ECUMENICAL ECO-BISHOPS AND SENIOR CHURCH LEADERS CONFERENCE

46 bishops and senior church leaders, together with the new Climate Commission of the South African Council of Churches and Youth Climate Activists, gathered for a historic “Eco-bishops” Conference last week in Noordhoek, Cape Town. The leaders were from 11 denominations and came from South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini and Botswana. The Conference was organised by SAFCEI, Green Anglicans and the Centre for Public Witness
Day One
Cardinal Stephen Brislin addressed the Conference on the topic of “The Importance of Laudato Si’ in South Africa” (Here is a recording of his presentation: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/DWUHYstV5JurxJjk/?mibextid=UalRPS), and was followed by Anglican Bishop of Lesotho Dr Vicentia Kgabe who spoke on the environmental Challenges in Lesotho. This was followed by a sobering talk by Prof. Coleen Vogel on the five year forecast of climate change in Southern Africa. She was followed by Climate Yes! activist Tshepo Mohapi who challenged the leaders to listen to the voices of young people. We reflected on the groaning of creation in our context in Bible study. Rev. Rachel Mash led a session on the Biblical basis for creation care.
Day Two
We had a presentation from the Presidential Climate Commission and learned about the SAFCEI programmes. 18 month action plans were made by geographical region and a statement was prepared.
We started and ended each day with God in Creation, enjoying the amazing beauty of the area. Our outdoor services were led by Rev. Sikawu (MCSA) and Rev. Dewald Hoffman (DRC). The youth led the final service.
We were blessed by the presence of SAFCEI founder Bishop Geoff Davies who led the final blessing.

The Catholic Bookshop has moved

The Catholic Bookshop has moved alongside the Archdiocesan Chancery at No 14 Bouquet Street, Cape Town.  This is a short distance from where we were before and should be easy to find. Please see the map below.

Though our address is different, our telephone number 021 465 5904 and our email address sales@catholicbookshop.co.za will stay the same.  We are now open for business, but online purchases can also be made on our website: www.catholicbookshop.co.za. You can also contact on 063 222 2724.
Parking can be found in Roeland Street, Hope Street or St John’s Street.  For a clearer indication, click HERE and a Google Map will open.

Creation Grace

As we end this Season of Creation, Bishop Sylvester David has asked that we continue to keep creation foremost in our minds throughout the year by using the Creation Grace (before or after meals) below.

World Day of Prayer for Migrants and Refugees 2024

On Sunday 29 September 2024 we celebrate the World Day of Prayer for Migrants and Refugees. The theme is “God Walks with his People”. Please see below an introductory letter from Cardinal Stephen Brislin, a message from Pope Francis, a message from the SACBC Liaison for Migrants and Refugees Bishop Kizito, a special prayer by Pope Francis, as well as liturgical suggestions for celebrating this day at Mass.

6. Introductory letter from HE Cardinal Brislin

Message from Pope Francis

Message from Bishop Kizito

Prayer of Pope Francis

Eucharistic Celebration Suggestions

Suffering and Sacrifice for Others: A Muslim/Christian Perspective

The Ahlulbait Mosque in Ottery, in conjunction with the Catholic Church of Cape Town
invites you to the fifth meeting of the
Platform for Theological Dialogue and Practical Ethics
on 15 August 2024 at 7.15 pm
at the Ahlulbait Mosque Complex
De Wet Rd in Ottery

RSVP: +27 82 783 2122

You are free to join live on Afosa YouTube channel
youtube.com/@3485