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The Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 2021 World Day of VocationsThe Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 2021 World Day of Vocations

April 20, 2021April 20, 2021

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

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The Installation of the Bishop of Kimberly Rt. Rev, Bishop Duncan TsokeThe Installation of the Bishop of Kimberly Rt. Rev, Bishop Duncan Tsoke

April 17, 2021April 17, 2021

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,

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A SPECIAL DAY FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERSA SPECIAL DAY FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERS

April 15, 2021April 15, 2021

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

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A MESSAGE FOR THE MONTH OF RAMADAN AND ‘ID Al-FITRA MESSAGE FOR THE MONTH OF RAMADAN AND ‘ID Al-FITR

April 15, 2021April 15, 2021

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

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Details of the Installation of Bishop Duncan in KimberleyDetails of the Installation of Bishop Duncan in Kimberley

April 13, 2021April 13, 2021

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

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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

April 13, 2021April 13, 2021

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

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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

April 6, 2021April 6, 2021

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

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Death Notification: Mrs Ntsako Iggy MotiangDeath Notification: Mrs Ntsako Iggy Motiang

April 6, 2021April 6, 2021

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

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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”

April 1, 2021April 1, 2021

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

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Another overdue victory for human dignityAnother overdue victory for human dignity

April 1, 2021April 1, 2021

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

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Last Supper by Cornell Barnes

Today we hear what perfect love isToday we hear what perfect love is

April 1, 2021April 1, 2021

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

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The Judas in usThe Judas in us

March 31, 2021March 31, 2021

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

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Judas leaving the Last Supper

The way of a believer is the way of ChristThe way of a believer is the way of Christ

March 30, 2021March 30, 2021

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

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Pray to the Lord to give us a lively faithPray to the Lord to give us a lively faith

March 29, 2021March 29, 2021

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

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We reflect on the suffering and crucifixion of JesusWe reflect on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus

March 28, 2021March 28, 2021

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

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We are more than conquerors through Him who loved usWe are more than conquerors through Him who loved us

March 27, 2021March 27, 2021

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

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Jesus is stripped of his clothesJesus is stripped of his clothes

March 26, 2021March 26, 2021

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

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In Jesus God becomes with usIn Jesus God becomes with us

March 25, 2021March 25, 2021

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

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Long Lent, long lockdown, long covidLong Lent, long lockdown, long covid

March 24, 2021March 24, 2021

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?

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Many came to believe in HimMany came to believe in Him

March 23, 2021March 23, 2021

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

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The Lord offers compassion and mercyThe Lord offers compassion and mercy

March 22, 2021March 22, 2021

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

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God is also seeking usGod is also seeking us

March 21, 2021March 21, 2021

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

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We too are meant to be of God and for GodWe too are meant to be of God and for God

March 20, 2021March 20, 2021

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

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Solemnity of St. JosephSolemnity of St. Joseph

March 19, 2021March 19, 2021

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,

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Jesus falls!Jesus falls!

March 19, 2021March 19, 2021

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

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The Installation of Bishop Kumalo of WitbankThe Installation of Bishop Kumalo of Witbank

March 18, 2021March 18, 2021

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.

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God is waiting for us to make a moveGod is waiting for us to make a move

March 18, 2021March 18, 2021

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

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Jesus listened to the Father firstJesus listened to the Father first

March 17, 2021March 17, 2021

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

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The Solemnity of St Joseph CelebrationsThe Solemnity of St Joseph Celebrations

March 16, 2021March 16, 2021

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 –

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Amoris Leatitia Family YearAmoris Leatitia Family Year

March 16, 2021March 16, 2021

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

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Jesus knows our situations, our needs, our fearsJesus knows our situations, our needs, our fears

March 16, 2021March 16, 2021

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

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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

March 15, 2021March 15, 2021

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,

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New Secretary-General at Namibia Bishops’ ConferenceNew Secretary-General at Namibia Bishops’ Conference

March 15, 2021March 15, 2021

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

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SACBC Justice and Peace statement on the senseless killing of Mthokozisi NtumbaSACBC Justice and Peace statement on the senseless killing of Mthokozisi Ntumba

March 15, 2021March 15, 2021

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,

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If we are faithful to the Lord we shall never be disappointedIf we are faithful to the Lord we shall never be disappointed

March 15, 2021March 15, 2021

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

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His light shows up darkness in usHis light shows up darkness in us

March 14, 2021March 14, 2021

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

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This is true prayerThis is true prayer

March 13, 2021March 13, 2021

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

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Jesus meets the women of JerusalemJesus meets the women of Jerusalem

March 12, 2021March 12, 2021

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

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Listen to my voiceListen to my voice

March 11, 2021March 11, 2021

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

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Sr. Phuthunywa

A New Associate Secretary General for the SACBCA New Associate Secretary General for the SACBC

March 10, 2021March 10, 2021

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

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The Year of St. JosephThe Year of St. Joseph

March 10, 2021March 10, 2021

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

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Many people look at the law from a negative point of viewMany people look at the law from a negative point of view

March 10, 2021March 10, 2021

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.

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We are the servant whom the king forgives muchWe are the servant whom the king forgives much

March 9, 2021March 9, 2021

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

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The idolatry of physical appearanceThe idolatry of physical appearance

March 8, 2021March 8, 2021

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

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Bishop Joseph Kizito

Commandments and the Temple Purification a new relationshipCommandments and the Temple Purification a new relationship

March 7, 2021March 7, 2021

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

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Be reconciled to GodBe reconciled to God

March 6, 2021March 6, 2021

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

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Why is Pope Francis visiting Iraq?Why is Pope Francis visiting Iraq?

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021

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

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Veronica wipes the face of JesusVeronica wipes the face of Jesus

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021

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

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Fr. Russell Pollitt

It’s never too late with GodIt’s never too late with God

March 4, 2021March 4, 2021

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

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Bishops of Kimberley and QueenstownBishops of Kimberley and Queenstown

March 3, 2021March 3, 2021

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

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Pope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to IraqPope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to Iraq

March 3, 2021March 3, 2021

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

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Jesus’ suffering becomes our own sufferingJesus’ suffering becomes our own suffering

March 3, 2021March 3, 2021

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

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Conversion in real concrete termsConversion in real concrete terms

March 2, 2021March 2, 2021

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

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Many people have many burdens to bearMany people have many burdens to bear

March 2, 2021March 2, 2021

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

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Fr. Pheto

We need to encounter God in our livesWe need to encounter God in our lives

March 1, 2021March 1, 2021

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

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Archbishop Mpambani

It’s our time to climb the mountain of TransfigurationIt’s our time to climb the mountain of Transfiguration

February 28, 2021February 28, 2021

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

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Fr. Sebina

We are still brothers and sistersWe are still brothers and sisters

February 27, 2021February 27, 2021

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

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Fr. Hugh

The Messiah is among youThe Messiah is among you

February 26, 2021February 26, 2021

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

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Fr. Russell Pollitt

Learn to trust God more deeplyLearn to trust God more deeply

February 25, 2021February 25, 2021

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

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Fr. Thulani

Come back to the LordCome back to the Lord

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021

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

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Prayer – Not just a matter of wordsPrayer – Not just a matter of words

February 23, 2021February 23, 2021

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

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Be holy – Be perfectBe holy – Be perfect

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

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…

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Mgr. Robert Mphiwe

Watch the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Robert Mphiwe LiveWatch the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Robert Mphiwe Live

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

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The words Repent and Believe set the agendaThe words Repent and Believe set the agenda

February 21, 2021February 21, 2021

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

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Lent – a Spiritual Spring CleaningLent – a Spiritual Spring Cleaning

February 20, 2021February 20, 2021

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

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Grateful for Lenten ContributionsGrateful for Lenten Contributions

February 19, 2021February 19, 2021

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.

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Cardinal Napier – The Apostolic Administrator of EshoweCardinal Napier – The Apostolic Administrator of Eshowe

February 17, 2021February 17, 2021

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

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A Lenten Reflection from Bishop José Luis Ponce de LeónA Lenten Reflection from Bishop José Luis Ponce de León

February 17, 2021February 17, 2021

Download the reflection For more Lenten reflections click here

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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

February 15, 2021February 15, 2021

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

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Award-winning Capetonian Fr. Christopher ClohessyAward-winning Capetonian Fr. Christopher Clohessy

February 4, 2021February 4, 2021

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

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A new Memorial of Mary, Martha and LazarusA new Memorial of Mary, Martha and Lazarus

February 3, 2021February 3, 2021

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

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INTERNATIONAL RADIO CONTEST – YOUTH COMPETITION ON PODCAST 2021INTERNATIONAL RADIO CONTEST – YOUTH COMPETITION ON PODCAST 2021

February 2, 2021February 2, 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,

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SACBC Counter Trafficking reaches MalawiSACBC Counter Trafficking reaches Malawi

February 2, 2021February 2, 2021

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

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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

January 27, 2021January 27, 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

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Link for Archbishop Abel’s Requiem (Funeral) MassLink for Archbishop Abel’s Requiem (Funeral) Mass

January 22, 2021January 22, 2021

It will start at 11am today (Friday). https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HdQ4oNlvRlQ&feature=youtu.be

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Eulogy of Archbishop Abel Gabuza at the Memorial ServiceEulogy of Archbishop Abel Gabuza at the Memorial Service

January 21, 2021January 21, 2021

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

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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

January 21, 2021January 21, 2021

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

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The Funeral of Archbishop Abel GabuzaThe Funeral of Archbishop Abel Gabuza

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021

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

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SACBC Online Plenary Meeting and postponement of some eventsSACBC Online Plenary Meeting and postponement of some events

January 14, 2021January 14, 2021

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

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