Catholic funeral liturgies are a beautiful expression of our beliefs as the faithful pass into the arms of God. Erin Carelse offers practical steps that can make the death of a loved one less overwhelming.
Catholic Funerals: Some Practical Advice Read Post »
The grace of God and decades of ecumenical dialogue have enabled Catholics and Protestants to mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation together, emphasising their shared baptism and faith in Jesus, Pope Francis said.
Reformation at 500: Christians see they are brothers, sisters, pope says Read Post »
Going to Mass regularly, praying and doing good works are not enough to make a person a good Christian, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Only Jesus Would Die for Sinners Read Post »
The Pharisees and doctors of the law who claim salvation comes only from fulfilling God’s laws are not just biblical figures of the past, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Get the Order of Salvation Right – Grace, Faith, Sanctification Read Post »
The Church strongly believes that life is sacred, as the creation of God; we are stewards, not owners of our bodies. A person is a composite of body and soul; as long as there is a living body, even if mental capacity is reduced or absent, there is still a person present.
The Church Supports Organ Donation Read Post »
Do not fall for the allure of money, which can enslave and alienate like a cult, Pope Francis told business school students.
Pope: Don’t Blindly Obey the Invisible Hand of the Market Read Post »
Christians are holy not because of their good works but because they recognise their sins before God and receive his forgiveness
Pope: Good Works are Response to, Not Reason for God’s Forgiveness Read Post »
For a young Durban Catholic a large tattoo of a crucifix is a public declaration of his faith which was deepened by two encounters with Pope Francis. ILLA THOMPSON reports.
Durban Catholic: Large Tattoo a Public Declaration of Faith Read Post »
The Brotherhood of Blessed Gérard will be celebrating 25 years of service, caring for those most in need, in its community of Mandeni in Eshowe diocese.
Brotherhood of Blessed Gérard Celebrates 25 years Read Post »
