The opening words of the sonnet “Death Be Not Proud” by the 17th-century British poet and cleric John Donne have resonated with me over the past couple of weeks.
Put the Final Nail in Death’s Coffin Read Post »
In many parishes there are as many single people, widowed, divorced, never-married, than married couples – it may a Church blind spot
Forgotten Catholics: Single People in the Church Read Post »
One of the events taking place at Mini World Youth Day is “Catholics Have Talent”. This showcase is open to all registered conference participants. Your deadline is Monday!
Talent Search for Durban’s MWYD Read Post »
A new book by a Jesuit priest about 30 missionaries who were murdered in Rhodesia and Zimbabwe between 1976 and 1988 will be launched in Johannesburg and Durban.
Book on Zimbabwe Martyrs to be Launched Read Post »
This year the Franciscans mark 800 years since they first came to the Holy Land, where they are the custodians of holy shrines — and part of daily life. Günther Simmermacher looks at that history.
Franciscans’ 800 Years in the Holy Land Read Post »
Father Fidelis Mukonori, parliamentary liaison officer for Harare Archdiocese, is trying to mediate a graceful exit for the 93-year-old president, who has led Zimbabwe for 37 years.
Priest mediates between Zimbabwe generals, Mugabe Read Post »
The Catholic Women’s Association (CWA) in Botswana celebrated its 21st anniversary at its 15th annual conference at Ave Maria Pastoral Centre in Gaborone.
Botswana Catholic Women’s Association Celebrates 21 years Read Post »
After a majority of Australians indicated they favoured same-sex marriage, Australia’s bishops said legislators must ensure that any new law on marriage includes protection for religious freedom.
Australian Archbishop: New Marriage Law must Include Conscience Clauses Read Post »
Our nation’s hospitals daily terminate the lives of many unborn infants by legalised abortion on demand. I thus respectfully ask our Catholic bishops to direct that the following prayer, or something similar, be made one of our Sunday Masses’ bidding prayers once a month
Bidding Prayer Against Abortion Read Post »
