With no date yet set, preparations have already begun in the country to receive His Holiness, who is coming to Angola at the invitation of the national bishops and President João Lourenço.

“At this moment, we are in the preparation phase for the Pope’s visit. I want to emphasize that there are no details yet regarding the exact date, but these will be communicated once they are finalized by the Holy See,” the Apostolic Nuncio stated.

He invited all the faithful of the Catholic Church and all Angolans in general to “prepare for this very important event,” adding that the Holy Father’s visit should become an opportunity to rediscover and share the best values ​​of the Angolan people.

According to a statement from the Apostolic Nunciature in Angola, the pastoral visit will focus on faith, peace, reconciliation, and hope, with meetings planned with state authorities, religious leaders, and the faithful.

Den Jose Manuel Imbamba, president of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and São Tomé (Ceast), emphasized during the press conference the gratitude of Angolan Catholics for this news and affirmed that they will work to ensure the distinguished visitor feels welcome.

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