In letter to bishops, Vatican asks all faithful to pray for the synod
By Justin McLellan, CNS – The Vatican is asking all baptized people, regardless of whether they will be in Rome,...
September 2023
Pope: Christians must radiate the Gospel, not point fingers
By Justin McLellan, CNS – Christians should not use the Gospel to accuse others or speak ill of their brothers...
Never Tire of Forgiveness: 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Emmanuel Sermons – Twenty-Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time – Year A Sermon And Christian Act In The Word Theme: The Paths...
Marists Restore Justice Through Ground-Breaking Alexandra Satellite School
Last Thursday, amidst the hustle and bustle of the Pan-Africa business precinct in Johannesburg’s Alexandra township, an event of far-reaching...
Does the Church still Ban Books?
Question: The Catholic Church used to publish an index of forbidden books, but that seems to have faded away. Does...
24th Sunday Reflection: Restorative Justice: Creativity and Community
24th Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A – Restorative Justice: Creativity and Community – (Matthew 18:21-35) “The gospel is profoundly...
Our Lady of Sorrows
Today the Church observes Our Lady of Sorrows – a feast that commemorates the 7 sorrows of the Blessed Virgin...
Why We Need To Plant Trees
I have many fond childhood memories of lazing about on soft grass, sitting in the pleasant shade of an old...
