Congolese Catholics take to the streets to protest increasing violence
Catholics and other Christians in Congo took to the streets Dec. 4 to protest increasing...
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Catholics and other Christians in Congo took to the streets Dec. 4 to protest increasing...
The call was given by the bishops' conference to express anger at the recurring crisis lasting nearly three decades
Catholics and other Christians in Congo took to the streets Dec. 4 to protest increasing violence, often caused when neighboring countries seek the nation's valuable minerals. The protest was called by the Congolese bishops' conference and, in some areas, only the 6:30 a.m. Mass was offered so people could participate in the nationwide demonstrations.
The Holy See Press Office announced that Pope Francis will travel from Jan. 31 to Feb. 5 next year
Peace, unity and reconciliation also are the themes Pope Francis is expected to focus on in Congo, a nation rich in natural resources but torn apart by ongoing violence.