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SACBC Pastoral Statement on Violence Against Migrants in South Africa

SACBCMay 21, 2026

Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Pastoral Statement on Violence Against Migrants in South Africa Dear Sisters and Brothers, grace and…

Oblate Bishops Conference in Rome

Oblate bishops from around the world are participating in the Oblate Immaculate Bishops Conference, which is being held at the…

South Africa’s Church Crisis Has a Catholic Answer

Jason ScottMay 20, 2026

The CRL Rights Commission wants to regulate the country’s churches. The Catholic Church has a better answer — and has…

Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Amos Mabuti Masemola

Kati DijaneMay 20, 2026

On Saturday, 16 May 2026, the Catholic community gathered in thanksgiving at Loubser Sports Ground in the Diocese of Kroonstad…

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Why are Cardinals Given a Church in Rome?

Southern CrossMay 15, 2026

Question: What does it mean when a cardinal from a country outside Italy, like our Cardinal Stephen Brislin, is given…

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Why No Pope Peter II?

Question: The recent papal election made me wonder: Why has no pope ever taken the name Peter II? Answer: There…

How to Prepare for Communion at Home

How to Prepare for Communion at Home

Southern CrossApr 28, 2026

Question: What should one do to prepare for the reception of Holy Communion at home when one is no longer able…

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