – Port Moresby How do we inspire young people with the enthusiasm for mission? “I do not think there
Pope Francis begins the fourth and final leg of his Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania, as the Southeast Asian city-state of Singapore welcomes the Bishop of Rome to Changi Airport. By Claudia Torres – Singapore Pope Francis has begun the fourth and final leg of his 12-day Apostolic Journey in Asia and Oceania –
The Catholic Diocese of Kano marked a significant milestone on September 9, 2024, as it celebrated its Silver Jubilee, commemorating 25 years of promoting peace, equity, and justice. The week-long celebration, running until September 14, features various activities, including paper presentations, lectures, quizzes, sports competitions, panel discussions, and a retreat, culminating in the priestly ordination
By Andrea Tornielli Christianity is not merely a philosophy, a set of ideas, or a manual of moral rules. It is an event, woven with wonder and human faces. This truth was once again made evident on a sweltering Sunday afternoon in Vanimo and the remote village of Baro. There was awe and gratitude in
…as CSN Community celebrates the Blessed Virgin Mary’s birthday By PJ Usanga The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) and agencies of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) marked the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary with great enthusiasm and devotion on Monday, September 9, 2024. This annual tradition has become an integral part of
Summing-up his experiences in Papua New Guinea, Fr Brian Nonde said, “For us African missionaries, the people of Papua New Guinea (PNG) teach us to live our Christian faith in harmony with nature, the value of family life, human relations, and how to cherish culture and traditions.” Fr Paul Samasumo – Vatican City Fr Brian
The Catholic Bishop of Ahiara Diocese, Most Rev. Simeon Nwobi, CMF, reminded newly ordained priests that the role of the priest is changing and they must adapt to the evolving needs of the church and society. “You are being ordained at a time of great change and challenge for the church,” he said. “The world
For more than a year, religious organizations have lobbied Congress and the Biden administration to fix a sudden procedural change in how the government processes green cards for religious workers, which threatens the ability of thousands of them to continue to minister in the United States. The Catholic Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey, and five
By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh, CSN On Day 7 of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) in Auchi, the bishops embarked on parish visitation program in the diocese, fostering personal connections with the faithful. This tradition allows each visiting bishop, representing the Conference, to celebrate Holy Mass for the intentions of the hosting bishop, diocese, parish,