Leadership Conference of the Consecrated of Life (SA) LCCL (SA)

by danvdb | Apr 23, 2025 | Tributes to Pope Francis - 1936 - 2025, Uncategorized

Honouring a Faithful Servant of God In this message of sympathy, the Archdiocese of Pretoria extends its deepest condolences on the death of His Holiness Pope Francis. This official statement expresses the grief felt across the local Church community and calls on the...

APOSTOLIC NUNCIATURE Statement on Passing of Pope Francis

by danvdb | Apr 23, 2025 | Tributes to Pope Francis - 1936 - 2025

APOSTOLIC NUNCIATURE N. 583/25 The Apostolic Nunciature (Embassy of the Holy See) presents its compliments to the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, State Protocol, and to all Missions and International Organizations accredited to the Republic of...

A Continental Farewell: SECAM’s African Tribute

by danvdb | Apr 23, 2025 | Tributes to Pope Francis - 1936 - 2025

A Continental Farewell: SECAM’s African Tribute The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) remembers Pope Francis as a friend to Africa and a champion of human dignity. With gratitude for his closeness to African communities, this message...

A Reformed Tribute to a Prophetic Voice: Dutch Reformed Church Reflection on Passing of Pope Francis

by danvdb | Apr 23, 2025 | Tributes to Pope Francis - 1936 - 2025, Uncategorized

A Reformed Tribute to a Prophetic Voice: Dutch Reformed Church Reflection The Dutch Reformed Church honours Pope Francis as a courageous voice for ecological justice and humble leadership. Recognizing differences in doctrine, this letter still affirms his gospel...

Religions for Peace – South Africa

by danvdb | Apr 23, 2025 | Tributes to Pope Francis - 1936 - 2025

Ecumenical Compassion: Letter of Condolence from a Faith Leader This heartfelt letter conveys personal and pastoral condolences to the Catholic Church following Pope Francis’s death. The message highlights his role as a bridge-builder across denominations and commends...

Requiescat in Pace: A Local Tribute from Cape Town

by danvdb | Apr 23, 2025 | Tributes to Pope Francis - 1936 - 2025

Requiescat in Pace: A Local Tribute from Cape Town The Archdiocese of Cape Town mourns the passing of Pope Francis with a solemn announcement from Bishop S. David. The faithful are invited to unite in prayer, with scheduled Masses honoring the Holy Father’s life of...