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Tanzanian Bishops’ president: ‘Protesters were killed without mercy’
Posted on 11/19/2025 09:58 AM ()
After weeks of street protests over the recent elections that led to many deaths and injuries, Bishop Wolfgang Pisa, President of the Tanzanian Catholic Bishops’ Conference, expresses grief over the brutality of the security forces, urging political leaders to apologize.
Cardinal Pizzaballa: To achieve peace, we must listen to others' pain
Posted on 11/19/2025 09:44 AM ()
Speaking to Vatican News, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem expresses hope that the U.S. plan will lead to solutions offering “clearer prospects” and relief for the Palestinian population of Gaza.
Kenya: Make media a pulpit of hope and a mirror of truth
Posted on 11/19/2025 04:52 AM ()
The Chairman of the Commission for Social Communications of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), Bishop Wallace Ng’ang’a, has urged Catholic Communicators to remain deeply rooted in the Catholic faith through doctrinal soundness, sacred, uplifting Catholic music, and authentic storytelling as they disseminate the message of the Gospel. through the media.
Pope Leo XIV announces Second World Children’s Day in 2026
Posted on 11/19/2025 04:48 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV announces the second edition of World Children’s Day, which will take place in Rome on September 25-27, 2026.
Kenyan sister transforming farming into community development
Posted on 11/19/2025 04:39 AM ()
Community empowerment through sustainable farming drives Sr. Josephine Kwenga’s work to help farmers in Kenyan villages develop viable farming practices in order to bring new life to families and the Church’s mission of care for creation.
Polish, German bishops recall 60th anniversary of post-World War II reconciliation
Posted on 11/19/2025 04:38 AM ()
The presidents of the Bishops’ Conferences of Poland and Germany issue a joint statement to recall the 60th anniversary of an exchange of letters between their predecessors, which launched the process of Polish–German reconciliation in the Church after World War II.
Listening to others out of love: Age is no barrier for religious sisters
Posted on 11/19/2025 04:36 AM ()
Although many religious congregations in Europe face the challenge of aging members, the heart of their vocation remains unchanged: to serve those in need with love and dedication. In Matera, in southern Italy, 93-year-old Sister Angela Sinopoli continues to do so on the streets of her city, living out her pastoral ministry of closeness.
Pope at Audience: We must lend our voice to those who have none
Posted on 11/19/2025 02:53 AM ()
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that God calls on us, as people of faith, to offer our voices to help those in need and to protect the environment.
Holy See highlights 'the human face of the climate crisis' at COP30
Posted on 11/18/2025 14:38 PM ()
The head of the Holy See’s delegation to COP30 addresses environment ministers from around the world, stressing the need to strengthen multilateral cooperation and not lose sight of “the human face of the climate crisis.”
Pope highlights dignity of migrants, supports U.S. bishops' statement
Posted on 11/18/2025 13:51 PM ()
Answering questions from journalists in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV decries recent measures against migrants in the United States, and he calls for treating people “with humanity and dignity.” He also denounces the killings of Christians and Muslims in Nigeria and expresses hope for a ceasefire and dialogue in Ukraine, where "people are dying every day."