Diocese of Kokstad

Catholic Diocese of Kokstad with Pondoland, Central and Matatiele Deaneries. Under the care of His Excellency, Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM

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With grateful hearts, the Diocese of Kokstad celebrates the birthday of Rev Fr Talente Johannes Nomatshila, thanking God for the gift of his life.

May the Lord bless him with abundant grace, strength, and joy as he continues to serve God’s people with dedication and love.

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Special Offer | Avis Car Rentals

The Diocese of Kokstad, together with its parishioners, can now enjoy 5% OFF on Avis Car Rentals across all fleet groups (excluding the Luxury Group).

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MARIA TELGTE PILGRIMAGE

His Excellency, Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM, warmly invites all clergy, religious, and lay faithful to the Maria Telgte Pilgrimage on 13–14 Sept 2025.

In this Jubilee Year, we journey together as Pilgrims of Hope with Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows.

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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Please be informed that, following consultation with the KODPAC Executive, His Excellency Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM has set a new date for this year’s Kokstad Diocesan Pastoral Council (DPC) Annual General Meeting (AGM).

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[MTHATHA Floods Appeal] His Excellency Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM writes to appeal for your contributions to assist the victims of the devastating floods in the Mthatha area.

"Blessed is the hand that gives" (Acts 20:35).

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The Diocese of Kokstad, together with the Mbeki and Nomatshila families, cordially invite you to the Priestly Ordination of their sons, Dcn Azola William Mbeki and Dcn Talente Johannes Nomatshila by His Excellency Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM

📅 28 June 2025
⏲️ 10AM

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Diocese of Kokstad | Chrism Mass 2025

His Excellency, Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM invites all clergy, religious, and lay faithful to the Chrism Mass and Renewal of Priestly Vows on April 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Kokstad.

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St. Patrick's Cathedral Centenary Celebrations Closing | 21 March 2025

Follow the interview with Radio Veritas on DSTV channel 870 tomorrow at 18h30, Kati Dijane is in conversation with KODPAC Secretary as part of the build-up to the Friday event.

#StPatricksDay
#Jubilee2025

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Today, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or the Feast Day of Saint Patrick, the Patron Saint of the Diocese of Kokstad ☘️.

Happy Feast of St. Patrick!

#FeastDay

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The Diocese of Kokstad is joining the world in remembering and celebrating the 12th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis.

While praying for his speedy recovery, we recall with gratitude the start of his Pontificate.

Happy 12th Pontificate Anniversary, Pope Francis!

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All You Need to Know!

St. Patrick's Cathedral Centenary Celebrations Closing - 21 March 2025:

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His Excellency Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM sends a message of condolence to the families of the victims of the Lusikisiki mass shooting.

Bishop Thulani is in Rome for Synod of Bishops.

#PrayForLusikisikiVictims

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All are invited and encouraged to attend the Diocesan Pilgrimage at Maria Telgte under the theme "Mary, Mother of Sorrows, help us to journey together by carrying our Crosses."

NB: No Masses at Parishes on the weekend of 14th-15th September 2024.

#MariaTelgte2024

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Ayibonan'eTelgte!

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Rev. Fr. Richard L. Abbaeyel Kugbeh-Kasins' Vigil Mass will be held today, 04th August 2024 at 18:00, presided by His Excellency Bishop Sithembele Anton Sipuka of Mthatha and SACBC President.

This Mass is open to all.

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We honour our dear Rev. Fr. Richard L. Abbaeyel Kugbeh-Kasin, who will be laid to rest on Monday, 05th of August 2024.

“Ego sum resurrectio et vita”
“I am the resurrection and the life” John 11:25

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Happy Feast Day to our CMM brothers, His Excellency Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM, and Rev. Fr. Sbusiso Mkhize CMM together with St Anne's Sodality.

"It shall be called Mariannhill" Abbot Francis Pfanner 1882. (Mary + Ann + Hill).

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Novena to St. Patrick Day 1: 08 March 2024 at 6:30 am

Sr. Nomveliso Theodora Mbanjwa LSMI leads us as we pray for the Diocese of Kokstad.

#StPatrickPrayForUs
#100YearsOfCommunityServingHumanity #17March2024 #HisGracesAreMadeNewEachDay

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St. Patrick's Cathedral Centenary Celebrations | 17 March 2024

His Excellency Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa CMM has approved the official logo to mark this year's Centenary. In the coming days, an explanation of the meaning of the logo will be provided to the public.