The Jesuit Institute has just released three videos (an hour each), seeking to provide introductions to the Bible. The first one is a general introduction. The second is an introduction to the Pentateuch. The third is an introduction to the Historical Books. They hope to add another six introductions to cover the whole of the […]

On 9 July 2026, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka delivered a public lecture in honour of Professor Barney Pityana at the East London Health Resource Centre. The lecture was titled: Improving Quality of Life for All – Unlocking the Potential of Every Person…

Attached below is Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka’s July Newsletter to all the people of the Archdiocese of Cape Town.
From the Heart July 2026 2

Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, writing from Rome, has asked that the attached letter be circulated as widely as possible, ahead of the National Shutdown tomorrow, 30th June 2026.
Care for fellow parishioners and employees of other countries

Attached below is a letter from the Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde, regarding Threats of Violence Against Vulnerable Communities. Bishop Sylvester David has asked that this be shared far and wide.
20260626 OTP Letter to the religious leaders signed AW

Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, accompanied by Bishop Sylvester David OMI, are on their way to Rome, where Archbishop Sipuka will receive the Pallium from Pope Leo XIV on 29 June 2026. The Mass will be broadcast on the Vatican Media YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@VaticanNewsEN Our prayers and best wishes accompany him at this special time. Please […]

Yesterday, 17 June 2026, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, as president of the Southern African Council of Churches (SACC), addressed President Cyril Ramaphosa on the issue of aggression and violence against African foreign nationals. Below is his opening address. Above is a photo of the delegation, taken in front of the Union Buildings in Pretoria. OPENING ADDRESS […]

As anti-migrant sentiment and violence begins to rise in South Africa, SACC President, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, has issued a pastoral letter to all Member Churches and People of Goodwill, calling upon all to reject violence, seek justice, and treat all people with respect, compassion and dignity. A Pastoral Letter to the Member Churches and All […]

Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Pastoral Statement on Violence Against Migrants in South Africa Dear Sisters and Brothers, grace and peace to you. We, the Catholic Bishops of Southern Africa, speak at this critical moment with a deep sense of urgency and moral responsibility regarding the escalating tensions and violence involving migrants and non-nationals in […]

The first APC meeting with our new Archbishop was held at Immaculate Conception, Parow from 09.00-14.00. Below are some pics of the event.