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Mozambican Bishops Mourn Passing of Humanitarian and Peace Advocate Johan Viljoen

Mozambican Bishops Mourn Passing of Humanitarian and Peace Advocate Johan Viljoen

by Sheila Pires | May 13, 2026 | Featured, Dennis Hurley Peace Institute (DHPI)

The President of the Episcopal Conference of Mozambique (CEM) has expressed profound sorrow at the passing of Mr Johan Viljoen, a longtime humanitarian worker and former Director of the Denis Hurley Peace Institute, describing him as “a true brother and friend” whose...
Bishop Zondi Reflects on Family Ministry Ahead of Vatican Gathering

Bishop Zondi Reflects on Family Ministry Ahead of Vatican Gathering

by Sheila Pires | May 12, 2026 | Featured, Laity

At a time when the Catholic Church is intensifying its reflection on marriage and family life across the world, the Liaison Bishop for Marriage and Family Life Office of the Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC) has called for a renewed pastoral...
Participants in IMBISA-SACBC Webinar Call for Stronger Church Voice Amid Anti-Migrant Protests in South Africa

Participants in IMBISA-SACBC Webinar Call for Stronger Church Voice Amid Anti-Migrant Protests in South Africa

by Sheila Pires | May 12, 2026 | Featured, Migrants and Refugees Office

Participants in a webinar organised by the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) Migrants, Refugees, and Human Trafficking Office and the Inter-Regional Meeting of Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) have issued a strong appeal for faith-based leaders...
Southern Africa mourns humanitarian and peace advocate Johan Viljoen

Southern Africa mourns humanitarian and peace advocate Johan Viljoen

by Sheila Pires | May 7, 2026 | Featured, Dennis Hurley Peace Institute (DHPI)

The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) announces with deep sorrow the passing of Mr Johan Viljoen, who was called to his eternal rest at his home on Wednesday night, 06 May 2026. We commend his soul to the loving mercy of God and extend our...
IMBISA Need for Inclusive Communication and Full Participation of Persons with Disabilities

IMBISA Need for Inclusive Communication and Full Participation of Persons with Disabilities

by Sheila Pires | May 6, 2026 | Featured

The Inter-Regional Meeting of Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) convened a regional workshop on Communication and Disability from 27 April to 1 May at the Padre Pio Retreat Centre in Pretoria. The meeting brought together bishops, priests, religious, and lay...
St Anne’s Sodality Leaders Encouraged to Serve with Humility and Commitment

St Anne’s Sodality Leaders Encouraged to Serve with Humility and Commitment

by Sheila Pires | Apr 29, 2026 | Uncategorized, Featured, Laity

Members of the leadership of St Anne’s Sodality from across Southern Africa gathered in Johannesburg Archdiocese for a three-day inter-diocesan council meeting focused on formation, leadership, and service within the Church. The gathering brought together newly...
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