(By Bishop Victor Phalana)
A religious vocation is always seen as the initiative of God and the generous response of the one who is called. As early as the age of 12 a person may feel an inclination towards a religious calling. This can be the result of a spiritual experience (a retreat, a sermon, vocation camp, etc.), a religious event (religious profession, ordination, etc), a song or a prayer, which might stir certain emotions towards religious life.… Read more
TSHIMANGADZO BENEDICT DASWA: AT LAST, ONE OF OUR OWN IS A SAINT!!!
I am so excited, with the news that our own kind, our own flesh and blood, our own countryman is to be beatified. On September 13, 2015, Tshimangadzo Samuel Benedict Daswa will be beatified. He was born in Limpopo, Mbahe village to be precise. I appreciate Bishop Emeritus, Hugh Slattery M.S.C.… Read more
MY MESSAGE TO THE DIOCESE OF KLERKSDORP
It is by God’s grace that I, the least among my brethren in everything, have been called to the see of Klerksdorp. It is a humbling experience. Thank you for receiving with such love and enthusiasm. You have no idea how scared I was before I came here. Your hospitality made me at home and your participation at my episcopal ordination convinced me that I am at home!… Read more