International
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Survivors of violence in DRC share heartbreaking stories with Pope Francis
By Admin Webmaster 2/2/2023 8:48:21 AMPope Francis meets in Kinshasa with survivors from the war-torn eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and condemns acts of violence after listening to their harrowing testimonies.
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Inhuman cruelty and the miracle of forgiveness
By Admin Webmaster 2/2/2023 8:36:33 AMPope Francis’ meeting with the survivors of violence in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday was deeply touching. The Holy Father was clearly moved as he listened to the stories of those marked by extreme violence, pain and evil that knows no reason.
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Pope: Charities sow seeds of hope in DRC and across African continent
By Admin Webmaster 2/2/2023 8:25:35 AMPope Francis concludes the second day of his Apostolic Journey to the Democratic Republic of Congo by meeting representatives from several charities in Kinshasa, and thanks them for their precious work for the most vulnerable.
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"Catholic and African" - The Zaire Rite
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 8:05:37 PMAs Pope Francis continues with his visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Vatican News speaks to an expert on the Zaire Rite, the liturgy developed specifically for use in that country.
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Pope at Mass in DR Congo: Lay down your arms, embrace mercy
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 8:00:54 PMOn the second day of his Apostolic Journey to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Pope Francis celebrates Mass for more than a million people at the "Ndolo" airport in Kinshasa, and urges them to lay down their arms, embrace mercy, and be missionaries of peace.
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DRC: A Catholic laity actively involved in Congolese society
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 7:56:09 PMIn the Democratic Republic of Congo, “the laity have always understood that the Church and the nation are everybody’s business.”
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New vicar: the 'challenge' of unity and changing Saudi Arabia
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 9:48:55 AMThe vicariate of Arabia is a "melting-pot," a region made up of "different realities" in which the challenge is to ensure "the unity of the Church" and, at the same time, to enhance "the beauty of this diversity" that constitutes "a grace."
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Pope decries conflicts and economic colonialism in DR Congo
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 8:45:58 AMMeeting with civil authorities on the first day of his Apostolic Journey to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Pope Francis addresses the most pressing issues affecting the African nation, including ongoing conflict and economic colonialism, and urges the Congolese people to reject violence.
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Pope Francis’ cry against new forms of ‘colonialism’
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 8:41:53 AMOur Editorial Director says Pope Francis’ first address in the Democratic Republic of Congo was a wake-up call for foreign powers to cease exploiting the lands and peoples of the African continent.
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Pope Francis arrives in the Democratic Republic of Congo
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 8:32:45 AMPope Francis arrives in the Democratic Republic of Congo, beginning his 40th Apostolic Journey abroad and his fifth Journey to Africa.
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Pope prays for migrants in greetings to journalists on papal plane
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 7:47:40 PMPope Francis prays for migrants who have died while seeking to cross the Sahara Desert and Mediterranean Sea, as he greets journalists aboard the papal plane en route to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Nuncio to DRC: Pope Francis' journey will help bring reconciliation
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 7:43:31 PMArchbishop Ettore Balestrero, Apostolic Nuncio to the Democratic Republic of Congo, shares his thoughts on Pope Francis' Apostolic Journey to the Central African nation, saying the Church seeks to remain close to the plight of the Congolese people.
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Great excitement in DR Congo for Pope Francis' visit
By Admin Webmaster 2/1/2023 8:24:56 AMPosters, gadgets and 'Bienvenue Pape François' flags line the streets of Kinshasa as the Democratic Republic of Congo awaits the arrivale of Pope Francis in a few hours, as he begins his 40th Apostolic Journey abroad.
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Pope Francis departs for DR Congo, South Sudan visit
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 4:08:04 PMPope Francis sets off on his 40th Apostolic Journey abroad to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan for an ecumenical pilgrimage centred on peace and reconciliation, marking his 5th Apostolic Journey to Africa.
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Cardinal Grech: There is no synod without a bishop
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 11:49:40 AMIn an interview with Vatican Radio, the Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops, Cardinal Mario Grech, explains the role of the Bishops in the synodal process, and why it is important to highlight that role at this stage in the synodal process.
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Letter from Synod leaders highlights crucial role of Bishops in synodal process
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 11:43:43 AMIn a letter addressed to all the diocesan and eparchial bishops throughout the world, the General Secretary and the General Relator of the Synod offer considerations on the role of Bishops in the synodal process.
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Pope to Order of Malta: Go forth in your mission while remaining faithful to Christ
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 11:36:49 AMPope Francis addresses the Sovereign Order of Malta at the conclusion of their General Chapter and encourages them to go forth in their mission after the election of new High Offices, whilst remaining always faithful to Christ.
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Pope Francis entrusts his journey to DRC and South Sudan to Our Lady
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 11:29:06 AMPope Francis visits the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome, where he entrusts his upcoming journey to DRC and South Sudan to Our Lady.
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Pope’s February prayer intention: For parishes to be open communities
By Admin Webmaster 1/31/2023 11:23:33 AMPope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of February, in which he asks parishes to be generous and open communities close to all.
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Pope urges prayers for ‘pilgrimage of peace’ to South Sudan & DRC
By Admin Webmaster 1/30/2023 9:22:52 AMPope Francis invites Christians to pray for his upcoming Apostolic Journey to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan, saying the African nations have suffered greatly from lengthy conflicts.
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Synod: ‘The Holy Spirit is calling us back to the basics’
By Admin Webmaster 1/30/2023 9:18:25 AMSr Leticia Salazar, Chancellor of the Diocese of San Bernardino in the US state of California, says the ongoing Synodal process she has participated in has “transformed” her.
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Pope at Angelus: ‘Poor in spirit’ requires us to overcome throwaway culture
By Admin Webmaster 1/30/2023 9:07:57 AMAt the Angelus on Sunday, Pope Francis reflects on the first Beatitude and says that being “poor in spirit” requires us to welcome everything as God’s gift and strive against society’s throwaway mentality.
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Pope prays for peace in Ukraine, recalls Lachin Corridor crisis
By Admin Webmaster 1/30/2023 9:03:06 AMPope Francis joins thousands of young people in St. Peter’s Square in an appeal for peace in our world, especially in war-torn Ukraine.
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DRC: The Apostolic Voyage and the Okapi
By Admin Webmaster 1/30/2023 8:57:28 AMOn his 40th Apostolic Voyage, Pope Francis will travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital, Kinshasa, from 31 January 31 to 3 February.
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EoF launches second reading marathon for women in Iran and Afghanistan
By Admin Webmaster 1/29/2023 7:34:49 AMThe Economy of Francesco organizes second mobilization for Iranian and Afghani women’s rights.
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Pope asks Spanish priests to reject careerism and seek fraternity
By Admin Webmaster 1/28/2023 11:04:39 PMPope Francis greets a group of 70 Spanish priests involved in youth ministry in the Diocese Barcelona, and urges them not to pursue worldly satisfaction but fraternity in their ministry.
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Pope sends letter to Fr. James Martin on homosexuality and sin
By Admin Webmaster 1/28/2023 10:59:23 PMPope Francis pens a letter to Jesuit Fr. James Martin explaining his recent comments in an interview with AP that “being homosexual is not a crime”, saying he was referring to Catholic doctrine that teaches that every sexual act outside of marriage is a sin.
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Cardinal Parolin: Reconciliation at heart of Pope’s journey to Africa
By Admin Webmaster 1/28/2023 10:53:19 PMIn an interview with Vatican Media, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin shares his hopes that Pope Francis' upcoming Apostolic Visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan will help promote an end to the violence that wounds both nations, saying the Pope's presence "could mark a turning point in the often tragic events in these countries."
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The Lord's Day Reflection: 'Jesus' poverty of spirit is our blessing’
By Admin Webmaster 1/28/2023 10:43:47 PMAs the Church marks the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jonathan Montaldo offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “Jesus of Nazareth’s poverty of spirit is our blessing”.
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‘Great sense of hope’ ahead of Pope’s visit to South Sudan
By Admin Webmaster 1/28/2023 5:47:25 PMFr. Jim Greene, Executive Director of Solidarity with South Sudan, describes the country’s hopes for Pope Francis’ upcoming Apostolic Journey and the situation on the ground in the North AFr.ican nation.