Sr. Helen is a Zambian communicator passionate about sharing the impactful stories of religious sisters. With a focus on their vital contributions to the Church and society, she brings to light the often-unsung heroines of faith and service. Her work aims to amplify their mission and address the challenges they face in a changing world
[AFRICA] – The Pan-African Catholic Theological and Pastoral Network (PACTPAN) will embark on a landmark initiative to draft a 25-year strategic vision for the Catholic Church in Africa during its General Assembly this Friday, September 26, 2025. The virtual meeting, which will also introduce a new executive leadership team, aims to channel the energy of its recent Abidjan congress into…
Amid rising seas and record heat, Africa’s climate crisis is the defining injustice of our time, a profound moral indictment demanding justice, not charity, from wealthy nations.In a world of rising seas and record heat, Africa is a continent of moral contrasts. Here, droughts devastate farmlands, and cyclones, fueled by global emissions, tear apart coastal communities. These are the scenes…
NAIROBI – At a landmark gathering in Nairobi, African women theologians are charting a bold path for the global Church. The Second African Women Theologians Conference has convened voices from across the continent and beyond, carrying a clear message: for the Church to embody true synodality, it must listen to and walk with the voices of women, especially in Africa,…
Listen closely. A new sound is emerging from the heart of the Catholic Church. It’s the sound of a quiet revolution—not of protest, but of profound, dialogue-driven transformation. This is the spirit of synodality in action. As the global Church learns to walk together, it is discovering who is essential to leading that journey: women, whose theological, spiritual, and pastoral…
Today, September 1st, marks the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, a moment for us to reflect on the state of our planet and our role in its future. This year, we are living in a world where forests become battlefields, and the very air and water are weaponized by greed and conflict. This is the stark…
From the heart of Mbeya, a profound and urgent call has been made. The 6th National Congress of Catholic Young Workers (VIWAWA), held at the Catholic University of Mbeya (CUoM), was much more than a gathering; it was a defining moment where over 4,200 young Tanzanians stood at a crossroads for their nation. On August 20, 2025, Archbishop Gervas Nyaisonga…
At the III Pan-African Catholic Jubilee Congress in Abidjan, a bold and inspiring message emerged; one that challenges the long-standing portrayal of Africa as a continent of despair. The “Hope for Africa” declaration is more than a statement; it’s a manifesto for transformation. It envisions the African Church not as a follower, but as a global leader—demanding transparency, accountability, and…
The upcoming III Pan-African Catholic Congress on Theology, Society, and Pastoral Life, organized by the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network (PACTPAN), emerges as a historic gathering poised to profoundly shape the future of the African Catholic communities and influence the global Church. Scheduled for August 5–10, 2025, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, under the theme “Journeying Together in Hope as…
NAIROBI, KENYA – From June 10 to 12, 2025, the 4th Global Research Network Convening gathered at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), casting a revealing spotlight on the pivotal, yet often understated, role of African consecrated women in advancing sustainable development. Organized under the aegis of the Centre for Research in Religious Life and Apostolate (CERRA) Africa Symposium,…
Something profound is stirring in the heart of Africa, a quiet but unmistakable spiritual awakening led by African women religious. In a continent scarred by inequality yet rich in faith, these consecrated women are becoming the beating heart of a renewed Catholic Church. This was powerfully affirmed just weeks ago at the 6th General Assembly and Symposium of Confederation of…