Why Do We Do Penance?
In Confession, the priest gave me a penance of the Stations of the Cross, which I did. What is the purpose of the penance when I know that, because I am truly sorry for...
Category: Sacraments
Let’s Look Again at Sacraments Fees
Maria Joag, Cape Town – Regarding the cost of the sacraments and the need for the Church to survive in Fr Chris Townsend’s column “Let’s talk about money”, I believe the Church needs good...
First Communions at St Francis parish in Richards Bay!
A First Communion Mass was held at St Francis Catholic church in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The 24 young communicants are seen with parish priest Fr Bongani Sebastian Xulu and catechist Rachel Chetty. More Stories:...
First Communion at Our Lady of Lourdes, Rivonia
Our Lady of Lourdes parish in Rivonia, Johannesburg, celebrated the First Communion of young members. With the group is their catechist. (Submitted by Cliff Brooke) More Stories: Celebrating First Communion at St Benedict’s Cathedral...
Confirmations at Holy Trinity Parish in Midrand!
Six young people were confirmed by Archbishop William Slattery of Pretoria at Holy Trinity parish in Olifantsfontein, Midrand. With the confirmants are parish priest Fr Joseph Puliyikat MSFS and catechist Hope Mlotshwa. (Submitted by...
What Are Stole Fees? Why is There Such A Fuss About Them?
In recent weeks the question of fees charged for services by priests has been discussed around the world. CHRISTEN TORRES interviewed Bishop Edward Risi to seek explanations. Firstly why are they called “stole fees”...
First Communions for Emmanuel Parish in Sebokeng!
Youngsters at Emmanuel church in Sebokeng, Johannesburg archdiocese, celebrated their First Communion with parish priest Fr Simphiwe Kheswa OFM. (Submitted by Fr Sekabata Solomon Mphela OFM) More Stories: 46 Kids Receive Their First Communion! First Communions at St...
My Greedy Church Cares Nothing for its People
Reading your front-page article “Sacraments not for sale, bishop warns”, my heart hurt. My church used to go out and give clothes to the poor and sweets to kids, and help people with things...
Fr Chris Townsend: Let’s Talk About Money
The question of “sacraments for sale” is a sensitive one — and Fr Chris Townshend is trying to make sense of it. (Photo: Steve Buissinne) The month of January is always a really good...
First Communions at St Anthony’s in Pietermaritzburg
First Communion was celebrated at St Anthony’s parish in Pietermaritzburg, with Fr Terry Nash SPS and Deacon Leo Camp as the celebrants. (Photo: Mervin Fenner) More Stories: Celebrating First Communion at St Benedict’s Cathedral...
First Communions at St Charles Lwange in Paarl!
St Charles Lwanga church in Paarl, Cape Town archdiocese, celebrated the First Communion of youngsters in the parish. The group is seen with assistant Paarl parish priest Fr Shaun Addinall and catechist Lulama Tshaya. (Submitted by J Pheiffer)...
First Confessions at Most Holy Redeemer Parish, Rustenburg!
The Most Holy Redeemer church in Rustenburg, North West, celebrated the First Confessions of children in the parish. With the group, holding their certificates, are parish priest Fr Wandile dingiswayo CSsR and catechist elizabeth...
