Vatican news Pope Francis advocates for world peace, highlighting the devastating consequences of war and calling for prayer for conflict-stricken regions like Ukraine, Palestine, Israel and Myanmar, while advocating for peaceful solutions and peace. reconciliation. By Francesca Merlo During his general audience on Wednesday, Pope Francis moves from cardinal to theological virtues, recalling that faith,…
Vatican news The recent British decision to approve legislation allowing the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda has drawn condemnation from humanitarian organizations including CAFOD, the aid agency for the Catholic Church in England and Wales. By Linda Bordoni Reacting to the British Parliament's approval on Tuesday morning of legislation to send some asylum seekers…
Get Universalis — and change your life! Readings at Mass Liturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II). First reading Acts 1:12-14 © The apostles all joined in continuous prayer with Mary, the mother of Jesus After Jesus was taken up into heaven the apostles went back from the Mount of Olives, as it is called, to Jerusalem,…
Get Universalis — and change your life! Readings at Mass Liturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II). Readings for the feria Readings for the memorial These are the readings for the feria First reading Acts 14:5-18 © We have come with good news to turn you to the living God Eventually with the connivance of the authorities…
lagosarchdiocese By Neta Nwosu and Constaincia Uruakpa Prof. Kemi Emina, Lecturer, Delta State University has enjoined the Nigerian nation to domesticate AI and conform it to her cultural mix, while also educating the people on the new wave and dangers inherent in the technology. Emina disclosed this while giving the keynote address, during the 2024…
At a press conference organized by the Holy See Press Office, organizers unveiled an April 27 event sponsored by the Italian “Fondazione Età Grande” (Foundation for Old Age) that will bring together grandparents and grandchildren in the Paul VI Hall of the Vatican to promote the role and contribution of older people in today's world….
Vatican news “In certain ethnic groups in sub-Saharan Africa, people with intellectual disabilities are often marginalized,” explains Sister Claudia Samba, FCSM who worked for eight years with children with intellectual disabilities in Senegal and Mauritania, at school “Sr Claire.” Center in Rosso. By Sr Marie Pépine Matendakama, FSCM “The category of intellectually disabled children is…
Vatican news On the occasion of World Earth Day 2024, Pope Francis reminds everyone of our duty to protect the planet and safeguard peace. By Lisa Zengarini As the world has marked it Earth Day On Monday, April 22, Pope Francis reiterated his urgent call for bold action for our common home and for world…
Get Universalis — and change your life! Readings at Mass Liturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II). First reading Acts 9:26-31 © Barnabas explained how the Lord had appeared to Saul on his journey When Saul got to Jerusalem he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him: they could not believe he…
Vatican news As the Church celebrates the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Fr Edmund Power, OSB, offers his reflections on the day's liturgical readings under the theme: “I am the Good Shepherd”. By Fr. Edmund Power, OSB The fourth Sunday of Easter is traditionally known as “Good Shepherd Sunday” because, for each of the three years…