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Bishop John Bosco Ntagungira and Bishop Emeritus Philippe Rukamba Visit Kansi and Higiro Parishes in Pastoral Visit
In an uplifting pastoral visit, Bishop John Bosco Ntagungira, together with Bishop Emeritus Philippe Rukamba, […]
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Pope Francis Canonizes 14 New Saints, Including Martyrs from Syria
Vatican City, October 20, 2024 – In a solemn and joyous ceremony held in Saint Peter’s Square, Pope Francis canonized 14 new saints, among them the Martyrs of Damascus, who were killed in Syria during the Ottoman Empire1. The canonization ceremony, attended by thousands of Catholic faithful from around the world, marked the final step towards sainthood for these individuals, who are now venerated by the global Catholic Church. The newly canonized saints include St. Giuseppe Allamano, an Italian missionary who founded the Consolata Missionaries, St. Marie-Léonie Paradis, a Canadian nun known for founding an order dedicated to the service of priests, and St. Elena Guerra, hailed as an “apostle of the Holy Spirit”2. The group also includes St. Manuel Ruiz López and his seven Franciscan companions, who were martyred in Damascus in 1860 for refusing to renounce their Christian faith2. Pope Francis, in his homily, emphasized the theme of service, noting that these new saints lived Jesus’ way of life by making themselves servants of their brothers and sisters2. He highlighted their creative acts of goodness, steadfastness in difficulties, and generosity to the end2. The Gospel for the Mass was chanted in Greek in addition to Latin in honor of the 11 Martyrs of Damascus2. The canonization of these saints is seen as a powerful message of hope and resilience, especially for Christians in the Middle East who continue to face persecution and violence2. The testimony of the martyrs from the Franciscan Custody of the Holy Land is particularly meaningful to those suffering in the region today2. Pope Francis concluded the ceremony by inviting all Catholics to learn about these new saints and ask for their intercession, encouraging believers to follow Christ’s example of service and become witnesses of hope for the world
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A Milestone of Healing in Diocese of Butare
On Sunday, October 13, 2024, the heart of the Diocese of Butare, Gakoma Catholic Parish, […]
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Pope Francis Announces Creation of 21 New Cardinals
In a significant move to reshape the College of Cardinals, Pope Francis has announced the […]
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Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Jean Bosco Ntagungira: A Momentous Celebration of Faith and Community
The recent episcopal ordination ceremony of Bishop Jean Bosco Ntagungira was a momentous event that […]
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