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Consecrated Women in Eastern-Central Africa to Maintain Theme of Postponed Assembly

The Plenary Assembly of the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA), which had been slated for last August, is expected to take place in August this year under the same theme, officials involved in organizing the event have told ACI Africa. The five-day 18th Plenary Assembly has been scheduled take place from August 23

ACWECA Set to Empower Religious Women be Master Trainers on Child Protection

25NovemberSr GraceNews

Following Pope Francis’ call on protecting children and preventing them from falling victim to any form of psychological and physical abuse after the global summit held last year on Protection of Minors in the Church, the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA) are set to empower Religious women to be master trainers and make use

Kenya Bishops Offer Model Guidelines for COVID-19 Restrictions on Public Worship

4AugustSr GraceNews

As the political leaders of African nations sought to stem the tide of COVID-19 cases, many religious authorities across the continent followed suit and called on their followers to heed their governments’ directives to observe the protocols put in place. But now, after four months of social and commercial lockdown, many African countries are seeking

Catholic Religious on the Front Lines Combat Spread of COVID-19 in Africa

4AugustSr GraceNews

By Sister Grace Candiru NAIROBI, Kenya — As confirmed cases of COVID-19 continue to surge globally, Catholic religious sisters in Africa have moved in to support their governments’ efforts to combat the pandemic on the continent. From the onset, experts were concerned about the COVID-19 threat to Africa because of the ill-equipped health systems of

ACWECA Secretary General warns sisters in the region of the spread of COVID-19, challenges them to reach out to the poor

28AprilSr GraceNews

By Sr. Grace Candiru, MSMMC As the global confirmed cases of COVID-19 infections and deaths continue to surge, the African countries that make up the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa, (ACWECA) have not been spared. ACWECA is a regional body made up ten (10) English speaking countries of Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya,

KENYA: ACWECA Prioritizes Future Sustainability of Religious Life in the Region

27SeptemberICTNews

By Pamela Adinda, AMECEA Online News The Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa-ACWECA has made it a priority to strengthen the sustainability of Religious Life among the Congregations from the member countries. Speaking to AMECEA Online News, ACWECA Secretary General Sr. Eneless Chimbali, SBVM, indicated that the issue of sustainability of Religious

KENYA: ACWECA President Commends Members for their Commitments to Associations’ Course

30AugustICTNews

By Pamela Adinda, AMECEA Online News President of the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA) Sr. Cecilia Njeri, LSOSF, has expressed immense gratitude to Religious Congregations from the ten Member countries for their strong commitment towards the course of the Association. Evident through the membership financial contributions and full participation in

TANZANIA: ‘Deepen the bonds of Friendship and Communion among yourselves’- Pope Francis

29NovemberICTNews

The Holy Father Pope Francis has asked the members of the Association of Consecrated Women in Eastern and Central Africa (ACWECA) to deepen the bonds of Friendship and communion among themselves so that they may offer a more convincing witness to society and the Church, and a united apostolate to the poor, the sick and

ZAMBIA: Bishop Chisanga challenges Nuns to take part in Formation of Priests in Seminaries

23NovemberICTNews

Zambian Catholic Bishop, Patrick Chisanga, has challenged Religious women in Zambia to take part in formation of priests in seminaries. “Venture into specialised studies especially Religious studies, to equip yourselves with a deeper understanding of Theology, Liturgy and the Bible not only for your spiritual and religious growth but also to participate in the formation

TANZANIA: A Member of the USCCB Pastoral Solidarity Fund for Africa argue Sisters to have a welcoming spirit, love for the poor and humility

30AugustICTNews

A Consultant at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Pastoral Solidarity Fund for Africa has argued Religious women from Africa to have a spirit of mercy, love for the poor, humility, a welcoming spirit and a genuine proclamation of Gospel joy through their service. Mr. Fritz Zuger was addressed the Major Superiors and