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SACBC takes first steps towards formal recognition of Inter-Diocesan Catholic Choirs Association

SACBC takes first steps towards formal recognition of Inter-Diocesan Catholic Choirs Association

by Sheila Pires | Nov 3, 2026 | Featured, Christian Formation, Laity, Liturgy

The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has begun a process to strengthen coordination, liturgical formation and ecclesiastical guidance for Catholic choirs across its territory, following a first meeting with representatives of the Inter-Diocesan...

Sr Moyo FIC: The “quality of community life depends largely on the quality of the catechesis that is received”

by Sheila Pires | Mar 8, 2024 | Christian Formation

The administrator of Lumko Institute and Conference Centre in Benoni says the ongoing formation of catechists is very important as the “quality of community life depends largely on the quality of the catechesis that is received.” In an interview with the Southern...

Synod on Synodality to be Addressed at Planned Catholic Council for Laity AGM

by Sheila Pires | Feb 20, 2024 | Christian Formation, Laity, synodality

The planned annual general meeting of the Southern African Catholic Council for Laity (SACCL) will dedicate a session for a report on the Synod on Synodality, the Chairperson has said. In a communiqué shared with the Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference...

Confirmation Series

by Sheila Pires | Apr 26, 2023 | Christian Formation

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Are you a Catholic Priest of 6 years and above? Be part of the experience: Relax, Reflect, and Be Renewed. We care for our shepherds

by Phuti Makgabo | Mar 5, 2019 | Christian Formation, Clergy, Ikhanya News, News

Dear Brother Priests It is that special moment again of coming together to Relax, Reflect, and Be Renewed.  This moment is not meant only for Diocesan Priests. It is meant for all priests in South Africa, Botswana and Swaziland and that is including religious...
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  • SACBC takes first steps towards formal recognition of Inter-Diocesan Catholic Choirs AssociationNovember 3, 2026

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