A South African Pilgrimage to Robben Island for Our Clergy

The official newsletter of the Diocese of Cape Town (Anglican Church of Southern Africa ACSA)

A South African Pilgrimage to Robben Island for our clergy

PAGE 3 From the Bishop’s Desk

PAGE 4 St Columba Guguletu partners with Occuvision During mid-October of this year Bp and illustrations of raw honesty, Garth Counsell and 30 clergy of the helped us to begin to see each other Diocese of Cape Town undertook an differently. As we walked between unusual pilgrimage. Its format was the different stations we focussed that of the traditional Stations of the on themes such as creation, faith, Cross set in the context of Robben identity and restitution. Island with its layered history as a place of banishment and cruel isola- We had a welcome tea-break af- PAGE 5 tion. ter visiting the shrine dedicated to Animals and the memory of Sayed Moturu, the Humans: Faith Before our departure we reflected on Prince of Madura and a Muslim Perspectives the reading from the Gospel of Luke cleric. Here we greeted each other Chapter 24 at the Robben Island with a Salaam alaykum (‘Peace be Gateway. This well known story of upon you’), followed by the reply Wa the two disciples walking from Je- alaykum as-salaam (‘And upon you rusalem to their home in the village be peace’). Fr Mzwabantu Magadla of Emmaus had a contemporary rattled off the greetings in impres- resonance in the many Robben Is- sively accented Arabic. Others such land stories of social death and its as the Rector of St Mary’s Wood- PAGE 6 examples of resurrected hope and, stock, the Revd Donovan Meyer, AD Laos: From the ultimately, liberation. were verbally generous with their Al Archbishop’s Desk hamdu lillah’s - praise be to God. The island journey, its geography continues on page 3

PAGE 7 SACC calls for end of university protests

VOL 65 NO.VOL 10 63 NO. 05 FIRSTFIRST PUBLISHEDPUBLISHED 2020 DECEMBERDECEMBER 19501950 MARCH DECEMBER 2013 2015 Page 2 THE GOOD HOPE DECEMBER 2015

CLASSIFIEDS Editorial THE GOOD HOPE With the world and our country in turmoil, it’s easy to feel a sense of panic and disillusionment. But there is al- Editor: Rebecca Malambo ways hope and God brings us a new parcel of His peace everyday. We should claim that peace, put our hand in Address: His and rest in His presence. As peace and a happy life The Good Hope starts with me and you. So pray for the world and our PO Box 1932, CONSTANTIABERG country. FUNERAL HOME “We pray for all whose lives Cape Town 8000 Tel: 021 469 3766 Preferential prices. have been touched by tragedy, whether by accident or a deliberate act. Fax: 021 465 1571 24 hour service For those who mourn, immerse them in your love High ethical standards as member of and lead them through this darkness into your arms, E-mail address: National Funeral Directors Assoc SA and light. For those who comfort, be in both the words [email protected] they use and all that’s left unspoken; fill each heart 85 Kenilworth Road, Kenilworth with love.We ask this through Jesus Christ, Printed by: (cnr Rosmead Avenue) whose own suffering brought us life, 021 671 2400 here and for eternity.” Amen Love and Light, Rebecca Alan Lindhorst

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Ephesians 1:3 “In Christ, I am spirtually blessed because He lives in me.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 3 From the Bishop’s Desk

Dear friends I write as the global community once again strug- gles to fully comprehend the massacre in Paris that has served to once again highlight the all too frequent acts of terror in different locations with Diocesan Administrator which we have become all too familiar. We add our Applications are invited for the position of Diocesan voices to those of many in condemning these ruth- Administrator for the Diocese of Cape Town. less attacks on innocent targets and the senseless The position is one of high responsibility, confidentiality loss of human life. We pray for the repose of the and trust. It requires sound financial and administrative souls of all those killed, for those injured and for acumen. The applicant must be computer literate includ- all their loved ones as they struggle with the last- ing Pastel Accounting, Payroll, Power Point and must have ing impact of this traumatic event on their lives. a minimum of five years Account Management experience Meanwhile as South Africans we face the ongoing crisis at our tertiary edu- and an Accounting Management Degree or Diploma. cation institutions as the just and reasonable protest of students around the Applicants should be committed Anglicans with a passion exorbitant and, for many, unaffordable high costs of education continues to for and knowledge of, the Church and vast, multi-lingual, spin out of control. Regrettably some with different intentions have sought diverse Diocese of Cape Town. to seize the moment for their own ends so that the violence and wanton destruction sweeping across our campuses has increased the risk of losing Applicants must apply in writing, with CV and three ref- sight of the core reasons and focus of the student protest. In my Confirma- erences to the Diocesan Administrator, the Ven Horace tion service sermon at St George’s Cathedral on the Sunday after the Paris Arenz, at email: [email protected] massacre I reflected on how these events bring us face to face with the great paradox of human behaviour and responses to the circumstances we A job description can be obtained from the Diocesan Ad- encounter in life. Humans so wonderfully created by God in his divine image ministrator. Closing date for applications is the 31st Jan- have, on the one hand, the overwhelming capacity and potential for so much uary 2016. Please note that if you have not received a that is good, honourable, creative, inspirational, positive and life-giving. Par- response from us within two months of the closing date, adoxically, human beings also have the capacity and potential for so much then kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful. that is shockingly destructive, dehumanising, senseless, life-threatening and evil. This is clearly reflected in the almost unending list of great human accomplishments over the centuries that have magnified the quality of human life and coexistence and inspired many to reach towards even greater Robben Island Pilgrimage from page 1: The heights. Our own journey to democracy as a nation is an obvious example. time spent in the house where Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe But, sadly, the pages of history are also littered with a long litany of count- was interned and held in solitary confinement evoked a deep less acts of gross inhumanity and devastating acts of destruction that has appreciation of the costs that others paid for our freedom. led to much suffering, pain and death. Here again some of our post 1994 experiences like the student protests bear testimony to this reality. We concluded our day-long Emmaus-like pilgrimage with the celebration of the Eucharist in the Chapel of the Good Shep- Caught in the grip of such turbulent times Advent-tide comes as a reminder herd. to us all that, despite all these signs to the contrary, we are a people con- strained by hope and the promise that the Lord of the universe is actively It was during Archbishop Njongonkulu Ndungane’s time that engaged in his world to bring his divine plan and purpose to fulfilment. this chapel was returned to the diocese. Today it is a chapelry Nothing, least of all no human endeavour, will succeed to thwart God’s of the cathedral. Father Njongo had spent three years on Rob- purpose for the redemption of the whole of humankind. To reference Arch- ben Island in the 1960s. He was one of the many who lit bishop Thabo’s frequent saying; our response is to prayerfully discern where the pilgrim’s path leaving a memory for generations to come and what God is doing in God’s world and to commit to engaging and co- to know that it was possible to resist and that evil could be operating with God to that same end. May our journey through Advent bring us all to a renewed commitment to God’s plan and purpose for all people overcome. and the world at large. - The Very Revd Michael Weeder ACSA NEWS: The Archbishop has announced the appointment of Bishop - Photos: the Revd Christian Hartnick Sitembele Mzamane of the Diocese of Mthatha as the new Dean of the Province, and Bishop Martin Breytenbach of the Diocese of St. Mark the Evangelist as the new liaison bishop for ACSA Finance. They respectively succeed Bishops Rubin Philip of Natal and Jo Seoka of Pretoria who have retired. We congratulate and pray for The Rt. Revd. Dino Gabriel former Bishop of Zululand who was installed as the new diocesan bishop of Natal on 21 November. We pray also for God’s guidance at the Elective Assembly of the diocese of Zululand to be held from 9 – 11 December and for the nominated candidates The Rt. Revd. Tsietse Seloane, Bishop Suffragan of Natal, and The Ven. Mntuwenkosi Zwane, Archdeacon of Emangeni and their families. DIOCESAN NEWS: The Revd Sharon Davis, curate at Christ Church Con- stantia has been appointed as the Priest-in-Charge of St. Barnabas Cape Town as of from 1 December 2016. The Revd’s Ronald Dias and Shaun Cozett will be ordained to the priesthood, and Mr Chesnay Frantz to the diaconate in St. George’s Cathedral on Sunday 13 December at 15h00. Do hold them in your prayers. Prayers and blessings for Advent , +Garth Counsell

“In Christ, I am loved by God and delight to do His will.” John 14:21 Page 4 THE GOOD HOPE DECEMBER 2015

St Columba Gugulethu It’s all about the Person partners with Occuvision for the gift of sight a Revolution of

When Mr David Sikhutshwa approached the parish war- Generosity in the City dens asking for 5 names of parishioners whom, under nor- mal circumstances would not be able to afford an eye test For many years The Warehouse and glasses, we thought it was a once-off offer that we has been advocating for and be- should grab for the parishioners in 2014. Through Occuvi- ing challenged to find more radi- sion, the company he works for, which is situated at Parc cal and sacrificial ways of giving Du Cap, Building 3, Bellville, we have seen this year an and living justly in Cape Town, additional 11 parishioners getting the same opportunity South Africa today. This past and 6 of them in the month in which World Sight Day falls year saw the team complete the on – 8 October 2015. production of a campaign that has been rolled out in a number The majority of the recipients are pensioners and on the of Anglican churches during the last group we added one Sunday school teacher and a past three months. The Gener- Server. As the church always emphasize the gender bal- osity Revolution campaign is a ance and youth participation, we have also taken that into month-long journey for a church account. On behalf of St Columba Church, we wish and community that calls believers to re-assess their relationship with money hope that services such as these can be brought closer to and things and even, time, and see how they can live a more just lifestyle the needy people. The recipients will be forever grateful to by sharing these well. With the growing divide between the resourced Marlize, the optometrist and co-owner Mr Mike Theys for and low income communities, there could be no better time to look more this opportunity and generosity and the interest to set up intentionally at our resources – time, talents, skills, money – and ask a plan in place for a future Eye Care program. - Pumeza how we can use them best to serve the people who call South Africa Magona home at this time. Caroline Powell, who has been exploring this with her colleagues for nearly a decade, says, “The aim is to bring about a mind-set change in the members of congregations with respect to giving and receiving, in a context of inequality, in a way that builds dignity and relationship.”

Based on an in-depth study into God’s generosity laws as outlined in Le- viticus and Deuteronomy, and narrated in the book of Ruth, the Christian believer is offered the opportunity to discover a theology of generosity that gives birth to exciting and achievable ways of giving and receiving with dignity. “A three-pronged approach, addressing the heads, hearts and hands of a community, allows for the word of God to challenge our mind-sets, lead to reflection in our spirits, and ultimately produce a change in lifestyle that should impact the community in which the church is situated,” Caroline explains.

The Generosity Revolution Campaign comprises a toolkit with a number of different components, which can be tailored to suit the needs and personality of individual churches. It includes an overview of how to run a campaign, the theological grounding of the campaign, interactive ways to engage the church, tips for running small group studies, and help- ful guidelines for running a community service project. It also includes liturgical material which outlines a basic liturgy as well as themed outlines for each week; a five-week Bible study booklet; resources for child and youth ministries; and weekly “drip feeds”, which can be used for daily reflection. “It has been so exciting seeing churches run this campaign in their community and hearing about the fruit of how things have changed,” said Caroline Powell. One refreshing story came from Colleen Saunders from her church community. “One parishioner gave someone more time than usual having been influenced by the ‘It’s about the person’ teaching, and this revealed that the woman’s skill was exactly what that family needed desperately, resulting in her employing the woman to care for a family member. And that was just one story of how the campaign affected the lives of those who participated in the journey,” says Colleen.

If you would like to order a toolkit for your church please email info@ warehouse.org.za or call 021 761 1168. - Linda Martindale

Romans 12:1-2 “In Christ, I am spiritually transformed with energy, strength, and purpose every day.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 5 Women nurturing Mother Earth for generations to come

The Anglican Women’s Fellowship of Khayelit- pact of our actions on the world, affecting the Great interest was shown in the ‘wonder bag” sha, Gugulethu, Phillipi, Nyanga East, Langa generations to come. Our Great Granddaugh- a way of cooking using very little energy just & Mfuleni, gathered at St Mary Magdalene ters will be joining AWF and that piece of to get the food to boiling point. After that it Church in Gugulethu for their conference plastic will still be sitting here on God’s Earth. is put into the wonder bag and cooks itself!! to revive the spirit of our members and to Food ready once you get home for work! Oth- strengthen our fellowship in our parishes. The We looked at John 3:16 that God so loved ers were interested to join a gardening course conference was held from Friday 16 October the Earth, not just the people on it, but the being organised by Green Anglicans. till Sunday 18 October 2015. whole of the Earth. And we looked at practi- cal ways to make a difference, such as put- At work and at home, we can make a differ- The Revd Rachel Mash from Green Anglicans ting a two liter filled with water in your cistern ence and nurture Mother Earth. addressed the group, looking first at the im- to save water every time you flush.

Animals and Humans: Faith Perspectives

Animals and Humans: way we can cause harm to any Faith Perspectives Other Being.” As part of marking 2015’s World Day for Farmed Animals and Christian Perspective World Animal Day, SAFCEI’s One Christianity, which Professor Web of Life (OWL) programme Denise Ackermann spoke to, convened an evening of reflection also acknowledges the interrelat- and conversation on how we as edness of all beings, in the sense humans relate to and treat our that all life comes from the hand fellow beings. of the Creator. She also spoke about the special place that hu- The event, which took place on mans – who have been made 30th September at Erin Hall, in the image of God and are Rondebosch, began with a back- bearers of consciousness – oc- ground briefing on factory farm- cupy in creation. This conscious- ing of animals in South Africa followed. This sobering presenta- Buddhist’s teaching of compas- ness means that we also bear given by Mr Tozie Zokufa (Chair- tion was followed by a discussion: “Compassion is the identi- an awareness; an awareness of person of the Pan African Animal sion introduced by a multi-faith fication with the Other such that the world around us and of the Welfare Alliance, Programme panel of religious leaders, which it is not an Other any longer. And actions we undertake. “That Manager of Farm Animals, Hu- included Moulana Ridwaan what that means, is that you awareness should lead us to un- mane Society International and Mathew, Professor Denise Acker- cannot treat anything as Other derstand that this world does not World Animal Day Ambassador mann (Extraordinary Professor of than you, and so it does not mat- belong to us, but it belongs to in South Africa). He spoke to the Systematic Theology, University ter what all the statistics are or God and that our responsibility is rising meat and animal product of Stellenbosch); Rabbi Richard how well animals are treated be- to be carers of it. We have the consumption in South Africa, Newman (Temple Israel: Cape fore they are killed to be eaten; task of keeping creation for God.” which ranks number one on the Town) and Ani Tsondru Sonam what matters is the recognition After going on to speak about the African continent in terms of per (Buddhist Nun). Each panelist that you and that Other Being, many challenges we face today capita consumption. This in turn looked at what their faith said are one and the same. And that – including our ideology of con- has implications on how ani- about animals. anything you do to that Other sumerism which leads to the mals are treated; whilst there are Being, you do to yourself…And statistics Tozie touched on – she guidelines that are meant to en- Buddhist Perspective when we uncover [our inherent ended by saying: “Is there a way sure animal welfare, most are not Ani Tsondru spoke about the compassion], then there is no forward? continues on page 6

“In Christ, I am strong enough to do whatever God calls me to do.” Philippians 4:13 Page 6 THE GOOD HOPE DECEMBER 2015

Faith Perspectives from page 5: I believe To the Laos: to the People of God it is by affirming our relationships and our inter- relatedness to every single living creature… I also Dear People of God dream of a world where there is compassion, where Whew! What a rushed few weeks I have just there is mutuality in our relationships with what is had, mainly on Provincial business and re- around us instead of dominance.” sponding to the crisis at the University of the Western Cape, but also dealing at short no- Jewish Perspective tice with the deeply distressing occurrence in Rabbi Richard Newman quoted the many instances which a fire destroyed a number of buildings that the Torah speaks about the necessity of show- at a centre run by the Diocese of Umzimvubu, ing the same respect and compassion towards ani- which has been going through a leadership mals, as we would like to have shown to ourselves. crisis in recent times. Several of the holy figures in the Torah are shep- herds; and a correlation is made between those To begin with my travels outside the country, that cared for animals, also caring for their fellow in Lesotho I preached at the consecration of human beings. And those that showed indifference the new Church of St Matthias, Peka and gave towards animal suffering were punished. Whilst a donation towards the inauguration of Ma- in the five books of Moses, humans are given do- booe Archbishop School, a new high school. minion over animals, Rabbi Newman went on to say, “but dominion does not give us the right to From there, I was off to London, to the an- nual meeting of the Compass Rose Society, a cause indiscriminate pain and discomfort and de- voluntary grouping made up of generous Anglicans from different walks of life who struction…Judaism puts great stress on the proper support the work of the Anglican Communion Office in London and that of the wider treatment of animals.” Rabbi Newman ended with Communion. a prayer for animals he had written himself.

Back in Cape Town, I went straight from the airport to UWC, where passions were Muslim Perspective running high over the #FeesMustFall protests. Leaving there at 10 pm, I felt I had Moulana Mathews spoke to how the Prophet Mo- helped the process but that I would have liked to spend another day to consolidate hammed was sent to show the way for this era; he the progress we had made. Deeply conflicted, I returned to the airport the next day was sent to teach us how to love and care for all of to board another international flight, this time to fly to Washington for the installa- God’s creation. We have been given a responsibility, tion of Bishop Michael Curry as the new Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church as the khaleefa, to take care of creation and keep – a wonderful occasion, but soon I was on a plane back on my way to Swaziland, the balance in creation. “When I look at creation, where I addressed a Deans’ Conference and called for Cathedrals to become “In- I am overwhelmed by the wonder work of God… stitutions of Education” across our Province. You can find my appeal on my blog. He has created in truth and with purpose. And His I also preached at the unveiling of the tombstones of the late Bishop Bernard and purpose is for us as human beings to develop our- Mrs Mkhabela. selves spiritually and grow nearer to God; to purify ourselves through love for creation” he said. But what struck me hardest in Swaziland were the effects of the drought, which has precipitated a crisis such as I have never seen before. Those cattle that are alive are like ghosts, those that are dead looking like bags of skin and bones along the road, This conversation is the first of many to come as some left exposed, some covered with soil. The soil is dry and cracking as a result of SAFCEI and the One Web of Life (OWL) programme the rain not coming. Despite everything however, the marula trees are still green and wants to continue to challenge people of faith to blossoming - conveying the message that in Christ, drought and death will not have consider how their religious belief systems guide the last word. Please give generously to help Bishop Ellinah and her diocese: details them in their relationships with, and treatment of, of how you can do so appear on my blog. And please also pray for rain, not only in animals. Frank Molteno, who works within the OWL Swaziland but in Lesotho, South Africa and other places also stricken by drought. programme and who was instrumental in organis- ing this event had this to say about the evening:“So Pray too for the upcoming climate talks in France, which I will attend as you receive many statements were made and questions raised this issue of Good Hope – pray for mitigation of the effects of climate change; pray that were deserving of further reflection, prayer and that the nations of the world will adopt a binding protocol committing them to re- conversation. The issues are complex. The issues duce emissions, and to prevent temperatures rising. are personal as they are ‘political’ and ‘cultural’ – they touch who we are and how we live. We have As you begin your preparations for Christmas this year, you might find useful the much to learn, including from one another as mem- online audio reflections that I will again be recording from the Bishopscourt chapel bers of different faiths. Of one thing I felt even more for each Sunday of Advent. Beginning two or three days ahead of the First Sunday sure following the Forum than before: if ‘the prob- in Advent, you will find them on your mobile phone or computer at: https://sound- lem’ is humankind’s disconnection from the rest of cloud.com/anglicanmediasa/ You can also download them to send to your family creation, which results in, amongst other things, and friends. our failure to care for our fellow living beings and As I completed this letter, news came in of the attacks in Paris, following those in our treating animals cruelly and inhumanely, then if Beirut a day earlier: our prayers, concern and condolences go to all as we lament we as people of faith are not part of the solution, we this awful tragedy. are most definitely part of the problem. We need to take our conversation forward in ways that can take God bless you us forward spiritually, theologically and ethically in terms of how we live our everyday lives.” + Thabo Cape Town - Louisa Feiter

Peter 3:18 “In Christ, I am growing in the grace and knowledge of the Lord.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 7 South African Council of Churches calls for end to university protests

institutions. The financial pre- cariousness of most students should not be an obstacle to accessing education and students are encouraged at this time to seek consensus to ensure the successful running of the end of year examinations.

The SACC is currently engaged in a ’SEE-JUDGE-ACT’ process of status research on issues like poverty, inequality, economic transformation which impacts the quality of life and access to education.

We shall pray for - a just, rec- onciled and equitable society, free of racial, xenophobic, tribal and gender prejudice, a The South African Council of engagement with students as We make a distinction between country free of the yoke of en- Churches National Executive well as university management. appropriate and dignified protest, demic corruption and depriva- Committee at a meeting in Jo- We applaud, in the main, the as opposed to criminal acts of tion, a new South Africa with hannesburg last Thursday called largely orderly and peaceful way violence and destruction. enough food and shelter for every on all university students to sus- in which students conducted The latter have no place in demo- citizen. pend their protracted protests themselves countrywide. cratic processes of an open so- and focus on crucial end of year ciety. We will continue to pray that our examinations. We congratulate them unreserv- children thrive in a conducive edly on their victory. We join in We are concerned about those social, economic and political The Council acknowledges and celebrating President Zuma’s unjustly arrested just for the mere environment which will enable recognizes the gravity of the re- positive response to this crisis, act of protesting and we call for them to attain their God-given cent mass student campaigns firmly believing that the plan to the release of these students to potential. dubbed’ #Fees Must Fall’, in de- engage and to fast-track a future create a positive resolution of the fense of poor families caught in of open access to tertiary educa- current challenges. In this regard, the SACC wishes the cross-hairs of spiralling costs tion is the right step to follow for to see a long-term solution to the of university education. all stake-holders.. The SACC plans to engage with matter of inadequate funding of all stakeholders - students, uni- university education. The churches’ pastoral support However the SACC is gravely versity management, government was manifest during the meeting concerned about the reported un- and the private sector, to explore of the leaders of South African bridled violent acts and wanton various options and ensure equi- Churches in Kempton Park which destruction of university property table access to university educa- was suspended to allow its dele- by some rogue elements at some tion for South African youth and gates to go to Wits University for campuses. citizenry aspiring for quality edu- an hour of silent presence and cation in our reputable academic

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“In Christ, I am a free woman, a daughter of God, and an heir of His promises.” Galatians 4:7 Page 8 THE GOOD HOPE DECEMBER 2015

Sunday School AWF Dorcas To Day Superintendents Consultation celebrates with the youth of the diocese Dorcas To Day is celebrated every two years. Dorcas trans- lated from Tabitha, was a Christian woman of Joppa who was a great friend and helper of the poor. Apostle Peter raised her from the dead, an event that greatly accelerated the spread of the Christian message (acts 9: 36- 42

On this day all AWF members are urged to organize an activ- ity to show the kind of love Dorcas did to any group of people in need, ie.

SHARING IDEAS: On 29th October 2015 at St John’s the Evangelist in Spend the day at a local hospital, helping to feed, clean the Crawford representatives of at least 13 parishes attended a Sunday School sick or reading and fellowshipping with them. Visit orphan- Superintendents Consultation led by the YPM. ages and taking gifts and clothes for the young ones. Visiting safe homes for the abused women. Organise a talent day, where members may showcase their handwork and articles are then sold to raise funds for the AWF. The funds are then Youth Alpha at distributed to needy homes. Heathfield High In the Diocese of Cape Town the AWF members are always very proud to display their talents such as; knitting, baking, From August-October 2015, fabric painting, sewing, embroidery and lovely food dishes. several local youth leaders in the Southern Suburbs It’s also a time of fellowship with one another. This year the had the privilege and joy to young people of our Diocese graced us with their talent, they serve again the learners at acted out the life of Dorcas and it was enjoyed by all. Heathfield High School. Be- cause of last year’s success- - Lucille Henniker ful Youth Alpha course at the school, they were asked to offer the course again. For most of the sessions, the course had more than 50 learners. On Tuesday after- noons, the youth leaders, learners and Ms. Sheril Reid-Jacobs, a teacher who served as the campus Youth Alpha coordinator, would meet together for fellowship, fun and deep, meaningful discussion on faith and life. All involved had a wonderful time, and the Holy Spirit Day was a truly special day in which God met each learner in a life-altering way. The youth leaders give thanks for the opportunity they had to serve the learners at the school.

Team members included:The Revd Basil Davids, St. Andrew’s Steenberg, Nick Haupt, St. Andrew’s Steenberg, Abigail Hopely, Diocesan Youth Coordinator, Keegan Lawrence, St. John Wynberg, Brandon Soules, St. John Wynberg, Michael Murphy, St. Luke’s Diep River, Nicole Roberts, St. Mark’s Athlone, Nicole Curtis, GtC/All Saints Plumstead in addition, special thanks goes to Lyle Meiring, Wayne Curtis, Colin Sasman and Taryn Williams who also served during the course.

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Isaiah 43:2 “I am assured of God’s presence in any and all situations.”