Normal Mass Time Table

Tuesday - Saturday: @ 8:00

1st Friday of the month: @18:30 

Sunday: @ 7:30 and @ 9:00

Sacrament of Reconciliation: 15 Minutes prior to Mass times on appointment

Parish Council 

New PPC will be anounced as soon as finalised 

Mass Intentions

Sun: 7:30  For the Church.

9:00 For the Church.

Birthday wishes go to:   🎁🥂🎈🌹🎂

Karen Nkosi 12/21, Patricia Chadinha 12/21, Daniel Figueira 12/22 Richard M De Abreu 12/24

Readings and Readers/Proclaimers

4nd Sunday of Advent 18 Dec 22 Cycle A

Reading 1    : ISAIAH 7:10-14

Psalm           : PSALMS 24:1-6

Reading 2    : ROMANS 1:1-7

Gospel         : MATTHEW 1:18-24

7:30:   Leonardo Spinola/Malesela Masenya

9:00:   Virginia Maumbi/Carla Jardim

EMC: Athol Wright 

Intercessional Prayers

THE SEASON OF ADVENT

4th Sunday of advent

Priest:

My dear friends, in this time of preparation we remember how Mary believed in God completely, took his Word to her heart and became the mother of our Saviour. Let us pray to God that the men and women of our time will receive Christ in faith and love.

Proclaimer;

Deepen the faith of your people and help us all to pray: 'Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven'. Lord, hear us.

R: Lord, graciously hear us

Give salvation to this world of ours and let men see your Christ as the light which shines through the darkness of sin. Lord, hear us.

R: Lord, graciously hear us

Grant that we may recognise Christ, when he comes to us in those who need our help. Lord, hear.

R: Lord, graciously hear us

Grant that children may give Christ a special welcome when he comes at Christmas time. Lord, hear us.

R: Lord, graciously hear us.

Priest:

Grant that children may give Christ a special welcome when he comes at Christmas time. Lord, hear us.

R: Amen.

Next Week

Christmas Day 25 Dec 22 Cycle A

Reading 1    : ISAIAH 52:7-10

Psalm           : PSALMS 98: 1-6

Reading 2    : HEBREWS 1:1-6

Gospel         : JOHN 1:1-18

9:00:   Maria Make/Dominic Maumbi

⚛  SAFETY WHILE ON HOLIDAY:  To all Parishioners who are away and travelling, during this holiday season we wish a blessed time with family and friends and a safe journey. Hope to see you all rested, on your return 

⚛ CATECHISM:  In order to provide the best catechism for our children, we need committed and inspired catechists to offer their services in our Church. Should you feel you want to be part of this team, please contact Lorne Newing, our Catechism Coordinator. Registration of children will start early next year, thank you to all parents for your cooperation.  

⚛       THANKS GIVING CELEBRATION: Last Sunday we had a wonderful celebration, after the 09:00 am. Mass. Thank you to all who attended, contributed, shared and helped in any way to make this day as joyful as it was.  We had a lot of fun but above all we thank Father Shibu and our Father in Heaven for all the Blessings we received throughout 2022. Thank you for special donations made to our parish. All donations can be placed in an envelope and handed in with offertory.

⚛ SECOND COLLECTION, BISHOPS ADVENT APPEAL:  The second collection, every Sunday of Advent, is for the upkeep of retired clergy in our Archdiocese.

⚛ GROTTO & WALL OF REMEMBERANCE PROJECT: The improvements to this area has commenced and we are excited to see the completed work. There are envelopes at the entrance of the Church, we humbly ask for donations towards this project.

                  ADVENT/CHRISTMAS PROGRAM:

  18/12/22 –  15:00, Decorating Christmas tree all welcome to help.

                 –  18:30 Carols singing in the hall, bring and share tea and cake.

  24/12/22 -   21;15  Carols singing.

                     22:00  Mass.

  25/12/22 -   09:00  Mass.

⚛ REPOSITORY/ROSARIES: Icons are available for purchase. Please ask Margaret or Lionete if you need anything new.

New Pastoral Plan Booklet now available at R20-00 as well as Joy of the Gospel Reflections for 2023 at R100 a copy. The Liturgical Calendar for 2023 is also available at R30-00 each.

⚛ SHARING IS CARING: As the economic situation is getting worse in our country the need for help in our parish is growing. Please speak to Father Shibu or Margaret if you need help with food. We urge all parishioners to help by bringing any non-perishable food next week. Thank you for your generosity.

⚛ FOR SAFETY REASONS ALL

PARISHIONERS SHOULD BE ON TIME.  The gates will be locked as soon as Mass starts  and will only be opened once all parishioners has exited the church.. Please be vigilant.