As Pilgrims Flock to Ugandan Martyrs Shrine, Authorities Thwart Attack
Suspected extremists killed in foiled terror attack as millions of pilgrims flocked to the Ugandan martyrs shrine in the East African nation.
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Tag: East Africa
Two Men from Kenya Ordained to the Priesthood as Maryknoll Missioners
Two men from Kenya ordained Maryknoll priests at the mission Society’s Our Lady Queen of Apostles Chapel in Westchester County, New York.
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For Those Who Are ‘the Least’: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll priest reflects on the acts of compassion for those considered “the least” in this week’s Scripture reflection.
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As Floods Hit East Africa, Catholics Hope for COP28 Results
Climate change causes flooding in East Africa, where Catholics and Church leaders look to the upcoming COP28 meetings for concrete solutions.
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Remembering Bishop Paride Taban of Torit, South Sudan
Returned Maryknoll Lay Missioner Susan Nagele remembers Bishop Paride Taban of Torit, South Sudan, as a wise and compassionate Church leader with a vision for peace in a war-torn country.
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Ugandan Church Fights Plague of Human Trafficking
Ugandan Church leaders organize efforts to stop the trafficking of Ugandans, notably women and girls, in the Middle East.
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Walking with Jesus in South Sudan: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missioner serving in South Sudan reflects on the Mass readings for the Third Sunday of Easter.
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Fullness of Life at the Emusoi Centre
Maryknoll Sister Mary Vertucci tells of the joy of serving at a school she founded for pastoralist girls in East Africa.
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In South Sudan, Pope Repeats Call to End Violence
After visiting Congo, Pope Francis joins with two ecumenical leaders to bring a message of peace to war-torn South Sudan.
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South Sudan Churches: Spread Christmas Peace, Joy
The Christmas message of joy shines through, says Council of Churches, calling Christians in the troubled East African nation to take hope.
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A Silent Night at the Lake House of Prayer
Maryknoll Father James Eble reconnects East Africans to a tradition of silence at the Lake House of Prayer in Tanzania.
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We Need Each Other: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missioner serving in Tanzania reflects on cooperation and interdependence in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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