FEAST OF THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD

FEAST OF THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD

INTRODUCTION:

The Transfiguration of Jesus was meant to strengthen the faith of his disciples. From the earliest centuries, the Christian Church has emphasized the centrality of the Transfiguration of the Lord Jesus Christ. Our experience of our own life in the Lord – and in His Church – is only the beginning of what is to come in the kingdom.

GOSPEL: MATHEW 17: 1 – 9

Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him. Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, “Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice that said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate and were very much afraid. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, “Rise, and do not be afraid.” And when the disciples raised their eyes, they saw no one else but Jesus alone. As they were coming down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, “Do not tell the vision to anyone until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”

CHOIR PRACTICE FOR DEANERY MASS

@ Kwa-Malusi Omuhle in Steadville on Saturdays for the next 3 weeks from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Please attend.

AUGUST MONTH OF THE SEMINARIANS

Call By God..
Supported By You

The month of August is for Seminarians, so we will have a second collection every weekend during August. Please note that this collection is in addition to the quarterly collection of R2400.
It is however for the same purpose, educating our future priests.

NGOME PILGRIMAGE

Regina Pacis Pilgrimage to Ngome Marian Shrine – Tabernacle Of The Most High

Date: 1 – 3 December 2023

There haven’t been enough bookings, for the Pilgrimage, so different options are available to all who would like to go.

• Option 1: Those who have already paid for food, accommodation, meals & transport will have to review the mode of transport as there are not enough bookings to fill a bus, so we can’t cover the cost of the bus.
• Option 2: Those who would like to use the transport available but book their own accommodation (with or without meals at the shrine facilities).
• Option 3: Those who would prefer to use their own transport, their own accommodation, and provide their own meals.
• Meals at the shrine facilities must be pre-booked.  You cannot arrive on the day & expect a meal if you have not booked.  Please book through the parish office.
• Breakfast 7H30 @ R105
• Lunch 12H00 @ R130
• Supper Fri 18H00 & Sat 17H30 @ R120 each

Please note that everyone who is going still needs to register at the Parish even if you choose Option 3.

ST ANTONINE HOME OF THE OLD AGED

Are once again asking for donations in kind eg food, cleaning materials, Savlon, Vaseline, toothpaste etc.
The box will be on the porch.

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.

WORLD YOUTH DAY

Tue 1 Aug to Sun 6 Aug

All elderly & youth on Sunday 6 August 2023 to honour Our Lady at 8 am RPP and 10 am St Jude. Please bring flowers to