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Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · America · Asia · Europe · Oceania

The Church in South Africa

What the Church in South Africa filed in her own name. Every publisher here speaks from South Africa; the global agencies that also report it are on the wire, and every headline leaves for the outlet that carried it.

21 stories · 5 publishers

Wednesday, August 5

3 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Global Sisters Report reflects on Transfiguration
    discussCatholic Life9h ago

    Global Sisters Report and The Southern Cross publish reflections on the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord.

    2 sourcesThe Southern CrossGlobal Sisters ReportPerspective

    Global Sisters Report and The Southern Cross publish reflections on the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord. The reflections focus on the importance of listening to Christ and being shaped by his example.

    SourcesThe Southern CrossGlobal Sisters Report

  2. 02
    A Newsletter and a Reflection from Archbishop Sipuka
    discussBishops4h ago
    Archdiocese of Cape Town

    SourcesArchdiocese of Cape Town

  3. 03
    Cardinal Kambanda: Let Christ’s light guide the digital world
    discussBishops4h ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

Tuesday, August 4

3 stories · 2 corroborated
  1. 01
    Africa starts synodal journey
    discussVatican1d ago

    Africa begins its continental synodal journey towards the 2028 Ecclesial Assembly.

    2 sourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

    Africa begins its continental synodal journey towards the 2028 Ecclesial Assembly. The journey is a precursor to the assembly. The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference is involved.

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

  2. 02
    Bishop Masemola urges humble service
    discussBishops1d ago

    Bishop Masemola encourages priests and seminarians to follow St John Vianney's example.

    2 sourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

    Bishop Masemola encourages priests and seminarians to follow St John Vianney's example. He promotes humble service. The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference and Archdiocese of Pretoria report this.

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

  3. 03
    Africa Welcomes the World as Kigali Hosts Historic SIGNIS World Congress 2026
    discussCatholic Life14h ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

Monday, August 3

5 stories
  1. 01
    Living Theology series explores 'Father'
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    The Southern Cross

    The Living Theology series features two presenters with different life stories. They converge to discuss a new understanding of the word 'Father'. The series is introduced by Gillian Hugo.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  2. 02
    Why Wasn’t Judas Stopped?
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  3. 03
    Pope Speaks at Angelus
    discussVatican2d ago
    The Southern Cross

    Pope Leo XIV addresses crowd at St Peter's Square. He talks about God's care for us. The event takes place on a Sunday.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  4. 04
    Faith and Culture Intersect
    discussCulture2d ago
    The Southern Cross

    The Southern Cross explores the intersection of faith and culture. This theme is touched on in the current issue. The publication discusses the meeting point of faith and culture.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  5. 05
    Pope's prayer intention focuses on city evangelization
    discussVatican2d ago
    The Southern Cross

    Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention is for evangelizing large cities. Dr Garikai Madavo SJ reflects on this intention. The intention aims to bring hope to cities.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

Sunday, August 2

1 story
  1. 01
    Supporting new bishops in Southern Africa
    discussBishops2d ago
    The Southern Cross

    The spiritual leadership of bishops is vital for the growth and strengthening of the church in Southern Africa. New bishops are being supported. The church is growing in the region.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

Friday, July 31

6 stories
  1. 01
    Archdiocesan News 2 of 2026
    discussBishops5d ago
    Archdiocese of Cape Town

    SourcesArchdiocese of Cape Town

  2. 02
    Farewell to DHPI programme manager celebrates a legacy of peace and service
    discussChurch & State5d ago
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

  3. 03
    Dennis Hurley Peace Institute's legacy of justice honoured through farewell to programme manager
    discussChurch & State5d ago
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

  4. 04
    WCC Delegation meet with President Ramaphosa
    discussChurch & State5d ago
    Archdiocese of Cape Town

    SourcesArchdiocese of Cape Town

  5. 05
    Fr Motankane Mahlako concludes youth ministry with a call to remain rooted in faith and unity
    discussCatholic Life5d ago
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

  6. 06
    Fr Motankane Mahlako concludes youth ministry with a call to remain rooted in faith and unity
    discussCatholic Life5d ago
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

Thursday, July 30

2 stories
  1. 01
    Dominican Vice Province Hosts Study Days Conference
    discussReligious Orders5d ago
    The Southern Cross

    The Dominican Vice Province of Southern Africa hosts its Annual Conference Study Days. The event is held under the theme. The Dominican Vice Province of Southern Africa is the host.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  2. 02
    Catholics debate immigration in South Africa
    discussChurch & State6d ago
    The Southern Cross

    Two Catholics are symbols of competing philosophies on immigration in South Africa. Immigration dominates South Africa's political landscape. Catholics are divided on the issue.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

Wednesday, July 29

1 story · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Beyond Cargo and Commerce: The Human Face of the Sea
    discussCatholic Life6d ago
    2 sourcesArchdiocese of PretoriaSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

    SourcesArchdiocese of PretoriaSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

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