Gaborone Hosts Major Charismatic Course
An international Charismatic Renewal training course on intercession was held in Gaborone, with 150 participants from ten countries in Africa
2017
Catholic Liturgies Avoid Christmas Decorations and Carols in Advent
During the weeks before Christmas, Catholic churches stand out for what they are missing. Unlike shops, malls, public buildings and homes that start gearing up for Christmas at least by November, churches appear almost stark save for Advent wreaths and maybe some greenery or white lights.
Who Was the Priest Involved in the Mugabe-Army Resignation Deal?
A Catholic priest mediated between now former President Robert Mugabe and the Zimbabwean generals who seized power.
Advent: A Year’s Reflection, Hope and What to Do Now
Without hope our path leads to death. But perhaps our hope like canned and looped holiday music has lost some of its lustre. After 20 years, 40 years and 60 years this same call to hope may have us either yawning or gritting our teeth.
Ok, What is Legio Maria?
As the drumbeats grew louder at the Jerusalem Church, members of the Legio Maria movement bowed in unison before they...
Free Southern Cross Issue – 29 November – 5 December, 2017
Free issue of the Southern Cross especially for Mini World Youth Day To read this week’s issue of The Southern...
Pope: Trust Young People!
To foster vocations, the church must trust young people who, “despite belonging to the ‘selfie’ generation, look for full meaning in their lives, even when they do not always look for it where it can be found,” Pope Francis said.
Advent – What Are We Waiting For?
A charming mystery accompanies the joyful liturgical season of Advent: it is that irresistible spirit of waiting and expectation, longing for something—or somebody — great to appear on stage
Sowing Seeds at Mini World Youth Day
Starting on December 6, the Southern African Church hopes to build for the future when Durban hosts the second Mini World Youth Day, as the regional gathering of young Catholics is called.
