First Reading: Genesis 1:1–2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104: 1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 13-14, 24, 35 or 33:4-5, 6-7, 12-13, 20 and 22 Second Reading: Romans 6:3-11 Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, Alleluia Gospel: Matthew 28:1-10 Holy Saturday Reflection is by Antoine PHAKA, S.J. Collège Alfajiri, D.R Congo. Dear brothers
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Good Friday Reflection; The Triumphant Suffering
First Reading: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 31: 2, 6, 12-13, 15-16, 17, 25 Second Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9 Gospel Acclamation: Philippians 2:8-9 Gospel: John 18:1–19: 42 Good Friday Reflection is by SHAYO WILLIAM, SJ., Radio Kwizera, Tanzania. When we enter these days of contemplating the mysteries of our faith,
The Paschal Mystery: Rediscovering the true Meaning of Holy Thursday
First Reading: Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 116: 12-13, 15-16bc, 17-18 Second Reading: First Corinthians 11: 23-26 Gospel Acclamation: John 13:34 Gospel: John 13:1-15 Holy Thursday Reflection is by Fr. Cornelius Apili, SJ., Priest-in-Charge of the St. John Paul II Quasi-Parish in Grafton, Freetown, Sierra Leone. There is a sense
Lenten Journey of Mercy: Catholic Students Visit Chikurubi Maximum Prison, Zimbabwe
On Saturday, 28 March 2026, Catholic students from higher tertiary institutions under the Jesuit Youth Ministry concluded their Lenten program with a profound act of mercy – a visit to Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison. More than an outreach, the encounter became a living expression of Lent’s call to compassion, solidarity,
Reflection for Palm Sunday 29Th March 2026; The Passion of The Christ
First Reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18a, 19-20, 23-24; Second Reading: Philippians 2:6-11; Gospel Acclamation: Philippians 2;8b-9 Gospel: Matthew 26:14- 27:66 Today’s Reflection is by Fr. Eugène Goussikindey, SJ., Director, Centre de Recherche d’Étude et de Créativité (CREC), Bénin. The celebration of Palm Sunday and of the Passion
Traore A. Tidiane founder of 2T Solar Innovations
Where the Solar Energy Becomes a Strategy Traore A. Tidiane is the visionary behind 2T Solar Innovations, a company that harnesses Burkina Faso’s abundant solar energy to address the country’s chronic electricity shortages. In rural areas, health centres run on generators, markets close at dusk, and students study by candlelight.
Victoria Macfoy; Dispensing Healing More Than Physical Health
Victoria Macfoy, who has a pharmacy degree, almost had to close her dream pharmacy because of financial struggles and poor upkeep. It was hard for her to see her community suffer, as local health workers and clinics were stretched thin and lacked resources. After AJAN held a training session at
Mohamed Kamara Peter the face behind Crest Tech Innovation
Innovative Technology as a Classroom for the Digital Generation Mohamed Kamara Peter is driving change in a community where unreliable electricity continues to hinder businesses, limit access to quality services, and threaten long-term sustainability. As a parishioner of St. John Paul II Parish in Freetown, Sierra Leone, he leads Crest
St. Joseph Technical Students Participate in YCS Rally at Loreto Limuru, Kenya
On Saturday, 14 March 2026, students from St. Joseph Technical Senior School, under St. Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) one of AJAN’s centres in Kangemi, Nairobi, Kenya, joined learners from across the Archdiocese of Nairobi for the Young Christian Students (YCS) Rally held at Loreto Limuru High School. The event offered
Empowering Laudato Si’ Animators: From Reflection to Action for Our Common Home
A Journey of Awareness, Discernment, and Action From March 18 to 22, 2026, the Centre Arrupe Madagascar (CA-MDG), a member of the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), hosted the third edition of the Formation Continue des Animateurs Laudato Si’ (“Laudato Si’ Continuing Education for Animators”) at Village Aina. The program
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