CBCPNGSI Welcomes Its New President and Vice President: Most Reverend Rozario Menezes, SMM” & "Most Reverend Justin Ain Soongie"
Port Moresby, 28 April 2026: The Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea & Solomon Islands joyfully announces the election of Most Reverend Rozario Menezes, SMM as the new President and Most Reverend Justin Ain Soongie as the Vice President.


Building a Legacy of Kindness: Men of St. Savio called to Lead with a Heart
Boroko, Port Moresby: In a powerful reflection of faith, duty and character matching the vibrant colors of gentlemen’s attire and decorations - white, blue and red - the gentlemen of Don Bosco Technological Institute gathered to celebrate the advance Feast Day of St. Dominic Savio on 23rd April, 2026 with the theme “Listening with a Heart, Acting with Kindness” – The Saint Dominic Savio Way. The event was led by the Laura’s Club of the institute facilitated by a volunteer Te


Shaping Responsible Digital Citizens Through Media Education
Students from the nine Catholic institutions together with the facilitators of the Media Education Seminar. Emmaus Conference Centre, Boroko – Port Moresby: Students from nine Catholic institutions gathered for the second session on 18 April 2026 for the Media Education Seminar – 2026 series, a training that empowers the next generation to use media responsibly and positively. Organized and facilitated by Fr. Ambrose Pereira, SDB, and volunteer facilitators, the seminar carri


Holy Mass with the Apostolic Nuncio during the AGM
His Grace, Archbishop Maurizio Bravi, the Apostolic Nuncio to Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands His Grace, Archbishop Maurizio Bravi, the Apostolic Nuncio to Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands, celebrated Holy Mass with the bishops and archbishops of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands during day seven of their Annual General Meeting in Port Moresby. In his homily, Archbishop Bravi reflected on the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd. Drawing from the tradition of the O


Celebrating Faith and Community: A Remarkable Day in Port Moresby
On April 21, 2026, a significant and inspiring event unfolded in Port Moresby, as the bishops and archbishops from every diocese and archdiocese of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands gathered for their Annual General Meeting. Yesterday, as part of the celebration, these leaders embarked on a mission to connect with the faithful across Port Moresby by celebrating Holy Mass in various parishes. The event was meticulously organized by a dedicated team, with the support of


CBCPNGSI opens 67th AGM with Solemn Eucharistic Celebration
Boroko - The Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands formally opened its 67th Annual General Meeting (AGM) with a solemn Eucharistic celebration on April 21 at St. Joseph’s Parish, Boroko. From left to right: His Excellency Bishop Rozario Menezes, Vice president of CBCPNGSI, His Excellency Bishop Maurizio Bravi, Apostolic Nuncio to PNG and Solomon Islands, His Eminence Sir John Cardinal Ribat and His Excellency Bishop Otto Separy President of the


Healing Hearts and Restoring Dignity: Faith-Based Support for Patients and Inmates in Port Moresby, National Capital District
The Service Chaplaincies Desk, under the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands (CBC PNGSI), coordinated a visit by the St. Joseph’s Sisters to the Children’s Ward at Port Moresby General Hospital on Saturday, 28 March 2026, during the fifth week of the Lenten season. The visit covered Wards 1B, 2C, and the children’s outpatient section. Mrs. Christine Tsuga from CBCPNGSI and the St. Joseph sisters visits the children's ward at Port Moresby Genera


Formation Course in Wewak Inspires Deeper Reflection on Human Dignity
Participants of the Formation Course on the Theology of the Human Person Various participation from different Religious Congregation in the dioceses of Wewak and Aitape gathered last week of March, this year for their first Ongoing Formation course " The Theology of the Human Person" facilitated by Fr. Roshen Pinto SMM at Wirui Retreat center in Wewak Diocese. Religious Congregation who attended are; 1: Rosary Sisters, 2: Holy Spirit Sisters 3: Marianathas Sisters 4: Union


Empowering Youth: St. Rita Parish Hosts Inspiring Gathering in Goroka
The St. Rita Parish Youth Gathering in Goroka Diocese was successfully held from the 9th to the 12th, bringing together young people under the inspiring theme, “Empowering Youth.” The gathering created a meaningful space for spiritual growth, personal development, and community bonding among the youth. Parish Youths gather for the Empowering Youth Program The program began on the evening of the 9th with an opening session that included a warm welcome and the Divine Mercy pra


Caritas PNG Reaches Out to Street Ministry Children
On 2nd April, Caritas Papua New Guinea extended its outreach to the Street Ministry children of the Archdiocese of Port Moresby through a modest but meaningful donation. At the Chancery, the donation was received by Sr. Veronica Paison, Sr. Angela Peria, members of the teaching staff, and several children who remained behind as others departed for the Easter holidays. Caritas officers with Street Ministry staff and Children during their donation to the school The Street Minis


Bishop Jozef Roszynski SVD reaches his 37th year of Religious Service.
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands (CBCPNGSI) warmly congratulates Bishop Jozef Roszynski, SVD, on the occasion of his 37 years of religious service. Ordained a priest on 30 April 1989, Bishop Roszynski has devoted his life to proclaiming the Gospel and serving God’s people, particularly in Papua New Guinea. As a missionary of the Society of the Divine Word and now as Bishop of Wewak, and the Bishop Deputy for the Commission for Social Com


Thousands Gather for Solemn Good Friday Observance at Holy Cross Cathedral
On Good Friday, 3rd April 2026, hundreds of faithful gathered at Holy Cross Cathedral to solemnly commemorate the Passion and death of our Lord Jesus Christ, entering deeply into one of the most sacred days of the Church’s liturgical calendar. Archbishop Christopher Cardone OP opens the Passion drama with a prayer and welcome, as the faithful gather to witness youths reenacting the Passion of Christ. The observance began at 8:00 AM with a moving Passion Drama presented by the


Easter Triduum Celebrations at St. Francis Xavier Parish, Valoka
The faithful of Kimbe Catholic Diocese gathered in great numbers at St. Francis Xavier Parish, Valoka to celebrate the Easter Triduum, led by Bishop John Bosco Auram. The celebrations began with Holy Thursday Mass, followed by a Good Friday procession of the Holy Cross from Hoskins Station and the solemn liturgy of the Passion. During the Easter Vigil, 23 children were baptized, while on Easter Sunday, the Bishop blessed two Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist and baptiz
















































