SACBC 2027 Sabbatical: A time for renewal, reflection, and reawakening for ministry

by Sheila Pires | Jun 3, 2026 | Featured, LCCL

In response to the growing need for ongoing formation among priests and religious, the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has announced that its next Sabbatical Programme will take place from 25 January to 5 March 2027 at St Luke’s Retreat Centre in...

Fr Mashata Reflects on Mary as a Bridge Between Catholics and Muslims

by Sheila Pires | Jun 3, 2026 | Featured, Ecumenism, Interreligious Dialogue

In a reflection on the shared devotion to Mary among Catholics and Muslims, the Coordinating Secretary of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) Department of Ecumenism, Interreligious Dialogue and Dialogue with the Secular World, highlights...

Bishop Mbuyisa: “Synodality is ultimately about conversion, and conversion takes time”

by Sheila Pires | Jun 1, 2026 | Featured, synodality

Bishops from Africa and Europe gathered in Luxembourg from 25 to 28 May for a joint seminar organised by the Council of European Bishops’ Conferences (CCEE) and the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar, reflecting on the theme...

Mary and Mental Health: A Model of Presence, Compassion and Hope

by Sheila Pires | Jun 1, 2026 | Uncategorized, Featured, Reflection

As awareness of mental health continues to grow within society and the Church, the figure of Mary, offers an example of compassion, resilience and hope for those experiencing emotional and psychological struggles. In his reflection Mary and Mental Health, Melese...

CATHCA calls for the protection of vulnerable communities as HIV and TB funding declines

by Sheila Pires | Jun 1, 2026 | Uncategorized, Featured

As South Africa prepares for a future with reduced international support for HIV and tuberculosis (TB) programmes, health advocates are calling for a careful and compassionate transition that safeguards the country’s most vulnerable communities. According to the...