Diocesan News

Diocesan News

Retrouvaille Weekend: The presenting team, three couples and a priest or pastor couple presents a technique of communication that enables you to take a good look at many areas of your relationship. The team provides practical tools for improving your marriage. Unlike marriage counsellors, they will share how they were able to benefit from these techniques themselves. After each presentation you will have time for reflection and discussion in complete privacy with your spouse. The next Retrouvaille Weekend will take place in Port Elizabeth from 24-26 April 2026.  For confidential information about Retrouvaille visit our website at www.helpourmarriage.com, or to register for the next weekend please click here or phone 072 783 6785 and we will gladly help you.
 

St Augustine’s Cathedral Jubilee Dinner: St Augustine’s Cathedral, the mother church of our diocese turns 160 this year in April. To make this occasion special, with a number of different celebrations, beginning with a Jubilee Dinner on Friday, 17th April 2026 at 7:00pm. This will be followed by a solemn Jubilee Mass on Sunday, 19th April 2026 at 09:30am , as we give thanks to God for the past and pray for God’s blessings for the generations to come. Due to limited space, only 100 tickets are available for the Jubilee Dinner at R200.00 per person. Bookings and payments can be made via the parish office on 041 585 2161 or via what’s app on 072 628 1826 or email on staugustines.pe@cdpe.co.za. Places are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Engaged Encounter Weekend: Our Diocese will be hosting an Engaged Encounter Weekend, on 9 to 10 May 2026. The weekend is intended for engaged couples who wish to get married in the next 8 months. The Catholic Engaged Encounter weekend is a retreat for couples preparing for marriage within the Catholic tradition. The primary goal is to strengthen the couple’s bond and understanding of each other as they prepare for marriage, all within a supportive Catholic Christian context. This weekend aims to provide a foundation for a strong, faith-centred marriage. Click here to register.