Viri Probati: A Married Priesthood?
The recent flurry of reactions to media reports that Pope Francis is considering opening the way for the married priesthood illustrates, again, the importance of an informed and credible Catholic media
2017
100 Years after First Baptism in Mahobe Mission
Mahobe mission in Umzimkulu diocese in KwaZulu-Natal celebrated the 100th anniversary of the first baptism in the area, at what...
Pope: Before Mass is Not Idle Chit Chat Time
Mass is the highest form of prayer and not an appropriate moment for small talk, Pope Francis said.
Christians Who Say One Thing and Do Another
“The inconsistency of Christians is one of the easiest weapons the devil has to weaken the people of God and to drive the people of God away from the Lord,” he said.
Put the Final Nail in Death’s Coffin
The opening words of the sonnet “Death Be Not Proud” by the 17th-century British poet and cleric John Donne have resonated with me over the past couple of weeks.
Forgotten Catholics: Single People in the Church
In many parishes there are as many single people, widowed, divorced, never-married, than married couples – it may a Church blind spot
Talent Search for Durban’s MWYD
One of the events taking place at Mini World Youth Day is “Catholics Have Talent”. This showcase is open to all registered conference participants. Your deadline is Monday!
Book on Zimbabwe Martyrs to be Launched
A new book by a Jesuit priest about 30 missionaries who were murdered in Rhodesia and Zimbabwe between 1976 and 1988 will be launched in Johannesburg and Durban.
Franciscans’ 800 Years in the Holy Land
This year the Franciscans mark 800 years since they first came to the Holy Land, where they are the custodians of holy shrines — and part of daily life. Günther Simmermacher looks at that history.
