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Catholic Church Celebrates National Day of Prayer for Migrants and Refugees – June 30th 2019
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Bishop Gabuza is Heading to the Archdiocese of Durban as the Archbishop Coadjutor
His Lordship Bishop Abel Gabuza has been appointed by the Holy Father, Pope Francis, to be the Archbishop Coadjutor of the Archdiocese of Durban. Read... Read more
Rev. Fr Sibusiso Francis Zulu to be laid to rest on Monday
Funeral arrangements for the late Rev. Fr Sibusiso Francis Zulu will be as follows: VIGIL MASS:DATE: Sunday, 8th December 2019VENUE: Holy Cross Parish... Read more
Is Monitoring and Evaluation your field? Grab the opportunity in the SACBC Aids Office now
Are you struggling to get a job? Click the link below and get yourself a job now. Don’t waste time. There you are! JOB Announcement_Monitoring a... Read more
Bishop Victor Phalana’s Open Letter to the Youth of South Africa on the National Youth Day 16 June, 2020
AN OPEN LETTER TO THE YOUTH OF SOUTH AFRICA ON THE NATIONAL YOUTH DAY -By Bishop Victor Phalana, the Chairperson of SACBC Justice and Peac... Read more
Why are we celebrating an Extraordinary Missionary Month in October 2019?
Catholic Church in Southern Africa would like to invite all the people of God, according to their different parishes and dioceses, to start no... Read more
Apostolic See Visits Catholic Diocese of Mariannhill in South Africa to enrich the faithful
The Holy See has recently acceded to the request of Bishop Pius Dlungwane for an Apostolic Visitation to the Diocese of Mariannhill in order to assist... Read more
President Ramaphosa receives a blessing from Pope Francis
HIS EXCELLENCY CYRIL RAMAPHOSA PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA I SEND BEST WISHES TO YOUR EXCELLENCY ON THE OCCASION O... Read more
National Church Leaders meet to discuss the role of Churches and Faith Communities in the implementation of the National Development Plan (NDP).
National Church Leaders’ Consultation (NCLC) Date: 28-29 October 2019 Consultation Statement National Church Leaders and other Faith Leaders gathered... Read more
Why Pope Francis Says ‘NO’ to Married Priests? Read the Exhortation.
POST-SYNODAL APOSTOLIC EXHORTATIONQUERIDA AMAZONIAOF THE HOLY FATHER FRANCIS TO THE PEOPLE OF GODAND TO ALL PERSONS OF GOOD WILL The beloved Amazon re... Read more
“South Africa has undergone a more positive gender-empowerment transformation than many developed nations”, LCCL SA President
WOMEN’S DAY 09 AUGUST 2020 Every year, in August, our country marks Women’s Month to pay tribute to more than 20 000 women who marched to the Union Bu... Read more
Pretoria Archdiocese Catholic Health & Welfare Association Conference on the 09 November 2019 at Bertoni Centre
Pretoria Archdiocese Catholic Health & Welfare Association 222 – 244 NPO Jolivet House140 Visagie Street ... Read more
Archbishop Buti Tlhagale challenges the exploitation of Migrants and Refugees during SECAM Golden Jubilee Celebration in South Africa
WELCOMING MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES (SECAM’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY) Today the Catholic Church in Southern Africa celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Sympos... Read more
All Catholics are invited to the New Pastoral Plan Launching, on the 26th January 2020, at Regina Mundi Catholic Church, Soweto, Time – 08:30.
Dear People of God in South Africa, Botswana and eSwatini, my name is Sithembele Sipuka, Bishop of Mthatha and President of Southern African Catholic... Read more
South Africa Bishop says corruption should be treated as treason
Corruption, the number one threat to our heritage When thinking of South Africa’s heritage; our rich diversity, vibrant history, extraordinary natural... Read more
Southern Africa Catholic Nuns call for unity and speak against Xenophobia and Gender Based Violence
We are family! We are one! Is a call for all to heed the reality that we are all connected to each other and to all of creation on our planet and beyo... Read more
Southern African Council of Priests (SACOP), Re-Imaged to Address the Needs of Priests
On the 24-26th September, 54 Catholic Priests from Botswana, South Africa and Swaziland, together with the team of Ongoing Formation for Priests, met... Read more
Deepening cooperation between South Africa and the Holy See
On the 27th April 2019 when South Africa was celebrating Freedom Day, it was voting day for South Africans living abroad. This coincided with the silv... Read more
Mini World Youth Day 2020 in Pretoria: 09-13 December.
As we talk about Mini World Youth Day good memories of Durban come back. Once more the Catholic Church gives young people an opportunity to reflect up... Read more
Catholic Church Partners with the Department of Health to Combat TB
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Catholic Church Justice and Peace Commission calls for an end to the pandemic of Violence Against Women and Children
A CALL FOR AN END TO THE PANDEMIC OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN SOUTH AFRICA The Southern African Catholic Bishops Association (SACBC) Jus... Read more
SACBC Official Liturgical Mass Wine
Catholic Bishops in South Africa, Botswana and Swaziland have officially endorsed Wine to be used during Liturgical Celebrations of the Holy Mass. Read more
Bishop Frank Nubuasah to be installed Bishop of Gaborone on 17th August, 2019
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SACBC Pastoral Plan Launch; Challenge to live our faith in action continues, by Bishop Kevin Dowling before procession
REFLECTIONS ON THE 2 PASTORAL PLANS Our Catholic Church, the People of God, is a living faith community, called to bring the Good News of Jesus, and t... Read more
Catholic Church issues Documents of Principles and Standards for Catholic Clergy and Religious in Southern Africa
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Catholic Church partners with UN Women to help the needy of Winterveldt amid COVID-19 Lockdown
On the 23rd May 2020 Catholic Church Justice and Peace Commission in partnership with United Nations Women in South Africa did their COVID-19 Lockdown... Read more
The 13th Bishop Hans Brenninkmeijer Memorial Lecture – Delivered by Justice Yvonne Makgoro
The 13th Bishop Hans Brenninkmeijer Memorial Lecture Date: Thursday 27 June 2019 at 14:30Venue: Holy Family College, 40 Oxford Road, JohannesburgRSVP:... Read more
“There is discord between culture and corruption”, Fr Thabiso Ledwaba as South Africa celebrates Heritage Day
CELEBRATING THE HERITAGE OF CULTURE 24th September each year South Africans celebrate the best of her Cultural diversity, it is that time of the year... Read more
“People are waiting for us to give them a message of hope”, Bishop Duncan Tsoke to the Catholic Bishops
Today in the first reading we hear about the Israelites who are walking through the desert. As they go through the desert on the way to the Promised L... Read more
“We bow our heads in shame”, Said the Catholic Religious Congregations and Orders Superior Generals regarding the abuse of Minors
International Union of Superior General of the Catholic Church Speak out against the abuse of Minors. Superiors Statement on Safeguarding_EN Read more
SACBC Needs a Financial Officer Urgently, Grab the Opportunity
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Aliwal North Diocese has a New Shepherd
EPISCOPAL ORDINATION OF Joseph Mary Kizito as Bishop of Aliwal North Diocese 14-16 February 2020. Bishop-elect Joseph Mary Kizito is officially the ne... Read more
Child Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church: A call to Listen, A call to Action, A Call to Renewal
You are invited to attend the workshop on the response of the Catholic Church about the steps she has taken to hear, support, empower and collaborate... Read more
Pope Francis’ Panama WYD 2019 opening ceremony speech
Dear Young People, good evening! How good it is to get together again, this time in a land that receives us with such radiance and warmth! As w... Read more
Archbishop Dabula Mpako urges SACBC, Khanya House’s staff members not to become sleepwalkers
In the day which marks his first official visitation to Khanya House, SACBC Head Office, since his election as the first SACBC Vice President and the... Read more
Catholic Church Message of Condolences on the Passing on of Mr Andrew Mlangeni
The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) would like to convey sincere condolences to the Mlangeni Family and to the people of South A... Read more
Catholic Church appeals for peaceful and fair elections
An appeal for peaceful and fair elections On 8th May, our nation will head to the polls for our sixth general elections. The exercise of the right to... Read more
The Vatican’s Congregation for the Clergy releases a new document to help guide the reform of parish communities
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Message of the Holy Father Francis for the 53rd World Day of Social Communications, 24.01.2019
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Ever since the internet first became available, the Church has always sought to promote its use in the service of the encou... Read more
Sr. Thao Phi is appointed LCCL SA new Secretary General
Leadership Conference of Consecrated Life South Africa (LCCL SA) has appointed Sr. Thao Phi as their new Secretary General. She was born on the 26th o... Read more
SACBC Khanya House Tribute to Fr Emil Blaser, Founder of Radio Veritas
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Catholic Church Southern Africa Mourns the Passing on of Archbishop Emeritus Bernard Mohlalisi, omi of Maseru – Lesotho
Bishop Tumahole Augustinus Bane OMI,President of LCBC. July 24, 2020 Dear Bishop, We th... Read more
Watch Newsroom Africa today 17:00, DSTV Channel 405, is Hosting Catholic Church Bishop Victor Phalana on the Court Case to secure Justice for Sick Miners working for Sasol
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SACBC Lenten Appeal Office gratitude to the faithful who supported the Church despite Covid-19 Lenten Disruptions
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M&E Data Capturer in urgent need in the SACBC AIDS Office!
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Data Capturer Position Title: M&E Data Capturer Reports to: M&... Read more
Passion Play Reading for Palm Sunday and Good Friday. Get yourself a Copy.
Palm Sunday and Good Friday are around the corner. Get yourself and your parish the Passion Play Readings. Read more
Catholic Church Organises Renewal Seminar For Priests. Support Your Priests to Attend
RELAX, REFLECT AND BE RENEWED RENEWAL SEMINAR FOR SACBC RELIGIOUS AND DIOCESANS PRIESTS SACBC Department for the formation of the Clergy has organised... Read more
Rev. Fr Sylvester David OMI elected the New Auxiliary Bishop of Cape Town
Holy Father, Pope Francis, has elected Rev Father Sylvester David OMI, the former Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Durban, to be the Auxiliary Bish... Read more
The Apostolic Nuncio and SACBC bishops comment at the memorial service of Archbishop Abel Gabuza
In the morning of Thursday 21st January 2021 the bishops of Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference held an online memorial service of the late... Read more
Catholic Church’s Sincere Condolences to Precious Blood Sisters and Mthatha Diocese for losing 4 Sisters
LETTER OF COMMISERATION TO THE CONGREGATION OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD The SACBC expresses deep sadness and sincere sympathy to the Provincial and Sisters... Read more
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors concludes XI Ordinary Plenary Assembly
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors [PCPM] concluded its XI Ordinary Plenary Assembly, held September 12th to 15th in Rome. As in t... Read more
New Bishop elect for Aliwal North Diocese
His Holiness, Pope Francis, has appointed Msgr. Joseph Kizito, as the Bishop of Aliwal North in South Africa. Msgr. Joe Kizito has been a Vicar Genera... Read more
Thousands gather in Tshitanini in Venda to Celebrate South African Daswa 30th Martyrdom Anniversary
In 2015 South Africa was blessed with the Beatification of Tshimangadzo Samuel Benedict Daswa, the first South African to be recognised as blessed by... Read more
Catholic Church Pastoral Letter on Violence Against Women, Girls and Children
PASTORAL LETTER ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN, GIRLS AND CHILDREN “A bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh” (Gen. 2:18, 23) Brothers and sisters, This is... Read more
Stigmatines emphasizes the role of women figures in spiritual direction to bring balance to the orientation of their candidates
Stigmatines holds Formation Symposium at Notwane, Botswana to address challenges affecting initial and ongoing formation The Most Holy Re... Read more
You have no job? SACBC needs a Qualified Accountant. Apply now, It’s urgent!
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Qualified Accountant Position Title: Accountant Reports to: Finance Manager Location of position:... Read more
Catholic Church Statement on the Celebration of World Refugee Day, 2020
SACBC – MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES OFFICE WORLD REFUGEE DAY STATEMENTOn Saturday June 20, the international community will celebrate once again World Refug... Read more
Catholic Church Celebrates 5 years of Blessed Benedict Daswa Beatification
Today’s readings express what and who Blessed Tshimangadzo Samuel Benedict Daswa was as a person. In the first reading Paul states “… love builds up.”... Read more
Catholic Church holds Symposium of Ecumenism and Inter-Religious dialogue for transformation.
From Monday to Thursday 2-5th September 2019, fifty Catholic delegates from all over South Africa and Botswana met at Lumko Institute and Retreat Cent... Read more
Southern Africa Catholic Church expresses deep sorrow for the blazing of Notre Dame Catholic Cathedral
Southern Africa Catholic Church expresses deep sorrow for the blazing of Notre Dame Catholic Cathedral in Paris The Roman Catholic Church in Sou... Read more
“Stop sharing things that block growth and life giving” SACBC Secretary General to Catholic Women Organisation
PRESENTATION TO SOUTH AFRICAN UNION OF CATHOLIC WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION (SAUCWO) Theme: “I can’t breathe “Day of Prayer” “I can’t breathe”. These words h... Read more
“Funerals continue to be a major source of mass infection”, SACC appeals to church ministers to exercise responsibility
On the Challenge of Funerals for Pastors and their ChurchesDear Leaders, We write to share what we are getting as feedback across the country, that fu... Read more
Second Wave of Covid-19 Hits Catholic Church Religious Communities
It is with great sadness and shock that we announce the death of six sisters from the Daughters of Saint Francis in Port Shepstone, Marianhill Diocese... Read more
Catholic Church CPLO reflects on Tito Mboweni’s Budget Speech 2019
“What is much more important for a country in economic crisis, as we are, is the attitude and approach displayed by the finance minister and the... Read more
Catholic Church Announces New Archbishop for Bloemfontein Metro
In this Day 1st April 2020, His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed The Right Reverend Zolile Peter Mpamabani SCJ as the Archbishop of Bloemfontein. T... Read more
Human Resource Manager is needed now now in the SACBC Aids Office
Do you qualify to be a Human Resource Manager? Hurry up to grab this passing opportunity immediately. Don’t wait. Do it now. Tomorrow is late. J... Read more
SACBC CPLO Analysis of South Africa 2018 Budget.
The analysis of South Africa 2018 Budget call each one of us to take a loot at the budget. Actually you can go back and revisit the budget speech by F... Read more
Two Priests lose their lives in a car accident
The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has been shocked by the tragic accident which has claimed the two lives of St John Vianney S... Read more
Watch and Listen Fr Patrick Rakeketsi of SACBC today on Newsroom Africa channel 405, Time 8pm. He will be talking on the SACBC Programs with UN Women on the Tavern Owners, as a response to Gender Based Violence.
Violence in many faces has been a big problem in our society. Instead of the problem coming to an end it continues to escalate with a very high rate.... Read more
Bishop Sithembele Sipuka call to South Africans to resist culture of corruption
Call to resist the culture of corruption The ended month of August saw a rising surge of anger from South African citizens across the board about corr... Read more
CATHCA Provincial Conference becomes a success
The CATHCA GAUTENG PROVINCIAL CONFERENCE – 2019 The CATHCA Gauteng Provincial Conference was held from Friday 29 – Sunday 31 March at the Good S... Read more
Condolences continue to pour out on the tragic death of two South African Catholic Priests
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, On behalf of the SACBC I would like to extend my deepest condolences on the tragic deaths of Fr. Owen Wilco... Read more
SECAM SET FOR 18TH PLENARY ASSEMBLY AND GOLDEN JUBILEE
15th July, 2019 SECAM SET FOR 18TH PLENARY ASSEMBLY AND GOLDEN JUBILEE All is set for the 18th Plenary Assembly and Golden Jubilee of the Symposium of... Read more
The Catholic Business Forum partners with the Department of Women on Generation Equality… Join the Webinar
CELEBRATE OF THE HERITAGE MONTH The Catholic Business Forum in partnership with The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities invites y... Read more
Oudtshoorn’s Bishop elect to be ordained on the 8 August under strict Covid-19 compliance regulations
Rev. Fr Noel Andrew Rucastle, the Bishop elect of Oudtshoorn Diocese in South Africa since the 4th May, will be ordained as the Bishop of the same dio... Read more
Catholic Church Joint Witness against Covid-19 Second Wave in South Africa
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ The passing away of nine sisters of the Daughters of St Francis recently as a result of Covid-19, is a very painfu... Read more
Join a Virtual Public Lecture by Prof. PLO Lumumba on challenges of Corruption and Economic Transformation in South Africa
SACBC Justice and Peace cordially invites you to be part of Virtual Public Lecture by Professor PLO Lumumba. The Lecture will focus on the following T... Read more
Sr Hermenegild Makoro CPS retires as the SACBC Secretary General at the end of 2020, Sr Tshifhiwa takes over her place, Fr Hugh O’Connor, the new Associate Secretary General
Re: End of Sr. Hermenegild Makoro’s term as Secretary General of the SACBC In December 2020, Sr. Hermenegild Makoro CPS will have served 3 terms (9 ye... Read more
Msgr. Joseph Kizito is to be ordained Bishop on the 15th February, 2020
Msgr. Joseph Kizito, the Bishop elect of Aliwal North will be ordained Bishop on the 15th February, 2020 in the same diocese. Read more
Christ’s power and faith bring healing to one’s life
On the basis of the Gospel of today, in his homily Bishop Zolile Mpambani of Kokstad emphasized that when Jesus was sending out his Apostles, it was w... Read more
St John Vianney Seminarians urged to stand against Gender Based Violence and Xenophobia
Many Catholics are not familiar with the structure of the Church and what the Church is doing on a daily basis. One would think that those who are stu... Read more
Catholic Church conveys condolences to the victims of Tropical Cyclone Idai
Catholic Church conveys Condolences to the victims of Tropical Cyclone Idai The Southern Africa Catholic Bishops Conference would like to convey sinc... Read more
Cardinal Napier at Blessed Benedict Daswa 30th Martyrdom Anniversary
Blessed Benedict Daswa 30th AnniversaryHis manner of life is unlike that of others and his ways are strange Wis. 2: 15.Dear Brothers and Sisters, The... Read more
Archbishop Buti Tlhagale urges South Africans to be hospitable towards Migrants and Refugees, and not allow history repeat itself
THE VIRTUE OF HOSPITALITY IN THE BIBLICAL TRADITION One way of combatting xenophobia is to treat other people the same way as we would like them to tr... Read more
Survey on Living the Catholic Faith During Covid-19 Pandemic. All the faithful in our dioceses need to take part
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Catholic Church sets 27th September 2020 aside to Celebrate Bible Month in Honor of 1600 Anniversary of St Jerome and 10 years of Verbum Domini Exhortation
CELEBRATION OF BIBLE MONTHin honour of1600 ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATHOF SAINT JEROME 2020 is also the 10th Anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI’sApostolic E... Read more
Have you done Administration? Apply now!
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Administrator Position Title: Administrator Reports to: Director Location of position: SACBC Office Pretoria... Read more
Southern Africa Catholic Sisters of Diocesan Rite meet Catholic Bishops to Share experiences and Challenges facing them
Southern Africa Catholic Sisters of Diocesan Rite meet Catholic Bishops to Share experiences and Challenges facing them Superiors General of Sisters o... Read more
Catholic Church appeal to President Ramphosa to abandon Politics of expediency and appeasement and restore public trust
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Catholic Church gives Clarity on the Homosexual Civil Union Issue
STATEMENT ON THE QUESTION OF CIVIL UNIONSA recently published statement by Pope Francis appearing to call for the passage of Civil Union Laws for same... Read more
Let us support a call for a moment of prayer today before lockdown, between 18h00 and 18h30
I would like to remind you that President Cyril Ramaphosa has requested all the people in South Africa to unite in a moment of prayer today between 18... Read more
Welcoming the Stranger – Lenten Reflection 2019 by Archbishop Buti Tlhagale
WELCOMING THE STRANGER – LENT 2019 We propose that the following words of Scripture be our guide as we begin our Lenten Season. These words of S... Read more
SACBC Secretary General Applauds Johannesburg Catholics for a Successful Pastoral Plan Launch
On the 8th February, 2020 the organising committee for the launch of Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), convened into a meeting at... Read more
Winter Living Theology postponed to 2021
Postponement: Winter Living Theology and Visiting Scholars It is with deep regret that we write to inform you that Winter Living Theology 2020 (WLT) h... Read more
Pope Francis coveys heartfelt condolences to the mourning Church in Southern Africa
After being informed of the tragic accident which claimed two Catholic Priests’ lives and left the other two injured, His Holiness Pope Francis has co... Read more
Bishop Sithembele Sipuka reflection on Corruption in the Church
Taking the log out of my eye to see the splinter in my neighbor’s eye The ended month of September saw the Churches issuing harsh statements, writing... Read more
Bishop Sithembele First Address as SACBC President
Plenary Opening Address: Marianhill August 2019 Bishop S. Sipuka Let me begin by welcoming you all to this Second Plenary Meeting of 2019, particularl... Read more
Leadership Training Coordinator is needed urgently.
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: FBO Leadership Training Coordinator Position Title: FBO Leadership Training Coordinator Reports to: P... Read more
Good Shepherd Catholic Centre in Madidi Declared the Best Practice Model of integration of services
Good Shepherd Catholic Centre in Madidi Declared the Best Practice Model of integration of services One would say Sr Colleen has done it again. This t... Read more
IKHANYA: SACBC NEWS BRIEFING 21-01-2019
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Renewal Program for SACBC Priests in Coolock House becomes successful
“Every high priest is appointed from among men to represent them in the matters relating to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins” (... Read more
“The Church call on all member states to ascertain proper universal birth registration irrespective of nationality or legal status of parents”, Archbishop Buti Tlhagale
The African continent will on Monday 10 August commemorate the third Civil Registration and Vital Statistics Day. The fourth Conference of of African... Read more
Kena thapelong e khethehileng le Morena Papa Francis ka di 27 Hlakola ka nako ya 7 mantsiboya, ho iphumanela Tshwerelo le Hlohonolofatso
HO TSWA OFISING EA LEQOSA LA MORENA PAPA AFRIKA E KA BORWA Sedika se Halalelang sa Kereke e Katholike (Holy See) se kopile Leqosa la Morena Papa (Apos... Read more
Catholic Church Extends Condolences to the Families of Mama Madikizela Mandela
The Roman Catholic Church extends sincere sympathies to the Madikizela and Mandela families on the passing of the matriarch, Nomzama Winnie Mandela. F... Read more
Meet the New SACBC Associate Secretary General
Fr Hugh Patrick O’Connor is the son of Patrick and Virginia O’Connor. He was born on the 2nd January 1968, Baptised at St Theresa Catholic... Read more
LCCL Sends Condolences to Precious Blood Sisters for losing their 4 members due to COVID-19
DEATH NOTICE OF FOUR PRECIOUS BLOOD SISTERS DUE TO COVID-19 Over the weekend we received the sad news of the passing away of four Precious Blood Siste... Read more
Bishop Joe Sandri Christmas Message to the Faithful, 2018
God in Jesus becomes a baby, dependent in all on Joseph and Mary. Jesus becomes one of us, our brother. He lives with us, in us and among us. He loves... Read more
Catholic Church appeals to the faithful to respond to the victims of Idai
The Southern Africa Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has already given some financial aid to the affected countries of Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Ma... Read more
Catholic Church Message of Condolences on the passing on of Fr Emil Blaser OP
It is with great sadness that we the Bishops of the SACBC have received the news of the passing of Fr Emil Blaser OP. Fr Emil was the visionary... Read more
Catholic Bishop’s Lenten Appeal 2019 Newsletter
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Archdiocese of Durban Justice and Peace response to Child Headed Families needs amid Covid-19
For more information contact: Mr Kalie Senyane, Coordinator of Justice and Peace Commission in the Archdiocese of Durban: Tel: +27 31 303 1417/8, Cell... Read more
Catholic Church Statement on Corona Virus in South Africa
In the wake of the declaration of Covid-19 as a national disaster by President Cyril Ramaphosa, and taking into account the increasing number of infec... Read more
SACBC workshop on Migration for Diocesan Coordinators
Over forty-five Diocesan coordinators met in Lumko Conference centre in Benoni, South Africa for a three-day workshop on Migration. The workshop organ... Read more
“Lead the people of God to a genuine worship and encounter with true God”, Bishop Sipuka to Bishop Kizito.
Episcopal Ordination of Mgrs. Joseph KizitoAliwal North 15 February 2020Bishop S. Sipuka Mgrs. Kizito today as you get ordained, one theme that sugges... Read more
SACBC Updates: 05-09 November, 2018
As usual there are so many things happening in the Southern Africa Catholic Bishops’ Conference. The second part of the year 2018 has been one... Read more
Permanent Work Available for a Registered Professional Nurse in Petermaritzburg, Natal
DOMINICAN CONGREGATION OF ST CATHERINE OF SIENA OF OAKFORD, NATAL A VACANCY FOR PROFESSIONAL REGISTERED NURSE TO WORK WITH THE ELDERLY, PIETERMARITZBU... Read more
Catholic Bishops’ Pastoral Letter on the upcoming 2019 elections in South Africa
A Pastoral Letter of the Catholic Bishops of Southern Africa to the Catholic Community and all People of Goodwill. Dear Brothers and Sisters, “…Remem... Read more
Dominique Yon appointed to the Vatican International Youth Advisory Body
On Sunday 24th November 2019, the Feast of Christ the King, the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life established an International Youth Advisory Body.... Read more
The first Stigmatine from Msolwa Tanzania is ordained to Diaconate by Archbishop Dabula Mpako of Pretoria
Right in the rural of Kilosa you find the famous Gaspar Bertoni Secondary School, known as Msolwa Secondary School. The school is situated right in th... Read more
International Conference Urges Civil Society, Churches and Governments to Defend the Rights of Migrants and Refugees
We, the conference participants, are writing to express our thoughts about migrants and refugees. This follows our deliberations about human migration... Read more
Catholic Church Bishops meet President Ramaphosa
A delegation of Catholic Bishops meeting with the State President, Mr Ramaphosa, assured him that the church is committed to working with all people o... Read more
Job opportunity in the SACBC, we need a Director
SACBC AIDS Office is a nonprofit organization and public benefit organization. The SACBC AIDS Office is an office of the Southern African Cathol... Read more
Bishop José on the Feast of Conversion of St Paul
We are very familiar with today’s feast and readings. Saul encounters the Risen Christ on the way to Damascus. The one he thought to be dead was alive... Read more
Catholic Church invites the people of God to join Pope Francis in Prayer
Catholic Church invites the people of God to join Pope Francis in PrayerThe Catholic Church in Southern Africa invites all South Africans to join Pope... Read more
Archbishop W. Slattery Celebrates 25 years of Episcopacy with a special message to the Clergy and the Faithful of Pretoria
Letter to the Archdiocese of Pretoria 1 I greet you, family of God in the Archdiocese of Pretoria as we set out on our faith journey of 2019. Born of... Read more
Eulogy of Archbishop Abel Gabuza at the Memorial Service
By: Bishop S. Sipuka, President of SACBC Among all Christian vocations which are equally important, episcopal vocation is a unique one. Unlike marriag... Read more
Catholic Church needs M&E Supervisor now!
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Supervisor Position Title: M&E Supervisor Reports to: Program Manage... Read more
Vatican Communication Department recognizes the role of Lay Catholic Publishers in the mission of the Church
1st International Catholic Publishers’ Conference held in Rome The Communication Department at the Vatican, hosted the very first international confer... Read more
“Remain human”, said Bishop Sithembele Sipuka to SACBC Staff.
Between knowledge, which issues from the mind and mercy, which issues from the heart, the latter takes priority. This is so because while the Bible af... Read more
Misereor Needs Office Financial Administrator Urgently
Do you want to challenge yourself more in Financial Administration? Misereor, working together with Southern Africa Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC... Read more
Sheila Pires reflects on Black Lives Matter in the context of South Africa, during Vatican Radio 70th anniversary of English language broadcasts to Africa Webinar
INTERPRETING BLACK LIVES MATTER IN THE CONTEXT OF SOUTH AFRICA. When I was asked to do a presentation on Black Lives Matter in the context of South Af... Read more
Bishop Sipuka reflects on the state of Our Nation and the Catholic Church as 2020 comes to an end.
Interpretation of some signs of the time as 2020 bids farewell Introduction As the year winds off, it is beneficial to note its pertinent signs for ou... Read more
Bishop José, “Pastors more concerned about the wool than the sheep may be reaching the conclusion of a fool”.
[responsivevoice voice=”UK English Male” buttontext=”Listen to this”] Yesterday evening, reflecting on today’s Go... Read more
‘From Expatriate to Local – The Gospel Culture of Religious Life’
‘From Expatriate to Local – The Gospel Culture of Religious Life’ was the annual meeting’s theme for 70 Leaders of different Religious Congregations f... Read more
Are you a Professional Nurse? SACBC AIDS Office has two posts for you, hurry up! Is urgent.
Job Announcement H O Professional Nurse SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Professional Nurse Position Title: Professional Nurse (2 Posts) Reports t... Read more
SACBC National Youth Day on the 16th June to be celebrated virtually at 11h00 – 12h30
SACBC Youth Office, under SACBC Department for Formation and Apostolic of the Laity, will virtually host the annual celebration of National Youth Day... Read more
Cardinal Filoni sends message of Condolences and prayer to Bishop Sithembele, SACBC President
Fernando Cardinal Filoni, the outgoing Prefect of the Congregation for the Evangelisation of Peoples, has send his message of condolences to the Catho... Read more
POPE FRANCIS APOSTOLIC EXHORTATION: GAUDETE ET EXSULTATE
APOSTOLIC EXHORTATION GAUDETE ET EXSULTATE OF THE HOLY FATHER FRANCIS ON THE CALL TO HOLINESS IN TODAY’S WORLD “REJOICE AND BE GLAD” (Mt 5:12), Jesus... Read more
A General Pastoral Letter to the Churches From the Leaders of SACC Member Churches in COVID Time
A General Pastoral Letter to the Churches From the Leaders of SACC Member Churches in COVID Time Comfort, comfort my people, says your God….Every vall... Read more
MAR 18 23 SACBC Prays for More Rain in the Drought Striken Areas
The serious negative impact of Climate Change is a call to conversion towards a better way of caring for the earth. We have seen how much the pe... Read more
South Africa Council of Churches (SACC) Saddened by Passing of Ms Zindzi Mandela
The South African Council of Churches (SACC) is saddened by the sudden passing of former Ambassador to Denmark, Ms Zindziswa “Zindzi” Mandela.She live... Read more
“The Lord is with us in the midst of COVID-19”, Said LCCL SA
Dear LCCL Brothers and Sisters The solemnity of the Annunciation fell a day before the national lockdown announced by President Ramaphosa. The Solemni... Read more
Don’t forget 2019 Christmas Mass with Pope Francis on SABC 2, 24th December, from 22h00
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SACBC Ikhanya Newsletter June 2020
Covid-19 Updates in the Church To address challenges posed by Covid-19 the Catholic Church is working together with other Churches and Faith Based Org... Read more
SECAM Golden Jubilee final message by SECAM President
The 18th Plenary Assembly and Golden Jubilee of SECAM MESSAGE “That they may know Christ and have life in abundance” (Jn 17:3; 10:10). The celebration... Read more
SACBC President’s opening Address to the Catholic Church Bishops during the opening of their January Plenary in Pretoria
Your Eminence, your Excellency the Apostolic Nuncio, your graces, yours excellences, brothers and sisters good morning and welcome to this January 202... Read more
Get yourself a pair of Kneelies and pray better and comfortably
What is `kneelies? A comfortable pad that wrapped around the knee to help alleviate the pain on the knees when praying. It is also a mechanism to help... Read more
We should not become victims of our past circumstances
Reflecting about the dramatic background of the life of St Josephine Bakhita, Bishop Vincent Zungu said, “God writes straight through crooked lines.”... Read more
Bishop Frank reflects on the murder of his Friend George Floyd
Dear Mr. George Floyd, Good day to you. I have no idea what time it is in your part of God’s kingdom. But I do remember vividly our first meeting. It... Read more
PASTORALE BRIEF OOR GEWELD TEEN VROUE, MEISIES EN KINDERS
“’n hulp wat by hom pas … been van my gebeente en vlees van my vlees.” (Gen. 2:18, 23) Broeders en Susters Dit is ‘n baie treurige en tragiese tydperk... Read more
LCCL SA reflects on the impact of COVID-19 Lockdown
27 April 2020 – Freedom Day in South Africa!Dear Sisters and Brothers, Peace Be With You! Let us rewind to a few weeks ago; many, if not all of... Read more
Bishop Sithembele Sipuka of SACBC elected as new NCLC Chairperson
National Church Leaders’ Consultation (NCLC)Date: 28-29 October 2019 Consultation Statement National Church Leaders and other Faith Leaders gathered i... Read more
We need Finance Officer Compliance in the SACBC
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Finance Officer Compliance Position Title: Finance Officer Compliance Reports to: Finance Manager Location of... Read more
SACBC Appoints Sr. Tshifhiwa Munzhedzi OP, a new Associate Secretary General
Sr. Tshifhiwa Munzhedzi OP, an Associate General Secretary of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) since 1st July 2020, was born... Read more
Death of Archbishop Abel Gabuza
It is with the greatest sorrow that we announce the death of our Coadjutor Archbishop Abel Gabuza. Archbishop Abel died at Hillcrest Hospital at 11.35... Read more
Profile of Msgr. Joseph Kizito, the Bishop elect of Aliwal North
Rev Msgr Joe (Joseph) Kizito was born on the 2ndJuly, 1967 in Rubaga-Wakaliga Uganda. He was born from the late Mr. Charles Nsubuga Kinanina of Masaka... Read more
Catholic Church reaffirms the decision to resume religious services under level three lockdown
The Southern African Catholic Bishops conference welcomes the statement of President Ramaphosa that religious services may resume under level three lo... Read more
“The Church should not be a place where racists can find a home”, Bishop João Noé Rodrigues
SOUTH AFRICA, RACISM AND HEALING IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST In the Preamble of the South African constitution we read: “The people of South Africa,Recogn... Read more
“A new study suggests economic and social costs associated with alcohol abuse higher than previously thought”, SACBC Justice and Peace Commission and DG Murray Trust
A new baseline study commissioned by SACBC Justice and Peace Commission and DG Murray Trust suggests the economic and social costs associated wi... Read more
National Ecumenical Prayer against Corruption in South Africa on the 30th August 2020 to be Live Streamed
Read more for full information on how to register and join the live stream……. Dear Leaders of SACC Member Churches, I greet you all my lea... Read more
A New Archbishop for Pretoria
Appointment of New Metropolitan Archbishop His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed His Excellency Bishop Dabula Anthony Mpako as the Archbishop of Pre... Read more
What ways can we #HealandReconcile in our community? Read more for other guiding questions
How do St Paul’s words call us each to #HealandReconcile? #SACBCPastoralPlan What ways can we #HealandReconcile in our community? #SACBCPastoral... Read more
Southern African Catholic Church Commends the Church in Zimbabwe for its prophetic voice
19th August 2020 SOLIDARITY STATEMENT TO THE BISHOPS AND THE CHURCH IN ZIMBABWE We, the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) greet yo... Read more
Migrants have been contributing to the economy of South Africa
VIOLENCE AGAINST MIGRANTS Nelson Mandela’s oath When South Africans hurl insults and inflict violence on migrants, when they strip migrants of their b... Read more
You can still support your Church to help the poor and the vulnerable through your contribution
The spread of COVID-19 is having a clear and deep impact on our communities. We share your anxiety, shock and fear as our world rapidly goes into lock... Read more
Catholic Bishops’ Statement on Sexual Abuse
“The crimes of sexual abuse offend Our Lord, cause physical, psychological and spiritual damage to the victims and harm the community of the faithful.... Read more
How the Catholic Church convinced the apartheid government to allow private schools to be “open” to all citizens – Get a copy from Pauline Books & Media
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SACBC Department for the Laity has a New Coordinating Secretary
After six years of outstanding service as the SACBC Coordinating Secretary in the Department for Formation, Life and Apostolate of the Laity, Fr Sakhi... Read more
Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) Expresses solidarity with African people amid COVID-19
SECAM STATEMENT ON COVID-19 AND ITS CONSEQUENCES“God, hear me as I make my plea; protect me from this frightening enemy” (Ps 64:1)1. Prayer: We... Read more
14th May 2020: All Religions are invited to observe A World Day of Prayer, Fasting and Works of Charity to end Corona Virus Pandemic
Day of Prayer for HumanityDear fellow believers and brothers and sisters in humanity,Our world is facing at the moment a great danger that threatens t... Read more
National Church Leaders’ Consultation (NCLC) on South Africa COVID-19
NATIONAL CHURCH LEADERS’ CONSULTATION (NCLC)Statement on South Africa’s response to Covid 19 –within the context of legal challenges related to the lo... Read more
Pope Francis Lenten Message 2020
MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS FOR LENT 2020 “We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God” (2 Cor 5:20) Dear Brothers and Sisters,... Read more
A New Bishop for Oudtshoorn Diocese
His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed Rev. Fr Noel Andrew RUCASTLE as the Bishop elect of the Diocese of Oudtshoorn. Fr Noel was born in Upington an... Read more
Bishop elect Monsignor Joe Kizito to be Ordained Bishop of Aliwal North in February 2020
As we will be celebrating the Blessing of a New Khanya House on the 21st January 2020, and we are all invited to attend the Launching of a New SACBC P... Read more
What could be your evaluation of Catholic Church Pastoral Plan Launch in Regina Mundi on the 26th January 2020?
Directly or indirectly you may have experienced the Launch of Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Pastoral Plan, which took place at R... Read more
“Be-Attitudes – the Policy Handbook for Followers of Christ”, Archbishop Peter Wells to SACBC Staff
Since the beginning of his tenure as the Apostolic Nuncio to South Africa, Botswana and Swaziland, it has been always the tradition of Archbishop Pete... Read more
Bishop Sandri of Witbank Diocese is being laid to rest today
Hundreds of the faithful from different parts of South Africa have joined the faithful of Witbank Diocese to pay tribute to Bishop Joe Sandri who pass... Read more
Catholic Church Joins South Africa in fighting Gender Based Violence. Watch Newsroom Africa (DSTV Channel 405) today from 20:00 – 21:00
As part of 16 Days of Activism, Bishop Victor Phalana from the Catholic Church, who is also the Chairperson of SACBC Justice and Peace Commission, wil... Read more
Catholic Church Condemns the attacks on worshipers in Christchurch Mosques, New Zealand
The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference is deeply appalled and grieved by the heinous attacks on worshipers at the two Mosques in Christchur... Read more
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer in needed urgently.
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Position Title: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer Reports to: Pr... Read more
Catholic Church call to overcome Racism
PASTORAL LETTER SOUTHERN AFRICAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS’ CONFERENCE A CALL TO OVERCOME RACISM “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me t... Read more
“FEMICIDE IS A CRIME AGAINST HUMANITY”, Said the Catholic Church in South Africa
The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) Justice and Peace Commission is outraged by the high levels of intentional killings of women... Read more
Precious Blood Sisters Confirm Covid-19 Tragedy in their Mother House
Precious Blood Sisters Statement after Upsurge of Covid-19 in their Mother House Convent in Mthatha – South Africa The Congregation of the Precious Bl... Read more
SACBC Online Plenary Meeting and postponement of some events
In the light of the current Covid-19 surge and the restrictions imposed by the State President, as well as uncertainty of what will happen later this... Read more
South African Council of Churches (SACC) Releases Church COVID-19 Readiness Guidelines
30 May 2020 Guidelines, Norms & Standards for SACC Member Churches and Affiliate Groups of ChurchesTo Self- Regulate to Protect Lives at Worship D... Read more
Join Catholic Church in Africa Commemorating SECAM Day Every Year on the 29th July
The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar, known by the acronym SECAM, was founded by African Bishops on 29th July 1969 and form... Read more
Bookkeeper is needed urgently. Apply now!
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Administrator Position Title: Administrator Reports to: Director Location of position: SACBC Office Pretori... Read more
Bishop Setlalekgosi’s funeral to be on the 1st February, 2019
Bishop Emeritus Boniface Tshosa Setlalekgosi of Gaborone Diocese, who passed away on the 25th January 2019 in Gaborone, will be laid to rest on Friday... Read more
Faith is thicker than Blood
Homily on the feast of St Thomas Aquinas. Mk 31-35Faith is thicker than Blood One of the reasons that we are not as effective as we could be as Christ... Read more
Archbishop Peter Wells calls Southern Africa Catholic Bishops to missionary conversion
The identikit of the missionary episcopate according to Vatican II and Pope Francis: from among the baptised to the Mission of Christ Extending the “E... Read more
Are You A South African? IEC Gives You An Opportunity! Don’t Delay Grab it.
Are you a South African, and a responsible citizen? Go to your Voting Station on the 10-11 March to update your information. South Africa needs your V... Read more
Catholic Church calls on the government to ensure Frontline Healthcare Workers have adequate access to the means of protection against COVID-19
SACBC statement on International Nurses Day Without our nurses, South Africa’s battle against Covid-19 fight would be lost We join President Cyr... Read more
Bishop José’s tribute message to Bishop Joe Sandri
HOMILY GIVEN BY BISHOP JOSÉ AT THE FUNERAL OF BISHOP JOE SANDRI 06 June 2019 About ten years’ ago, when I was bishop of Ingwavuma and this dioce... Read more
Catholic Church Aids Office needs Program Manager as soon as yesterday
Be the first one to grab the opportunity. Apply immediately. Job Announcement_Program Manager Read more
Join Catholic Church J&P Meeting on Friday 25 September 3pm, on Economic Impact of Covid-19, Corruption in Municipalities and Economic Recovery.
Under SACBC Justice and Peace Dialogues, on Friday, 25 September, Professor Daniel Plaatjies, the chairperson of Fiscal Financial Commission,... Read more
Notre Dame University Host Catholic Leadership Program
The University of Notre Dame hosted 46 Catholic Organisations Leaders from all over the world. The representative members were selected to attend the... Read more
iKhanya Newsletter: What you need to know about the latest in the Catholic Church in Southern Africa
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH SACBC JANUARY PLENARY 2019: A special and sincere thanks to all the people of goo... Read more
The new #SACBCPastoralPlan looks at 3 broad fields, which are then further divided into Focal Areas.
Dominicans deepen their spirituality among South African Youth
At the beginning of October 2019 the Dominican Youth Movement hold a national conference in Johannesburg in South Africa. The conference was named the... Read more
The Funeral of Archbishop Abel Gabuza
The funeral of the late Archbishop Abel Gabuza will take place as follows: Date: 22 January 2021Time: 11 am Place: Emmanuel Cathedral, Durban Because... Read more
SACBC Lenten Appeal Presents Fund Allocations 2019 and send gratitude to contributors
My dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, On behalf of the Bishops of Southern Africa I would like to thank you once again, for your wonderful response... Read more
Preparatory Arrangements for the Last Farewell of Mrs Edna Molewa
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ South Africa continues to mourn the death of Mrs Edna Molewa. Condolences continue to pour from different corners... Read more
Sunday 31st May is a National Day of Prayer for an end to COVID-19, 4pm is the time.
When we are still busy preparing ourselves to return to our different Religious Services, all the people in South Africa from different walks of life,... Read more
SACBC CPLO Response to the State of the Nation Address by President Ramaphosa
Apart from the fact that the EFF sat quietly and listened to the speech, was this year’s SONA noticeably different from those of recent years? Yes. Ri... Read more
Bishop Giuseppe Sandri of Witbank to be laid to rest on Thursday 06th June, 2019
The Requiem Mass of Bishop Giuseppe Sandri MCCJ Time: 10h00 Date: Thursday, 06 June 2019 Place: eMalahleni City Hall Kindly liaise with Witbank Dioces... Read more
Catholic Church’s Denis Hurley Peace Institute speaks out on the Situation of Cameroon
CALL FOR CONFLICTING PARTIES IN CAMEROON TO ADHERE TO UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2532 The Covid-19 pandemic has by now affected every... Read more
Who are you Lord? What do you want me to do? Homily by Wilfrid Cardinal Napier OFM
Scripture Reading 1 : 2 Sam 5: 1-7; 10 David is identified as the one chosen, called & anointed by the Lord to lead his People. So the leaders com... Read more
Pope Francis invites all the faithful to a Special Prayer on the 27th March 2020, at 7pm
From Apostolic Nunciature in Southern Africa The Holy see has requested this Apostolic Nuniature to inform all those who desire, faithful Catholics an... Read more
SACC Statement on COVID-19 Corruption
The South African Council of Churches (SACC) is extremely disgusted by the revelations of the shameless looting of funds, through alleged irregulariti... Read more
SACBC New Leadership 2019 – 2021
SOUTH AFRICAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS’ CONFERENCE (SACBC) NEW LEADERSHIP OF DEPARTMENTS 2019 -2021 SACBC PRESIDENT BISHOP SITHEMBELE SIP... Read more
Catholic Bishops Welcome the State of Nation Address by President Ramaphosa
Archbishop W. Slattery OFM The Southern Catholic Bishops Conference heartily welcomes the State of the Nation Address delivered by His Excellency the... Read more
Women’s World Day of Prayer in South Africa to be held in Regina Mundi Catholic Church, Soweto
Women’s World Day of Prayer (WWDP) 2019 to intercede for Republic of Slovenia The Republic of Slovenia, a Country in Central Europe, is the recipient... Read more
Catholic Church brings solace to orphaned and vulnerable children families
Despite South Africa being a middle income country it has huge disparities between the rich and the poor, the reality which is evident in both rural a... Read more
Catholic Church Supports National Minimum Wage Implementation
STATEMENT OF SACBC JUSTICE AND PEACE COMMISSION ON THE COMMENCEMENT OF NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE ACT ON 1st JANUARY 2019. We have taken note of the recent... Read more
Catholic Church Justice and Peace on the New NDPP Appointment by President Ramaphosa
SACBC JUSTICE AND PEACE COMMISSION ON THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTION SACBC Justice and Peace Commission welcomes t... Read more
Catholic Church CPLO Gives Light on the Adoption and the Role of the Social Worker
Adoption is a legal process whereby a person assumes the parenting of a non-biological child from that person’s biological or legal parent or pa... Read more
Gaborone Diocese gets a Bishop after a long time without a shepherd
After the resignation of Bishop Valentine Seane, the Diocese of Gaborone remained without a shepherd. The diocese was put under the Administration of... Read more
Pope Francis Reappoints SACBC Secretary General to the PCPM Commission
17 FEBRUARY 2018 POPE FRANCIS APPOINTS COMMISSION MEMBERS Pope Francis has confirmed Cardinal Seán O’Malley, OFM Cap. as President of the Pontifical C... Read more
Corona Virus: Contact your diocesan regarding health precautions to follow during Holy Mass
After the first case of Corona Virus was reported in South Africa, the SACBC President Bishop Sithembele Sipuka has asked SACBC Bishops to give health... Read more
Catholic Church postpones Mini World Youth Day in Tshwane amid COVID-19 pandemic
Dear Nuncio, Cardinal, Archbishops, Bishops, Administrators and Religious Superiors, Diocesan Youth Chaplains, Coordinators, Mentors, Youth Leaders an... Read more
Marriage Encounter (ME) strengthened in the SACBC Dioceses
His Lordship Bishop Zolile Mpambani of Kokstad, who is also the Chairperson for Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference’s Department for Formati... Read more
SACBC, Khanya House’s Staff Celebrate Extra Ordinary Mission Month
On the 10th October 2019, in honour of the Extraordinary Mission Month inaugurated by Pope Francis on the 1stOctober 2019, SACBC Head Office’s staff i... Read more
Register for a Seminar on the Gospel of Mark
Pauline Books & Media Centre & Catholic Bible Foundations of SA Come join us on a journey with the Gospel of Mark Venue: Pauline Conference Ce... Read more
Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Launches a New Pastoral Plan
SACBC Launches a New Pastoral Plan to respond to the needs of our time The Catholic Church in Southern Africa will launch its new pastoral plan at Reg... Read more
Catholic Church Congratulates Independent Electoral Commission in South Africa
ELECTION IS OVER. LET THE BUILDING OF THE ECONOMY AND THE TACKLING OF CORRUPTION COMMENCE We congratulate the Independent Electoral Commission and all... Read more
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
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... Read more
SACBC Family Desk Organises Marriage Encounter in Pretoria. Go and Enrich Your Marriage
Marriage Encounter Weekend The first ME weekend in several years in Gauteng will be presented at: BERTONI CENTRE, PRETORIA NORTH From 27 TO 29 APRIL 2... Read more
SACBC President Bishop Sithembele Sipuka during the launch of SACBC Pastoral Plan in Soweto, Johannesburg
In today’s first reading God’s chosen people of Israel, who represent the whole of humanity are on their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. God... Read more
Catholic Church coveys message of comfort to the distressed amid COVID-19
Letter to those in distress…, during the feast of Our Lady of Fatima. As the Catholic Bishops of Southern Africa we are concerned in a particular way... Read more
Catholic Church sends a word of Consolation on the feast of Corpus Christi
WORD OF CONSOLATION on the feast of CORPUS CHRISTI On the occasion of the feast of Corpus Christi, the feast of the Mass, we as your bishops of the So... Read more
CARITAS South Africa consolidates a response to fight Covid-19 among the poor
During their webinar for the 3rd Assembly of CARITAS South Africa since its establishment in 2017, coordinators from 22 SACBC Dioceses discussed the d... Read more
100 Days as a Bishop; What has he done?
100 Days after my Ordination to the Episcopal Ordination on the 15 Feb 2020 I have been nicknamed, a free Covid-19 Bishop. Hundred (100) days in the o... Read more
Good Shepherd Centre in Madidi extends the hand of charity to the victims of COVID-19
In different ways people of good will have gone all out to extend a hand of charity to the needy of our society, especially during this time when COVI... Read more
VADEMECUM on Certain points of procedure in treating cases of Sexual Abuse of Minors committed by Clerics
The Catholic Church continues to prioritize the initiative of uprooting the problem of sexual abuses of Minors and the vulnerable by clerics. Here is... Read more
Faith tells us that God directs History
For over three hundred years no one could tell that South Africa would become and what would be outcome of their plans and strategies. But the questio... Read more
Catholic Church Pastoral Letter during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ In the name of all the bishops I send you greetings of the risen Lord and wish you blessings of peace and hope.... Read more
Catholic Board of Education issues Covid-19 Prayer for Schools
God, our Loving Father,We, at this school, are all your beloved sons and daughters.We humbly come to You, our only hope.We are nothing without You.We... Read more
We need to be collectively responsible for the prevention and cure of HIV/AIDS
World AIDS Day is commemorated on 1st of December each year to remind us that HIV has not gone away. This is a time we remember the people we hav... Read more
Rev. Fr Owen Wilcock to be laid to rest in East London
The funeral arrangements for Rev. Fr Owen Wilcock are as follows:Tuesday 10th December 2019: Vigil Service from 6:30pm – 7:30pm will be held at Immac... Read more
Bishop Stan urges Young People not to sit in the waiting room, but be active and responsible
Cardinal, Brother Bishops, Priests, Religious Sisters and Brothers, all the Faithful and especially dear Young People. As we celebrate the Holy Mass a... Read more
Are you a Finance Person? Opportunity right here!
The SACBC AIDS Office has a vacancy for: Finance Officer Compliance Position Title: Finance Officer Compliance Reports to: Finance Manager Location of... Read more
“Never, ever give up on hope”, Archbishop Brislin to his Auxiliary Bishop Sylvester David omi.
HOMILY – EPISCOPAL ORDINATION OF BISHOP SYLVESTER DAVID OMI It is indeed good to be here, as we gather together in celebration of the Lord’s Res... Read more
Pope Francis Invites The Faithful to Join Him in Celebrating World Day of Peace On The 1st January 2019
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Justice and Peace in Durban Organizes Healing of Memories workshop for Mothers and Daughters
On the 21-23 June 2019, Justice and Peace Commission in the Archdiocese of Durban organized a healing of memories workshop for Mothers and Daughters.... Read more
Pope Francis Institutes Third Sunday in Ordinary Time as the Sunday of the Word of God.
APOSTOLIC LETTER ISSUED “MOTU PROPRIO” BY THE SUPREME PONTIFF FRANCIS “APERUIT ILLIS” INSTITUTING THE SUNDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD 1. “... Read more
Catholic Church Celebrates 5 years of Benedict Daswa Beatification, Join the Live Stream
Join the celebration Live on the 13th September 2020. Click here to watch Live Stream, Click here to watch Phalaborwa Live Stream If you need an inter... Read more
“The world and it’s people will not keep an account of your mistakes”, Fr Peter-John Pearson to Bishop Sylvester David
REFLECTION OF FR PETER-JOHN PEARSON DURING THE SOLEMN VESPERS ON THE EVE OF BISHOP SYLVESTER DAVID OMI’S ORDINATION AS THE AUXILIARY BISHOP OF CAPE TO... Read more
“Impact of abuse and Pastoral Care of Survivors, danger of re-victimization.”
Visit of Fr Hans Zollner SJ: Theme “Impact of abuse and Pastoral Care of Survivors, danger of re-victimization.” Fr. Hans Zollner SJ, the Director of... Read more
Catholic Church Celebrates 2nd World Day of the Poor on the 18th November 2018
Poverty continues to be one of the greatest challenges of our time. Millions of people around the world are living under severe poverty situations. Af... Read more
We need a Bookkeeper in the SACBC. Be the first to grab the opportunity
Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC) is the headquarters of the Catholic Church in Southern African. It is a public benefit orga... Read more
Church Leaders holds a Countrywide Silent Prayers Against Corruption at 12 noon – Join the Live Stream
https://www.facebook.com/South-African-Council-of-Churches-302306103119496 SACC Church Leaders to Hold Countrywide Silent Prayers Against Corruption I... Read more
HIV/AIDS still a serious threat in South Africa
FOCUS (Faith Based Organizational Capacity Strengthening Universal HIV Treatment Program) Funded by Catholic Relief Services (CRS) South Africa has an... Read more
“Take care of your Bishop”, Bishop Dowling to the faithful of Gaborone Diocese – Botswana
HOMILY FOR INSTALLATION – Bishop Frank Nubuasah SVD Dumelang bana le bagolo. Good Morning to everyone! I greet our Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Peter... Read more
Catholic Church Solidarity Statement to the Bishops and the Church in Mozambique
We, the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) greet you in the name of our risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We have been following... Read more
Follow the updates: SACBC Justice and Peace and UN Women to lead discussion of National AIDS Conference in Durban on Wednesday and Thursday, 12-13 June.
The spread of HIV/AIDS is still a great concern in South Africa: For many years different intensive measures have been undertaken to control the sprea... Read more
Catholic Bishops’ Statement after their August Plenary 2019 in Mariannhill
At our Annual Plenary sitting in Mariannhill, Kwa Zulu Natal, from 30th July to 06th August 2019, we, the Catholic Bishops of Southern Africa delibera... Read more
Laudato Si’ Lenten Reflections at your Diocesan Chancery. Please order the booklets for your parish and community
Laudato Si’ – Lenten Reflections 2019 Dear Brothers and Sisters, You are invited to entrust yourselves, your families and parishes to the... Read more
Collapsing the wall of Seperation: Reconciliation between Migrants, Refugees and South Africans. Biblical Perspective. Paper by Archbishop Buti Tlhagale omi.
RECONCILIATION BETWEEN MIGRANTS, REFUGEES AND SOUTH AFRICANS. A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOUR Prior to the elections of May 8th, 2019, duri... Read more
Catholic Church Migrants and Refugees Office calls for Peace and Calm
CALL FOR PEACE AND CALM It is with dismay that we take note of the recent upsurge in violence against foreign nationals, starting two weeks ago in the... Read more
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