African Conference for Catholic Sisters Concludes With RenewedCommitment to Canon Law, Good Governance, Responsible Digital Ministry
The second and final day of the African Conference for Catholic Sisters Canon and CivilLawyers concluded with participants reaffirming their commitment to strengtheninglegal expertise, good governance, and ethical leadership in religious life. Held under thetheme, “Prophetic Witness of Catholic Sisters in Canon and Civil Law Matters: Learning,Connecting and Building a Community of Practice for the […]
African Conference for Catholic Sisters Strengthens Canon and Civil Law Practice through Continental Conference in Nairobi
Catholic sisters from across Africa, together with canon and civil law experts, Churchleaders, and safeguarding professionals, gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, from 30 th to 31 stJuly 2026 for the African Conference for Catholic Sisters Canon and Civil LawyersConference. The conference was held under the theme: “Prophetic Witness of CatholicSisters in Canon and Civil Law Matters: […]
Catholic Sisters Urged to Harness Digital Communication for Peacebuilding
Catholic Sisters have been called upon to use communication and digital media not merely to share information, but as powerful tools for peacebuilding and the transformation of communities. The call was made during a workshop titled “Building Nonviolent Peaceful Communities in the Digital World,” held at St. Joseph’s Center, Nairobi, and facilitated by Sr. Wamũyũ […]
AMECEA and Laudato Si’ Movement Convene Workshop on Ethical Investment for Catholics
On 17th July 2026, the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA), in collaboration with the Laudato Si’ Movement, convened a workshop on Ethical Investment for Catholics, on 17th July, 2026, bringing together bishops, Church leaders, Caritas representatives, and development partners to reflect on how Catholic institutions can align their financial investments with […]
AMECEA Opens 21st Plenary Assembly in Nairobi, Prioritizing Young People in the Church’s Synodal Journey
By Sr. Michelle Njeri, OSF Nairobi, Kenya The 21st Plenary Assembly of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) officially opened in Nairobi with a renewed commitment to journeying with young people as active participants in the life and mission of the Church while promoting communion, hope, justice and good governance across […]
A Mission of Hope: Sisters Empowering Refugees in Kakuma
Providing practical skills, education, and support for livelihoods among Kakuma’s diverse youth communities. At St. Clare of Assisi Training Institute, young people from pastoralist and refugee backgrounds gain practical skills, education, and a pathway to self-reliance in one of Kenya’s most challenging regions. When Sr. Molly Lim arrived in Kakuma in 2014, it was supposed […]
Wounded Yet Called: Embracing Trauma Awareness in Religious Life
Why recognizing and healing personal wounds is essential for spiritual growth, community resilience, and authentic vocation Religious life has always been seen as a sacred response to God’s call—marked by commitment, sacrifice, and the pursuit of holiness. Yet beneath this noble vocation lies a deeply human reality: those who enter religious life bring with them […]
Chosen Before I Knew: The Journey of a Gen Z Religious Sister
By Sr. Maureen Kamau -Sisters of Emmanuel (SE) From the quiet countryside to the convent, and now into active mission, the journey of a young religious sister is often filled with questions, sacrifice, and grace. In a world where many young people are searching for identity and purpose, some hear a different call, one that […]
Kenya: Catholic Sisters Rescue and Restore Hope for Girls in Maralal Diocese
Sr. Nduku joins the rescued girls in a song In the remote region of Suguta Marmar in Samburu County, the mission of the sisters of Mary Immaculate of Nyeri has taken an urgent and transformative dimension. What began as pastoral, educational, and healthcare outreach has evolved into a lifeline for young girls at risk […]
CASAK Takes Brain Health Awareness to Nairobi Schools Ahead of Global Campaign
In the days leading up to this year’s Brain Awareness Week, classrooms in Nairobi were transformed into spaces of discovery as students engaged in conversations about the brain, mental health and their future. On March 4, the Care for Aging Sisters Association Kenya (CASAK), in collaboration with International Brain Research Organisation (IBRO) and Dana Foundation, […]