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YPM hosts Social Media Workshop at St Peter’s Mowbray

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The Diocesan Young People’s Ministry Council pre- The meeting concluded, confirming that social media sented a Social Media workshop at St Peter’s Anglican is an excellent tool to utilise to promote and commu- Church, Mowbray on 14th March 2020. The workshop nicate our messages, we should be vigilant to ensure focused on the much needed guidelines and practical protection of the our church and ourselves. ways to enhance our Church’s social media protocols. May we take this opportunity to thank the Parish of St We had a wide participation from the parish’s in the Peter’s Mowbray for their hospitality, our presenters Page 5 diocese, with a common spirit and goal. Many senti- and speakers, Abigail Hopley, Charlie, JP and the Revd ments were shared to uphold our standards, observing Chesnay Frantz who opened in prayer and expanded Claude Baron our Christian values, the Canons and the regulatory re- on the scope of the workshop. celebrates 50 years as quirements, in dealing with social media. an organist For further information and enquiries, please contact The roles of social media administrators to maintain Abigail Hopley via email on [email protected] confidentiality and security were greatly emphasised. There was an awareness placed on the protection of - Desire’ Martin (report and photography) our children and the vulnerable in our society. Empha- sis was placed on ensuring truth and transparency. Of utmost importance, was to identify the purpose of social media posts and engaging with our faith com- munity.

The pro’s and con’s of advertising on social media plat- Page 7 forms were discussed and it was identified that parishes Ma Blake celebrates should implement practical steps, guidelines and set- her 100th birthday ting boundaries so not to utilise the social media plat- forms for ulterior motives and negative messages.

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Editor: Rebecca Malambo CLASSIFIEDS EDITORIAL Address: Archbishop’s Covid-19 has gripped our lives, forcing us to slow The Good Hope down and relook our priorities. It has become a PO Box 1932, Education pandemic of fear. We need to think logically about Cape Town 8000 Endowment Fund for how to go about our daily lives while keeping a so- Theological Education cial distance. We shouldn’t be fearful, we should be Tel: 021 469 3766 cautious. Use this opportunity of ‘forced isolation’ to (In office Thursdays only 10h00-14h00) Please support the Archbishop’s focus on the people and things that matter. Fax: 021 465 1571 Education Fund so that we can continue to train priests for the E-mail address: future of our church. Thank you for Relationships are important and we need one anoth- [email protected] all donations received. If you would er more than ever. We cannot allow this pandemic to like to contribute please consider a overshadow our faith and who God is. He still reigns. donation. Now is our time to be the body of Christ to each A sum of other and to the vulnerable, even from a distance. R1 483 201.67 Lent is the period of hope. Be a hope to those who has been raised thus far. need to hear that God is not asleep. May we come

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EVENTS AND NOTICES GREYLADIES ASSOCIATION presents a May concert with vocal unity choir on 17th May 2020 at Christ Church, corner of Parish and Main Roads, Constantia. It will take place at 15h00 and tickets are R50. Refreshments will be on sale. For more information, contact Barbara on 021 671 0820 or email: [email protected] Coronavirus (Covid-19) guidelines from Archbishop :

Dear Parishioners, Clergy and Bishops However, we recognise that there are local Weneed to proclaim the Gospel, we need to I greet you all in Christ’s name. In view of the challenges, and my advice, in order of prefer- teach, we need to heal and we need to feed South African President’s announcement of ence, is the following: the multitude. As we look at the practicalities, regulations to curb the spread of the novel we need to return to our Anglican heritage of coronavirus in South Africa, I have consulted • That we keep our churches open and hold as seeking guidance from scripture, experience, with as many Bishops of the Province as possi- many services of no more than 100 as we can reason and tradition. ble in the time available and am issuing these within our parishes’ resources; and that we fol- revised guidelines to the Province. low strictly the guidance on social distancing The Season of Lent leading up to Holy Week is – keeping at least a metre apart, and for ex- about moving towards breaking through the We will not as a Province be advising the clos- ample, occupying every second row of pews. If cloud of darkness, dispelling fear and birthing ing of churches nor the suspension of services. you can’t find hand sanitizer, use soap and light; it is about bringing hope to a seemingly My own preference is that we keep our water. The key is not to forget the Lord of hopeless situation. churches open and continue to hold services. the Church as we do the work of the Church. continues on page 3

Psalm 138:6 “Though the Lord is on high, yet He regards the lowly ...”

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Dear Sisters and Brothers It is also a time, without a doubt, when our faith is being tested and we are forced to reim- President Cyril Ramapho- agine our church practices and church func- sa’s extraordinary and bold tions to think about God. World renowned address to the nation leaves us in no doubt spiritual leader, , when faced that South Africa and the world is in the grip with intractable problems in society back in of a new (novel) strain of the Coronavirus the day, often referred to God as “pure Spir- (called Covid-19) which is virulent, vicious and it.” When peppered with difficult questions deadly. The global Covid-19 pandemic has about God, he would confidently look the in- shaken the entire world like nothing before terrogator squarely in the eye and say: “I am in recent living memory. We are in a declared an - ‘Arch’ – Bishop. I know about the things state of national disaster, meaning an almost of God.” Canon John Suggit reminded us that total shutdown as in many countries around because we don’t really know what pure spirit the world, facing its gravest emergency. means it is a very good place to begin think- Praise be to God that the virus cannot hide ing about God. He called his important little like yesteryear and cause panic as an invisible booklet on the subject, “Mysterious Reality. malevolent force invading society and killing God, the world and ourselves in the light of people indiscriminately. Thank God through Richard Dawkins’ ‘The God Delusion.’” Bene- the advances in science and technology, we dictine nun Joan Chittister says the idea of the can see it, describe it, name it, and recognise Divine Feminine in God is foundational in the how it spreads. We can institute the most ba- nursing services. It is for us, trusting in God’s Old Testament, the spiritual foundation of our sic hygiene procedures, follow medical advice unfailing love, to make use of all available faith. In the story of Moses and the burning of testing and treatment and adhere to gov- means by which we may be brought to that bush in Exodus 3:14, she points out that God ernment legislation to slow down infection wholeness and holiness which is God’s will for declares who God is as “ungendered, unsexed, rates. All the while being deeply prayerful and us.” pure Spirit, pure life, pure energy.” God’s en- hopeful for the bigger weapons of vaccines to ergy supports and pervades everything that be developed and powerful benevolent Artifi- The italics in this quotation is mine as a re- exists. cial Intelligence (AI) genetic sequencing to as- minder to embrace the guidelines for our pas- sist in fighting this and other dreaded diseases toral practice and sacramental and liturgical In Matthew 5:45 Jesus reminds us that God (9000) that has no treatment sooner rather performance in our worship, issued by Arch- makes the sun rise on the evil and the good, than later. bishop Thabo to all parishioners, clergy and and sends rain on the righteous and un- bishops in ACSA on 17 March, in response to righteous. The Catechism teaches us that the In the prayer book (APB 1989), I have often, recognising the importance of social distanc- nature of God revealed in Jesus is love (APB, and still do in my pastoral visitation to the sick ing in the fight against the Covid-19 disease. p427:32). As we journey through Lent in these and in private prayer, used the second para- perilous times, let us draw strength from the graph on page 494. It reads: My sense is that the Spirit of God is calling us Jesus Christ of history and our faith who led “Christ heals in many ways, especially through to intensify and deepen our prayer life at eve- by example, showing love, care and compas- those who dedicate their lives to the service ry level, corporate (being mindful of restric- sion for people in dire circumstances we can- of the sick. These include Christian priests tions), personal and private for all engaged in not fully comprehend and inspiring them with and laity as well as doctors, surgeons, psy- the healing ministry, clergy, laity, the medical hope for the future. chiatrists, nurses and other hospital staff. God fraternity, medical research, medical science, works through prayer and the sacraments of medical technology and benevolent AI. For I wish you every blessing for Holy Week and Baptism and the Eucharist, through the rites once we are united in our common God-giv- Easter. of Confession and the Laying on of Hands and en humanity, our vulnerability and resolve to Anointing, as well as through those who are work together in solidarity to fight the Cov- Grace and Peace engaged in medical research and technology id-19 pandemic that has shaken up life in this Keith De Vos and the day to day running of hospital and world as we know it.

Covid-19 guidelines from pone them, but if you can’t, limit the partici- • If a child has been where an infection is sus- page 2: Let us seek to do that at this chal- pants to families or other small groups; pected, they should not come to church; lenging time in our history. On 20th March • Ordinations – Postpone them, or if you can’t, • Baptisms and anointing with oil should be 2020, the clergy of the Diocese of Cape Town performed either with the appropriate imple- met at St Thomas’ Church, Rondebosch, to limit them to families, a small parish delegation and Chapter; ments or using hand sanitiser, or soap and devote the hours of 10:00 to 11:30 to prayer. water, before and after the act; parents rather I have resolved to establish a Provincial COV- • Funerals – We just have to encourage families than clergy should hold babies being baptised ID-19 Team to come up with a pastoral plan and there should be no baptism by immersion; to look at the practicalities of bringing us to- to do their best to limit numbers; gether, recognising that there is no “one-size- • There should be no foot-washing; fits-all” plan. • Sunday School – Consider drawing circles on the floor to keep children at least a metre • Clergy are human beings too! If you show Now to elaborate on some of the guidelines apart, and build social distancing into your ar- signs of contracting the virus, you must test • Confirmations and weddings – Try to -post rivals and lesson plans; and self-isolate yourself if need be.

”In the day of my trouble I will call upon You, for You will answer me.” Psalm 86:7

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The layministers of the diocese met for church to show it is serious in its endeav- theirfirst quarterly workshop at St Cypri- our to protect those in our care. an’s Retreat, on 7th March 2020. Gender Based Violence: The core team, under the guidance The Ms Jenny Dick and Ms Mari Lotvonen, Revd Dr John Klaasen, agreed to invite from HOPE Africa, moved everyone with the Revd Canon Mark Long, to do a pres- their presentation. The statistics and real- entation on Safe Church and Inclusivity, ity in our societies can no longer be that and also HOPE Africa (ACSA’s social de- which only gets discussed outside of the velopment arm), to do a presentation on church. We were challenged with the Gender Based Violence (GBV). question about how we would respond. A time was made available for small group The workshop was attended by laymin- discussions. isters from across the diocese, clergy as well as the bishop-elect, the Venerable In the report back, the general view was Joshua Louw. that we should be at the forefront of fighting against GBV – by ensuring that Safe Church And Inclusivity: it does not happen in our own homes, The Revd Canon Mark Long outlined the church and community. discussions and decision of Provincial Synod. What was evident from his pres- We must ensure that we become bastions entation was the urgent and responsible of support to those who are abused but action that the church has to take to en- also to walk alongside those who are the deavour the safety of our children. abusers.

All leaders in the church, albeit clergy, lay As the church, we have an immense role ministers, church wardens, parish coun- to play - to be the salt of the earth, - the cillors, confirmation facilitators, Sunday light on the hill, -the leaven in the lump, School teachers etc, have to undergo a -the rose of Sharon and the bright morn- police clearance before they can minis- ing star. ter or work with children in the different spheres of church life. The VenJoshua Louw, in his closing re- marks, exhorted the layministers to be The views and comments expressed at the extension of the priests’ ministry in the workshop, were supportive of the the community, to lead by example and long overdue initiative. be role models in society.

Canon Mark made it clear that the church The next workshop is scheduled for June will remain an institution of hope and for- 2020 and details will be communicated in giveness, and in no way wants to exclude due time. anyone, but it was important for the - Wayne Jones And Veliswa Baduza

Zonnebloem schools: a revitalisation of what used to be common practice! With the support of Anglican Board of Education: Western Cape (ABE), Zonnebloem schools have in recent years been meeting once a term to celebrate its common identity though holding joint as- semblies. This proved to be a wonderful opportunity for schools to collaborate and reach out to one another, all in an attempt to build unity in diversity.

The more recent initiative for the schools was the Ash Wednesday service celebrated, with Canon Reeva Mulder, in the school chapel. This is something which has been lacking for some time and it sig- nals the beginning of an ongoing process in reclaiming the rightful space of Zonnebloem as an Anglican school community. Below is an abridged version of the homily shared by Canon Reeva: Today is “Ash Wednesday,” and this marks the beginning of the new liturgical sea- son of Lent. continues on page 6

Psalm 19:1 “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork.”

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BOOK REVIEW: Resistance to and Acquiescence in Apartheid: St Paul’s Theological College, Grahamstown, 1965 – 92 Henry Mbaya. 2018 Sun Press ISBN 978- 1-928357-82-7

The Reverend Dr Henry Mbaya, who hails family as the college transitioned to a racial- from Malawi, trained for ordination at St ly mixed community. Previously, it had exist- Paul’s College in Grahamstown during the ed exclusively for ‘European Candidates’. An eighties, followed by curacies in the Eastern account is provided of how under the new Cape. He teaches in the Theology Faculty at ‘revolutionary’ Warden, and with Desmond and serves as priest Tutu in Bishopscourt, the Anglican church in the Diocese of False Bay. This meticulously underwent a seismic shift. At St Paul’s, Dr and methodically researched work, gently Mbaya writes how the focus changed to written with great sensitivity, traces the sto- being more engaged with the issues which ry of St Paul’s, one of the foremost Provincial framed its experience. Some, though, would theological colleges of the Anglican church say that the issues came to find the commu- in Southern Africa. It is a modest but neces- nity as they could no longer be ignored. The sary and timeous contribution in scrutinis- text provides a moving account of how the ing the role played by the college in training student body, almost unanimously agreed for ministry against the existing backdrop of to attend the celebrations of the 10th an- colonialism and apartheid. The 1960’s to the niversary of the June 1976 uprisings in the 1990’s marks the period of grand-Apartheid local township on 16th June 1986. Despite at its most vicious, to its inevitable collapse many feelings of anxiety, if not fear, the and the capitulation of the National Party event passed without incident. Significantly, in the face of rising resistance and interna- the community of St Paul had crossed their tional isolation. own rubicon.

The overarching narrative pertains to the count, alongside the recall and reflection of At a time where some still argue that apart- role of the church during this period of those who had St Paul’s as their home for a heid was not a crime against humanity, this change in South Africa, and specifically the few years. Citing James Cochrane, the author story tells of how apartheid and vestiges of role the college in the socio-political con- writes, “‘amidst internal conflicts, contradic- a colonial past affected those offering them- text. With this backdrop, Dr Mbaya narrows tions, crises and controversies’ (Cochrane, selves for training for the ordained ministry. the lens on its changes and challenges draw- J in Servants of Power, The Role of English- One is left with the resounding question of ing on accounts of students, many of whom Speaking Churches in S.A.) the Anglican what has been learnt from our past and how now serve as senior clergy across our Angli- Church acquiesced in, and buttressed the do we allow our learning to inform our pre- can Province and further afield. I found refer- political status quo” (Mbaya pg10). He as- sent? At the Requiem for one of our priests ence to the college Logbook a fascinating if serts that life in the college reflected this po- recently I noticed the dates during which not unlikely source of insight on life in the sition in many ways. his training happened at St Peter’s in Al- college. It serves as the proverbial ‘fly on the ice - 1966 to 1970. The stories of those who wall’ to the response of those in training also Years later the picture would change. In trained in our racially segregated colleges is the various Wardens and lecturers to the chapter seven, Living through the ‘Kairos’, largely untold. This book will help many and situation beyond college fences. From not we encounter ‘a new thing’ starting to take give them the confidence to tell their stories allowing wives at college, except at the Leav- shape under a new Warden, Chichele Hewitt. to assist in our healing as a church and na- ers’ Service, to responses to guest lecturers The book details the way the previous War- tion. I highly commend it. at ; it offers a unique ac- den Duncan Buchanan emphasised being a - the Ven Terry Lester

Celebrating 50 years as an organist at All Saints Lansdowne Claude Baron has just celebrated 50 years as organist at All Saints Church Lansdowne 1 Decem- ber1969 - 1 December 2019. It all began in 1953 when Claude began taking piano lessons. He was then asked in 1958 to play the old Reed organ for All Saints Sunday School. In 1959 when the Revd George Tembe became priest in charge at All Saints, he started as an assistant organist to Martin Phillips.

He was officially appointed as the parish organist when Mr Phillips retired at the end of 1969. When the Revd Michael Edwards became rector at All Saints, he approached Claude with regard to working with the church choir, to which he agreed.

In 1986 he served on the committee of the Royal School of Church Music, Cape Town branch, where he was exposed to a good number of church music anthems. continues on page 7

“In Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.” Ephesians 2:13

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THE CHURCH SPEAKS: Current Archbishop Thabo Makgoba with his predecessors left to right: Archbishop Emeritus Njongonkulu Ndungane and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu.

The three living Archbishops of the Anglican But there is no need to panic. As President edge; and by caring about others through tak- Church of Southern Africa have issued an Ramaphosa has said, we do have the knowl- ing care of ourselves. unprecedented joint statement appealing edge, the means and the resources to fight to people across Southern Africa to beat the this virus, and if we act quickly and collec- As President Ramaphosa has also said, this ep- coronavirus by working closely together. tively, we can limit its effects. We are resilient idemic has the potential to bring us closer to- and in the past we have overcome challenges gether. But, in his words, it demands “coopera- The text of the statement follows: by remaining calm and being strategic in our tion, collaboration and common action. More The three of us, as former and current Angli- responses. than that, it requires solidarity, understanding can Archbishops of Cape Town, welcome and and compassion.” We know that we can rely on encourage the strong evidence we are see- To young people we say we know you are not people of all faiths and of none to bring those ing of all Southern Africans working together scared for yourselves, and some of you may qualities to this struggle. to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus feel that coronavirus is not an African prob- across our sub-continent. lem. But you might be carriers of the virus May God bless Southern Africa, and God bless without even knowing it. all her people. If proof was required of the oneness and inter- dependence of the human family, the threat So we appeal to you not to put at risk the lives The Most Revd Desmond Tutu, posed by this virus – and people’s response to of those who cared for you when you were Archbishop Emeritus of Cape Town it – is providing it. To stop the virus spreading children. We know that you are being asked will demand fundamental changes in the be- to sacrifice the most for your old people. But The Most Revd Njongonkulu Ndungane, haviour of all of us. please protect those of your parents’ and Archbishop Emeritus of Cape Town grandparents’ generation. The virus has no boundaries – it cuts across all The Most Revd Thabo Makgoba, communities, rich and poor, in north, south, Let us take the opportunity to respond by Archbishop of Cape Town east and west. Only mutual love and care for choosing life over death; by choosing knowl- one another will get us through the crisis. edge over ignorance; by sharing that knowl-

Lent service at Zonnebloem For the next 40 days we will journey togeth- Fast from hurting words and say kind words; chapel from page 4: Lent is a Holy er…marked by ashes. Fast from sadness and be filled with gratitude; Season, a time of prayer, fasting, abstinence Fast from anger and be filled with patience; Fast and almsgiving. It (lasts) encompasses 40 days As we stand here at the beginning of this jour- from pessimism and be filled with hope; and its observance is specifically linked with ney, displaying these ashes for all to see, it is Fast from worries and trust; Fast from com- the spiritual preparation and celebration of an inner journey that we must take. It directs plaints and contemplate simplicity; Fast from Easter. us to look at parts of ourselves we’d rather pressure and be prayerful; Fast from bitterness avoid, our selfishness and fear and hatred, our and fill your heart with joy; Fast from selfish- You will be marked with ashes on your fore- unforgiveness and pettiness. ness and be compassionate to others; Fast from head. You display on the outside what you feel grudges and be reconciled; Fast from words and like on the inside. Today marks the beginning I would like to challenge you learners of Zon- be silent to listen; of a journey that we will take together. We nebloem to commit yourself this Lent with the know the destination. It is the resurrection. We following words of Pope Francis: - the Revd Canon Reeva Mulder and know the end of the story. It is joy and victory. Do you want to fast this Lent? Walter Mercuur(Anglican Board of Education)

Philippians 2:5-6 “Jesus, who, being in the form of God ... made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant ...”

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Celebrating 50 years as an organist from page 5: New Youth leaders at St Simon

This enabled him to introduce these an- Hout Bay thems to the parish choir of All Saints. Five youth leaders were licensed on 16 February 2020 to serve at St Simon Hout Bay. They are Endel, Nathan, Lauren, Eugene and Adele. They pictured with the Revds Gaile and Christine. At the end of 1986 he attended the Royal School of Church Music summer school in Pietermaritzburg where he met choristers from different parts of the country.

As a self-taught organist he only started taking formal organ lessons at St. Georges Cathedral in 1988, where he was accept- ed by John Allison, and thereafter Mark Mitchell, who were both organists of St George’s Cathedral.

Claude is appreciative to Mark Mitchell who tutored him for 12 years through the various organ examination grades until he obtained his Organ Performers Diploma, a Licentiate from Trinity College .

Claude: “God willing, and as long as my health allows, I will continue to serve in this way, at All Saints Church Lansdowne”.

Ma Blake celebrates her 100th birthday

Our most senior parishioner, Ma Blake, cele- brated her 100th birthday on 17 January 2020, and we give thanks to God for her life.

Ma Blake, as she is affectionately known to all of us, was born Antoinette Alice Pregnolato on 17 January 1920 in District 6 Cape Town. She was also baptized, confirmed and married at St Mark’s Anglican Church in District 6.

She married Cecil Blake on 15 June 1946, and

four children were born of their marriage - Our rector Revd Mkhuseli, presided at the their firstborn, a daughterl, died in infancy, Eucharist and Archbishop Thabo shared a con- they later had three boys, Thomas, Anthony gratulatory message through a recorded vid- and Michael. Her son Tommy lovingly said, ‘A eo clip and a certificate of congratulation from small lady with a big mouth and a giant heart. his office. Ma’Blake and her family expressed A very proud and fussy person, always con- their sincere gratitude for the way in which cerned about appearances. She has a strong Ma’Blake was honoured by the church. faith and has been an inspiration to many’. As the Parish of All Saints we give thanks to A special service of celebration and thanksgiv- Ma Blake for your grace and kindness, “you ing for her life was organised and took place are indeed such an inspiration to all of us at at All Saints Plumstead on 18 January 2020, All Saints Plumstead and we wish you a very and was attended by the family and special Blessed and happy 100th birthday” friends. - Marlene Herringer

“For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen.” Romans 11:36

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The morning started with a to accept Jesus with the We ended with a Eucharist bible study session focused scripture on Genesis 24:31 service and the Revd Ches- on the character of Paul “Come, you who are blessed nay Frantz, our Youth Chap- “State of the Faith Address” by the Lord, He said. Why lain was the presider. He led by Masibulele Hlazo, are you standing out here? unpacked this years theme President of AYF Diocese of I have prepared the house on “Therefore as God’s cho- Cape Town. and a place for the camels” sen people holy and dearly which was a true invitation loved, clothe yourself with Keeping with the momen- to the Lord’s house. compassion, kindness, hu- tum in preparation of the mility, gentleness and pa- Eucharist service we went Our fellow members stood tience.” Colossians 3:12. on a Street Revivalled by by the streets worshipping Sinoxolo Mase, Chairper- and praising whilst the Indeed What a Devine ser- son of the Anglican Youth members of the community vice it was and we pray that Fellowship, calling upon embracied us and joined us this year we will be able to young people of Cross- in praises. Indeed what a put our theme into action. roads to open their hearts wonderful God we serve! and receive the invitation - Babalwa Nkoloti

Back to school at St Mark’s District 6 On 2nd February 2020, all the learners in our er and better future for our country. The Revd To Father Clifford’s disappointment, no one parish came dressed in their school uniforms. Clifford questioned what each of their future mentioned that they want to become a priest, They looked smart representing their various careers will be. this ended our Sunday service with so much schools. laughter. Some of the careers mentioned was doctors, The focus was on our learners, the challenges fire fighters, policemen, teachers, palaeontol- - Mildred Jutzen / Tony Jacobs they face at school, home, church and in their ogist and on a more humorous note we had communities. Education is the key to a bright- FBI spies.

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2 Peter 3:13 “We, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.“

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