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Happy retirement to our Dean of Studies

Well, it’s been quite a journey, these past few years! When most people, at around 60 or so, are thinking of slowing down, I had to “up my game”, as Bishop Garth ap- pointed me Dean of Studies. Initially this PAGE 3 was part-time, then two years later full- FROM THE time. Thus, since 2008 I have served in BISHOP’S DESK this capacity.

These have been exciting years as the Team – colleagues working with me in the Fellow- ship of Vocation, Central Tutorial Days, Post Ordination Training, Continuing Ministerial Education, and Lay Training arenas, sought to offer creative and substantial guid- PAGE 4 ance for those involved. I am grateful for CHRISM MASS AT the foundations laid for TEFT by Frs John ST GEORGE’S Stubbs and Karl Groepe. I am appreciative CATHEDRAL of the support and fellowship of colleagues who have worked tirelessly and selflessly in all the sectors of TEFT.

I must acknowledge the particular role Brigette Moses played as Administrator un- til she was redeployed due to the restruc- turing of the Diocesan Office. Brigette was PAGE 5 like a “mother” to anyone and everyone UCT HONOURS who came to the office. She “connected” FELLOW ANGLICAN with TEEC and other organisations as- sociated with TEFT. She was the voice of welcome, help, information, reason, and guidance to many who phoned or visited. Thank you Brigette; blessings be upon you.

To everyone at , thanks for the fellowship and fun.

I want to thank my colleagues in the wider PAGE 6 Diocese for their fellowship over the years, AD LAOS: for electing me as Canon, and for the many ARCHBISHOP THABO invitations to share in the ministry of Word SPEAKS and Sacraments. This has been an unal- loyed joy, for it has enabled me to engage first hand with what is happening in the Diocese and to work with some dedicated FAITH JOURNEY: Top - The Most Revd Thabo Makgoba, the Rt Revd and effective people at the coal-face of and the Ven Horace Arenz lay hands of prayer on the ministry. Good things are happening even Revd Dr Jim Harris. Bottom - Father Jim, his wife Jeanette and fam- though they are not often seen or heard of. ily with Archbishop Thabo and Bishop Garth at his Diocesan farewell PAGE 7 held at Zonnebloem Chapel on 25th March 2015. continues on page 2 MRS CECELIA Photos: Rebecca Malambo ERFORT TURNS 100!

VOL 65VOL NO. 6303 NO. 05 FIRST FIRST PUBLISHED PUBLISHED 20 20DECEMBER DECEMBER 1950 1950 MARCH 2013 MAY 2015 Page 2 THE GOOD HOPE MAY 2015

CLASSIFIEDS Editorial THE GOOD HOPE ‘Shalom’: Peace be unto you! Editor: Rebecca Malambo The word peace signifies harmony, reconciliation and concord among other. Jesus said he would not Address: give us the peace of the world as it is inconsist- The Good Hope ent. Instead He promised the Peace of God which PO Box 1932, CONSTANTIABERG is the essence of salvation, safety, tranquility and FUNERAL HOME wholeness. What more can we ask for? We have Cape Town 8000 Tel: 021 469 3766 Preferential prices. an obligation to continue the work of Jesus in our witness and worship. Our country is experiencing Fax: 021 465 1571 24 hour service unrest through xenophobic violence and campaigns High ethical standards as member of for the removal of apartheid- era statues. Many peo- E-mail address: National Funeral Directors Assoc SA ple are silent on both accounts but we as Christians [email protected] have an obligation to spread the Good News and be 85 Kenilworth Road, Kenilworth like Mary Magdalene who became the Apostle to the Printed by: (cnr Rosmead Avenue) Apostles. We can’t be silent. 021 671 2400 Love and Light, Rebecca Alan Lindhorst

Tony Wyllie & Co. EVENTS AND NOTICES Funeral Home FUNDRAISING the three Dioceses (Cape Town, Personal and Dignified Masked Ball: St George’s Silvertown will and Saldanha Bay). Save the date, 6th 24 hour service host the above at the Athlone Civic Centre June 2015. More information to follow. on 15th May 2015. The band in attend- 469 Voortrekker Rd ance will be Cool Sounds and the price is Retreats at Riversong Cottage Villiersdorp: Need to rest, reflect and be refreshed? (Vil- Maitland R100 per ticket. The dress code is smart. liersdorp, only 115 km from CT) Oppor- Tel: 021 593 8820 The ball commences with a cheese and wine in the foyer from 19h00 - 01h00. tunities for: Stillness - to “be”, listen and Bring your own xyz and platter. For more pray. Safe space to talk and share. Spir- 48 Main Rd information contact the parish office at itual Companionship /Direction, Walks and 021 633 3915. sleep. Absorbing beauty, and bird watch- Tel: 021 788 3728 ing. Come away for a Quiet Day or a few Car boot sale: St Cyprians, Retreat will be quiet days on your own, with a friend, or as member of the NFDA hosting the above each month from 08h00 a small group. Contact: Chris and Donella - 13h30. The charge is R50 per space. The Young Email: allyoung@.co.za next date is 30th May 2015. For more in- Website: www.riversongretreats.co.za formation contact Craig at 0823231799. Facebook: Retreats at Riversong Cottage Anglican Prayer Beads Landline: 028 8400841 Wonderful gift! Call Marlene at Green Anglican Carnival: a joint event for 072 841 7421 for more information.

Happy Retirement to our Dean of Studies from page 1

To Bishop Garth, Archbishop Thabo, and members of Chapter, it has been a privilege to serve with you at this level. It has been so instructive and I learned so much from you all.

To my family, thanks for “releasing” me over the years for this work. To God be the glory.

And what’s the future? I’m doing some teaching, helping where I can with services (I have a PTO), and taking the occasional tour to wine es- tates. So, not too busy but not twid- dling my thumbs either!

- The Revd Dr Jim Harris

Psalm 145:9 “The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all His creation.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 3

From the Bishop’s Desk “Becoming a Word of God” Easter Paradox: As we continued Quiet Day at Schoenstatt our joyful Easter celebrations focus- sing on the post-resurrection ap- On Thursday 9th April 2015, Bishop Chris- pearances of our risen Lord, I found topher Gregorowski led a Quiet Day for the myself unable to shake off the nag- Diocesan and Bishopscourt Staff. He beauti- ging dismay and perplexity I felt as the statistics of fully unfolded the Resurrection in the Gospel the carnage on our South African roads once again of John allowing us to listen, reflect and think painted its horrific annual picture. Nearly 300 peo- deeply. ple perished in what, for the most, were probably avoidable “accidents”. Despite all the appeals, We were challenged to listen to God’s voice warnings and campaigns around road safety, this is and hear Him by receiving His blessing and about 100 more than in 2014. So while we joyfully hearing His call at Schoenstatt – the House of sang our Alleluias and announced that “Christ has Prayer. We were given the freedom to walk in risen from the dead,” thereby inviting the world to the garden and be still, allowing God to come join us in celebration and thanksgiving, in at least as He chooses to come, and opening ourselves 300 South African homes the dark clouds of sorrow so that we can recognize Him. and grief resulting from the untimely and unneces- sary death of loved ones hovered heavily, providing little cause for joy and celebration. At His Resurrection Jesus revealed himself to A paradox indeed. At the time when the gospel calls us to celebrate and affirm life, so his disciples – the ones he loved. He appeared many have again been forced to deal with the cold, harsh reality of death. I kept asking to John in his simplicity; to Mary Magdalene in myself, “Why, what can WE do? – How can WE make a difference so that the carnage her grief and to His disciples in various ways. on our roads, especially at times like Easter, is stopped?” We were challenged whether we are ready to recognize Jesus especially when at our great- Firstly, despite the gloomy scenario depicted in my reflections NOTHING, not even the est need. truth of this paradox, can negate the reality and power of the Easter message that stands at the very heart of our Christian faith. Through his suffering, death and resurrection The Quiet Day was thought provoking and al- Christ has overcome and conquered every circumstance, challenge, tragedy or loss we lowed us to use our senses in our quiet time. The sense of sight and sound were prominent may be confronted by. We should not ever allow our sense of awareness and compas- in the creation around us. With squirrels play- sion towards those caught in the grip of such pain and loss to be dulled by the repetitive ing in the trees, birds chirping and the beauty regularity of such statistics. As God’s Easter people we can, and must, hold out to others and calmness of Schoenstatt – what a privi- the message of our Lord’s compassionate love, of hope instead of despair, joy instead of lege it was! sorrow and life instead of death. The empty tomb and the wounded hands and side of the risen Christ enables us to believe and declare this with confidence. The Gospel of John reveals that we do indeed live by faith and not by sight. We as Christians Secondly, we must all, whether motorist or pedestrian, consider our own behaviour and have an obligation to share the Good News habits as road users to ensure that it is consistent with the lifestyle expected of those and become a Word of God. Jesus defeated who claim to honour, reverence and respect human life because it is gifted to all of us death and began a new creation so that we by our Creator God. Yes, I am saying that good, careful driving and use of our roads is can have eternal life. part and parcel of our Christian responsibility. I am often horrified by how “jay-walking” has become the norm in our city! Also, with more young people than ever before now Thank you Bishop Christopher for opening our driving and owning vehicles, it should be incumbent on us as the faith community to eyes and for encouraging us that through our quite deliberately draw their attention to these life threatening issues, while encouraging spirits we consent to God’s work. them to adopt sound Christian attitudes as part of our approach to responsible citizenry. Every thoughtful, considerate and most of all law-abiding decision by all of us who are - Rebecca Malambo road-users can dramatically change these statistics. By always driving cautiously and safely we will demonstrate our choice to respect and celebrate life rather than toying with death. A prayer before setting off: “Lord God you taught us to love you and to love our neighbour as ourselves, Give to all who use our roads consideration and care for self and others; that death and injury may come to no one, And that all who travel may do so in safety, peace and joy; through him who is the way, the truth and the life, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (adapted from “Prayers for Today’s Church”).

TIME AWAY: Marion and I leave for Richmond USA on 24 May to attend the 6th Con- sultation of African and N. American Bishops being hosted by the Bishop of Virginia from 26-31 May. As part of my 2month sabbatical during June and July we have sched- uled a visit to Marion’s family in Toronto and a final week in New York before returning home on 15 June. I will officially return to the office on 4 August. Your prayers for us especially as we travel will be appreciated. Be assured of my continuing prayers and love for you all.

Every blessing. Yours in Christ The Rt Revd Garth Counsell

“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, all whose thoughts are fixed on You.” Isaiah 26:3 Page 4 THE GOOD HOPE MAY 2015 Chrism Mass at St George’s Cathedral

Renewal of Ordination Vows and the Blessing of the Oils: on Maundy Thursday, 2 April 2015, the clergy in our diocese gathered at St George’s Cathedral for the Chrism Mass. They also bid farewell to the Revd Dr Jim Harris who has since retired. Photos: The Revd Shaun Cozett

Archbishop’s Education Endowment Fund For Theological Education

Please support the Archbishop’s Education Endowment Fund for Theological Education so that we can continue to train priests for the future of our church. If you would like to contribute to the training of priests and the future of our diocese, please consider a donation to the Archbishop’s Education Endownment Fund. We would like to thank St George’s Cathedral, Church of the Resurrection and an anonymous donor for the donations.

The total now stands at R1 193 716.

Bank: Standard Bank Branch Code: Thibault Square COTT Graduation: Left to Right - The Revds Shaun Cozett, Ronald Dias Branch Number: 02090900 and Nobuntu Mageza are pictured with the Revd Vicentia Kgabe the new Account Number: 070332428 rector of Cott at their graduation on 18th March 2015. The Revd Nobuntu Contact: Tony Toms [email protected] is based at Bishopscourt as PA to Archbishop Thabo Makgoba. Photo: The Revd Rene August

Romans 5:1 “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 5 A striving for perfection Resource to assist UCT honours fellow Anglican churches with responding to requests at the door Wilson in the art of rock sampling. He Tuesday March 24 also offers his services to the Universi- saw the launch of ties of the and Stellen- the book, “When the bosch. He was assigned to work with Doorbell Rings”. This a very rare piece of mineral from the valuable resource for Apollo 11 moon samples. Through his churches was pro- work, scientists were able to deter- duced by The Ware- mine the approximate age of this lunar house in response to planet (between 3 and 5 billion years the challenges faced old). “I am the only South African who by church secretar- was given this opportunity and man- ies and receptionists aged to get data from it. I have no as they respond to formal qualifications but passion and people coming to the heart.” church for help. The book consists of four His interest in rocks started at a young parts: age. He grew up in Kirstenbosch where he was surrounded by nature A JOB WELL DONE! Left to Right Part 1: is addressed to “the Keeper of the Gate,” that and could explore every day but in the David Wilson receives a bronze medal person who answers the door and is the first to face the 1960’s due to the apartheid laws, his from UCT Vice Chancellor, Dr Max people needing help. It deals with the balance between family were forcibly removed and sent Price. responding with compassion while protecting one’s to . “We were dumped in own needs, and includes tips on how to say “no”, how the concrete jungle known as Manen- David Wilson, an Anglican from Grassy to avoid being patronising, and how to discern God’s berg and my exploring came to a halt. Park, received a bronze medal from heart in each situation. the ’s (UCT) I moved to after the 1976 riots and still live there for more than Vice Chancellor, Dr Max Price. He re- Part 2: is aimed at church leadership. It provides ideas 38 years,” he said. ceived the award for his exceptional for supporting the front-of-house person and for draw- contribution to the university in the ing the whole church into a unified response to needs Mr Wilson worships and is actively in- Department of Geological Sciences for that arise, by developing guidelines that are consistent volved at Good Shepherd, Grassy Park. the past 45 years. and of which everyone is aware. He is married to Georgina and they have three children and two grand- The medal was an acknowledge- Part 3: provides some practical tools for enhancing sons. His dream has always been to ment as over the years Mr Wilson has this ministry, including ideas for developing a resource be part of St Saviour’s Claremont; shaped, improved, polished and per- directory of your neighbourhood. fected a range of geological material Good Shepherd Protea; Coventry Ca- thedral and the Cross of Nails. “This is placing samples of these onto glass Part 4: contains two forms for your use; one for devel- where my roots are and I would love to slides. This has resulted in students oping your directory, and the other for keeping records travel to Coventry one day.” and scientists being able to work and of interactions with people who come for help. view specimens of rock from all an- “I’ve had my struggles as a man of col- gles. He specializes in creating sliced The book is available in two formats; a pdf version that our in a predominatly white university. samples of rocks that reveal the crys- can be downloaded and printed yourself, and a printed Transformation at the university as a tal structures. He has also worked manual in a ring-binder. The ring-binder enables you whole is a slow process. My work in with material from the ceramic used to add your own notes and ideas, so that the book the Department of Geological Sciences in biomedical engineering to fossilized becomes a working manual. dinosaur bones. “It took me more than has at many times been overshadowed by my superiors who took credit for my 20 years to achieve this goal. When We will be having a mini-launch on Saturday 9 May, contributions over the 40 years. I hope I’m faced with a problem I try and find 10h00-12h00, at The Warehouse, 12 Plantation Rd, the future will hold more promise for a way around it. Geological Scientists Wetton as part of our monthly Justice Saturday. Copies men and women of colour so that they regard my standard of work as world of “When the Doorbell Rings” will be available on that can be recognized and supported.” class.” His name has been listed in date at a cost of R70. several academic publications. He enjoys his interaction with the stu- For more details contact The Warehouse on 021- dents and encourages all Anglican stu- From humble beginnings as a cleaner 7611168, e-mail [email protected] or visit our dents at the University of Cape Town at the university in 1970 when he was Facebook page or website: www.warehouse.org. 18 years old, Mr Wilson worked his to fellowship with UCT’s Chaplaincy from 13h00 – 13h30 on Thursdays. way up to Senior Technical Officer. It - Colleen Saunders was by chance that he got involved with the Department of Geological - Rebecca Malambo Sciences. Professors Mona Mathias and John Gurney, formally trained Mr

“Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see - how good God is. Blessed are you who run to Him.” Psalm 34:8 Page 6 THE GOOD HOPE MAY 2015 To the Laos: Archbishop Thabo Makgoba reflects

their families and support them in their voca- extremist groups on our continent. tion as together you lead God’s mission to and in the world. The Dean reminds us that the Cathedral’s roof tiles are slowly avalanching down. He needs By the time you read this, Lungi and I will help – in the form of about R20 million to fix have hosted the clergy and some of their the roof. So we have decided to consolidate spouses at our annual archdeaconry teas at our resources, our energies and the talents of Bishopscourt. These are simple occasions all our Anglican communities under one ban- both for fellowship and also to say that our ner, and are launching the #Underoneroof clergy matter and are special. campaign to raise the money. Please support the mother church of our Diocese in these ef- The Rhodes statue has been taken down forts. If you know of any possible benefactors, from its plinth at the University of Cape please let me know so that we may approach Town. In my response, I called for the energy them for help. Details are on the campaign being poured into this and other protests to website: https://www.underoneroof.co.za/ be harnessed into a creative, society-wide drive for real transformation. If the debate In May, I will travel to Trinity Parish, Wall is not guided and allowed to happen in an Street, in New York for the formal installation open and Resurrection-focussed spirit (in the of the new Rector, where I will share more sense that we can be fearless, knowing that about the E-Reader project in an attempt to nothing is beyond Christ’s reach), it may po- mobilise resources for it. The University of larise communities unnecessarily. In my ser- the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, an institu- mon at the Easter Vigil at the Cathedral and tion with deep roots in , will also in my audio reflection on Easter, you can find award me an honorary degree. the theological and biblical framework of why I am making that call. (See my blog: http:// Finally, I commend to you the call of bish- archbishop.anglicanchurchsa.org/) ops across the Anglican Communion who are This year we as the clergy of the Diocese re- concerned about climate change. We urged newed our vows during the Chrism Mass on Please engage and guide the debate in your you, as you intervene for God’s people in their Maundy Thursday at the Cathedral. It was own communities, or at least inform your- pain and mobilise to give them hope, also to indeed a happy time spent together in Holy selves and share your stories with others. remember to pray and act to conserve the en- Week, and I have included the homily I de- We are commanded to go and tell the Good vironment. You can find links to our call from livered there in a letter to the people of our News, as you will hear again and again dur- here:http://archbishop.anglicanchurchsa. Province. ing the Sundays of Easter through until Pen- org/2015/03/now-is-time-for-prayer-and-ac- tecost. tion-on.html Please also recycle your waste, You can read it on my blog at: http://arch- and fast for the environment on one day a bishop.anglicanchurchsa.org/2015/04/to- Please continue to pray for an end to gang month. laos-to-people-of-god-easter-2015.html violence in Manenberg. Pray for an end to es- calating violence and the killing of Christians, Christ is risen! Alleluia ! Please continue to pray for your clergy and allegedly by ISIS in the Middle East and by +Thabo Cape Town

Archbishop Thabo calls for ‘creative, society-wide’ campaign for change after #RhodesHasFallen Archbishop Thabo Makgoba called on Friday, 10th April 2015, for the energy behind campaigns for the removal of colonial and apartheid-era statues to be harnessed “into rigorous self-examination and action to expand the current campaigns into a creative, so- ciety-wide drive for real transformation.” He was responding in Cape Town to the removal of a statue of the British colonial politician and empire-builder, Cecil John Rhodes, from a central position on the campus of the University of Cape Town. Its removal followed a vigorous student-led campaign which became defined by its Twitter hashtag, #RhodesMustFall. Archbishop Thabo said in a statement:

“The campaign against symbols of the injustice of our past, along with service delivery protests and public outrage over corruption, reflect the anger of South Africans at the inequalities that continue to plague us.

“From students to unemployed youth on the streets, from the middle-classes to women struggling to make ends meet in township homes, South Africans are tired of our collective failure to improve all our people’s lives for the better.

“We must harness the energy being poured into protest into rigorous self-examination and action to expand the current campaigns into a creative, society-wide drive for real transformation.

James 5:16 “The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 7 Mrs Cecelia Erfort celebrated her centenary at All Saints Lansdowne I came to know Mrs Cecelia Erfort in 1978 often telephone me wanting to know the lat- when I became acquainted with All Saints est issues in education. She would also give Church Lansdowne. I courted a parishioner one valuable advice as to how one should there Bridget Gordon (now my wife). Mrs Er- go about solving a problem in education. I fort was a very active member of both the was very fortunate to be at her 100th birth- Mother’s Union for 70 years and the Angli- day celebration on Saturday 4 April 2015 can Women’s Fellowship (AWF) for 35 years. held at the All Saints Church Lansdowne She was a star performer in many plays the Parish Centre in Denver Road at 15h00. It AWF staged. I vividly remember her beauti- was held there because of the significance ful song rendition of Alice in Wonderland that of the Hall to her. She was also affected by brought thunderous applause from audiences the Group Areas Act that saw hundreds of at All Saints and St Aidan’s Churches in Lans- people moved out of Lansdowne to areas un- downe. She took a keen interest in education. known to them. She was an ex-student of Livingstone High in Claremont. The school celebrated its 89th Her eldest grandson referred to her as a per- anniversary this year. She must rank as one son with strong values and as a principled of the oldest surviving Livingstonians. person. He said that in the time we are living he was glad that his grandmother instilled I have no doubt that her passion for educa- these values in them because values endure tion resulted in her children and grandchil- forever. When Father Gradwell Fredericks dren becoming teachers, medical doctors, spoke, Mama Cellie (as she was known civil engineers, journalists and other careers. to many of us ) interrupted his speech and seek you be joyful and glad because of you: jokingly said: “Did you say something good Let those who love your salvation say always: I remember her for the manner in which she about me.” I was amazed at the strength of The Lord is great.” Mrs Cecelia Erfort is one spoke. Her English was impeccable and one her voice when she read Psalm 40 and her of my signposts in the road of life. Long may always had to be on guard for new words she English was impeccable as ever. Verse 20 she live. brought to one’s vocabulary. She would emphasised her belief in God “Let all who - Brian Isaacs

Church of the Holy Spirit put their faith in action

Mnandi Resort: On the 1st March 2015 , the Church of the Holy Spirit, Heideveld held a family day outing to the Mnandi Resort. With 6 buses filled with parishioners, a delightful day was had by everyone. The day started with an open air Eucharist, followed by a day of relaxing and swimming. Father Mark doing the rounds of visiting all parishioners at their camp sites, was offered eats at all stops, resulting in him being unable to eat his dear wife’s prepared lunch. Some of us believe that he went nil per mouth the following day, to de-tox.

Mothering Sunday : Church of the Holy Spirit celebrated Mothering Sunday on the 15th March 2015. Mothers were blessed with choc- olates, flowers and a scroll. The Simnal cake was the centre of the celebration.

Cancer Relay for Life: The Church of the Holy Spirit fielded 5 relay teams consisting of 10 to 15 members each. A blessed time was had by all participants. For 2016 double the number of teams is envisaged. - Gerald Adams

“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.” Hebrews 10:23 Page 8 THE GOOD HOPE MAY 2015 St James “Beyond Confirmation: celebrates new servers Why be a Christian?”

We arrived at Wa- ter’s Edge in Simons Town, awestruck by the spectacular views vis- ible almost everywhere around the campsite. The chemistry between the Bible Class and the Confirmation class of St Saviour’s Claremont grew rapidly and in turn contributed to a fun en- vironment.

Our days were smartly scheduled by the camp mediators so that there was an ideal balance Palm Sunday was really a day for celebration at St between leisure and James Sea point as four young servers joined our Lay learning about God. possible. We focused on is through Confirmation ministers and Revd Martin Coomer to serve at the Al- matters around sexuality that we are given an au- tar for the first time. Our camp theme was and Confirmation: “En- thentic calling by God’s “Beyond Confirmation: tering into God’s plan for authority to continue the It is sixteen years since there were servers at St James’ Why be a Christian?” our lives”. mission of Christ! altar so there was, of course, a great welcome from the Parish and an air of expectation for the future. The We felt that the Revd We honed into the three We’ve made many mem- first four young people are Darren Lesar, Colby Mat- Ashley Petersen and the sacraments of initia- ories on camp and many thews, Ashley Pienaar and Kieran Bailey. other mentors did an tion which are Baptism, of the confirmation can- exceptional job of con- the Eucharist and Con- didates are hoping to as- They are all excited at the prospect of serving and are structing good topics firmation. It is these sist with mediation. proud to be called by our Lord to this form of service. and work related issues, sacraments that work as well as making the together to immerse us - Nhlamulo Mashengete - David Bailey learning as appealing as into the Christian life. It Photo: Chelsea Davids

Archbishop Thabo warns against “spectre of revenge attacks” by African migrants

Warning against “the spectre of revenge The full text of his statement follows: are God’s people too and deserve the dig- attacks” from African migrants living in “After the attacks on African migrants in nity and protection we enjoy. This is not , Archbishop Thabo Makgo- South Africa were ended in 2008, we ubuntu, it is painful and deeply regrettable. ba of Cape Town has added his voice to hoped we had seen the end of xenophobic calls for an end to the current outbreak of conflict in our country. “I join my colleagues in the churches and xenophobic violence. “Foreigners are God’s other religious leaders in calling for an end people too and deserve the dignity and “But more than five years on, the tension to the attacks, in calling for restraint on all protection we enjoy,” he said in a state- has erupted again, people are dying again sides and in sending our condolences to ment issued in Cape Town today. and now we are seeing the spectre of re- the families of those who have died.” venge attacks from migrants. “Foreigners

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Proverbs 16:9 “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”