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Pope’s journey in Africa: A call to renew our hearts
Pope Leo XIV’s pilgrimage to four African nations highlights the strength of peoples long burdened by the yoke of colonialism and calls us to take part in building a more just, fraternal, and compassionate present and future.
Pope at Mass in Kilamba: Jesus walks beside the Church in Angola
During Mass in Kilamba, Angola, Pope Leo XIV insists that Jesus is alive, is risen, and walks beside them, and notes that if all the faithful welcome the Lord and His presence in their midst, their nation that has seen much suffering can be graced with a blessed and peaceful future.
Pope encourages Italy’s Catholic University to foster knowledge and faith
Pope Leo encourages Italy's Catholic University of the Sacred Heart 'to be an interpreter of the Gospel in the educational and cultural sphere, in constant dialogue with the Church’s Magisterium' in the message he sent for the '102nd Day' of the Catholic University which was sent on the Holy Father's behalf to Archbishop Mario Delpini of Milan.
Making peace a reality: President of Cameroonian Bishops on Pope’s visit
Archbishop Andrew Nkea, President of the Episcopal Conference of Cameroon, speaks to Vatican News about Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to the country.
Day Six in Africa: From Cameroon to Angola
Pope Leo XIV says goodbye to Cameroon, concluding the second leg of his Apostolic Journey, and arrives in Angola, where he urges authorities to “place the common good before particular interests".
Pope to Angolan authorities: 'Do not suppress the visions of the young or the dreams of the elderly'
Pope Leo addresses Angola’s authorities, civil society and members of the diplomatic corps and encourages them to use their positions to promote peace and stability.
Lord’s Day Reflection: Emmaus – A Journey of Hope and Recognition
As the Church marks the Third Sunday of Easter, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: “The Story of Emmaus – A Journey of Hope and Recognition”.
Pope: I am in Africa to encourage Catholics, not to debate with Trump
On the flight to Luanda, Angola, the third leg of his Apostolic Journey, Pope Leo XIV greets the journalists who have accompanied him in recent days and thanks Cameroon for its extraordinary welcome. He also clarifies that his speeches were prepared weeks in advance. They should not be interpreted "as if I was trying to debate again with the president, which is not in my interest at all," he says.
Pope Leo leaves Cameroon and heads to Angola
The second leg of Pope Leo's third apostolic journey has come to a conclusion with his departure from Cameroon and flight to Angola. At Yaoundé airport , the farewell ceremony took place following the Mass attended by over 200,000 faithful.
Pope: The peace of Christ calms life's storms, helps us go forward without fear
Presiding over the Mass in Yaoundé concluding his visit to Cameroon, Pope Leo encourages everyone to persevere in the peace of Christ, which is always with them to help them through life's tumult and tribulations.
JRS Cameroon: Serving those forgotten by the international community
Jesuit Refugee Service is one of the humanitarian organizations providing critical aid to forcefully displaced people in Cameroon, where armed conflict, climate change and aid cuts have compounded the struggles of millions of people. As Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey brings renewed attention to the region, JRS reflects on the challenges and hopes for refugees in Cameroon.
Day Five in Africa: Pope says ‘all of us’ must help address global hunger
On the fifth day of his Apostolic Journey across Africa, Pope Leo celebrates Mass for 120,000 people in Douala, and tells university students in Yaoundé to cultivate “holy restlessness”.
Pope Leo XIV meets with religious superiors in Cameroon
Upon returning to the Apostolic Nunciature, Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of Cameroon’s major superiors and religious congregations, encouraging religious men and women to live consecrated life in communion with dioceses where they serve and in service to those most in need.
Rekindling hope among Cameroon’s students
Young people share their hopes for the future during Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the Catholic University of Central Africa in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Pope to academic community: Form leaders dedicated to serving the common good
Speaking with members of the Catholic University of Central Africa, the Pope highlights the university’s role in forming future leaders and professionals who will have the responsibility to work for the common good in their own society and around the world.
Pope Leo visits St. Paul Catholic Hospital in Cameroon
Pope Leo XIV makes a private visit to St. Paul Catholic Hospital in Douala, visiting and praying with patients, families, and hospital staff.
Kenya’s Catholic Bishops call for renewal, justice, and protection of life
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a wide-ranging message, urging national renewal grounded in respect for human life, ethical leadership, and social justice.
Pope at Mass in Douala: African youth must reject violence and corruption
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Douala on his third day in Cameroon, and urges young people to reject every form of abuse or violence and to always show hospitality and care for one another.
Psychology and Gospel: Sr. Kakali brings hope to young people in India
In relation to technocracy and digitalization, students are experiencing increasing mental health issues and isolation. By combining psychological listening and her religious experience, Sr. Kakali, a sister of the Society of the Helpers of the Holy Souls in Purgatory, accompanies young people in their journeys of healing.