By Fr. Johnston Mlambo The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) celebrates its 55th anniversary today. Founded on July 29, 1969, in Ggaba, Kampala, Uganda, SECAM was born from the aspirations of young African bishops during the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) who sought to speak with one voice. This desire culminated in … Continue reading SECAM Celebrates 55th Anniversary with Mass and Message of Unity
Month: July 2024
National Symposium of Sacred Music Unites Composers and Choirs in Gweru
By Tinashe Chimombe The serene city of Gweru was graced by a profound gathering from July 26 to 28, as the Zimbabwe Catholic Association for Sacred Music (ZICASAM) organized a National Symposium. This holy convocation drew together composers and choirs from all dioceses across Zimbabwe. Mr. Tafara Mangoma, Chairperson of ZICASAM, welcomed attendees and thanked … Continue reading National Symposium of Sacred Music Unites Composers and Choirs in Gweru
SECAM Secretaries General Conclude Meeting with Draft Document for Plenary
By Fr. Johnston Mlambo The meeting of the Secretaries General of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) concluded today with the presentation of a draft document that will serve as the bishops' working document at their plenary next July. The day's main activity focused on reviewing and refining the draft document. … Continue reading SECAM Secretaries General Conclude Meeting with Draft Document for Plenary
Church Urged to Act Justly for Credibility at SECAM Meeting in Brazzaville
By Fr. Johnston Z. Mlambo The Church must self-introspect and start acting justly to be a credible witness, advocate, and promoter of justice, peace, and integral human development. This message resonated at the SECAM Secretaries' meeting in Brazzaville, where solutions to Africa's challenges were discussed. The second day of the SECAM Secretaries' meeting began with … Continue reading Church Urged to Act Justly for Credibility at SECAM Meeting in Brazzaville
SECAM Secretaries Discuss Africa’s Ecclesiastical, Social, and Economic Issues in Congo Brazzaville
By Fr. Johnston Mlambo Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo — Regional Secretaries and National Secretaries of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) have gathered to discuss the ecclesiastical, social, and economic situations in African countries and their islands. The meeting, held at Hôtel Saint François de Paul (St. Francis of Paul … Continue reading SECAM Secretaries Discuss Africa’s Ecclesiastical, Social, and Economic Issues in Congo Brazzaville
The Erosion of the Traditional Family: A Threat to Society and the Church
Picture courtesy of iStockphoto By Gabriel Isaac Kandewo 1.0 Introduction The traditional family, a cornerstone of society and the Church, is facing an unprecedented crisis. The recent communique issued by the Bishops of Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe highlights the breakdown of the traditional family setup as one of the significant challenges facing the region. This … Continue reading The Erosion of the Traditional Family: A Threat to Society and the Church
A Multi-Sectorial and Inter-Denominational Mental Health Summit Held in the Archdiocese of Bulawayo
By Sibonginkosi P. Ndlovu and Buhlebenkosi Tshili It is a fact beyond doubt that mental health issues are more topical today than ever before. This is due to the rising incidence of mental illnesses, which cause significant difficulties in all aspects of life: in an individual's life, in relationships, among family members, in communities, and … Continue reading A Multi-Sectorial and Inter-Denominational Mental Health Summit Held in the Archdiocese of Bulawayo
Catholic Bishops of Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe Gather in Salima for Sub-Region Consultative Meeting
By Fr. Johnston Mlambo Bishops from Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have convened in Salima, within the Lilongwe Diocese, for their second sub-region consultative meeting. Themed "The Catholic Bishops of Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe Collaborating to Enhance Pastoral Unity, Gospel Proclamation, and Solidarity in the Sub-Region Amidst Shared Challenges," the meeting aims to strengthen ties and … Continue reading Catholic Bishops of Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe Gather in Salima for Sub-Region Consultative Meeting