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Bishop-elect in Central African Republic vows to foster peace through dialogue with rebel groups
Monsignor Aurelio Gazzera of the Diocese of Bangassou hopes to become a “symbol of peace” as armed groups continue to... Read more
Central African Republic rebels seize Bangassou, bishop reports
The Central African Republic city of Bangassou has been captured by rebels aligned with an ex-president, Bishop Juan José Aguirre... Read more
At least 42 dead in cathedral attack in Central African Republic
At least 42 people have died in an attack Thursday on the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Alindao, in... Read more
Central African bishops call for peace amid renewed violence
The bishops of the Central African Republic have urged Catholics not to give in to calls for revenge attacks on... Read more
Central African Republic church attack kills 15, including priest
Gunmen killed at least 15 people, including a priest, and left dozens more wounded, in an attack on a Catholic... Read more
Christ’s love will overcome devastation, Pope Francis tells Central Africans
In the Central African Republic on Sunday, Pope Francis delivered a homily emphasizing that God’s powerful love can overcome “unprecedented... Read more
Pope to displaced persons: peace is impossible without tolerance, forgiveness
Pope Francis’ first stop after arriving in the Central African Republic Sunday was to a refugee camp housing thousands of... Read more
Africa's bishops offer Pope Francis prayers and a warm welcome
Ahead of the papal visit to Africa, the continent’s bishops have sent Francis a message of welcome. They emphasized the... Read more
Justice and truth are the keys to peace in Central African Republic, Pope says
Pope Francis' address to the bishops of the Central African Republic on Friday focused on the Church's role in fostering... Read more
Will Pope Francis visit the fragile Central African Republic later this year?
The Archbishop of Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, said on Thursday that Pope Francis will visit his... Read more
Central African bishop seeks hope, forgiveness amid carnage
Central African Republic can recover from the carnage of violent conflict through a return to Christ, who empowers Christians to... Read more
