Scruples in Temptations: Did I Sin?
I admit to being a scrupulous soul and am often plagued by doubts about whether I have given in to...
May 2019
Where the Risen Christ Walked
After being raised from the dead, Jesus Christ made several appearances, as Scripture recounts. Over two articles, Günther Simmermacher looks...
Mercy in All Areas of Life
I had never been a very dedicated follower of the popular Divine Mercy devotion. But around 2016, the time of...
Puzzle of Adopting a Saint Solved
Stephen A Clark, Manila, Philippines – Years ago I heard a talk where it was suggested that we all adopt...
Wars, Threats of More Wars, Dishonour Memorial Day in the US
Flag waving and military parades are synonymous with Memorial Day. It is a day of intense nationalism – highlighting a...
‘Motu proprio’ is First Step to Restoring Trust in the Church
Much of the reporting surrounding Pope Francis’ “motu proprio,” on the pope’s own initiative, titled “Vos estis lux mundi” (“You...
Act by Setting up Abuse Committees
Mervyn Pollitt, Waterfall, KZN – As reported in an interview with Ricardo da Silva SJ on Spotlight.Africa, Sr Hermenegild Makoro...
Celibacy Needs More Explaining
Guest Editorial by Michael Shackleton – “The harvest is rich, but the labourers are few, so ask the Lord of...
Joan Williamson Rest in Peace
Former Southern Cross board member Joan Williamson died on March 27 at 98. Born in 1920 in Pietermaritzburg, she was...
