The Archdiocese of Rabaul came alive in the power of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost Sunday, June 8, as 57 young Catholics received the Sacrament of Confirmation during a vibrant Eucharistic celebration led by Archbishop Rochus Josef Tatamai MSC at Vunapope Cathedral.
In the beautiful Sepik Region of Papua New Guinea, within the Catholic Diocese of Wewak, stands a beacon of hope and transformation: Yarapos Mercy All Girls Secondary School.
West Papua, one of the world’s most resource-rich and culturally diverse regions, continues to endure decades of political repression, economic exploitation, and cultural erasure under Indonesian control.
Under the sweeping highland skies of Papua New Guinea’s Lagaip Valley, the Wanepap Catholic Mission will host the highly anticipated Lagaip Sangai Festival 2025 — a vibrant celebration of culture, faith, and community healing on July 25 and 26.
As Papua New Guinea (PNG) marks 50 years of independence, a growing body of legal and cultural voices is questioning the legitimacy of its 1975 separation from Australia.
Among them, the Honorable Anton Parao of Pina Parish, Catholic Diocese of Wabag, stands out as a pioneering figure whose integrity, foresight, and unwavering dedication helped shape the nation’s democratic foundations.
Sokaim Village in Papua New Guinea’s Kompiam-Ambum District has officially dedicated itself to a new way of life, marking a major milestone in the province’s growing grassroots peace movement.
As one catechist from Yaramanda LKK in Wabag Diocese said, "We may not know books, but we know prayer and we know our God. In the Prayer House, we gain strength."
A small volcanic island in Papua New Guinea’s East Sepik Province came alive with song, celebration, and the stirring presence of the Holy Spirit as 60 young people received the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Józef Roszyński, the Catholic Bishop of Wewak.
n a bold move to promote transparency and peace in Papua New Guinea’s electoral process, Bishop Justine Ain Soongie of the Enga Catholic Church has called on Prime Minister James Marape to adopt an Electronic Voting System (EVS) for the 2027 National General Election.
“When Yainanda returns, our forests will sing again, our rivers will run sweet again,” says Tultul Arnold Etapae. “He is more than stone — he is our breath.”
In a historic moment for the Catholic community of Siasia Island, Bishop Rozario Menezes SMM of the Diocese of Lae officially opened three vital new facilities: a church, a youth office, and a mother’s hall in Aupwel village on May 25.
In the remote highland heartland of Papua New Guinea, the ancient village of Yarra Mander stands as a symbol of cultural resilience and sacred continuity.
Amid the misty highlands of Enga Province, the Keas Yakale Catholic Community is pioneering the implementation of Papua New Guinea’s 1:6:6 education reform, blending faith and innovation to transform rural learning.
Enga University marked a historic milestone as Papua New Guinea’s newest university held its inaugural graduation ceremony at the Wabag campus on May 23, 2025.
The Salesians of Don Bosco held a special Mass for Penh Sokkheng on May 17, 2025 as she left for her missionary volunteer service in Papua New Guinea (PNG).
Oral histories and emerging archaeological perspectives trace their roots back an astounding 75,000 years, making them more than just custodians of the land. They are a living link to humanity’s deep past.
In the mist-veiled mountains of Enga Province, far removed from the bustle of modern cities, lies the ancient land of Yampu—sacred to the Malipin Angalean Yaramanda people.
The rhythmic chants and vibrant energy of Māori culture filled Jubilee Catholic Secondary School in Hohola on May 18, 2025, as students welcomed Te Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue, a renowned cultural performance group from Rotorua, New Zealand.
