Fr John Thompson Moves to Lesotho!
Salesian Father John Thompson celebrated his last Mass at St John Bosco parish in Robertsham, Johannesburg, before leaving for a...
2018
How Martyrs Defeated Nazi Executioners
November 10 marked the 75th anniversary of the execution of three anti-Nazi priests and a Lutheran pastor whose witness and friendship across sectarian lines inspired ecumenical relations, as GÜNTHER SIMMERMACHER writes.
The War that Didn’t End All Wars
On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month in 1918 an armistice was declared, effectively ending...
Pope to Scientists: Help Protect the Health of Planet and its People
Scientists worldwide must serve humanity and the health of the planet, which means they must also propose viable solutions to problems and persuade government leaders and policymakers to implement them, Pope Francis said.
Catholic Filipino Settlers Honoured
By Steve Herbert – More than 300 people, most of them descendants of Filipino settlers, witnessed the renaming and blessing of...
Star Backs SA Priest’s Book
A Johannesburg priest has published his first book of poetry — and had a world-famous singer write a foreword to it.
Deacon Francis Graham Ordained!
Francis Graham of St Thérèse parish in Edenvale, Johannesburg, was ordained to the permanent diaconate. Deacon Graham (centre with palms...
Say No To Pride and Rivalry
World peace must begin in individuals’ hearts and in their families by saying “no” to pride and rivalry, Pope Francis said.
Let the Statues Fall!
One of my favourite songs is “Viva la Vida” by British rock band Coldplay. It starts with the lyrics: “I...
