The Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew & Saint Michael

June, July, August, September, October 2016 Edition

The Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew & Saint Michael Bloemfontein

Thank you, loving Lord, for all the grace and mercy received here over 150 years; for the prayers answered, the blessings received, the healing of both mind, body and spirit. Continue to go before us as we try to seek to do Your will in the world. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen

th The 150 Celebration.

Dear friends in Christ,

A.M.D.G. = (To the glory of God). These are the words we find written on the foundation stone of the Cathedral, which was laid on 25 November 1850 by Major Warden, in the presence of the Archdeacon Merriman who had walked all the way from Grahamstown and back again; a distance of 800 miles; in order to attend this important day in the early stage of this Cathedral Church. And only on 30th November 1866 was the church consecrated.

As we celebrate this milestone in the life of the Cathedral, we give thanks to God for our forebears who laid a firm foundation. Many of them have since been called to a higher service. I strongly believe that as we celebrate 150 years, they form part of the cloud of witnesses who are celebrating with us and forming us in truth.

We also say thank you to all devout, loyal and committed members of this parish church. Over 150 years God has always been at the centre of our worship in this house of God. When we had our photographic exhibition and guided tours on 31st July, one realised that there is so much that has taken place here. We have such a great history and we are very grateful to God for it. The Cathedral has and will continue to be a spiritual home to many people, and many visitors have also come to experience the presence of God here.

As we celebrate we should not forget that we too have a responsibility to hand over to the next generation a healthy, vibrant church. How do we do that? We can look back in our history that in 1867, when the first organ arrived here, having been transported to Bloemfontein from England by sea and ox wagon. The organ was paid for by Anglicans in England, but upon arrival it was found that £83 was still owing for “carriage and erection charges”. History has it that the voluntary organist, Mr GA White, a bank manager, refused to play the organ until the debt had been settled. I believe this was a challenge and still is today for us as a church. The challenge for me is never to look outside for a financial injection. Outside patronage encourages the dependency syndrome and discourages personal responsibility, which is a recipe for a “nanny church”. We are 150 years old and I believe we are of age. We are grateful for all kinds of help from other parts of the Communion, but we are to be self-reliant. Let us stop going cap- in-hand, we can take this parish to the next level, the level that our Lord Himself would take us to. This needs a collaborative leadership and total commitment from all.

Sometime back I wrote in one of the “Visitors” about Archbishop Justin Welby. When he was interviewed, he was asked: “what is the state of the Anglican Communion?” His answer was “The Anglican Communion is flourishing, but fragile”. I believe the same can be said about the Cathedral, that “it is flourishing, but it is fragile.”

We don’t have to be complacent and relax. There is so much to be done. We can as a church learn so much from the last municipal election results, and the poor performance of some of the political organizations. As a parish we need to hear from time to time the voice of the people who are in critical solidarity with us, listen and then act, otherwise people will seek a spiritual home elsewhere. We must do away with the notion that people are born into the Anglican family and will die there too. This is a fallacy. 2

The next question is what should be our response to the challenge of the exodus of people from the so-called established churches? My only recommendations to the Anglican Church are:

1) Create a sense of family. A church needs to give its members a strong sense of family and relationship, of belonging to each other as well as to other brothers and sisters in Christ. Every local church should create a sense of relationship.

2) Become a welcoming community.

3) Never forget that the most essential ingredient – the individual believer - matters. He or she needs desperately to be recognised and cherished as a person and not merely as a part of the congregational “lump”. We must avoid a situation of crowded pews and lonely people. We can achieve this by practising the priesthood of all believers and by having a strong pastoral team.

As we celebrate may God richly bless and watch over us and never allow this our Cathedral to be relegated from the Premier league!

“Thus far the Lord has helped us.” (1Samuel 7:12)

Yours in Christ,

Dean Lazarus Mohapi

Before After

Editor: (Fr Lazarus shoes)

My father brought me up with the knowledge that you can tell a man’s character by the way he wears his shoes, clean and tidy.

SN P-ETS?

One of our stalwarts here at the Cathedral, Dot Thompson, passed away on 14th May (just after her 94th birthday on 7th) after having had a brain operation to drain fluid off her brain, following a fall. Her funeral was on 19th May, attended by her niece Ann Dabner and her husband from East London and many others. When I attend the service at 09h00 on a Sunday, my eyes automatically go to where Dot used to sit and not to see her is quite devastating. We mourn with all her friends and family. Dot was a member of the Cathedral Parish since the 1930”s.

Another stalwart who passed away was Paddy Meyer, She died on the 26th July, 2016 suddenly.

The last remaining nun from the Community of St Michael and All Angels, Sr Joan (Marsh), also passed away, on 13th May at the age of 97 years old. Her funeral took place at the Cathedral and her ashes are interred in the special plot reserved for the sisters in the gardens. There was just one remaining spot kept especially for her, as she was the last sister of that order. She had spent 67 years with St Michael’s School and died peacefully at Serenitas where she had been living. The Community of St Michael and All Angels was a religious order of sisters in South Africa, founded by Bishop Alan Becher Webb in 1874.

Maneheng Raphuthing’s (who is in charge of our Sunday School) granny, Violet, passed away at the beginning of June. Then her father, Ntlafatso Raphuthing, passed on 10th July and was buried in Lesotho on 23 July. And on 21st August her uncle passed away. What a run of sadness.

The father of Thabang Ntsane, William Ntsane, died in July. Fr Lazarus attended his funeral on 16th July at Rocklands. Nomalizo Zulu’s cousin was buried on 30th July. Khotso Sebogodi’s brother, Simon died recently. Matthews Mohutsioua or Shakes, as he is known, lost his father-in-law Judge Khumalo in July. He died in Centurion. Martina Moss’ father passed away in Lesotho in July. Shoeshoe Zulu lost her father-in-law in Natal recently. He was buried in Durban on 27th August. 4

Josephine Madimabe was killed in an accident near Clarens together with 10 others. She leaves a child, Lesego Karabo. Her memorial / funeral service took place at the Cathedral on Saturday 27th August. A mass funeral was held for the others at the CRC Church on the previous Wednesday. Our condolences to the family.

Chirp from the Editor:- Josephine was nicknamed “Sunshine” in the Parish office as she was always smiling and had such a lovely personality. Arnold Mogodi’s brother passed away recently.

Their son, Aobakwe (Baks) has had a shoulder operation following an old rugby injury just after Esme returned from training in Pretoria for 3 months.

Esme’s brother died recently in Virginia.

Daughter Neo took part in the Inter-Africa tennis and has been doing well.

A previous churchwarden of the Cathedral, Stephen Sondiyazi passed away on 3rd August. He is survived by Charlton, his brother and three children Nolly, Khaya & Ancle. Stephen’s wife, Sarah, passed away in 2009.

Noliyolo Khloe Sondiyazi had this to say about her feelings on August 14 at 5:27pm My dad might be gone but my uncle has been there for me seeing that everything is okay, seeing that I have eaten, seeing that I’m well cared for I’d like to say thank you so much God for blessing me with my Dad he might be gone but he is in my heart and I know that I’m not alone. I just pray that God keeps Rangwane till I get old enough so that he sees my success. God please give strength to me to do him proud.

The mother of the late Fr Rob Butterworth, Mabel Wallace, passed away suddenly in Cape Town. She had remained a good friend to Daphne van der Merwe and they often used to chat on the phone. She is seen here with Mary and Jan’s two daughters.

Our condolences go out to all these families and friends at this time.

Congratulations to Kate Roberts, daughter of Gerald and Karen Roberts, for being chosen as the coach for the triathlon team that went to the Olympic Games in August in Rio de Janeiro. Since she returned to South Africa in 2013, she has based herself in Pretoria at the High Performance Centre and coaches the triathletes. Henri Schoeman one of her athletes, won a bronze medal at the Olympics! What a feather in her cap! Congratulations!

Gerald and Karen have just returned from Perth, Australia visiting Tessa and family. (Kate’s twin sister). Tessa and her husband are expecting their second child in November.

Anne and Peter McLeod (old Bloemfonteiners!) have retired peacefully to Fish Hoek for the last eight years, and they are enjoying every minute of it! They often see Alice Butterworth (when she is in town!) and Edward and Margaret Smit-Wright, whom many older readers will remember. Anne and Peter McLeod Anne has just had a tooth implant and Peter has been recovering from a knee operation as well as heart surgery. They are still involved in Edward Smit-Wright the Caledonian Society too.

We also heard from Carol Keep who has transplanted to East London. She has not yet sold her house in Brandwag (anyone looking for a home in Bloemfontein?) but is living in a 1- bedroomed cottage in Fairlands, Cambridge. Unfortunately she had much of her jewellery stolen by a domestic worker. But she does some temporary teaching at schools as well as proofreading, going to Bible Study classes, and long walks on the beach with her dog, Roma. She keeps as active as ever playing tennis, and often plays the organ for funerals or other services.

Someone else who is enjoying being retired is Bishop Paddy Glover. He said that he and Kirsty are taking dancing lessons – they have already mastered the waltz, foxtrot and swing! Bridget Law (nee Glover) lives in Sydney Australia, but Richard, Catherine and Nicholas all live in Johannesburg. All are well and send love to those who know them.

Bits Quin (from Bishop’s Glen) went to the Doctor for a colonoscopy and ended up in ICU with a perforated bowel! She is now home and getting stronger by the day!

Tlagu Molokoane’s mother, Mara, is ill. She has shingles.

Mathulo Phalane’s cousin has battled with high blood sugar which damaged his kidneys; now he is on dialysis twice a week.

Anne Ochse has gone to Cape Town to be with her children. Monica came from Namibia for an operation in Cape Town on 22nd July, and Anton had an operation on 11th August.

By the way Anne and Derek had been married for 65 years!

Stop Press: Anne phoned to let us know that everything went so smoothly with Monica that she was discharged from hospital a few days early! Thank you Lord! Also thank you Lord for bringing Anton safely through his operation!

Fr Michael and Ruth Everitt celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary on 18th July. James, their son, obtained A*’s in Maths and Further Maths, as well as A’s in German and History. He has been given a place at Hatfield College, Durham University, to read for a MMath in Maths and European Studies. Does he take after his father or his mother?? Well done!

Mary-Ann and Franco Damons had been married for 19 years on 21st June.

Well done, all of you!

Another lot of proud grandparents have been celebrating!

The Eagars, John and Trixie, are grandparents again on 19th May.

Basil and Cheryl Schroeter have also been blessed with another grandchild Isabella who was born on the 3rd June – child of their daughter Donae and son-in-law Etienne and a sister for Lilly.

Bruce and Trudie Harrison are also another granddaughter richer. Daughter to Samantha and Van Eck and sister of Margorie Ann. Our Elizabeth Jane Zwiegers, decided to make her grand entrance on the 31st August at 7am at 38 weeks and weighing in at 3.1kg. Very peaceful child, drinks for hours... and sleeps for hours. So glad you are here safe and sound, our little Lizzy.

Dimpho Letloenyane went with the Bloemfontein Children’s Choir to sing in Texas, USA. He is the son of Bishop Dintoe and Zanele.

Anthea Jansen has just qualified as an NLP practitioner and life coach, so if you need help, contact her.

Judge Constance Mocumie has been appointed to the Appeal Court here in Bloemfontein! She went to St Paul’s High School in Taung where she matriculated, then studied at the University of Zululand and the University of North-West. She started working in Molopo in 1991 as prosecutor and in 1994 she was appointed magistrate in the same court. She then moved to Pretoria in 2002 to become district magistrate and became an advocate there in 2004. In 2008 she was appointed judge in the Free State Supreme Court, and has also been part of the Appeal Court and the Labour Appeal Court here. For 4 years she has been president of the International Association of Women judges in South Africa. Well done, Connie! We are so proud of your achievements!

Fr Michael and Louise Bands write from Scotland that they so enjoy reading our “Cathedral Visitor” and catching up with news from people that they remember. They send love to those who remember them. He said that they would think of us in October as we celebrate our Patronal Festival on 2nd October with the formal Luncheon. Tickets are available from the office.

Following the death of her husband, Derek Harriot, in the UK, Yvette (nee McKay) returned to South Africa and spent a few months here in Bloemfontein. What a joy to hear her voice ringing through the rafters of the Cathedral again– especially when we sang “O for a thousand tongues to sing”! She will be moving on to Cape Town and we wish her well there.

Sam Marais continues to be unwell. We miss him at his place, too, on a Sunday!

Clive Househam recently had to spend 5 days in ICU because of a heart condition. He is much better now and sends love to all.

Elaine Hickling is undergoing Chemo. Pam Murray is getting along and she and Elaine often join us at the Thursday morning service at 09h30. Wolf Helmes is also undergoing treatment but also still comes regularly to the same service with Muriel. This service really seems to be attracting a lot of people recently. Baby Lange also attends it as she finds it is too cold for her at 07h30 on a Sunday.

Delysia Hoehne, Daphne vd Merwe, Pam Murray, Sonja Loffstadt, Lin Brice 9

Baby Lange, Marlene Hamaty, Norine van Arkel Eunice Muller and PamMurray

Thelma Moncur has returned to Bloemfontein and seems to be better. Other members of the Moncur family are unwell – James and Teneille.

Eldrid Boraine was given an amazing Father’s Day gift of an unexpected visit from his daughter, Jacqui, and her two children, Zach and Quinn! He and Liola were on holiday at Umhlanga in June when out of the blue Jacqui arrived from Cape Town!

Charlotte Kettle has been to England again to see her mother and children, Elizabeth and Christopher, as well as the grandchildren, of course! Charlotte’s mother is now 104 years old! Her aunt (her mother’s sister) is 102 years old and still walks to the bus stop to go shopping! Charlotte returned on 12th August.

The monthly get it magazine for September showed this photo of the Shilling girls at a Jaguar Bloemfontein Womens’ day gathering

Those confirmed by the Bishop at the service on 21st August are:

THABISO MOKOENA KOPANO NAMANE SUE-LYNN PILLAY MAMOHAU MASITHELA GALALETSANG SETLHARE JAY-LYNN LOUW THAM-LYNE GELDERBLOEM INGA MAGWENTSHU FRANKLIN DAMONS MATTHEW HENDRICKS CHAD SHARNECK KELETSO VINGER AMOGELANG MOKGOTHO UVIWE NDENZE NALEDI NKOBA KUDA DHITAURO KEANAN MINNAAR TEBOGO MAHUPE MOTSUEMANE THANDAZANE

Thirteen years ago an ambitious Cordon-Bleu chef aged 25years old, moved back to Bloemfontein and opened her own restaurant, Seven on Kellner in December 2003. Of course that means Kim Brackenridge! Now after 13 years she has sold the restaurant and will move to Stellenbosch to work at Wild Peacock Products teaching other chefs how to work with high- end local and international produce. She studied at Silwood School of Cookery in Cape Town and after that she went to the Channel Islands for 4 years before returning to Bloem.

Congratulations to Andrew Beelders that has been selected to participate in the South African Junior Chess Championships in Cape Town in December in the under-10 age group.

Written by Sandy Botha

OUR 150TH CELEBRATIONS SO FAR:

We started the year with a “bring and share” luncheon in the Hall on June 12th. It was a really cold blustery day and we all so enjoyed the steaming hot oxtail, stews, curries and a whole host of vegetables and then even puddings with custard and ice cream! We left having been enriched with food and even more with fellowship!

Photo Submitted by: Phumlani Mthethwa Our Treasurer was present, and she wasen’t keeping account of the costs.

Our next event was the Historical photo exhibition and tours around the Cathedral, which took place on 31st July. Sandy and her helper did a wonderful job of collecting photos and with the help of the National Museum, having them enlarged to A4 size, and laminated, gave a real “walk down memory lane” to many. There were over 250 photos from “toeka se dae” till recent, covering the old Synods, choir events and servers, the rebuilding of the tower, and of course all the personalities who have walked through these doors in the past. The AWF “manned” the Tea Garden Chris and Carol Ashman and Sandy Botha and Fr Lazarus led many people through the Cathedral explaining things to an amazed audience.

Unfortunately the planned High Tea never happened due to different factors, but we are looking forward to the formal Luncheon on 2nd October. This will take place on our Patronal Festival (birthday) which we celebrate on the Feast of St Michael and All Angels that falls on 29th September. The guests of honour will be Bishop Julian from Blackburn, England, and his wife, the Dean and the Mayor of Bloemfontein has been invited as well! There are only a limited number of tickets @R200 each available so if you would like to join us at the luncheon, please contact the office on 051-4483010. The three course menu has a seafood starter, rump roast and a chicken dish, with 3 veggies and salads, as well as cheesecake, fruit salad and ice cream. There will be wines and juice on the table, and should you prefer something stronger (or weaker!) please feel free to bring your own. For more information please phone Sandy at the office on the number above. To round off an amazing year, we are planning a Debutante’s Ball on 19th November. The debs are all hard at work trying to raise funds for the Cathedral’s Outreach programmes, so please support them when you see them. 12

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 18 25th 25 26TH SUNDAY SUNDAY OF Of THE YEAR THE YEAR 07h30 – Holy 07h30 – Holy Eucharist Eucharist

Sunday PARISH 09h00 – Sung BREAKFAST Eucharist 09h00 – Sung Bopanang group Eucharist

19 Theodore of 26 Lancelot Tarsus Andrewes 17h30 – Holy 17h30 – Holy

Monday Eucharist Eucharist

20 John 27 Coleridge 08h00 - Holy Patteson Eucharist 08h00 - Holy 08h30 – Staff Eucharist meeting 08h30 – Staff 09h30 – Knit & meeting Knatter at Siesta

Tuesday 09h30 – Knit & 15h30 – Bible Knatter at Siesta Study – 15 17h30 – Council Dickie Clarke meeting Street

21 ST 28 MATTHEW – 08h00 – Holy Ember Day Eucharist 08h00 – Holy Eucharist Wednesday 22 29 ST 09h30 – Holy MICHAEL & Eucharist ALL ANGELS 09h30 – Holy

Thursday Eucharist

23 Ember Day 30 Jerome

08h00 - Holy 08h00 – Holy Eucharist Eucharist Friday 17 24

08h00 - Holy 08h00 - Holy Eucharist Eucharist Men’s Fellowship Saturday picnic at Sandstone Estate

Greetings from Bishop Paddy

I was sad to read in a recent edition of “The Cathedral Visitor”

that Brian Cooper, Paul Lange and Dot Thompson had died.

When Bishop Tom Stanage invited me to succeed Aidan Cross as Dean of the Cathedral in 1987, Brian, Paul and Dot were already loyal and longstanding members. Their passing made me think not only of their special contribution to its life and witness, but to many others besides, who had gone before them, having completed their journey to the heart of God.

For me, the Cathedral of St. Andrew & St. Michael is much more than an historic building and national monument, which is now 150 years old.

I remember the Cathedral rather as an extended Family, who were bound together by bonds of mutual friendship and sense of common purpose.

Not like Cathedrals overseas, which usually tend to be autonomous entities, Bloemfontein Cathedral has always operated as a Parish, as well as serving as the Mother

Church of the Diocese, with everything that involves.

The pastoral ministry of the Cathedral has always been of paramount importance and this legacy, the result of many years of effort, needs to be renewed , by each successive generation of those in leadership. Just as a chain is only as strong as its weakest link, so too, the Cathedral’s ministry to its own members needs to be

vigilantly and diligently exercised , if it is not to go by default.

One of the priorities, when I was Dean, was regular visitation of Parishioners by the Clergy. At the weekly Staff Meetings, the Visitation Schedule was updated and all visits undertaken reviewed , insofar as any follow-up required. This had its funny moments. On one occasion, due to some confusion and duplication with the Visitation lists, a certain parishioner was surprised and mystified to receive three pastoral visitations by the Cathedral Clergy, on the same day. The Parishioner in question expressed concern at what had prompted this intensive three- pronged offensive .

In this regard, I wish to pay tribute to the fine Clergy who served with me at the Cathedral. I will always be grateful to Canon Robert Butterworth, Fr. Bertie Salo, Fr. William Mostert, Canon David Bannerman and Fr. Isaac Rustoff, together with Sister Constance, who all at various times ministered at the Cathedral, in their own special and unique manner.

It is my hope that an ongoing concern for the wellbeing of its Parishioners will continue to be a hallmark of the Cathedral’s pastoral ministry. For this to happen however, it is essential that the Cathedral is adequately staffed insofar as stipendiary Clergy are concerned. It is unrealistic to expect the Dean to provide the ministry required, given the Diocesan responsibilities he has to discharge.

I also, often think of the many wonderful Lay people who are now in glory; together with those who still continue to add value to the Cathedral, for their unstinting service during my time as Dean. I am extremely grateful to God for calling me to serve as their servant leader.

Kirsty, my partner- in -ministry these many years, joins me in thanking you for your loving support, when we were in post and assuring you of our prayerful good wishes as you continue to glorify God, after 150 years of distinguished service as a Cathedral Parish ,to the people of Bloemfontein and the Free State.

May the Lord continue to prosper the life and ministry of the Cathedral of St. Andrew & St. Michael in the many years ahead.

+ Paddy

Knysna. 12th

Congratulations to everyone at the Cathedral on your 150th Anniversary!

My association with the Cathedral of St Andrew and St Michael goes back some 65 years, but it nearly didn’t happen at all because my parents had decided to emigrate from our birthplace in London to Australia! Hearing of this, my father’s sister, a missionary who was joining the Community of St Michael and All Angels, told them of a vacancy in Bloemfontein. So it was that my father applied and was appointed as Music Teacher at St Andrew’s School, and Organist and Choirmaster of the Cathedral.

I was not quite 3½ when we arrived, so you will understand that my memories are a little fuzzy. I am told that my three sisters and I used to sit in the front row of the nave for Services. I remember one occasion sitting next to my father on the big, polished wooden bench seat of the organ when he played for a wedding. It was a pipe organ in those days. I have more memories of the house where we lived in Exton Road – it belonged to the Cathedral – and of the Bishop, Cecil Alderson, who befriended my parents. He used to visit our home and sometimes took us four children out for drives in his car. From time to time we went to play in the garden of the Bishop’s house, where there was a pond with goldfish.

Other Cathedral friends included Wilfred and Daisy Mosley. He sang in the choir until they moved to Durban to be near their daughter. The Mosleys became our surrogate grandparents, affectionately called Ouma and Oupa to distinguish them from our grandparents in England.

After two years we moved to Durban, but our connections with Bloemfontein continued through my aunt, Sister Constance CSM&AA. She came to stay with us most years during the July holidays, and I have very clear memories of our visits to Bloemfontein when I was 11 and 15. We stayed at St George’s, the Sisters’ guest house, on the corner of Markgraaf Street and St Andrew’s Street. We attended Sunday Eucharists in the Sisters’ Chapel at the old St Michael’s, and walked along to the Cathedral for Evensong, receiving a hearty welcome from Dean Aidan Cross. After the Service we would cross the road for a cup of tea in the Cathedral Hall. I remember also visiting one of the two clergy houses which stood next to the hall, with their front doors opening directly on to the pavement. Bishop Alderson maintained contact with my parents, even after he became Bishop of Mashonaland, and several times came to our house for a meal when he was in Natal on holiday.

I returned to live in England when I was 18, but monthly letters from Sister Constance kept me informed of goings-on at the Cathedral, where she served as Sacristan and later as Parish Worker. Forty years ago, in 1976, she came to Oxford to attend my Ordination as Priest. In 1985 I stayed three weeks with the Sisters at the new St Michael’s, and attended Cathedral Services with my aunt. I had a voluntary role as Chaplain to the English Committee of Help to CSM&AA, a small organisation that raised funds and interest for their work. We held a meeting in London each year, sometimes with one of the Sisters as speaker. Neo Notley was Chairperson – she is a daughter of Archdeacon Donald Bailey who is commemorated by a stone in the floor of the Sanctuary, and an old girl of St Michael’s School. Since the 1990s my visits to Bloemfontein and the Cathedral have been more frequent and it is always a joy to be back in

one of my first spiritual homes. Sister Constance’s ashes are buried in the CSM&AA Garden of Remembrance, making a permanent family connection to the Cathedral.

May God bless you all, both in the celebrations and as you begin the next 150 years.

Fr Michael Sparrow. North Ockendon, Essex, England.

A MEMORY FROM THE CATHEDRAL

Living in the Cathedral close could, from time to time, be an alarming experience. As we were situated on a main thoroughfare, we were very exposed to all sorts, especially before the fences and electric gates were installed. However, we had an efficient alarm system – too efficient, as it happens. It was not always a human intruder that set the siren going as even a moth fluttering in its operational path or the movement of the wild cats that lived in the roof above the St Michael’s chapel could get it going. Obviously, we had to respond to each alarm and this is an account of one such event.

Our custodian (as the Estate Manager used to be called) at that time was Gerry Dearden, who, with his wife, lived in one of the retirement cottages. In the small hours of one very dark night the wail of the siren in the cathedral went off. I leapt out of bed and, barefoot and without my glasses, ran down to the choir vestry door, only to bump into Gerry, also in his pyjamas and without his teeth, bravely responding to the call to action. We got in, switched on the lights, turned off the alarm and set about finding the burglar. I’m not sure what we thought we were going to do because we were severely handicapped: I couldn’t see and Gerry couldn’t bite anyone. Moreover, the elastic in my shortie pyjamas had given in, which meant that I had to dedicate one hand to keeping my pants up. You have never seen a more unlikely pair of defenders of the faith! Just as we were assessing our position, the security company man, alerted by the alarm in his office, appeared on the scene, altogether more businesslike and better equipped than Gerry and I were. He regarded us disbelievingly and, I think, was hard-put to stop himself from laughing!

It turned out to be another false alarm, so we locked up and with what little dignity we could muster, made our way home again, knowing that, when the call came, we were there. There was some satisfaction in that even if, in most respects, we would have been pretty hopeless at overpowering any miscreant. Gerry and I never mentioned the incident again, as some things in life are best forgotten!

Much love and many blessings, Michael

The Revd Canon Michael Bands Montagu Cottage 20 Princes St Lochmaben DG11 1PQ United Kingdom Telephone +44 (0)1387 811 149

BRING AND SHARE LUNCHEON

As part of the 150th Anniversary of the Inauguration of the Cathedral of St. Andrew and St. Michael, we decided to do something different.

On the 12th June 2016, we had a “Bring and Share Luncheon” in the Cathedral after the morning service.

Each family was requested to bring along their favourite dish to share at the luncheon. These delicious dishes were placed on a long, beautifully decorated buffet table in the centre of the hall. What a beautiful sight that was! The aromas, the selection, the presentation and the colours, enough to make anybody’s mouth water.

Each family also brought their own choice of drinks, to enjoy with a scrumptious meal.

Congratulations to us all for making this another successful fellowship event and there was much appreciation for every family who contributed towards the luncheon and the staff who did the cleaning up on Monday.

We must really try this again in the New Year.

Stephen Grimsley

Historical Photo Exhibition and Guided Tours through Cathedral

The congregation of the Cathedral as well as many visitors thoroughly enjoyed our long awaited celebrations for this wonderful event in the history of our Church.

We started off with a Photographic Exhibition held in the church Hall organised by the indefatigable Sandy Botha who turned the Hall into a room full of pictures and memories

White Boards were arranged down the centre of the hall with past and present Cathedral families, weddings, photos of men and women [and children] who had worshipped here and left their mark.

Many people sent Sandy photos, long hidden in cupboards. It was truly a magnificently visual feast. All around the walls too, were photos and memorabilia that pertained to our history. Sometimes it took a little while to recognise members of our congregation from years ago, when they were children, but that was half the fun. There were photos of the various Dean’s, Archbishop’s and Priests from early times in black and white grainy old photos - all very interesting to us today.

Sandy had many helpers – it was definitely a team effort, and it was much enjoyed by all who came to see the photographs and indulge in laughter and reminiscing. Our thanks to Sandy and all who assisted her.

It was a wonderful Saturday, and Lee Hopkinson even found a mention of Boycie’s grandfather [?] in the marriage register.

After browsing for a while we could also have a cup of tea/coffee too.

Written by: Carol Ashman

CHURCHWARDEN’S CORNER

I GREET YOU IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST OUR SAVIOUR AND REDEEMER

I have been trying to understand what it is that brings us to worship at the Anglican Cathedral of St Andrew and St Michael. Is it because we are truly committed members of the Anglican Church or is it just a habit to attend Sunday morning Mass? I am challenged as the “trend” /observation being that the attendance by members and visitors at certain services such as the Good Friday/Easter/Christmas services, is good, however during Winter the attendance is much lower especially during the mid- year school vacation. Are we true to our Faith or is being an Anglican/Christian a nice-to-have?

The Sacrament of Baptism is a very important part of our lives as Attendance at these services is also very good. We believers in Christianity should be elated at this new beginning of the members we present into our faith, but unfortunately the very next Sunday we are somewhere else, notwithstanding that we the Parents and Godparents had made solemn promises to nurture these newly baptized persons into adulthood as young Christians!

Baptism is the Sacrament with the use of water, by which a person is admitted to full membership of the Church. As Anglicans the tradition of infant baptism is practised with the understanding that after preparing/teaching, the person will return to the Church to confirm their Baptismal promises at the Sacrament of Confirmation.

NB: Confirmation should not be taken lightly. The preparation of candidates for Confirmation is very important and there are no short cuts or quick fixes. The requirements should be met and continuous attendance of Confirmation classes is non- negotiable.

Please give generously to the Church in order to ensure that we keep the doors open. We have noticed a drop in the income/pledges/donations and this results in the Church not being able to meet its obligations which are amongst others, our Common Fund commitment of R55 000 per month to the Diocese. Other major expenditure items are the Water and Electricity bills, allowances to the Clergy, printing, administration and the maintenance costs of the Infrastructure. You are most welcome to see the Financial Statements (pasted on the hall windows) in order to realise what the actual costs are to have the Cathedral Church continuing serving Bloemfontein for the next 150 years.

A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR FAITHFULL AND COMMITTED MEMBERS

Eldrid Boraine

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 30 31ST 2 27th SUNDAY 9 28th SUNDAY 16 29th 23 30th SUNDAY OF OF THE YEAR OF THE YEAR SUNDAY OF SUNDAY OF THE YEAR – ST MICHAEL 07h30 – Holy THE YEAR THE YEAR 07h30 – Holy & ALL ANGELS Eucharist 07h30 – Holy 07h30 – Holy – PATRONAL Eucharist 09h00 – Sung Eucharist Eucharist 09h00 – Sung FESTIVAL Eucharist PARISH 09h00 – Sung Eucharist 07h30 – Holy BREAKFAST Eucharist Eucharist Sunday 09h00 – Sung Bopanang Group Visit from 09h00 – Sung Eucharist Archbishop Eucharist Thabo 12h30 for 13h00 – Formal Lunch in the Hall

31 3 10 Rogation 17 Ignatius of 24 ST JAMES 17h30 - Holy 17h30 - Holy Day Antioch THE BROTHER Eucharist Eucharist 17h30 - Holy 17h30 - Holy OF OUR LORD Eucharist Eucharist 17h30 - Holy

Monday Eucharist 4 Francis of 11 Philip the 18 ST LUKE 25 Assisi Deacon – 08h00 - Holy 08h00 - Holy 08h00 - Holy Rogation day Eucharist Eucharist Eucharist 08h00 - Holy 08h30 – Staff 08h30 – Staff 08h30 – Staff Eucharist meeting meeting meeting 08h30 – Staff 09h30 – Knit & 09h30 – Knit & 09h30 – Knit & meeting Knatter at Siesta Knatter at Siesta

Tuesday Knatter at Siesta 09h30 – Knit & 17h30 – Council 15h30 – Bible Knatter at Siesta meeting Study – 15 15h30 – Bible Dickie Clarke Study – 15 Street Dickie Clarke Str 5 12 Rogation 19 Henry 26 08h00 - Holy 08h00 – Holy Day Martyn Eucharist 08h00 – Holy 08h00 – Holy Eucharist

Yy Eucharist Eucharist

Wednesday 6 Sr Henrietta 13 20 27

CSM & AA 09h30 - Holy 09h30 - Holy 09h30 - Holy 09h30 - Holy Eucharist Eucharist Eucharist Eucharist 17h30 – EXCO

Thursday 18h00 – AWF

7 William 14 21 28 ST SIMON

Tyndale 08h00 - Holy 08h00 - Holy & ST JUDE 08h00 - Holy Eucharist Eucharist 08h00 - Holy riday

F Eucharist Eucharist

1 Remigius 8 15 Teresa of 22 29 08h00 - Holy 08h00 – Holy Avila 08h00 - Holy 08h00 - Holy Eucharist Eucharist 08h00 - Holy Eucharist Eucharist Eucharist Saturday

Bingo Evening – Friday 13 May 2016.

The first event for 2016 was the Bingo Evening, and this fundraising effort required some research and volunteers. I was fortunate in co-opting many volunteers who really gave of their time and resources, which made my task much easier than I had initially envisaged.

We had a wonderful Bingo Evening which was fun filled with more than 160 people attending, despite the bitter cold evening! Not only did we give away R16 000 worth of prizes, we also made an amazing profit of R17 021.00.

I would sincerely like to once again thank the following sponsors:

Angelo Raynard, Arnold van Rooyen, Daphne van der Merwe, Sindi Marogoa, Connie Mocumie, Deirdre Elsmere, Deloris Kester, Fr Lazarus Mohapi, Jeneen Grimsley, Phumlani Mthethwa, Kathy & Kevin (Kevcor), Leanne Shilling, Maretha Krige, Nadine Koupis, Sandy Botha, Sharon Oglivie, Rene Kroutz, Gerald & Karin Roberts, Samantha & Wayne Beelders, Spa Kabane / Yolisa Tsibolane, Stephen Grimsley, Venite Walbrugh, Venita & George v/d Ross, Veronica Scharneck, Zanele Letloenyane.

Special thanks also to Sandy Botha, Cheryl Schroeter, Lydia Leshosi, Karin Jacobs, Yolisa Tsibolane, Deirdre Elsmere and Wilma and Venita v/d Ross for assisting in the kitchen, to Lerato Mohapi for assisting with bingo call-out, and to Rachel v/d Merwe for her superb catering. A big thank you to Stephen Grimsley for his hard work in keeping the bar running which made a good profit! Also a huge thanks to Basil Schroeter for the hall lay-out and to the kitchen staff for the putting out of cutlery. Thanks to our MC Rick Nuttall. This year Karin Jacobs arranged for the confirmation children to assist with the cleaning and washing of dishes which was a great help! Many people were very happy when they won prizes and there were more than enough prizes to give away. There were also lucky draws of 5 lucky numbers and I’m sure everyone that came to the Bingo had lots of fun! The Jacobs family was very fortunate to have won the sheep (main big prize) as well as the Microwave!

Thanks to all who supported the event, and to those who missed out, please support the Cathedral “Fun raising” events which will allow you to meet your fellow congregants and become involved as this is our church! If you have any suggestions/ideas as to how we could “better” this evening, please contact me.

Thanks Liola Boraine

CATHEDRAL FUNDRAISING International Evening – Friday 19 August 2016.

The second and popular event for 2016 was the International Evening held on Friday 19 August 2016. Many volunteers and donors were involved in making this event a special one.

The weather was superb and the evening was well enjoyed. Our final total raised for the evening was R 14611.00!!

I hereby wish to sincerely thank the following volunteers: Nozipho Sondiyazi, for the African Stall for those lovely African treats, Tarryn Swartz and Family for the beautifully decorated Pudding Stall, Sandy, Deirdre & Lydia as well as Amos and Zandile Moloi for the delicious Chinese food, Sue Loupos, Nadine and family for the amazing Greek delights, Karin Jacobs and Family for the divine Indian stall, as well as all ladies who assisted in cooking curry, Kevin & Kathy for the Italian stall – always a winner, the pizzas was very tasty, especially the chocolate ones was enjoyed by the youngsters. Veronica Scharneck for the new and interesting Portuguese Stall. Yolisa Tsibolane & Spa Kabane for the South African boerewors stall – beautifully decorated! Venita v/d Ross and family for Soup World, as well as the generous donation made by Rachel v/d Merwe and Yvette Myers. Virginia and Sylvia for the Tea/Coffee stall. A big thank you to Stephen Grimsley for his efforts and donations towards the BAR. A HUGE thanks to Basil for setting up the hall so beautifully and Cheryl for assisting with ALL the kitchen needs.

Thank you to each and every one who donated cash and kind!

Those who attended really made this evening very special, there was lots to eat, and lots to drink. Everyone truly enjoyed the evening and we most certainly will have it next year again! We had lots of dancing, karaoke and the children really enjoyed themselves.

WE ARE THE WORLD- MAKING IT A BETTER PLACE FOR YOU AND FOR ME!

Liola Boraine

Confirmation

“Baptism is the sacrament in which, by repentance and faith, we enter into this salvation, we are united with Christ in His death; we are granted forgiveness of sins. We are made members of His body and we are raised with Him to new life in the Spirit.

In Confirmation we come to be filled, through the laying on of hands, with the power of the Spirit for worship, witness and service.” - An Anglican Prayer book

Confirmation is an extension of our baptism. When we were baptized our parents/guardians made the vows on our behalf. However when we are confirmed, we renew the vows of our baptism with our own lips and from our hearts. Your intention therefore is to live a life of committed discipleship. This affirmation is confirmed through prayer and the laying on of hands by the confirming Bishop.

It was C.S.Lewis who said the following: I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else. What a profound statement. The very essence of our Christian discipleship rests on seeing God in everything we do. The sad reality though is that often parents see confirmation as a ‘nice to have’, something my child has to do. This mentality leads to young Christian people coming to confirmation unprepared for the commitment and seriousness it requires. Sadly not many of them have parental support, as some parents do not lead by example.

I have found that young people who were in the Sunday school, who were altar servers or participated in the life of the church and who have committed Christian parents, are a lot more geared towards the commitment and Christian discipline required.

In the Cathedral parish, confirmation extends beyond the actual service of confirmation. Post- service activities include outreach programmes and is basically the practical implementation of what has been learnt/taught in class. This year we were privileged to interact with young people from our link diocese of Blackburn. We also had a weekend retreat where parents were involved. When I think of the retreat, “Gods amazing grace” comes to mind. This year’s confirmation too, coincides with our 150 year celebrations in the Cathedral. So on all levels it has been amazing. I would like to thank Tlagu and Kayla for their assistance. I would also like to thank all parents and our Dean for their continued support. Above all, I need to thank the Lord’s celebrities, our beautiful new members who have publicly accepted Christ into their lives. This is a bunch of spirited young people who have forged beautiful friendships within the group. I often observe their Christian interaction with one another and I can only thank the Lord for this awesome privilege I have of working with these beautiful young people. To you I would like to say: “Don’t be a part time Christian. When God is not a part time Saviour”.

To prospective confirmation candidates make sure that YOU are ready for committing to a life in Christ. Make sure that it is your desire, and not the desire of your parents. If you are not involved yet, join the Sunday school or the altar servers. This will certainly broaden your knowledge and help to prepare for the big step called confirming your faith in the risen Christ.

“Defend , O Lord, these your servants with your heavenly grace, that they may continue yours for ever and daily increase in Your Holy Spirit more and more until they come to your everlasting Kingdom”

Indeed God’s grace is sufficient!

Karin Jacobs Youth Ministry

AMOGELANG- With the advanced technology (That I do praise for making life easier), the peer pressure,the temptation, young people are barely in an environment where it is easy to walk with God. In fact most dont even know the meaning of walking with Christ. Growing up in a Christian family, it has always been known to me that at some point in my life, my parents will give me the opportunity to choose whether or not I want to be confirmed. I do admit that it was a hard decision, But then again it is always the hard decisions that stick with you, and it was the best hard decision I have ever made. Through confirmation, I have gained not just friends, but brothers and sisters I can constantly journey with, alongside Christ. I have learnt more about God, and the different, yet connected ways that He means to everybody and I have realised much more what my body means to me and how I would like to keep it safe , even going as far as saving for a Purity ring. The journey with God has never been an easy one, but it is a journey where I know I’m safe and will never be alone. Temptation is merely a resistable urge now, that doesn’t even bother me more than once in a while. My faith is stronger and so is my relationship with God. Extending a family in the Lord, and that is what confirmation means to me.

THABISO- It was a way for me to learn about and get closer to God. I also grew spiritually. I wanted to be a member of the church as well as the Christian faith. Confirmation with friends makes it easier.

THE IMPACT OF CONFIRMATION ON FRANKLIN DAMONS

Since the start of the confirmation process, Franklin has literally grown more conscious of the role of Christ in his life. He has come to understand the importance and significance of the body of Christ for his personal development and journey with God. He is much more focused on understanding the Word of God as a compass in his life. Definitely much more spiritually centred and grounded in his identity in Christ. We are eternally grateful for the role the church is playing in his Christian development. Thank you to the Dean, Karin and Tlagu.

Yours in Christ, Mary-Ann and Franco

The Ministry of Purity- Kayla Jacobs

“Purity means looking to God for our standards, and NOT to the world” - This simple statement is a reminder of what God intended sex to be, a gift to be enjoyed between husband and wife. Outside the safe boundaries of marriage, sexual relations are wrong and ultimately destructive. We just need to look at the statistics of young people infected with HIV/AIDS and STIs, not forgetting the amount of innocent children who are often left destitute with a very bleak future because young parents are unable to care for them. As 2 Timothy 2:22 CAUTIONS- So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, alongside those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

Often when I talk to the young people in the church and show them my purity ring which I have worn for the past 5 years, the initial shock/mocking turns to wanting to do the same/wanting to emulate the goodness of obeying Gods commands. I remember clearly when I was in Grade 8 at my Alma Mater- St Michael’s School for girls, one of the old girls came to talk to us about staying pure. At that moment, in the Chapel I committed myself to a life of purity in the Lord. This decision was informed by a very profound statement she had made, which I have repeated to all the groups of young people I have been privileged to talk to: She said: “ Yes they mock us, they ridicule us for being pure, But the fact is we can become them anytime, But they can never become us again” . So yes, some will laugh, some will call us old-fashioned, but we revel in the fact that we will be undefiled on our wedding night. I want to encourage all young people, ladies and gentlemen, to pray to God for guidance. I promise you, once you have made the decision to remain pure, God just pours His blessing on you. Oh yes, I am in a relationship. My boyfriend fully understands and accepts that I am saving myself for that special person that God is preparing for me. I guess it becomes a test of sorts, to separate the sheep from the goats as my mother would say. She too, has been my motivation and encourager.

I Thessalonians 4: 3-5 For this is the will of God, your sanctification , that you abstain from sexual immorality, that each one of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honour, not in the passion of the lust like the Gentiles who do not know God.

May God continue to bless all our young people. May the church continue to pray for us all, as we are only human. May the Ministry of purity grow in our church- All by the grace of God.

Written by: Kayla Jacobs

The following is taken from a book called “Devil’s Advocate” by well-known British journalist John Humphrys, and certainly gives us something to think about:-

“I remember feeling terribly pleased with myself when I first landed a job with the BBC. I was based in Liverpool, the most exciting British beat for a reporter in those days, what with the Beatles and the Cavern Club and the dock strikes and everything else. They were still building the Anglican Cathedral and one of my first assignments was to make a film about the building work. It was a majestic project, started before I was born. I interviewed one of the stonemasons who had been working on it all his life. I pitied the poor chap. There was me, dashing hither and yon, never knowing what I might be doing the next day, master of my own timetable [news editor permitting] and my own destiny. And then there was this poor chap, turning up at the same time five days a week, chipping out more stone blocks to lay on the other stone blocks he’d been chipping out the day before and the day before ad infinitum. ‘Don’t you get bored?’ I asked him. ‘Why should I?’ ‘Well, all you’re doing is laying one stone on another year after year.’

‘No I’m not’, he said, ‘I’m building a cathedral. What will you leave behind you when you die?’ “ Submitted by: Mike Kettle

Church Chuckle.

An old priest was dying. He sent a message to the parish banker and lawyer to come to his home. When they arrived, they were ushered up to his bedroom. As they entered the room, the priest held out his hands and motioned for them to sit on each side of the bed. The priest grasped their hands, sighed contentedly, smiled, and stared at the ceiling. For a time, no one said anything. Both the banker and lawyer were touched and flattered that the priest would ask them to be with him during his final moments. They were also puzzled; the priest had never given them any indication that he particularly liked either of them. They both remembered his many long, uncomfortable homilies about greed, covetousness, and avaricious behaviour which made them squirm in their seats. Finally the banker said: “Father, why did you ask us to come?” The old priest mustered his strength and then said weakly: “Jesus died between two thieves, and that’s how I want to go.” Submitted by: Charlotte Kettle

Taken at the ‘International Supper’ of the Kettle’s

Kat Witham Diocesan Youth Officer Mob: 07813 903420 Twitter: @BDBofE Website: http://www.bdeducation.org.uk/

Dear Fr Lazarus,

I just want to say a huge THANK YOU for welcoming our young people’s trip to the Diocese of the Free State. We had such an amazing time in your beautiful country. It was fantastic to meet so many inspirational people, to make friends, to have once-in-a-lifetime experiences, to have brilliant opportunities and to learn from you and your ministry. The young people all thoroughly enjoyed the experience and for a number of them it has been life-changing. We have had a meeting with Bishop Julian Henderson and a Celebration Service since our return and it’s been great to hear the young people speak about the trip. Some of them have been motivated to volunteer for charities here in the UK, some have begun meetings to explore their vocation, some have changed their plans for their future, some have taken on leadership roles running church events or activities and all have shared about the trip with friends, families and their wider communities. It's been a privilege to see them all grow in faith and in confidence – thank you for welcoming them, trusting them and encouraging them. A number of them are desperate to return to the Free State!

Thank you especially for welcoming us to the Cathedral on our first full day. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting with your young people a number of times (say hi to Molly and the others from us) and the Cathedral hospitality is fantastic! Please pass on our greetings and gratitude to the whole Cathedral community and to Bishop Dintoe and his family.

Yours in Christ

Kat

PRAISE THE LORD for our successful Sales.

We have the most exciting news to share with our supportive congregation. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our “J.S. Team” the St Michael Chapel curtains costing R32 000 are fully paid for. Quite an achievement for those selling jumble as all our prices are low therefore for us to make R200 we have to sell many items of clothing. The money raised is immediately handed over to Sandy for banking.

After much discussion it was decided that our next project would be to fund new tablecloths and overlays. Seeing that this year, being a special year the 150th Anniversary of the Cathedral, new table clothes were needed for the various functions. Special thanks to Sandy who very kindly offered to buy the material and then to sew the table cloths and overlays.

Our most grateful thanks to all who donate jumble, we really appreciate your kindness and generosity.

A very big thank you goes to our “J.S. team” namely Basil Schroeter, Cheryl, Charlotte Kettle, Jean Prophet, Lettie Morris, Lin Brice, Liz Soderlund, Mike Kettle, Muriel Helmes and Sandy Botha. Thank you so very much for your constant help, support, cheerfulness and for giving up of your valuable time to help at the sales.

Dawn Huskins.

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From the Editor: Cheryl Schroeter

Here we go again, --it is Pollen time again! Pollen is harmless to most people but for some, like me, breathing pollen-laden air can cause symptoms ranging from sneezing and itchy, watery eyes to nasal congestion -- which, in turn, brings sinus trouble. Even though we get these times of things that burden us and have to wear funny masks we always know that there is ONE person’s love that we can always rely on to always help us get through anything. Our Lord is great! “ Sing to the Lord, all the earth; proclaim His salvation day after day. Declare His glory among the nations, His marvellous deeds among all peoples.” 1 Chronicles 16:23-24

Thank you to all of you who contribute to all the information in the book, without your input there wouldn’t be a magazine – all the SNIPPETS you share are so deeply appreciated and enjoyed by all. And to all our Advertisers, we appreciate your donation.

Anything you would like to add send to [email protected] or [email protected] or just hand in at the Parish Office.

MAGAZINE COSTS At Council it was noticed that the costs of copying, especially in colour, had risen dramatically this year. We are asking all magazine readers to think whether they would be happy seeing the magazine in black and white or not. If you would like to give a donation towards the cost of copying in colour, please send a cheque made out in the name of The Cathedral of St Andrew & St Michael, to PO Box 1523, Bloemfontein 9300. If you bank through the internet, a payment can be made giving “Donation mag” and your surname (unless you want to remain anonymous) as the reference. Please see the account details. Thank you for your generosity. A great WOW of thanks to ALL that have already donated every R10 counts.

JESUS’ MIRACLES QUIZ

1. Jesus walked on what body of water?

Caspian Sea Dead Sea Sea of Galilee Mediterranean Sea

2. Out of what woman had Jesus cast 7 demons?

Rhoda Margaret Martha Mary Magdalene

3. Jesus healed Simon Peter’s mother-in-law of what?

Blindness A broken hip Fever Leprosy

4. What was the occasion for Jesus turning water into wine?

A wedding A funeral Passover A bar mitzvah

5. What tree did Jesus cause to wither up?

Olive tree Date tree Fig tree Pomegranate tree

6. A gentile woman from Canaan begged Jesus to heal her daughter, who

Had leprosy Was lame Was demon-possessed Had died

7. Whose daughter died while Jesus was on the way to his house to heal her?

Jairus Jamtha Jonas Jacob

8. In what city did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead?

Bethesda Capernaum Nazareth Bethany

9. How many baskets full of pieces where left when Jesus fed the 5,000?

4 12 20 24

10. Who climbed out of the boat to meet Jesus walking on the water? John Peter James Matthew

TAKEN OUT OF THE ‘TODAY’ MAGAZINE 2004

KNIT AND KNATTER

This group meets each Tuesday morning at 09h30 at Siesta. We are a friendly group who would welcome further members. We do not expect you to be expert knitters: are there any around these days? It would be lovely if you are interested for you to give it a try. Further information from me. - -Delysia Hoehne telephone: 051-4361195.

SERVICES PROVIDED AT THE CATHEDRAL

Sunday Services: 07h30 Said Holy Eucharist 09h00 Sung Holy Eucharist & Sunday School in the Hall

The Cathedral over and above the Sunday services offers the following services:

Monday 17:30 Tuesday 8:00 Wednesday 8:00 Thursday 9:30 Friday 8:00 Saturday 8:00 Some of the ladies – that never want to go home!

I humbly request that whenever you are available, do attend these services. After the service on a Thursday everyone meets for tea and biscuits in the foyer, a lovely time of fellowship. Tea is also served in the Hall after the 09h00 service – join us!

As Anglicans we also pray at 12:00 midday and you are encouraged to do likewise. At 12h00 every day the bell at the tower gets rung and the Angelus is said:

The Bell that is erected in the gardens of the Cathedral

HOLY BAPTISM BY ARRANGEMENT Contact: Parish Secretary: Sandy Botha  051-448-3010

CONFESSION, COUNSELLING & INTERVIEWS BY ARRANGEMENT PLEASE Contact: The Priest - The Very Revd Lazarus Mohapi  051-447-3649  083-759-6688  [email protected] FOR AN APPOINTMENT 38

CATHEDRAL DIRECTORY

CLERGY PARISH STAFF

The Dean The Very Revd Lazarus Mohapi Parish Secretary: Sandy Botha  051-447-3649 Mon – Thurs 08h30 – 15h00 / Fri 08h30-13h00  083-759-6688  051-448-3010 or 051-447-6462  [email protected]  051-448-3078  [email protected]

Estate Manager Receptionist: Cheryl Schroeter Basil Schroeter Mon – Thurs 08h30 – 15h00 / Fri 08h30-13h00  084-504-5000  051-448-3010 or 051-447-6462  051-448-3010 or 051-447-6462  [email protected]

Contact Details: Postal: PO Box 1523, Bloemfontein 9300 Physical: 85 St George St, Bloemfontein 9301 E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] Website: htpp:/www.bloemcathedral.co.za Face-book: The Anglican Cathedral of St Andrew and St Michael, Bloemfontein

Bank Details: Account Name: The Cathedral of St Andrew & St Michael Bank: Nedbank Branch & code: Mimosa Mall 117-134 Account number: 1171082584 Please include your name and / or pledge number as reference

HOSPITAL VISITING: PLEASE NOTE: We always want to support Cathedral members and their family and friends who might be sick at home or in hospital. The clergy treat this ministry as a high priority BUT can only visit or pray for you if we know that you are not well. Please be sure to inform us of this need.

A short article for the Cathedral visitor: Construction: The foundation was cast which Rolf Du Plessis assisted with months ago. The actual building work commenced on 27 April 2016. Kenny Jampies who willingly agreed to “assist” with labour and building materials, the roof, glass, venetian blinds was purchased, donations of windows, floor tiles light fittings and the Electrical installation made it possible to complete the project during May 2016. Eldrid Boraine 39

JUMPING CASTLE TO HIRE

EST.1906

Corner of Eastburger and Zastron Streets Bloemfontein.

Telephone: 051-4473082 CONTACT:

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