The 4th Sunday of Easter is the Good Shepherd Sunday and a day in which vocations are especially remembered and prayed for. It is for this reason it will be
The Installation of the Bishop of Kimberly Rt. Rev, Bishop Duncan TsokeThe Installation of the Bishop of Kimberly Rt. Rev, Bishop Duncan Tsoke
The installation of the new and seventh Bishop of Kimberly, Bishop Duncan Theodore Tsoke took place on the 17 April 2021 as was anticipated. In attendance were the Apostolic Nuncio,
A SPECIAL DAY FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERSA SPECIAL DAY FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERS
JUSTICE AND PEACE IN SEVERAL DIOCESES ORGANIZED A SPECIAL DAY FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERS TO THANK THEM FOR THEIR SELFLESS SERVICES DURING THE PANDEMIC From 5th-11th April, the world celebrated
A MESSAGE FOR THE MONTH OF RAMADAN AND ‘ID Al-FITRA MESSAGE FOR THE MONTH OF RAMADAN AND ‘ID Al-FITR
Echoing the message from the Vatican by the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue the SACBC wishes our Muslim brothers and sisters, especially in Southern Africa, a prayerful and fruitful month
Details of the Installation of Bishop Duncan in KimberleyDetails of the Installation of Bishop Duncan in Kimberley
The installation of Bishop Duncan Tsoke as the new bishop of Kimberly will take place on Saturday, 17 April 2021, at St. Patrick’s CBC, Kimberly at 10am. In order to
A Theological Symposium on the ordained priesthood and the priesthood of the baptizedA Theological Symposium on the ordained priesthood and the priesthood of the baptized
The Theological Symposium tagged “Toward a Fundamental Theology of the Priesthood” will explore the relationship between vocations, the ordained priesthood and the priesthood of the baptized. Presenting the Symposium in
CPLO Webinar Invitation 07 April 2021- South Africa’s Underlying Water Infrastructure ChallengesCPLO Webinar Invitation 07 April 2021- South Africa’s Underlying Water Infrastructure Challenges
The socio-economic impact of the shortfall in water infrastructure and supply is already severe, and most likely to increase as exacerbated by the effects of climate change. The government has
Death Notification: Mrs Ntsako Iggy MotiangDeath Notification: Mrs Ntsako Iggy Motiang
We wish to inform you of the untimely death of Mrs Ntsako Ignatia Julia Motiang who was one of the SACBC Marriage and Family Life Office working group member. Mrs
The argument for the opening of churches is not only about the “right to worship”The argument for the opening of churches is not only about the “right to worship”
By Bishop Sithembele Sipuka, the President of the SACBC. The Easter season, particularly the Triduum — the three days of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday — is the
Another overdue victory for human dignityAnother overdue victory for human dignity
Would-be parents have right to bury remains of dead foetus: high court Judge Nomonde Mngqibisa-Thusi declared sections of the Births and Deaths Registration Act (BDRA) — which effectively deems a
Today we hear what perfect love isToday we hear what perfect love is
A reflection by Fr. Russell Pollitt SJ, on Thursday of Holy Week. Not only has Jesus given himself in this meal with his disciples, but he goes the extra mile
The Judas in usThe Judas in us
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Fannie Msiza of the Archdiocese of Pretoria Why would Judas want to betray Jesus? The bible does not give us an answer why Judas would
The way of a believer is the way of ChristThe way of a believer is the way of Christ
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Xolani Ndaba of the Diocese of Eshowe on Tuesday of the Holy Week. We are invited to be aware of our strengths and weaknesses. We
Pray to the Lord to give us a lively faithPray to the Lord to give us a lively faith
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Ncamiso Vilakati of the Diocese of Manzini on Monday of the Holy Week. She took no thought for what others would think but what would
We reflect on the suffering and crucifixion of JesusWe reflect on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus
A Palm Sunday reflection by Bishop Joao Rodrigues, the Bishop of Tzaneen. Have we ever thought of the amount of time, pain, talent, effort, research, technology, all the work that
We are more than conquerors through Him who loved usWe are more than conquerors through Him who loved us
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Stan Muyebe OP, on Saturday of the Fifth Week of Lent. During Holy Week during and indeed during this pandemic we should allow Jesus Christ
Jesus is stripped of his clothesJesus is stripped of his clothes
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Connor, the Secretary General of SACBC. One of the most basic needs is the need to feel safe and secure. This search for security
In Jesus God becomes with usIn Jesus God becomes with us
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Russell Pollitt SJ on Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent. God desires communion with us and will do what it takes for that to
Long Lent, long lockdown, long covidLong Lent, long lockdown, long covid
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Chris Townsend of the Archdiocese of Pretoria on Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Where is your faith? How have you deepened your faith?
Many came to believe in HimMany came to believe in Him
A Lenten reflection from Fr. Zane Godwin of the Archdiocese of Cape Town on Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Jesus says faith in Him as the Son of
The Lord offers compassion and mercyThe Lord offers compassion and mercy
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Deneys Williamson of the Archdiocese of Johannesburg. God puts life where there was none, where life had been taken away and lost. He is the
God is also seeking usGod is also seeking us
A Lenten reflection by Bishop Sithembele Sipuka, the Bishop of Mthatha While we have been seeking God, God is also seeking us. God is struggling with you, journeying with you
We too are meant to be of God and for GodWe too are meant to be of God and for God
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Tumelo Mohlaping of the Diocese of Bethlehem. As Christians we are supposed to be in alignment with Jesus and the prophets. We need to confront
Solemnity of St. JosephSolemnity of St. Joseph
Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin, Mary. Although not much is said of him in scripture, he seems larger than life. Often,
Jesus falls!Jesus falls!
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Connor, the Secretary General of the SACBC For us a fall represent a failure, a misstep, a loss of strength and an inability to
The Installation of Bishop Kumalo of WitbankThe Installation of Bishop Kumalo of Witbank
The installation of Bishop Xolile Thaddaeus Kumalo as the Bishop of witbank will take place on Saturday 20 March 2021, at Maria Trost Pastoral Center in Lydenburg (Mashishing) at 10am.
God is waiting for us to make a moveGod is waiting for us to make a move
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Russell Pollitt SJ, on Thursday of the Fourth Week of Lent. We might learn to bargain effectively. The diplomacy of Moses pays off as he
Jesus listened to the Father firstJesus listened to the Father first
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Karabo Baloyi of the Archdiocese of Pretoria. Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. Very often we plan our projects, what to do and what
The Solemnity of St Joseph CelebrationsThe Solemnity of St Joseph Celebrations
Please note that there will be a live-streaming of the following liturgical celebrations of the Feast Day of St. Joseph. Below please find the links. Solemnity of St Joseph –
Amoris Leatitia Family YearAmoris Leatitia Family Year
On March 19, 2021, the Church celebrates five years since the publication of the Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia on the beauty and joy of love in the family. On the
Jesus knows our situations, our needs, our fearsJesus knows our situations, our needs, our fears
A Lenten reflections by Fr. Zane Godwin of the Archdiocese of Cape Town, on Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. Perhaps we in some ways sometimes also give up
Blessing of unions of persons of the same sex illicit: Declares the Congregation for the Doctrine of the FaithBlessing of unions of persons of the same sex illicit: Declares the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith
Article of Commentary on the Responsum ad dubium The new statement of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith is a response to a question – in classical terms,
New Secretary-General at Namibia Bishops’ ConferenceNew Secretary-General at Namibia Bishops’ Conference
Sr. Helena Amwaandangi, MSC has been appointed as the new Secretary-General for the Namibian Catholic Bishops Conference (NCBC). The 63-year-old replaces Fr. Linus Ngenomesho, O.M.I. who was appointed as the
SACBC Justice and Peace statement on the senseless killing of Mthokozisi NtumbaSACBC Justice and Peace statement on the senseless killing of Mthokozisi Ntumba
Mthokozisi Ntumba The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Justice and Peace Commission is deeply shocked by the tragic event and loss of life that took place in Johannesburg on Wednesday,
If we are faithful to the Lord we shall never be disappointedIf we are faithful to the Lord we shall never be disappointed
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Solly Mphela OFM The Lord wants to remind us that in Him there is hope and light beyond all those sufferings and pain. But there
His light shows up darkness in usHis light shows up darkness in us
A Lenten reflection by Bishop Victor Phalana, the Bishop of the Diocese of Klerksdorp.Fourth Sunday of Lent. There is darkness in each of us. We need to let the light
This is true prayerThis is true prayer
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Peter Williams OFM, on Saturday of the Third Week of Lent True prayer draws us closer to others. The only true attitude before God is
Jesus meets the women of JerusalemJesus meets the women of Jerusalem
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Connor, the Secretary General of SACBC. Women remain the backbone of families, of our communities and the wider society. Despite being considered a backbone
Listen to my voiceListen to my voice
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Russell Pollitt SJ, on Thursday of the Third Week of Lent. People with hardened hearts simply don’t listen. We follow the dictates of our evil
A New Associate Secretary General for the SACBCA New Associate Secretary General for the SACBC
Sr Phuthunywa Catherine Siyali HC belongs to the Congregation of the Sister of the Holy Cross, Southern African Province. She was born in 1970 in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape Province and
The Year of St. JosephThe Year of St. Joseph
Novena in preparation for the Feast of St. Joseph Last year in December Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph, in honour of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s
Many people look at the law from a negative point of viewMany people look at the law from a negative point of view
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Smilo Mngadi of the Diocese of Mariannhill on a Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent. Look at the law more as a guide.
We are the servant whom the king forgives muchWe are the servant whom the king forgives much
A Lenten reflection from Fr. Zane Godwin of the Archdiocese of Cape Town. The king has mercy on us and cancels our huge debt. We have short memories concerning the
The idolatry of physical appearanceThe idolatry of physical appearance
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Kirba Kifle MCCJ His egoism, his vanity, and his self-importance all get in the way of his healing, he desperately wants it. Only after he
Commandments and the Temple Purification a new relationshipCommandments and the Temple Purification a new relationship
A Lenten reflection by Bishop Joseph Mary Kizito, the Bishop of Aliwal North Diocese Exodus 20:1-17 The Exodus from Egypt and the covenant of Sinai are the main events that
Be reconciled to GodBe reconciled to God
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Linda Zwane of the Diocese of Witbank. Saturday of the Second Week of Lent. The elder son who remained at home – He did not
Why is Pope Francis visiting Iraq?Why is Pope Francis visiting Iraq?
Fr. Ricardo Da Silva SJ of America Media interviews Fr. Christopher Clohessy, the Lecturer of Shi’i Islam at the Pontifical Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies about the significance of
Veronica wipes the face of JesusVeronica wipes the face of Jesus
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Connor, the Secretary General of the SACBC. The Lord expects great things from you. Today let us reach out to someone who is at
It’s never too late with GodIt’s never too late with God
A Lenten reflection on Thursday of the second week of Lent by Fr. Russell Pollitt SJ. When we choose life we live and grow like a tree which is green
Bishops of Kimberley and QueenstownBishops of Kimberley and Queenstown
The SACBC is happy to announce that His Holiness, Pope Francis, has appointed Rev. Fr. Paul Siphiwo Vanqa, SAC, as the Bishop of Queenstown. Bishop Duncan Tsoke The Holy Father
Pope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to IraqPope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to Iraq
The Holy Father, Pope Francis, will carry out his Apostolic Visit to Iraq from the 5th to the 8th of March. According to the programme of the visit the Pope
Jesus’ suffering becomes our own sufferingJesus’ suffering becomes our own suffering
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Thembelani Ngcobo of the Archdiocese of Durban. A concern of a parent; what will become of my children when they die? It is a concern
Conversion in real concrete termsConversion in real concrete terms
A Lenten reflection from Fr. Zane Godwin of the Archdiocese of Cape Town. Our turning back to God must have practical, direct, consequences for the way that we act in
Many people have many burdens to bearMany people have many burdens to bear
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Brett Williams of the Archdiocese of Durban. Part of the mission of the Church, to preach the gospel and proclaim the Kingdom, is to help
We need to encounter God in our livesWe need to encounter God in our lives
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Pheto Matlala of the Archdiocese of Pretoria. A faith that ought to lead us to humility to acknowledge that we have sinned and so we
It’s our time to climb the mountain of TransfigurationIt’s our time to climb the mountain of Transfiguration
A Lenten reflection by Archbishop Zolile Mpambani, the Archbishop of Bloemfontein. That sight was something very precious and assuring, they had been shuttered by Jesus’ statement that He’s going to
We are still brothers and sistersWe are still brothers and sisters
A reflections by Fr. Sebina Komane of the Diocese of Witbank. We are not only fasting food or the things we love, we have a conversion of heart. We renew
The Messiah is among youThe Messiah is among you
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Connor As they began to contemplate the saying they began to treat each other with a lot more respect because maybe the other person
Learn to trust God more deeplyLearn to trust God more deeply
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Russell Pollitt SJ We are reminded of our need to learn how to trust God more deeply. Notice the trust Ester displays at the end
Come back to the LordCome back to the Lord
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Thulani J. Skhosana They were so sorry for their sins that the whole city immediately repented and engaged in serious prayer and fasting. Listen for
Prayer – Not just a matter of wordsPrayer – Not just a matter of words
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Zane Godwin from the Archdiocese of Cape Town. Tuesday of the First Week of Lent. Prayer is not just a matter of saying words and
Be holy – Be perfectBe holy – Be perfect
A Lenten reflection by Fr. Barney McAleer “It’s nothing else than the fruits of the Holy Spirit being active in your life.” Listen more below…
The words Repent and Believe set the agendaThe words Repent and Believe set the agenda
A Lenten reflection by Bishop Peter Holiday We welcome Jesus proclamation in the Gospel on this first Sunday of Lent ‘Repent and Believe the Good News for the kingdom of
Lent – a Spiritual Spring CleaningLent – a Spiritual Spring Cleaning
We must remember that our Lenten disciplines are supposed to ultimately transform our person; body, soul and spirit. On this Saturday after the Ash Wednesday the Gospel presents us with
Grateful for Lenten ContributionsGrateful for Lenten Contributions
Missionvale Care Centre is one of the beneficiaries of the generous givers of Lenten contribution and they are grateful for the help they receive from the Bishops’ Lenten Appeal contributions.
Cardinal Napier – The Apostolic Administrator of EshoweCardinal Napier – The Apostolic Administrator of Eshowe
His Eminence Wilfred Cardinal Napier is now the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Eshowe following the appointment by the Holy Father, Pope Francis, whose decision was communicated to the
A Lenten Reflection from Bishop José Luis Ponce de LeónA Lenten Reflection from Bishop José Luis Ponce de León
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Bishop Phalana and Justice and Peace invite Deputy Director General in Health Department, Dr Pillay, to a webinarBishop Phalana and Justice and Peace invite Deputy Director General in Health Department, Dr Pillay, to a webinar
WEBINAR CONVERSATION WITH DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL IN HEALTH DEPARTMENT, DR PILLAY. There are a lot of policy issues and public interest issues emerging from the Covid-19 vaccine. These include: issues
Award-winning Capetonian Fr. Christopher ClohessyAward-winning Capetonian Fr. Christopher Clohessy
1. You are a priest from Cape Town, and you are a lecturer at the Pontifical Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies. How did a priest from Cape Town end
A new Memorial of Mary, Martha and LazarusA new Memorial of Mary, Martha and Lazarus
News like these don’t travel fast in the secular media, if they do travel at all, so you cannot be blamed if you have not yet heard that Pope Francis
INTERNATIONAL RADIO CONTEST – YOUTH COMPETITION ON PODCAST 2021INTERNATIONAL RADIO CONTEST – YOUTH COMPETITION ON PODCAST 2021
The SIGNIS Asia Radio Desk in conjunction with the SIGNIS World Radio desk is planning to host the first-ever SIGNIS Catholic International Radio Encounter in February 2022, in Sri Lanka,
SACBC Counter Trafficking reaches MalawiSACBC Counter Trafficking reaches Malawi
The Counter Trafficking in Persons Office (CTIP) has been collaborating with the Diocese of Mzuzu in Northern Malawi in the establishing of four centres where re-integration programmes of survivors of human trafficking
The Nuncio and President’s Address at Plenary Meeting: 26-29 January, 2021The Nuncio and President’s Address at Plenary Meeting: 26-29 January, 2021
The SACBC Virtual Plenary Session was supposed to have taken placed from the 19th to 22nd January 2021, but due to the untimely death of Archbishop Abel Gabuza, who was
Link for Archbishop Abel’s Requiem (Funeral) MassLink for Archbishop Abel’s Requiem (Funeral) Mass
It will start at 11am today (Friday). https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HdQ4oNlvRlQ&feature=youtu.be
Eulogy of Archbishop Abel Gabuza at the Memorial ServiceEulogy of Archbishop Abel Gabuza at the Memorial Service
By: Bishop S. Sipuka, President of SACBC Among all Christian vocations which are equally important, episcopal vocation is a unique one. Unlike marriage and priesthood vocations where you participate in
The Apostolic Nuncio and SACBC bishops comment at the memorial service of Archbishop Abel GabuzaThe Apostolic Nuncio and SACBC bishops comment at the memorial service of Archbishop Abel Gabuza
In the morning of Thursday 21st January 2021 the bishops of Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference held an online memorial service of the late Archbishop Abel Gabuza. The liturgy of
The Funeral of Archbishop Abel GabuzaThe Funeral of Archbishop Abel Gabuza
The funeral of the late Archbishop Abel Gabuza will take place as follows: Date: 22 January 2021Time: 11 am Place: Emmanuel Cathedral, Durban Because it is a Covid-19 case the
SACBC Online Plenary Meeting and postponement of some eventsSACBC Online Plenary Meeting and postponement of some events
In the light of the current Covid-19 surge and the restrictions imposed by the State President, as well as uncertainty of what will happen later this month the Bishops of