Ever wondered who the man always seen with the pope is?
Papal master of ceremonies appointed bishop of Italian diocese – By Junno Arocho Esteves – Pope Francis named Mgr Guido...
August 2021
Afghanistan: Pope launches appeal for fasting, prayers for God’s mercy
By Carol Glatz – With increased violence unfolding in Afghanistan, Pope Francis appealed to all Christians to fast and intensify...
Pope: Complaining and blaming others is a waste of time
By Carol Glatz – Complaining is a poison that causes anger, resentment and sadness, and closes one’s heart to God,...
Catholic Institute of Education: Teenage Pregnancy and Rape
Two sets of statistics were announced this past week. These statistics while not only shocking, are of grave concern for...
Will Christ Reign on Earth for 1000 Years?
I have friends who devoutly believe that Christ will reign on earth for a thousand years and after that time has elapsed, he will carry out the Last Judgment. I know the Church rejects this doctrine, but I need some help to understand where and why it originated.
Catholic Trivia Quiz
How well do you know your Church? Test your knowledge in every issue of the Southern Cross magazine – Which...
Wheelchair Donated to Holy Family College
Holy Family College Durban would sincerely like to thank The sweetheart’s Foundation for the donation of a much need wheelchair...
Catholic Church in Ethiopia suspends emergency response in Tigray
By Fredrick Nzwili – The Catholic Church in Ethiopia has suspended emergency delivery of aid in Tigray, following the escalation...
German bishop says he’s sceptical about exempting priests from celibacy
A German bishop who co-chairs the Synodal Path’s forum on priests said he is “sceptical” about exempting Catholic priests from...
