As is customary after a papal trip, the pope dedicated the main portion of his general audience Feb. 8 to sharing with visitors and pilgrims the highlights of his visit Jan. 31-Feb. 5 to Congo and South Sudan.
Pope repeats calls, prayers for peace and justice in Africa
Pope, Anglican, Presbyterian leaders push South Sudanese to make peace
Christian leaders told the country’s After closed-door meetings, political leaders that it is time to stop their violent jostling for power and wealth and to start serving their people.
Catholic bishop, youth and religious in South Sudan embark on long, grueling trek to meet pope
In what is called the Ecumenical Pilgrimage of Peace Feb. 3-5, Pope Francis will visit South Sudan’s capital, Juba.
Preaching peace amid violence: Pope heads back to Africa
Pope Francis’ fifth trip to the African continent will highlight gestures of peace and reconciliation, consoling the victims of violence but also emphasizing the importance of each person sowing peace in the family, the neighborhood and the nation.