The Great Legacy of Denis Hurley
February 13 will mark 20 years since the death of Archbishop Denis Hurley. This is a timely moment to reflect […]
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History in Colour: Pope Leo XIII
A snapshot from the past, colourised exclusively for The Southern Cross The social teachings of the Catholic Church have a
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From Our Vaults 48 Years Ago: January 4, 1976
Pope: Liberate without violence Pope Paul VI has urged Christians to become “liberators” of people suffering from famine, injustices and
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Canopy over main altar of St Peter’s Basilica to undergo restoration
By Justin McLellan, CNS – The nearly 400-year-old sculpted canopy towering over the main altar of St. Peter’s Basilica will
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The Southern Cross at Feast of the Epiphany, Most Holy Redeemer Parish
The Southern Cross attended the Feast of the Epiphany Mass service at Most Holy Redeemer parish in Mmakau Village, north
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Bishops Church Church History
100 years for Aliwal North Diocese!
The Diocese of Aliwal celebrated its 100th anniversary! The Diocese was established as an Apostolic Prefecture on June 12, 1923,
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From Our Vaults 40 Years Ago: December 18, 1983
Bishop’s Mass for detainees Bishop John Murphy of Port Elizabeth celebrated a Mass in St Augustine cathedral for detained priest
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How Faith Shaped JRR Tolkien’s Great Fantasy World
Günther Simmermacher looks at the Catholic faith of the Bloemfontein-born author JRR Tolkien, and how it shaped his fantasy world. The
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Advent Christmas Church Church History Pope Francis
Plenary Indulgences for Nativity Scene Jubilee
This Christmas marks the 800th anniversary of the first Nativity Scene being staged by St Francis of Assisi in the
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