We Need A Child-Centred South Africa
In the midst of the political muddle that is South Africa, we need to re-vision a defining ideal. Part of...
Fr Chris Townsend
Lent as the Cure for Greed Addiction
I would never have thought of myself as greedy. It’s just not who I am — to myself. Yes, I...
10 Percent: Why I Tithe
Father Chris Townsend is a priest who tithes. Here he explains how this practice has become a part of his...
The Funny Side of Being a Priest
Fr Chris Townsend has been a priest for 16 years – and its been an experience… As you read this,...
Don’t Ninja-Dump Granny Over a Wall
Fr Chris Townsend looks at the practice of cremation and how some take the idea too far. I love...
A Church on a Mission is Dangerous
Father Chris Townsend looks at the Church, past and present. In the time of turmoil that our country is going...
How are we Talking to Each Other? And What are We Talking About?
Sometimes Catholic communication seems like an oxymoron, like military intelligence or clean government. As the person responsible for communication for...
Our Youthful (and Good-Looking) Church
I’m probably a bit old for this and every time I think about the effort of World Youth Day, I...
Where are the Men in our Churches?
In one of the parishes I previously served in, in preparation for the celebration of the washing of the feet...
