Movie magic can make a lot of things seem real that aren’t. Take Taylor James, for example. He plays the title character in the new movie “Samson”. Samson, the Old Testament figure, was known for his hair being the key to his strength. So, the longer the hair, the greater the strength, right?
Hair today, Hair Tomorrow: It’s the real thing for ‘Samson’ actor Read Post »
Pope Francis has appointed a South African-trained priest as the bishop of Keetmanshoop, Namibia, to succeed Bishop Phillip Pollitzer, who retired last year.
New Bishop for Namibia! Read Post »
I attended the launch last month of the 3rd edition of Elements Of Counselling, co-authored by Dr Joan Schön, Fr Vic Kotze and Lauren Gower, I find that this edition, like each of its predecessors, is a valuable tool for all who find themselves called to offer care and counsel to young and old in South Africa.
Elements of Counselling: An Essential Tool for Pastoral Ministry Read Post »
After almost nine years of Jacob Zuma’s mostly ruinous presidency, South Africa’s long wait to finally exhale ended last week with his departure. Under the leadership of President Cyril Ramaphosa, the nation hopes that sober, responsible, transparent and accountable governance will take hold in South Africa.
With Hope Into South Africa’s Future Read Post »
St. Francis of Assisi’s reception of the stigmata, the wounds of Christ, at La Verna in Italy and its depiction by artists beginning in the 15th century is the focus of a National Gallery of Art exhibit.
Gallery Exhibit Explores St Francis’ Reception of Stigmata Read Post »
The yearning for one’s soul to be quenched must not be confused with longing for worldly desires, a Portuguese priest told Pope Francis and senior members of the Roman Curia during their Lenten retreat.
Lenten Retreat: Thirsty Souls are Quenched by God, not the World Read Post »
Loudly boasting or complaining about fasting during Lent and treating others unkindly is not what God wants, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Don’t Fast and then Treat Others Unkindly Read Post »
Here is an opportunity to build bridges. This season offers us the opportunity to move away from the conventional slogans and frigid promises. It will demand a deeper faith and a lot of courage, like stepping out of a dark cell into a new light.
Build Bridges: Lent Needs a New Image! Read Post »
The Prayer of Stopping calls us to be present in each moment and slow the pace of our daily living. Who knows what generosity we may find in friends and strangers; what beauty we may discover in our ordinary, everyday surroundings?
The Prayer of Stopping: Just be Read Post »
