Pope Francis, the subject of a new documentary by German filmmaker Wim Wenders, is “the most fearless man I ever met,” the director said in a segment of the CBS newsmagazine “60 Minutes”.
Pope Francis is ‘the Most Fearless Man I Ever Met,’ says filmmaker Read Post »
After 17 years, Fr Emil Blaser OP hung up the microphone on his Radio Veritas morning show “Matins” on May 11, with many past interviewees paying tribute to South Africa’s radio pioneer. Over the years, Fr Blaser has interviewed hundreds of eminent people including bishops, nuncios and ambassadors, and got to know many people who have become his friends.
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Pope Francis focused his homily on the day’s reading from St. John’s Gospel (21:15-19). Jesus asks Simon Peter three times, “Do you love me,” and each time that Simon Peter replies he does, Jesus tells him to feed and tend his sheep. He then forewarns his disciple that following him would lead to going “where you do not want to go.”
Christ’s Disciples Will be Led Were They Do Not Want to Go Read Post »
On reading the headline, some readers might have decided not to read on. That would be a pity, because the debates on race and racism are important — and they concern us all.
Race and Our Future Read Post »
I was an undergrad in philosophy at The Catholic University of America when I had the opportunity to attend an
Without the Holy Spirit, Nothing Happens Read Post »
The Gospel of John describes how the Holy Spirit is given to the apostles: the risen Jesus breathing on the apostles to impart the Holy Spirit. This is Pentecost. The power of the Spirit not only authorises, but also empowers the apostles.
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We had a vegetable garden in our own backyard at home and I assisted with that. Planting the flowers (from seed) was my specialty. I still remember watching the alyssum, zinnias, snapdragons and other flowers come to life.
Following in St Isidore’s Footsteps Read Post »
Children have a right to be brought up in the Christian faith, Pope Francis said. Parents and godparents must make sure they “feed the flame of baptismal grace in their little ones, helping them persevere in the faith
The Gift of Baptism is to be Cherished! Read Post »
A veteran priest shared from his wisdom in a Q&A session with youths. Mgr Paul Nadal, former vicar-general of Durban
Q & A With Mgr Paul Nadal! Read Post »
