ABOUT ST FRANCIS XAVIER
St. Francis Xavier Parish was one of the first successful mission stations to be established in the Vicariate of Natal, now the Archdiocese of Durban.
The mission was established in 1878. A number of liberated slaves and other labourers had settled on the Bluff eking out a precarious living as fishermen. One of the prominent people at the mission at the time was the catechist, Saturnino do Valle, who had arrived about 1872.
Parish Organisation
Formation
Our Catholic formation is a lifelong process of deepening faith and preparing individuals for a more significant role in the Church and the world. It's more than just acquiring knowledge; it encompasses spiritual, human, intellectual, and pastoral development, ultimately leading to a more profound relationship with God and a greater ability to serve others..............................................................
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Liturgy
Our Catholic Church, liturgy is the structured, public worship of God, encompassing the official rites, ceremonies, prayers, and sacraments. It's a communal celebration of the Paschal Mystery, Christ's passion, death, resurrection, and ascension, and God's plan for salvation. Liturgy is not private, but rather a public, shared act of worship that expresses the faith of the Church as a community.
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Groups & Associations
Our Catholic organizations and associations serve various roles within the Church, from providing social services to fostering spiritual growth. These groups include lay organizations, religious orders, and movements that support specific areas of ministry..........................................................................................................................................................................................
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Social Awareness
The foundation of all Catholic Social Teaching is the inherent dignity of the human person, as created in the image and likeness of God. The Church, therefore, calls for Integral Human Development, which concerns the wellbeing of each person in every dimension: economic, political, social, ecological, and spiritual..........................................................................
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Youth Groups
Our Catholic Youth Groups are organized programs within parishes or dioceses that offer various activities and events to young people, aiming to foster faith, fellowship, and service within the Catholic Church. They provide opportunities for teens and young adults to deepen their relationship with God, engage in spiritual growth, and connect with others who share their faith.
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Parish Team
Our Catholic parish team encompasses various individuals who work together to support the parish priest and lead the community. This can include lay leaders, ordained deacons, religious, and staff, all contributing to the parish's ministry and operations..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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Recent Bulletins
Bulletin Dedication of Lateran Basilica Year C 9-Nov-2025
Bulletin Dedication of Lateran Basilica Year C 09-Nov-2025
Bulletin 30th Sunday Year C 26-October-2025
Bulletin 30th Sunday Year C 26-Oct-2025
Bulletin 29th Sunday Year C 19-Oct-2025
Bulletin 29th Sunday Year C 19-Oct-2025