Pope: True Christians Remain Hopeful, Not ‘Whiny and Angry’
Real hope lies in the proclamation of Jesus’ death and resurrection, not just with one’s words but also in deeds, Pope Francis said.
Christian Living
Las Vegas: Our Spilled Blood – Lack of Compassion Leads to Violence
Once again, violence has struck. More than 500 people were wounded and at least 59 died in an Oct. 1 shooting during a country music concert in Las Vegas. Once again, people ask, “Why?” How can this sort of random violence happen? Why do people shoot other people? Why so much bloodshed?
Durban Artists’ Group Draws Inspiration from Trappists
A group of 16 artists from Durban have been experiencing their own sense of wonder at creation by trailing the 19th-century Trappist monks of KwaZulu-Natal.
Theology of the Body Expert Brings Theory to Life
Some 1000 people in various venues in South Africa came to hear US speaker and author Christopher West, an expert on the Theology of the Body.
Pope to Trappists: Share Your Silence, the World Needs it
The great simplicity of life embraced by Trappist monks and nuns and their attentive practice of long periods of absolute silence are gifts the world needs today, Pope Francis said.
Getting Ready to Take on Marriage
The Church requires engaged couples to prepare for marriage, usually through Catholic Engaged Encounter (CEE) workshops.
What is the Lord’s Consolation?
Christians must learn to expect and recognise God’s consolation and hold dear the peace and tranquility it leaves behind
What Africa Needs Saving From
Kelvin Banda OP – In many churches, congregations sing the hymn “Africa Will Be Saved” — and as the African continent laments countless tragedies, problems and forms of suffering which affect the everyday lives of people, it sounds good to sing that Africa will be saved.
Faith at the Centre for Major-General Victoria Mekute
One of the highest-ranking women in the police is celebrating 35 years in the force this year. As a Catholic, she says her faith keeps her humble and inspires her to do acts of mercy. Erin Carelse spoke to Major-General Victoria Mekute.
