Hear confession every time someone asks, Pope Francis said, and don’t ever put limited hours on the sacrament of reconciliation. […]
Make confession more available, God’s heart is always open, pope says Read Post »
Lent is a time for Christians to reflect on the ways they have disappointed God and resolve to return to
Pope Suggests Lenten Exercise of Asking God Why He Weeps Read Post »
Not Only the President, Every Level of Corruption Must be Rooted Out We have noted with concern the
Statement from Catholic Bishops on South Africa’s Ongoing Political Crisis Read Post »
This year, the bishops’ Lenten Appeal officially celebrates its 50th birthday. MANDLA ZIBI looks at the local Church’s vital ‘second collection’
Lenten Appeal: 50 Years of Sharing Read Post »
The culture wars of today have nothing on those from Renaissance times. In Florence, Italy, in 1497 – after people
Art exhibit puts Botticelli’s Spiritual Journey in historical framework Read Post »
The Catholic Church’s commitment to promoting justice, defending human dignity, building peace and promoting development is a response to a
Vatican: Development Must Focus on Human Person Read Post »
In February, Southern Cross editor GÜNTHER SIMMERMACHER made a private visit to the Holy Land. In the third of a series
Fixing Up Our Holiest Churches Read Post »
Jesus said: “Unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God” (Jn 3:5).
No Salvation Without Baptism? Read Post »
Accepting an invitation from Egypt’s president and top religious leaders, Pope Francis will visit Cairo April 28-29. In response to
Pope to Visit Egypt Read Post »
