By Quegas Mutale in Hwange Bishop Ncube (middle) leading holy mass in celebration of the Solemnity of Immaculate Conception in Hwange. Bishop Raphael Ncube of Hwange has announced to people in his diocese that the year 2024 has been promulgated as the liturgical year of the Eucharistic. He made the announcement at the diocesan Marian … Continue reading Bishop of Hwange announces 2024 as the year of the Eucharistic →

By Br. Alfonce Kugwa A cross section of the former St. Augustine's Seminary being turned into a private Catholic school. The Episcopal Conference in Zimbabwe has taken yet another bold step by transforming the former St. Augustine’s Seminary into a Private Catholic school. The private college, which is based in Bulawayo will open its doors … Continue reading Bishops turn St. Augustine’s Seminary into Private Catholic School →

By CCN Reporter Teams battle it out in a tug of war match. The Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops’ Conference Secretariat and its partners comprising of CAFOD, Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Trocaire and Cordaid recently came together in the Caritas Games tournament. The games which were held under the theme: “Caritas Games 2023: Walking Together”, were meant … Continue reading ZCBC and partners revive Caritas games to enhance collaboration in a mission to serve humankind →

By CCN Reporter The Franciscan family in Zimbabwe comprising of Brothers, Sisters, Priests and the circular Franciscans will be celebrating their 800 years of the rule. This is in recognition of the rule of the Order of the Franciscan Order. The celebration will bring together the First Order families, that is Franciscan Friars (OFM) and … Continue reading Franciscan family in Zimbabwe celebrates 800th Anniversary of the Approval of the Rule of 1223 →

By Fr. Peter Chimombe & Br. Alfonce Kugwa Mildred Julia Dirwai was crowned the best choir conductor in the St. Cecilia Catholic Choir competition recently held at Gokomere Mission in Masvingo. Congratulations to Kwekwe Deanery for scooping the coveted ZICASAM first prize. I have always maintained that Kwekwe Deanery choir is not only the champion … Continue reading Giving up is not an option: Sisi Julie’s persistence finally pays off    →

By CCN Correspondent St. Cecilia celebration should be a get together in prayer and should not be used as a platform for drinking alcohol or other ulterior motives . The St. Cecilia musical event is good in at least two ways: i) It is an occasion to celebrate through song, an integral party of our … Continue reading Reflection about St. Cecilia Celebration →

By Dr. Albert Munyanyi Kwekwe Deanery doing what they know best during the St. Cecilia Competition in Masvingo. In an awe-inspiring display of musical prowess, the St. Cecilia national music celebration concluded with a resounding victory for Kwekwe Deanery who scooped the first position. The musical extravaganza which was held on 25 November 2023 in … Continue reading Kwekwe Deanery reigns supreme at the unforgettable St. Cecilia national music competition →

By Albert Munyanyi MASVINGO - The Ancient City of Masvingo is abuzz with excitement as the much-anticipated St. Cecilia Celebrations  is set to take place on November 25th, 2023. Choirs from across Zimbabwe, and those composed of Catholics based in South Africa are preparing to converge in a display of musical talents and harmonious competition. … Continue reading Unveiling the majestic St. Cecilia celebration in Masvingo; a journey to musical bliss →

By Br. Alfonce Kugwa The Catholic Bishops in Zimbabwe have published a pastoral letter cautioning about the post election violence after the August 2023 harmonized elections. The elections that were held on 23 and 24 August 2023 have been described by many observers as shambolic and have given birth to post election politically motivated violence, … Continue reading Catholic Bishops in Zimbabwe condemn post election violence →

By Fr. Vincent Lumano Rt. Raphael Ncube and the curia with the panel of Diocesan Pastoral Executive. In a remarkable display of unity and dedication, the Diocese of Hwange held its Annual General Meeting from the 16th to 18th November 2023. The meeting was opened and closed by the Eucharistic celebration. Held within the serene … Continue reading Hwange Diocese AGM destined to shape the local Church’s future →

By Br. Alfonce Kugwa Gweru Diocese Bishop, Rudolf Nyandoro Bishop Rudolf Nyandoro foundation is on the cards as he celebrates his silver jubilee as a priest. The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Gweru seeks to define a new chapter in the life of the local Church by initiating a foundation that would cater for … Continue reading Bishop Rudolf Nyandoro Foundation on the cards as he celebrates 25 years of priesthood →

By Quegas Mutale in Binga Mr. Peter Munsaka addresses participants on the need for safeguarding of children. Men in Binga are taking the lead in raising awareness on issues to do with child safeguarding. In a workshop held on 11 November 2023 at Tusimpe Pastoral Centre, St. Joseph guild committed themselves to take up initiatives … Continue reading St. Joseph’s guild in Binga take the lead in promoting safeguarding of children →

By Quegas Mutale in Binga Binga Deanery pastoral council members attending a meeting at Tusimpe Pastoral Centre. The Leadership of Binga Deanery was encouraged to play a key role in encouraging awareness about self-reliance in the Church. This was discussed during the Deanery Pastoral Council meeting held at Tusimpe Pastoral Centre from 10 to 11 … Continue reading Binga Deanery pastoral council members urged to facilitate self- reliance →

By Elena Mupandawana Mr. Gabriel Kandewo listening to concerns being raised by participants on safeguarding issues. Workplace safety has become one of the key priorities for organizations across the world. Organizations are required to create safe working environments for their staff to protect them from all harm. Recently, the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace … Continue reading Safety, accessibility, human dignity and inclusivity in programming is key to quality service delivery →

By Quegas Mutale in Hwange Bishop Nyathi addressing people during his thanksgiving mass in Hwange. Bishop Nyathi of the Catholic Diocese of Gokwe was urged to be a good shepherd who loves and listens to people he leads. This was said by Fr. Jabulani Nyoni, Vicar General of Hwange Diocese during Bishop Nyathi’s thanksgiving mass … Continue reading “Be humble and ready to listen”; Priest tells Bishop Nyathi at his thanksgiving mass in Hwange →