9TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A
INTRODUCTION:
There are many different ways of encountering God. Each one of us have met God in one way or the other. Some of us have felt the presence of God at a time of joy, others at a time of goodness from others and again others have encountered God in times of sickness and need. Even now, we have gathered here to meet our Lord in Word and Sacrament. Are we ready to meet him?
GOSPEL: MATHEW 14: 22 – 33
After he had fed the people, Jesus made the disciples get into a boat and precede him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. After doing so, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When it was evening he was there alone. Meanwhile the boat, already a few miles offshore, was being tossed about by the waves, for the wind was against it. During the fourth watch of the night, he came toward them walking on the sea. When the disciples saw him walking on the sea they were terrified. “It is a ghost,” they said, and they cried out in fear. At once Jesus spoke to them, “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” Peter said to him in reply, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and caught Peter, and said to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” After they got into the boat, the wind died down. Those who were in the boat did him homage, saying, “Truly, you are the Son of God.”
DEANERY COLLECTION FOR THE SEMINARIANS
Call By God..
Supported By You
During August a second collection will be taken up every weekend. This collection will be handed over to the Diocese on 27 August 2023. Please note that this collection is in addition to the quarterly collection of R2400. It is for the same purpose, educating our future priests. Target R10 000, collected to date R6 877.
R3 123 still to go.
Spring Dance 2023
Time: 18: 30 for 19:00
Date:09 September 2023
Venue: Regina Pacis Catholic
Church Hall
4 Victoria Road, Ladysmith
DJ IN ATTENDANCE
Ticket Price: R100 PP
Dinner Included
Lucky Ticket Draws
Many Prizes To Be Won
Bring your own Cooler Box @ R50
The Men of the parish are hosting a Spring Dance. Tickets are available. Any donation or sponsorship is appreciated. Please support this fundraiser. Contact Fr Marek, Fabian, or Trevor for more information
ST ANTONINE HOME OF THE OLD AGED
Are asking for donations in kind eg non-perishables. A list is on the porch and a box for your donations.
CHOIR PRACTICE FOR DEANERY MASS
@ Kwa-Malusi Omuhle in Steadville every Saturday from 9am to 11am until 27/08/2023.
Please attend.
SOUTHERN CROSS MAGAZINE
August Southern Cross is now available at the Parish office.
POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR AUGUST
For World Youth Day:
We pray that World Youth Day in Lisbon will help young people to live and witness the Gospel in their own lives.
SICK & ELDERLY
Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family & friends especially
Fr John–Allen Green OFM, Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Simon Zulu, Alvin Govender, Siva Naidoo, Mavis Makhubo and Fidelma Hanlon.
