First Religious Profession
We invite you to pray with us for the First Religious Profession of Evelyne, Georgiana and Mary After a long journey of deep reflection and discernment they confirmed their vocation and are joining our congregations and missionary life They went through an intensive period of formation. And were progressively and more deeply initiated into the essential aspects of our religious missionary life, through accompaniment and the experience of an international and intercultural community. During this formation they Have deepened their knowledge of the Christian faith and prayer and developed greater intimacy with Christ; Have grown in inner freedom and responsibility and learned the foundational aspects of human development; Have learned to be open to other cultures, values and learned the languages of the Congregation (English and French) Acquired the ability to discern the authenticity of God’s call, by entering fully into the spirit of the Congregation and to…
XII International day against human trafficking
The International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking takes place every year on February 8th, the day in which we celebrate the liturgical memory of St. Bakhita, the Sudanese nun who as a child had the dramatic experience of being kidnapped and enslaved and became the universal symbol of the Church’s commitment against trafficking. It is promoted by the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) and the Union of Superiors General (USG). The coordination of the network of partners and adherents is entrusted to Talitha Kum, the international network founded by the UISG and committed against trafficking in persons. We are committed to the work of UISG and Talitha Kum and we share with you some material for preparation and reflection All the material are from this website https://preghieracontrotratta.org/ which is in five languages. Peace and dignity are inseparable. In the words of Emily Greene Balch, Nobel prize for…
In my heart I felt a great desire – a vocation story
Sister Angela Kapitingana is Tanzanian. Sha was several years in mission in Uganda, Zambia, Rwanda, Kenya and DRC. For 5 years she was a formator in the novitiate in Burkina. Currently she is the Superior General in Rome, Italy We asked her about her religious vocation. Here is her story Discovering my vocation was not easy but, in my heart, I had a desire to share my faith with people who have no family, especially orphans. I wanted to show that they are important in God’s eyes. Very early I lost my mother so I wanted to help my sister who did everything so that I could study. I worked hard at school until I had the opportunity to go to university. It was a decisive moment when I felt in my heart a need to get out of myself and reach out to others. I followed by…
A Crossroads of Reunions in La Marsa, Tunisia
During the last months of the year, our small Christian community in La Marsa, Tunisia, experienced many moments of visits, encounters, and joyful reunions, enriching the life of the parish and the religious communities present in the country. Closing of the Bicentenary of Cardinal Lavigerie at La Marsa Parish On October 31, on the occasion of the closing of the Bicentenary of Cardinal Lavigerie, our parish in La Marsa welcomed the communities of the Missionaries of Africa and the entire Lavigerie family. The Mass, presided over by Bishop Nicolas Lhernould, was at once simple, beautiful, and deeply prayerful. It was followed by a time of fellowship with the consecrated members and friends who accompanied us, with a special guest: Pauline Lecointe, the great-great cousin of Cardinal Lavigerie. A Fraternal Day of the COSMADT in Monastir In November, a beautiful day of fraternity and sharing brought…
Sunday of the Word of God
The word of the Lord reaches the heart not as a promise of something but as a promise of someone We share with you the booklet of the Pope’s Prayer Intentions on the occasion of the Sunday of the Word of God. Here is the link to download the booklet of Prayer Intention 2026 LITURGICAL AND PASTORAL HANDBOOK – SEVENTH SUNDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD THE WORD OF CHRIST DWELLS AMONG YOU (Col 3:16) Here is the link to download the guide Sussidio DPD 26
Life of the mission in Ouarzazate, Morocco
Since our arrival in Ouarzazate, Morocco, we welcomed several groups of pilgrims, mainly from Poland and Italy. They wished to make a stop on their journey in order to celebrate the Eucharist in our Church of Saint Thérèse. We have also begun to build relationships with some guides who regularly accompany these pilgrimage groups. This time, we had the joy of meeting again Mrs. Agnieszka, a simple woman with great depth in her sharing. She is also passionate about Tanzania, where she spent some time, and she enjoys recalling a bit of her Kiswahili whenever she comes here. We also received visits from several people who came to spend a moment in prayer in the church and eventually shared their life experiences with us. We were particularly moved by the testimony of a French man who had spent a long period in a coma. He awoke after seeing…
A life consecreted, a faith shared
From Sister Jacqueline, from Bruxelles, Belgium A group of my grandniece’s friends asked me if I would agree to meet with the children who were preparing for their confirmation. I agreed, saying that I no longer knew today’s children and that I had lived a very different youth. On the day of the meeting, I began by asking the children questions to get a sense of their experience of faith, such as: You had your first communion, what did you like about it? Have you taken communion since then? Do you like taking communion? Why? Are you happy to be making your profession of faith? I quickly realized that I was way off the mark: these children do not live in a Catholic environment! On the other hand, they were interested in religious life, especially life in Africa. How I lived, in what conditions, whether I enjoyed…
Feast of Christ the King : a celebration of faith and commitment
As every year, Saint Joseph Parish in Nouakchott joyfully and prayerfully celebrated the Feast of Christ the King, a major event in the life of the Christian community. This solemn celebration, which marks the end of the liturgical year, reminds all the faithful that Christ is at the center of our lives and our mission. It also invites the community to look toward the future with confidence, placing our journey under the reign of love, peace, and justice of the Lord. On the occasion of the Feast of Christ the King, each association, movement, national community, and prayer group of the parish was represented by two members. These representatives were called to make a formal commitment on behalf of their groups to the service of the Church and Saint Joseph Parish. This symbolic yet deeply meaningful gesture expressed the desire of every group to actively contribute to parish life.…
Living a year with Cardinal Lavigerie in Malawi: awareness, celebration, and mission
By Sr. Mbaihamndene Valerie, Lilongwe community, Malawi As a community in Malawi, we would like to share how we lived and celebrated a year with Cardinal Lavigerie, the founder of the Missionaries of Africa (M.Afr.) and the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Africa (MSOLA). To begin with, we organized two radio programs and one television program. The main purpose of these programs was to raise awareness and help people learn more about Cardinal Lavigerie, his mission, and his lasting impact in Africa. These media platforms gave us a valuable opportunity to speak about Lavigerie commitment to anti-slavery, the fight against human trafficking, child labor, exploitation, and corruption. We also highlighted what Lavigerie accomplished in Africa through his missionaries, especially here in Malawi. Inspired by Cardinal Lavigerie deep love and passion for children, we celebrated his life together with the children at Tikondane. The day was lively…
Catechists training in Maaji and Agojo
Sr. Magda during a class By Sr. Magdalena Orczykowska, Ukusijoni community, Uganda In the Maaji and Agojo refugee settlements in Northern Uganda, our team of Missionaries of Africa and Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Africa continues to offer regular training for the catechists who serve the Christian communities. These moments of formation are one of the simple ways we bring the Word of God to people who continue to wait for the Good News of hope. During the sessions, the catechists deepen their understanding of theology, spirituality, and leadership, and they learn to recognize God’s presence in their daily lives. Each session gathers around 25 catechists, ranging from young people who are still in school to elders who sometimes struggle with English. We also encourage women, who form the majority in the refugee settlements, to participate actively and take up this important leadership role within their communities. The…