Solemnity Of Christ The King

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.