Preparations begin for opening Holy Doors at Vatican, Rome basilicas
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Hours after the last visitors and pilgrims left St. Peter’s Basilica for the day, a chisel clanged and dust flew as a...
Southern Africa's Catholic Magazine
The Future of Catholic Schooling
Catholic schools in South Africa have long played a vital role in education, often acting as beacons of inclusivity and social justice. Yet, their journey has been...
Prayer for Advent
This year Advent runs from December 1 – December 24 – a time to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord.
Mass Readings: 8 December – 15 December, 2024
Liturgical Calendar Year C – Weekday Cycle Year I Sunday December 8, 2nd Sunday of Advent Bar 5: 1-9/ Ps 126: 1-2. 2-3. 4-5. 6 (3)/ Phil...
Pope: Japan’s ‘hidden Christian’ sites are living witness of faith
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Christians in Japan should keep alive the memory of the persecution their ancestors endured for their faith and should also pray for...
Nicaea and synodality: Pope talks about both with patriarch, theologians
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Focusing again on the fundamental Christian beliefs outlined by the Council of Nicaea almost 1,700 years ago can help Christians today put...
St Monica: A Survivor of GBV
By Laurika Nxumalo – St Monica, who is the mother of St Augustine of Hippo, is venerated for her unwavering faith, extraordinary patience, and commitment to the...
Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking
16 Days of Activism Against the Abuse of Women and Children (Nov 25-Dec10)
Pope at Angelus: Lighten burdens by making room for the Lord
By Carol Glatz, CNS – Despite the problems and worries in the world, Jesus invites Christians to look toward heaven, trust in his saving love and make...
St Augustine Major Seminary in Lesotho Celebrates 100 Years of Catholic Faith
Article and pics by Bokang Tsoanamatsie – St Augustine Major Seminary in Roma in Lesotho commemorated a century since its establishment by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. ...
