February 2025
Why is St Paul called an Apostle?
Question: Why is St Paul called an “Apostle” when he wasn’t one of the Twelve whom Jesus chose? Answer: The...
Faithful unite in St Peter’s Square praying for pope’s health
By Carol Glatz , CNS – A light drizzle finally let up as hundreds of faithful headed to St. Peter’s...
Mass Readings: 2 March – 9 March
Liturgical Calendar Year C – Weekday Cycle Year I Sunday March 2, 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time Sir 27: 4-7/...
Remembering Father Charles Kuppelwieser: A Legacy of Compassion in South Africa
In Memoriam – By Father Mathibela Sebothoma – Father Charles Kuppelwieser, known as Karl in his native Austria, was a Roman...
Brother Evaristus Sekhonyana Rest in Peace
By Bokang Tsoanamatsie – St Augustine Major Seminary and the Diocese of Qacha’s Nek held a requiem Mass to bid...
Pope Francis: Deacons are called to Selflessness
By Justin McLellan, CNS – “Being ordained is not an ascent but a descent, whereby we make ourselves small, lower...
Pope’s condition still ‘critical’ with signs of renal insufficiency under control
By Cindy Wooden and Carol Glatz, CNS – Pope Francis’ condition remained “critical” the evening of Feb. 23, his doctors...
The Incomplete Church in the 21st Century
By James Katende – As we navigate the complexities of the 21st century, it’s clear that the church is facing...



