For Lent, Congolese bishop urges helping people displaced by violence

A bishop in eastern Congo has urged special humanitarian efforts during Lent, after rebel forces stormed a church during a Sunday Mass, leaving at least 30 dead and injured. Bishop Melchisedec Sikuli Paluku of Butembo-Beni said Catholics “should go beyond compassion by helping those internally displaced, who are now especially numerous in all four corners... Read More

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April 16, 2019

Helping others is the true goal, pope tells football league

Like those who play football, people must learn to work together, help one another and race toward a clear goal, Pope Francis said. While one may not always achieve every goal in his or her life, having a clear set of objectives makes people see “where are we going and where our efforts are taking... Read More

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November 25, 2018

NSPCC warning as children suffer worst neglect during festive period

A charity helping abused children has launched a campaign to fight childhood trauma brought on by neglect. Over the festive period, there is a surge in calls about children left alone in cold homes, without proper clothing, and living in filthy conditions, the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) said. It... Read More

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