Bishops’ Foundation Letters
Foundation Newsletter October 2025 – 1
October brought more than just the change of seasons — it marked a stirring call to action for Christians around the world. In his first apostolic exhortation, Dilexi Te (“I Have Loved You”), Pope Leo XIV continues the legacy of Pope Francis by placing love for the...
Foundation Newsletter September 2025
A Month of Faith, Celebration, and Creation September 2025 marks a powerful moment of reflection, recognition, and renewal within the Church. From the canonization of two extraordinary young saints to the launch of the global Season of Creation, this month invites...
Foundation Newsletter August 2025 – 2
Pilgrims of Hope: A Spring Reflection As the first signs of spring awaken around us, we are reminded not just of nature’s renewal, but of the quiet hope that stirs within the human spirit. In this Jubilee Year, Pope Leo’s words call us to walk gently, yet bravely,...
Foundation August Newsletter 2025
Dear Friends in Faith, As we journey deeper into 2025, this August newsletter brings you a vibrant mosaic of Church life across Southern Africa. From solemn milestones and heartfelt farewells to powerful international gatherings and moments of spiritual celebration,...
The Bishops’ Foundatipon Newsletter June – 2
In Communion and Service: A Winter Reflection from the FoundationAs winter grips parts of the country with cold and rain, the Foundation continues to stand in solidarity with the most vulnerable — from responding to flood-affected communities in Mthatha to celebrating...
Pope Leo XIV: A Shepherd of Simplicity, Courage, and Compassion
10 facts about Pope Leo XIVHe walks with the poor, speaks seven languages, and begins each day with the Rosary. In this reflection, Fr Hugh O’Connor introduces Pope Leo XIV — a pope formed by experience, service, and devotion to Mary. From refugee camps to the altar...
2nd Bishops Foundation News Letter May 2025
The final edition for this quarter focuses on love in action. It highlights real stories of service and reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness echo the Gospel. With reflections on mission, youth involvement, and ongoing Catholic outreach, readers are...
1st Bishops Foundation Newsletter for May 2025
This edition honours the sacred role of mothers—especially Mary, Mother of the Church—whose quiet faith and enduring love continue to inspire. Through reflections on family, the home, and community, it celebrates the nurturing strength of motherhood while urging us to...
2nd Bishops Foundation Newsletter for April 2025
Rooted in the peace and renewal of the Easter season, this edition calls readers to humility, prayer, and compassion in a world still aching with need. Through reflections on Christ’s gentle strength and Pope Francis’ prayer intentions for global peace, the Church...
1st Bishops Foundation Newsletter for April 2025
As Holy Week approaches, this edition offers powerful meditations on Christ’s final journey—from the triumph of Palm Sunday to the silence of Holy Saturday and the hope of Easter. Through daily spiritual reflections, the Seven Last Words, and practical questions for...
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