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“A Pilgrimage is Above All a Journey of the Heart,” said Archbishop Jagodziński at the Marian pilgrimage

“A Pilgrimage is Above All a Journey of the Heart,” said Archbishop Jagodziński at the Marian pilgrimage

by Sheila Pires | Sep 16, 2025 | Uncategorized, Featured

On the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, the Diocese of Dundee gathered in great numbers for its Annual Pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sorrows at Maria Ratschitz. In his first address in Dundee Diocese, the Apostolic Nuncio to Southern Africa...
Foundation Newsletter September 2025

Foundation Newsletter September 2025

by danvdb | Sep 15, 2025 | Bishops Foundation Newsletter, Uncategorized

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 September 2025

Foundation Newsletter August 2025 – 2

by danvdb | Sep 15, 2025 | Bishops Foundation Newsletter, Uncategorized

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,...
Women and Men Are Equally Responsible for Our Common Home

Women and Men Are Equally Responsible for Our Common Home

by Sheila Pires | Sep 9, 2025 | Uncategorized, Justice and Peace

It is easy to adopt popular stereotypes about the roles of women and men in society, in the family, the workplace, and in politics. If we don’t reflect on what these are saying about both women and men, we tend to repeat what we have been taught from our childhood....
“It takes courage and perseverance to be a missionary,” said Bishop Frank OMI at Precious Blood Sisters’ 140th Jubilee

“It takes courage and perseverance to be a missionary,” said Bishop Frank OMI at Precious Blood Sisters’ 140th Jubilee

by Sheila Pires | Sep 9, 2025 | Uncategorized, Featured

Mariannhill St Joseph’s Cathedral was the scene of celebration and gratitude on Monday, 8 September 2025, as the congregation of the Precious Blood Sisters (CPS) marked 140 years since their foundation. The liturgy, on the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin...
Treasurers Workshop Strengthens Transparency and Accountability in Lay Associations

Treasurers Workshop Strengthens Transparency and Accountability in Lay Associations

by Sheila Pires | Sep 8, 2025 | Uncategorized, Featured

The Department for Formation, Life, and Apostolate of the Laity of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) hosted a workshop for treasurers of sodalities and lay associations at the Lumko Institute and Retreat Centre in Benoni. Rooted in the...
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