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Bawumia visits the Vatican, meets with Pope Francis (PHOTOS)
Add a CommentVice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, on Wednesday, 24 April, 2024 visited the Vatican, where he was warmly received by Pope Francis as part of his working visit to the Republic of Italy and the Vatican State. This landmark meeting underscores … Read more →
Bawumia to meet Pope Francis in Italy
Add a CommentVice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia departed Ghana last night for a working visit to the Republic of Italy and the Vatican State, aimed at strengthening the enduring relations between Ghana, Italy, and the Vatican State. During his visit, Dr. Bawumia … Read more →
Pope Francis says Catholic Priests can bless same-sex couples
Add a CommentPope Francis has allowed priests to bless same-sex couples, a significant advance for LGBT people in the Roman Catholic Church. The leader of the Roman Catholic Church said priests should be permitted to bless same-sex and “irregular” couples, under certain … Read more →
Abortion is like hiring a hitman – Pope Francis
Add a CommentThe Pope has re-emphasized his opposition to abortion in the wake of the controversial U.S. ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade, describing the medical procedure as akin to “hiring a hit man.” The pontiff made the comments during a 90-minute interview at the … Read more →
Pope Francis appoints Wa Bishop as Cardinal
Add a CommentBishop Richard Kuuia Baawobr of the Wa Catholic Diocese has been appointed a Cardinal of the Catholic Church. He is among 21 other new cardinals named by Pope Francis who will take up post at the Vatican in August; 16 … Read more →
Pope Francis says NATO started war in Ukraine by ‘barking at Putin’s door’
Add a CommentSince the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Pope Francis has floated the idea that he wants to take a trip to Kyiv to try to broker a ceasefire. But now he says he would prefer to go to Moscow to try … Read more →
Pope Francis reportedly falls ill a day after praying for coronavirus sufferers
Add a CommentPope Francis has reportedly taken ill and cancelled an event at a Rome basilica just a day after he prayed for coronavirus sufferers in Italy. According to the UK Mirror, the pontiff prayed for coronavirus sufferers on Ash Wednesday, while … Read more →
Pope Francis accuses critics of stabbing him in the back
Add a CommentPope Francis has accused his critics of stabbing him in the back, and said he is “not afraid” of the Catholic Church splitting. Speaking after a trip to Africa, the Pope took issue with conservative clergymen who have criticised him. … Read more →
Pope Francis declares February 23 worldwide prayer and fasting day
Add a CommentPope Francis has called on all Roman Catholics, Christians and members of other religions to observe Feb. 23 as a day of prayer, fasting and initiatives for peace. Francis while addressing tens of thousands of people in St. Peter’s Square … Read more →
Pope Francis in Chile at start of Latin America visit
Add a CommentPope Francis has arrived in Chile on a visit overshadowed by child sexual abuse accusations against almost 80 members of Chilean clergy. Some priests have been convicted by the Vatican’s court, but protests against an alleged cover-up are expected during … Read more →
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