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SIGNIS Africa, the Catholic association for media practitioners, has ushered in a new board of directors. For the first time since its inception in 2001, women make up the majority of the board. The election took place on the sidelines of the SIGNIS World Congress happening in Kigali, Rwanda, from 03 August to 08 August … Continue reading “SIGNIS Africa renews its leadership”

More than 50 delegates representing seven regional episcopal conferences of Africa, Madagascar and the Islands concluded the first preparatory seminar for the 2028 Ecclesial Assembly on Wednesday August 5th with a renewed commitment to foster a more synodal and missionary Church across the continent. Read all  

Archbishop Marcelo Colombo, President of the Argentine Bishops’ Conference, expresses joy knowing that they will be welcoming Pope Leo to their country in November. Read all  

Bishop Milton Tróccoli, President of the Uruguayan Bishops’ Conference, says Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Visit from 6 to 8 November will be a gift for the country and an opportunity to strengthen evangelisation, renew hope and reaffirm the Christian roots of the Uruguayan people. Read all  

How an Indonesian lay movement discovered that rebuilding the Church begins with rebuilding hearts Read all  

In a Final Statement, participants in the First Confucian-Christian Colloquium, held in Seoul, South Korea, pledge to continue to deepen friendship and dialogue between the two traditions, and to work together for the flourishing of humanity and the whole community of life. Read all  

Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru from 11 to 17 November, Cardinal Carlos Castillo, Archbishop of Lima, speaks of the joy with which the Church and the Peruvian people are awaiting the Holy Father. Read all  

Being disciples before influencers, giving a voice to the voiceless, addressing the anthropological challenges posed by artificial intelligence, safeguarding children in the digital environment, and promoting peace and care for creation were among the central themes of the first plenaries and panels of the SIGNIS World Congress taking place in Kigali, Rwanda. Read all  

The Holy See Press Office announces that Pope Leo will make an Apostolic Journey to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru in November 2026. Read all  

Pope Leo sends a telegram to Archbishop Chimoio, Apostolic Administrator of Xai-Xai in Mozambique, expressings his spiritual closeness following the death of Cardinal Langa, who devoted himself “with simplicity, zeal and perseverance to the flock entrusted to him, without allowing himself to be discouraged by difficulties.” Read all  

Pope Leo delivers his fifth catechesis on Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Second Vatican Council’s Constitution on the Liturgy, reflecting on the ecclesial dimension of liturgical prayer and describing the liturgy as “the place of encounter, of God’s initiative in drawing near to humanity in His Son”. Read all  

Pope Leo urges the Knights of Columbus to be “prophets of harmony” by fostering unity through dialogue, and serving those most in need through works of charity. Read all  

In recent months, children in Lebanon have been bearing the brunt of the country’s compounded crises, facing alarming rates of casualties, mass displacement, severe food insecurity, and deep psychological trauma. Read all  

The challenges of contemporary media, the ethical use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence is the theme guiding the SIGNIS congress that brought together communication experts and media outlets from around the world. Read all  

At Sogang University in Seoul, South Korea, Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, opens the first formal dialogue between the Christian and Confucian traditions. Read all  

Father Markus Solo Kewuto brings two relics from St Peter’s Basilica to Lewouran, Indonesia, in the hope of making it a centre of prayer and pilgrimage. Read all  

Pope Leo XIV urges Catholic communicators gathered at the SIGNIS World Conference in Kigali to promote digital communication rooted in truth, human dignity, peace and care for creation. Read all  

The situation in the Spanish enclave appears to have largely returned to normal following the arrival of around 60,000 migrants from Morocco. Many families are still without news of their loved ones and fear they may have died during the crossing. On the Moroccan side of the border, Archbishop Emilio Rocha Grande of Tangier explains … Continue reading “Church in Morocco assists migrants returning from Ceuta”

With just one year to go before 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul, its official theme song is announced: Confidite, Ego Vici Mundum, or “Take courage! I have overcome the world”. Read all  

The Order of the Most Holy Trinity and of the Captives mark a century of missionary presence in Madagascar, it gives thanks for generations of missionaries whose service has strengthened the local Church, fostered vocations, and carried the Gospel to the country’s most remote communities. The centenary also renews the order’s commitment to bring hope … Continue reading “A century of Trinitarian mission in Madagascar full of hope, freedom and mercy”

Around 200 participants gathered for the first Catholic Sisters in the Legal Profession Network Conference in Nairobi, Kenya. Among them are canon lawyers, civil lawyers, major superiors, safeguarding professionals, researchers, and other Church leaders. Under the theme, “Prophetic Witness, Safeguarding as an Expression of the Gospel,” participants reflected on strengthening safeguarding, justice, and accountability in … Continue reading “Catholic Sisters in the Legal Profession called to prophetic witness”

Pope Leo XIV will visit Assisi on 6 August to meet thousands of young Europeans and encourage them, in the spirit of Saint Francis, to dream boldly and embrace a life of faith, purpose and service. Read all  

Church leaders, safeguarding experts, and Deaf advocates gather in Panama City to promote listening, accessibility, and protection for survivors of abuse. Read all  

In a video message for Ecuador’s 7th National Youth Day, Pope Leo XIV invites young people to follow Christ, allow the joy of encountering Him to transform their lives and inspire others to seek Him, and to let the Blessed Mother’s example inspire them to embrace God’s plan for their lives. Read all  

After leading the recitation of the midday Angelus prayer on Sunday in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV expresses concern over the serious migration crisis unfolding in the Spanish autonomous city of Ceuta. He prays for an end to wars across the globe and recalls the spiritual gift of the Pardon of Assisi that can be … Continue reading “Pope Leo: ‘I follow with concern the alarming situation in Ceuta’”