Author: Jonathan

1st SUNDAY OF ADVENT

INTRODUCTION

We cannot live without hope. We are always waiting and hoping for something beautiful and enjoyable. Without hope, our lives become miserable and boring. On this first Sunday of Advent, we are invited to renew our hope in God and his promise. The word Advent means ‘coming’. We are waiting and hoping for the coming of the Lord in our midst to lead us to a great and wonderful future.

GOSPEL – Mathew 24 37 – 44

Jesus said to his disciples: “As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man.
In those days before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day that Noah entered the ark. They did not know until the flood came and carried them all away. So will it be also at the coming of the Son of Man. Two men will be out in the field; one will be taken, and one will be left. Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken, and one will be left. Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come. Be sure of this: if the master of the house had known the hour of the night when the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and not let his house be broken into. So too, you also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.”.

PUBLIC SQUARE ROSARY CRUSADE

Public Square Rosary Crusade at Hospital Park Taxi Rank near Provincial Hospital, Ladysmith on the 13/12/2025 @ 11h30 for 12h00. All are invited. For more information, please contact or WhatsApp Barbara @ 0726235550

Please be mindful of the designated parking for persons with disabilities. Even if you are late for Mass, please leave the spaces FREE for persons with genuine disabilities

HAPPY 20TH ANNIVERSARY
OF PRIESTLY ORDINATION
FR MUSA

POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR NOVEMBER

For the prevention of suicide

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

SICK & ELDERLY

Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family & friends especially:

Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Alvin Govender, Mavis Makhubo, Norman Browne, Khohli Kunene, Barbara Amod, Sebenzile Molefe, Margarida De Franca, Joyce Chetty, Netta Liebenberg, Mthokozisi Mthembu, Avenel Aarons, Siva Naidoo and Francesca Poonsamy.

November 30 2025
1st Sunday: Hope

December 7 2025
2nd Sunday: Peace

December 14 2025
3rd Sunday: Joy

December 21 2025
4th Sunday: Love

SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING

INTRODUCTION

A family or tribe may be able to trace its history back to one person, from whom all its members have their origin. In the beginning there was only that one person, then his offspring multiplied and became a huge tribe. All members of that tribe now venerate him as their founding member. In the similar way Christ is our King, because we all come from him. We celebrate today the feast of Christ the king. It is the last Sunday of the church year. We look back on this year and say: Christ is the origin of all that we experienced this year and indeed the origin of all that exists. We give him thanks today and promise faithfulness to him as our King.

GOSPEL – Luke 23: 35 – 43

The rulers sneered at Jesus and said, “He saved others, let him save himself if he is the chosen one, the Christ of God.” Even the soldiers jeered at him. As they approached to offer him wine they called out, “If you are King of the Jews, save yourself.” Above him there was an inscription that read, “This is the King of the Jews.” Now one of the criminals hanging there reviled Jesus, saying, “Are you not the Christ? Save yourself and us.” The other, however, rebuking him, said in reply, “Have you no fear of God, for you are subject to the same condemnation? And indeed, we have been condemned justly, for the sentence we received corresponds to our crimes, but this man has done nothing criminal.” Then he said,
“Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” He replied to him, “Amen, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.”

Please be mindful of the designated parking for persons with disabilities. Even if you are late for Mass, please leave the spaces FREE for persons with genuine disabilities

STUDENTS

Dear God
We bring all the students before you who will be writig exams.
We ask your Holy Spirit to guide them and give them the understanding and Knowledge that comes
only from you.
Grant them favour, and bring the information that they have studied to mind that is needed for each exam they take. Bless each student in Jesus name, we pray. Amen

May God guide your mind, calm your heart, and bless your efforts with success

FR MUSA’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF PRIESTLY ORDINATION

Let’s all Celebrate! 🙏🏻
Mass @ St Jude on 30 November @ 8am.
Bring & Share after Mass
NO Mass at Regina Pacis on Sunday 30 November.

2nd COLLECTION ISIVUNO

“Thanksgiving in the believer’s life is an acknowledgment of God’s blessings and His faithfulness”

POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR NOVEMBER

For the prevention of suicide

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

SICK & ELDERLY

Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family & friends especially:

Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Alvin Govender, Mavis Makhubo, Norman Browne, Khohli Kunene, Barbara Amod, Sebenzile Molefe, Margarida De Franca, Joyce Chetty, Netta Liebenberg, Mthokozisi Mthembu, Avenel Aarons, Siva Naidoo and Francesca Poonsamy.

ISIVUNO/THANKSGIVING

The rain last weekend kept many people away from Mass, so we will have a second collection again this weekend for your thanksgiving envelopes.

Remember that you may make a direct deposit into the parish bank account PARISH ACCOUNT

NEDBANK LADYSMITH ACC. NO 1330037359 BRANCH NO: 133025
REF: Thanksgiving.

33rd Sunday of the Year in Ordinary Time

INTRODUCTION

We are nearing the end of the church year; next Sunday will be the last Sunday of the year, the feast of Christ the King. The Sunday after next will be the first Sunday of Advent. In these last weeks of the church’s year, we reflect on the last days of the world. As Christians, we look forward to these final days and we prepare ourselves. Will we be worthy of the Lord’s coming?

GOSPEL – Luke 21 5 – 19

While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said, “All that you see here– the days will come when there will not be left a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down.” Then they asked him, “Teacher, when will this happen? And what sign will there be when all these things are about to happen?” He answered, “See that you not be deceived, for many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he,’ and ‘The time has come.’ Do not follow them! When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for such things must happen first, but it will not immediately be the end.” Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be powerful earthquakes, famines, and plagues from place to place; and awesome sights and mighty signs will come from the sky. “Before all this happens, however, they will seize and persecute you, they will hand you over to the synagogues and to prisons, and they will have you led before kings and governors because of my name. It will lead to your giving testimony. Remember, you are not to prepare your defense beforehand, for I myself shall give you wisdom in speaking that all your adversaries will be powerless to resist or refute. You will even be handed over by parents, brothers, relatives, and friends, and they will put some of you to death. You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance, you will secure your lives.”

Please be mindful of the designated parking for persons with disabilities. Even if you are late for Mass, please leave the spaces FREE for persons with genuine disabilities

STUDENTS

Dear God
We bring all the students before you who will be writig exams.
We ask your Holy Spirit to guide them and give them the understanding and Knowledge that comes
only from you.
Grant them favour, and bring the information that they have studied to mind that is needed for each exam they take. Bless each student in Jesus name, we pray. Amen

May God guide your mind, calm your heart, and bless your efforts with success

ISIVUNO/THANKS GIVING

Today I give thanks
For life and love and beauty.
My heart is full of gratitude
For faith and hope and wholeness.
My life overflows
With abundance and generosity
Today I give thanks to God Almighty For the provision of all things good.

POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR NOVEMBER

For the prevention of suicide

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 22/11:    Diocesan Choral Festival in Newcastle
• 25/11    Combined Executive PPC & PFC Meeting at RPP @ 18:30

SICK & ELDERLY

Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family & friends especially:

Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Alvin Govender, Mavis Makhubo, Norman Browne, Khohli Kunene, Barbara Amod, Sebenzile Molefe, Margarida De Franca, Joyce Chetty, Netta Liebenberg, Mthokozisi Mthembu, Avenel Aarons, Siva Naidoo and Francesca Poonsamy.

“Thanksgiving in the believer’s life is an acknowledgment of God’s blessings and His faithfulness”

FEAST OF ALL SAINTS

INTRODUCTION

Today’s Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica allows us to remember the journey of the people and God’s constant and faithful care. At the same time, we are reminded today that each one of us is a “house of God” in the Risen Jesus, because the Holy Spirit dwells in each one of us.

GOSPEL – John 2: 13 -22

Since the Passover of the Jews was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. He found in the temple area those who sold oxen, sheep, and doves, as well as the money-changers seated there. He made a whip out of cords and drove them all out of the temple area, with the sheep and oxen, and spilled the coins of the money-changers and overturned their tables, and to those who sold doves he said,
“Take these out of here, and stop making my Father’s house a marketplace.” His disciples recalled the words of Scripture, Zeal for your house will consume me. At this the Jews answered and said to him, “What sign can you show us for doing this?” Jesus answered and said to them, “Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up.”
The Jews said, “This temple has been under construction for forty-six years, and you will raise it up in three days?” But he was speaking about the temple of his Body. Therefore, when he was raised from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this, and they came to believe the Scripture and the word Jesus had spoken.

ISIVUNO/THANKS GIVING

NEXT WEEKEND

“Thanksgiving in the believer’s life is an acknowledgment of God’s blessings and His faithfulness”

15 & 16 November 2025

This year we will NOT be contributing as sodalities, instead we will contribute according to occupation sector:

•Health•Education•Security Services•Police•Military
Private Sector/Business•Youth
Pensioners•Unemployed•Other

Envelopes are now available in the porch.

Please be mindful of the designated parking for persons with disabilities. Even if you are late for Mass, please leave the spaces FREE for persons with genuine disabilities

STUDENTS

Dear God
We bring all the students before you who will be writig exams.
We ask your Holy Spirit to guide them and give them the understanding and Knowledge that comes
only from you.
Grant them favour, and bring the information that they have studied to mind that is needed for each exam they take. Bless each student in Jesus name, we pray. Amen

May God guide your mind, calm your heart, and bless your efforts with success”

POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR NOVEMBER

For the prevention of suicide

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 22/11: Diocesan Choral Festival in Newcastle

SICK & ELDERLY

Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family & friends especially:

Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Alvin Govender, Mavis Makhubo, Norman Browne, Khohli Kunene, Barbara Amod, Sebenzile Molefe, Margarida De Franca, Joyce Chetty, Netta Liebenberg, Mthokozisi Mthembu, Avenel Aarons, Siva Naidoo and Francesca Poonsamy.

THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA

Giving thanks for
those who have
gone before us in faith

FEAST OF ALL SAINTS

INTRODUCTION

Today we celebrate the feast day of All Saints. It is a great feast for our whole Christian community. We remember with joy the countless multitudes of men and women, boys and girls who have gone before us to God. In our celebration today, the Lord tells us what kind of person a saint is and what people must do to become saints. There are the humble ones, the poor, the gentle, those who suffer, those who make peace, those with a pure heart, and those who suffered because they stood up against evil and injustice.

GOSPEL – Mathew 5 1 – 12 A

When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He began to teach them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God. Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you falsely because of me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven.”

ISIVUNO/THANKS GIVING

15 & 16 November 2025

Mass in the Garden of Remembrance on Monday, 3 November 2025 @ 5:30 pm

01 September to 04 October 2025

Please be mindful of the designated parking for persons with disabilities. Even if you are late for Mass, please leave the spaces FREE for persons with genuine disabilities

Fr Tony Hardiman OFM went home peacefully to God on Thursday,23 October. He was 88 years old. Born and raised in Athlone, he joined the friars in 1956 and was ordained in 1964. He spent his priestly ministry as a Franciscan missionary in South Africa and was parish priest at Steadville and Ezakheni.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.”

PARISH MISSION THEMES

THANK YOU TO FR TYRONE SAM
Thank you for sharing your wisdom and your gift of ministry with our community. We are so grateful for the time you spent with us this week.
God bless you.

POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR NOVEMBER

For the prevention of suicide

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 22/11: Diocesan Choral Festival in Newcastle

SICK & ELDERLY

Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family & friends especially:

Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Alvin Govender, Mavis Makhubo, Norman Browne, Khohli Kunene, Barbara Amod, Sebenzile Molefe, Margarida De Franca, Joyce Chetty, Netta Liebenberg, Mthokozisi Mthembu, Avenel Aarons, Siva Naidoo, and Francesca Poonsamy.

THE FEATS OF ALL SAINTS

Giving thanks for
those who have
gone before us in faith