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With visit to continent, Pope Benedict highlights Africa's challenges

By OSV staff and CNS. The pontiff’s brief trip to Benin will showcase proposals for strengthening Church, culture on continent

Vatican's new justice and peace head outlines challenges

By Mary Shovlain. Exploitative economic practices, poor environmental stewardship challenge Church's mission he says

Top researcher: Findings back Vatican stance on AIDS prevention

By Scott Alessi. Evidence in Africa shows promoting safer behaviors, not condoms, is key to slowing the spread of HIV. (Subscription required)

Sunday Celebrations and the Missions

Both the Vatican and the American bishops issue rites for ''Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest''

Southern Sudan Catholics describe optimism after referendum

By David Karanja. Vote to create country of Southern Sudan expected to end decades of Muslim-Christian violence

South Sudan progress report

By Fr. Robert F. Ippolito. Church playing large role in helping new country overcome tribal conflicts, attain a sense of stability.

Rebels massacre civilians seeking refuge in church

By David Karanja. Christmas Day killings in Congo tied to decades-long conflict

Raising the bar on Church in Africa

Our Takes

Project aims to put knowledge in African seminarians' hands

By Michelle Martin. U.S. blogger, Cameroonian priest hope to harness power of Catholics online.

Power of a little ‘yes’

By Teresa Tomeo. Nigerian woman’s letter about truth of Church’s teaching has had impact beyond her wildest dreams.

Popes visiting continent have found African Church 'well and truly planted'

In Focus article. By Thomas J. Craughwell. Popes have come from Africa, but until July 31, 1969, no pope had ever visited the continent.

Pope promotes 'humanization of sexuality' to fight AIDS

By David Karanja. Kenya's Church launches new initiative to fight one of Africa's biggest health crises

Out of the fire at Namugongo, a deep and burning faith

Free access for all visitors. By Father Robert Barron. A visit to Ugandan site of martyrdom reminds us that the blood of those who died nourishes Church

Openers: How to be a missionary to those in the pew next to you

By John Norton. If you’re looking for motivation, it might be worth reflecting on the African experience.

Missionary kept faith while held captive in Sierra Leone

By Eddie O'Neill. Xaverian priest recalls kidnapping and daring escape from rebels during civil war

Malaria kills thousands daily in Africa

Despite a cure and easy prevention, disease ravaging continent already fighting AIDS/HIV.

Love for the Church and Mission

This article has free access for all visitors. By Monica Yehle. Without question, the priestly ministry of Archbishop Fulton Sheen influenced thousands.

Kenya's bishops demand end to government corruption

By David Karanja. Fears of famine, fuel shortages, barely a year after the country's worst outbreak of violence

Kenyan prelate lifts suspension of charismatics

By David Karanja. Nairobi cardinal had feared the movement's activities borrowed from other churches

Janet Smith responds to Fr. Rhonheimer's counter

In a continuing debate, Janet E. Smith responds to Fr. Martin Rhonheimer's article and response.

It's not just about

Catholics here tend to view the universal Church through the lens of our own limited experiences, but there is a rich and diverse faith outside our borders that is ever-changing

Inequalities & tensions drive Kenya's violence

Eyewitness observer says the mobs are playing to Western media cameras

In Focus: Where in the world are today’s Catholics?

By Matthew Bunson. A look at the global figures shows a steady southward march of the faith

In Focus: African continent deeply rooted in faith

By Thomas A. Craughwell. As Pope Benedict prepares to visit Africa, a look at the burgeoning Church on the continent

Heavy 2009 agenda for Pope Benedict XVI

By Gerard O'Connell. 81-year-old pontiff plans trips to Africa, Holy Land; series of major appointments

Editorial: Tears for Africa

Catholic Americans are likely to receive little news about Africa in their secular media, but it is essential that they support Church efforts on the continent.

Doctor answers call to heal in war-torn region of Sudan

By Tom Tracy. Catholic surgeon treats wounds, illnesses in area where rebels are striving to be free from Khartoum

Continent of hope

This editorial column has free access for all visitors. Highlights of Pope Benedict's trip to Africa.

Catholic author introduces readers to African saints

By Brian J. Lowney. Catholic educator's book showcases 40 holy examples

Cardinal: Pope to witness phenomenal faith

In Focus article. By Gerard O'Connell. Continent has made 'quiet' positive developments amid civil war, tribalism and extreme poverty, Nigerian prelate says

Africa: A continent of great promise

By David Karanja. In his visit, pope will find both growth and vitality, disease and warfare