St Frances of Rome: The Reluctant Wife who Became a Saint
When 13-year-old Frances of Rome was told to get married, she thought God called her to be a nun. But
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The Catholic Ethos
Dear Reader, Every March edition of The Southern Cross is dedicated to Catholic education, as we celebrate the achievements of
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Book Review: That They May Have Life edited by Fr Larry Kaufmann CSsR
Reviewed by Günther Simmermacher THAT THEY MAY HAVE LIFE, edited by Fr Larry Kaufmann CSsR. Redemptorist Pastoral Publications, Merrivale (2025). 64pp In the 18th
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Caring for Our Mental Health as Church
Deacon Ed Shoener’s ministry is centred around serving those with mental health issues — and encouraging parishes to share in
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St Francis Xavier: The Great Missionary
He was supposed to become a soldier, but God had other plans for St Francis of Xavier, who became one
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Music, Love and Jubilee
Dear Reader, On our cover this month we meet a young stage actress and singer who tells us about her
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10 Years after Beatification: How is the Daswa Sainthood Cause Going?
Ten years ago, the South African Church rejoiced as Bl Benedict Daswa was beatified. A decade later, Günther Simmermacher asked
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Shrines around the World: Our Lady of Charity of Cobre, Cuba
Where’s that: In eastern Cuba, near the city of Santiago Our Lady’s connection: Miraculous statue of Our Lady Every year
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75 years ago, the South African Church grew up
This month it is 75 years ago since Pope Pius XII established the Southern African Hierarchy, a momentous event which
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