PALM SUNDAY YEAR C
INTRODUCTION:
Today we commemorate Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. We continue to hold the palms during the reading of the Passion. In this way, we recall that many of the same people who greeted Christ with shouts of joy on Palm Sunday would call for His Death on Good Friday. A powerful reminder of our own weakness and the sinfulness that causes us to reject Christ.
At the Procession with Palms –
GOSPEL – LUKE 19: 28 – 40
Jesus proceeded on his journey up to Jerusalem. As he drew near to Bethpage and Bethany at the place called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples. He said, “Go into the village opposite you, and as you enter it you will find a colt tethered on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it here. And if anyone should ask you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ You will answer, ‘The Master has need of it.'” So those who had been sent went off and found everything just as he had told them. And as they were untying the colt, its owners said to them, “Why are you untying this colt?”
They answered, “The Master has need of it.” So they brought it to Jesus, threw their cloaks over the colt, and helped Jesus to mount. As he rode along, the people were spreading their cloaks on the road; and now as he was approaching the slope of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of his disciples began to praise God aloud with joy for all the mighty deeds they had seen. They proclaimed: “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, rebuke your disciples.” He said in reply, “I tell you, if they keep silent, the stones will cry out!”
PLEASE OBSERVE COVID19 REGULATIONS
Wear a mask during the entire Mass.
After Mass: Please sanitize your seat. sanitiser and paper towels are available in the front of the Church.
Under the Covid rules (level1) only temperatures will be checked of people attending Mass. It will not be necessary to fill in the form.
CONDOLENCES
To the Bimbrish family and friends for the loss of their loved one. May you be comforted at this time and MHSRIP
MINISTERS
Proclaimers, Sacristans and Eucharist Ministers, please check the duty roster for Easter in the porch, slight changes have been made since the last one.
The list of people who volunteered to have their feet washed on Holy Thursday is also on the porch.
EASTER TRIDUUM
14/04 LORDS SUPPER (HOLY THURSDAY) @ 19:00 AT RPP
15/04 GOOD FRIDAY @10:30AM WAY OF THE CROSS AT RPP
PASSION OF THE LORD @15:00 AT RPP
16/04 EASTER VIGIL (SATURDAY) 20:00 @RPP
17/04 EASTER SUNDAY AT RPP @ 9:00 AM, @ST JUDE 10:30AM.
MUSIC LESSONS
Will be available for children who wish to play instruments especially the keyboard and possibly a guitar. Parents however are requested to buy the instruments. For any questions, please contact Fr Marek or the Chairperson.
MENS RETREAT
May 1st is St Joseph Day, he is a Patron Saint for men.
30th of April will be the day of the retreat. All men from the age of 20 and above are invited.
Please give your name to Fabian Michael if you would like to attend
NURSES GUILD
Would like to thank parishioners who made use of their services last Sunday. 25 people had their blood sugar and blood pressure checked. TB, H.I.V and Covid test were also performed. Nurses are available for any services in the future. Whoever is interested may contact the Nurses Guild or the Chairperson and be specific about the kind of service they need.
POPE’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR APRIL
For Health Care Workers
We pray for health care workers who serve the sick and the elderly, especially in the poorest countries, may they be adequately supported by governments and local communities.
SICK & ELDERLY
Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family and friends especially:
Please pray for the sick & elderly of the parish, family and friends especially:
Harry Price, Fr John–Allen Green OFM, Mavis Sibeko, Mrs Cocciante, Nokuthula Kubheka, Penny Powell, Jean Smith, Dolly Bimbrish, Guiseppe De Simone, Rowena Norris, Simon Zulu, Nora Bharath, Avril Abraham, Alvin Govender and Sibongile Mabizela.
CHOIR PRACTICE
For Easter, songs will take place at @18:00 every Monday at RPP.
SOUTHERN CROSS MAGAZINE
April issue is now available at the Parish Office.
CATECHISM CLASSES
Are now closed and will open again on 22/04.
