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

Archbishop Thabo Makgoba launches a national conversation to rebuild , recover our vision and renew our society

PAGE 3 From the Bishop’s Desk

PAGE 4 Tribute to Lorna February

Archbishop Thabo Makgoba says ever, it is those very achievements come the unsustainable situation it is time for South Africans to stop which tell us we can do better than we find ourselves trapped in, where chanting “this must fall” and “that we are doing now. So although the there is not only inequality but in- PAGE 5 must fall” and together “create a social compact which inspired our equality of opportunity, which denies Drought relief in the deafening chorus of what must rise.” liberation and the early achieve- people the chance to advance them- ACSA He said this in his opening remarks ments of our democracy is fractured, selves by their own efforts. We have to the Socio-Economic Future of we can, if we act together, realise become a society in which “me” has South Africa (SEFSA) initiative being SEFSA’s objectives, which are to: replaced “we” – one in which we led by religious, civil society, busi- Rebuild hope and confidence among place our personal and family in- ness and community-based organi- South Africans; Recover our vision terests ahead of the interests of all sations. Excerpts from his remarks: and create a growing economy, and of us. We want instead to build a Renew the soul of our nation and courageous society in which we tap “Our nation is experiencing an un- build a united, prosperous and into the good in each South African precedented and historic crisis of healed South Africa. instead of preying on their fears and PAGE 6 distrust. Industry doesn’t trust gov- promoting hate. Mother’s Union Council bans the use ernment. Labour doesn’t trust gov- It is not as if we have to start from of styrafoam ernment. Civil society doesn’t trust scratch in this process. People at The faith leaders who form part of government. Traditional leaders and every level in every walk of life are this initiative are saying that we as a religious leaders don’t trust govern- already carrying out countless acts nation have lost our moral compass, ment. International banks and mar- of goodwill. Far too many people are partly because we in the faith com- kets don’t trust government. doing good in silos, failing to achieve munity have been too quiet for too the multiplier effect which coordina- long. We are asking and I am asking, And in response, government says, it tion could achieve. We now want what has led us to this epidemic lev- doesn’t trust anyone either. In fact, I to combine their efforts into a force el of distrust, this crossroads? South believe the most endangered species for good, guided by the values en- Africans have been tranquillized by PAGE 7 in South Africa is not what you think trenched in our Constitution with the unkept promises. They have been St Anne’s Home it is. It is trust. That is not to say objective of realising its promises. lied to and sedated into thinking that appeals to the Diocese that our achievements in the last 20 the promised answers are around for assistance years have been insignificant. How- We want to come together to over- the corner. continues on page 2

VOL 66VOL NO. 63 02NO. 05 FIRST FIRST PUBLISHED PUBLISHED 20 DECEMBER 20 DECEMBER 1950 1950 MARCH 2013 APRIL 2016 Page 2 THE GOOD HOPE APRIL 2016

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ERRATUM SEFSA from page 1: For decades, the promises of equal- ity haven’t been kept. The promise of equality of opportunity In the Vol 66 No.1 has failed to be delivered or achieved. We can’t just feel and March 2016 edition preach. We want more than just talk - we want action. of Good Hope, on page 3, the Revd For me as a Christian, observing Lent and approaching Easter, Sharon Davis was the SEFSA process reflects the workings of the movement of given the incorrect the Holy Spirit, transforming people, offering them new alter- designation. natives and encouraging them to be bold. This initiative offers the faith community an opportunity to express our support for She was licenced as those in government who are fighting to eradicate corruption. Priest-in-charge of Perhaps it offers us all an opportunity to create support mecha- St Barnabas, Cape nisms for honest public servants. It offers us a chance to ap- Town by Bishop peal to the humanity of both students who threaten violence and and destruction, and those in authority who are tempted to not as rector. demonise them. It gives us the space to say to the country: Stop! Vuka! Let’s The Editor apologis- think calmly and rationally and look for a way out of this crisis. es for the misprint. - Photo: Stephani Papini

Thomas Merton “Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance and order and rhythm and harmony.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 3 From the Bishop’s Desk

Dear friends as the next Bishop of Namibia Blessed Easter greetings to but were unable to elect a new bishop for Ni- you all as we continue to assa that will now be held back till we meet celebrate the joy and trans- again in September. Both were referred to forming power of the resur- the bishops after the dioceses failed to elect rection of our Saviour themselves. Other key items included a Can- on Law Workshop led by the Provincial Reg- Jesus Christ during this post-Easter season. istrars on behalf of the Canon Law Council Given the frenetically busy first quarter of the and Mission and Evangelism with particular year, including several pastoral situations that emphasis on Fresh Expressions and the An- have been energy and spiritually sapping, the glicans Ablaze 2016 Conference to be held renewing and life giving Easter proclamation here in Cape Town from 5 – 8 OCTOBER. that Christ has conquered and risen victori- We trust that parishes are well informed by ous over all things, has been most welcome now and encourage those planning to attend and liberating. It came as a timely and neces- to register early. Another thought provoking sary reminder that at the heart of our Chris- input focussed on the strategic use of Social tian faith and hope is the belief that darkness, Media by the Church. A key discussion cen- also say a huge “Thank you” to Fr. Horace evil, untruth, hate and even death, cannot tred around “Proposed Pastoral Guidelines” Arenz for the incredible job he has performed and will not overcome goodness, truth, right- for ministry to those of our members in same following the restructuring of our administra- eousness, life and love. Ultimately LIGHT sex unions and partnerships that will be on tion. We wish him a good and relaxing sab- WILL ALWAYS TRIUMPH OVER DARKNESS. the agenda of Provincial Synod in Septem- batical until July when he will take up new The Lord who is forever restoring, forgiving ber. This was usefully discussed at our last responsibilities at Bishopscourt. and making all things new is the risen Christ Clergy Forum and I have encouraged arch- who stands in our midst and shows us his deaconries to create a similar opportunity for CLERGY: The Revd Reeva Mulder has been wounded hands and side with the invitation wider discussion especially once the motion appointed to serve a second curacy at St to “come see, touch and believe”. May this that will go before Synod is made available. Cyprian’s Retreat as from 1 May 2016. The Eastertide be a time when we, with renewed As always Education remains a key priority Revd Lorna Laverello-Smith, originally from hope, gladly and joyfully appropriate the ben- for the SoB including the church’s role in Tristan da Cunha now serving in the Diocese efits of Christ’s victory over the darkness, schools, colleges and universities, the train- of Peterborough U.K, has been appointed to untruth, evil and corruption so pervasive in ing of newly elected bishops, and of course replace her at St Thomas’ Rondebosch as our lives and society. And may the power of Theological Education and Training at both from 1 June 2016. The Revd Gaile Beckett the resurrection enable us to daily LIVE THE residential and non-residential colleges. Your has been appointed to serve her second cu- EASTER MESSAGE. I also commend to you prayers are invited for the bishops as we con- racy in the Parish of Hout Bay as from 1 April Archbishop Thabo’s powerful statement re- tinue to wrestle with these matters. 2016. Please pray for them. leased when recently launching a national conversation on the “Socio-Economic Future DIOCESAN APPOINTMENTS: We congratu- FAREWELL: We bid farewell to Fr. Richard of South Africa”. late Ms Charleen Van Rooyen on her appoint- Girdwood who ended his ministry at St. Mi- ment by the Archbishop as our new Diocesan chaels Observatory at Easter to return to New FEBRUARY EPISCOPAL SYNOD: The Dio- Administrator. Charleen has served us ex- Zealand. Thank you Fr. Richard and blessings cese of Grahamstown warmly hosted the tremely well as Finance Manager for almost for the future. bishops in East London for the first Synod 5 years and this experience will stand her in of 2016. The bishops firstly elected Canon good stead in her new responsibilities. We Christ is risen, We are risen, Alleluia. +Garth

St Mark’s District Six gives thanks to Father Julian Titus and welcomes Father Austen Jackson as rector

“Wait on the Lord, be strong and take heart The creative arts as a nod to the creative and wait on the Lord” was the go-to verse of spirit of the community of District Six was Psalm 37 during the period of interregnum represented by Diana Ferrus (poet) as well at St Mark’s District Six. With wisdom and as Marlene Le Roux, director of Artscape tact (and the regular Sunday joke) Father who surprised the congregation with a Julian Titus shephered St Mark’s through solo (accompanied on the piano by Father this 3 year period of discontinuity where we Austen’s wife, Belinda). In keeping with were encouraged to re-visit the ministry, to the history of the area, the director of the reflect, and to re-learn how to be a church District Six Museum commemorated the again. It was an opportunity for parishion- 50th anniversary of the forced removals. ers to become more active in order to keep The readings for Sunday 6th March were things going. It was a fertile time of re-dis- profound. The message of endings and new covering our gifts and our commitment to St beginnings, together with Father Austen’s Mark’s. Thank you Father Julian! address to re-create rather than to revive perhaps prophetically set the tone for Fa- On Saturday 5th March 2016, the baton ther Austen’s ministry at St Mark’s. God’s was handed over to Revd Austen Jackson. timing is always perfect! - Merle Vrede

“In Christ the heart of the Father is revealed, and higher comfort there cannot be than to rest in the Father’s heart.” Andrew Murray Page 4 THE GOOD HOPE APRIL 2016

Tribute to Lorna February

a leader in the Scout Movement along with or defend anyone whom she felt was being others such as Una and her late husband marginalized. She was politicized by her Anthony Langenhoven. Lorna was a founda- grandmother Auntie Katie Dyers who was tion member of the parish youth group, then involved in the Trade Union movement. called the Reflectors and soon was involved in the Diocesan Youth Council. At her Requiem Mass on 5 March at St Martin’s, Bergvliet, where at one time she Often at our meetings in the 1970’s then had served as Alternate Warden, tribute was held in the Christian Institute offices in paid to her by Estelle Adams and Canon Mowbray, Lorna would arrive with two shop- Rowan Smith who also added a tribute by ping bags containing whatever we would be the Revd Canon Ron Phillips as well as a having for lunch and tea. She showed an full church. enthusiasm for our Lord and encouraged those who sought to serve the Church in the In her involvement at Bergvliet she had ordained ministry. made the Migrant members of the parish, her particular concern. Lorna leaves behind She was involved in the planning of our her sister Margaret and brother-in -law Rog- end of year Youth camps at places such er as well as her nephews Jason and Nicho- The diocese of Cape Town, in its undivided as Koeelbaai and Soetwater and also the las and other relatives and friends. form, has been served by many faithful cler- camps at John Power memorial camp over gy and laity in the course of her history. One the Easter week-end. Nothing daunted Lor- Thank you Lorna, may you indeed be re- such person is Lorna February, born October na and she did not let the fact that she did ceived into the presence of our Risen Lord 1947 and died 23 February 2016. not drive deter from attending meetings or with the welcome. “Well done good and visiting Youth groups in the diocese and out faithful servant, enter into the joy of your I first met Lorna as a newly ordained Deacon interaction with other denominations. Lord. at St Nicolas, Matroosfontien, where among other things she showed her commitment to She was generous in her praise of others May she rest in peace and rise in glory. working with young people as she was then but also was not afraid to speak her mind - The Revd Canon Rowan Smith

Mothering Sunday at Holy Cross Nyanga

Sunday the 6th March 2016, The idea of serving cake was Holy Cross Church celebrated mainly to show the richness of Mothering Sunday in style where motherhood, strengthening the the church honoured Mary and relationship amongst the con- all the mothers for the role that gregants and sharing the good they have played in raising their news that was proclaimed on children. that day.

Mothering Sunday also known The theme of the day was Moth- as refreshment Sunday, it was ering Sunday and Compassion called refreshment Sunday be- Mother, our priest encourages cause fasting rules for Lent were parishioners to wear Rose Pink relaxed in this day, in honour of as he was also going to wear it feeding Christians with cakes for the celebration of Mother- and refreshments. ing Sunday. Indeed, it was very courageous to see most of the During this day our priest (Rev congregation wore Rose Pink in Ernest Mototjane) was honoured Since the Anglican liturgy has the Revd Dr Mongezi Guma dis- celebration of the day. to be visited by his predeces- taught us that Lent focuses more tributed handkerchiefs to lead- sor Revd Dr Mongezi Guma. He on fasting, repentance and resto- ers of the guilds after they were After the celebration Revd Mo- was the preacher of the day, his ration of relationships. Our cus- blessed by our priest. Again Fr totjane confirmed that in 2016 sermon was based on Mothering tom here at Holy Cross, we are Mototjane provided cake for all parishioners have enjoyed more Sunday where he focused on the visiting indoor members and re- the parishioners. and seemed to understand sixth station which one might vive those who needs uplifting in Mothering Sunday better. call it mother’s compassion, their spirit at their homes. The handkerchiefs are to be used where Veronica wiped the face of by leaders of the guilds to com- - Nontobeko Ngcwenga Jesus using a handkerchief. Towards the end of the service fort those that need upliftment.

Charles Stanley “After spending time alone with God, we find that He injects into our bodies energy, power and strength.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 5 Bernard Mizeki Men’s Guild’s annual retreat Drought relief in the ACSA

HOPE Africa, in partnership with the Episcopal Relief and Development, have been working on drought relief efforts in several dioceses over the past months. The aim of the re- lief was to ensure that the organisation reaches out to dio- ceses severely affected by drought. Thus far, HOPE Africa has brought joy to many families with the provision of food parcels in the Dioceses of Saldanha Bay, Zululand, Lesotho, Namibia and Khahlamba. The organisation also increased the capacity to store water with the provision of water tanks at St James Mission Hospital, Lesotho, and in four schools in the .

“The drought situation in our area has really crippled lives, under normal rainy seasons we plough and harvest and are able to support our families, but this time the drought has completely wiped out our hopes to grow our own food”, said a woman who spoke softly on behalf of beneficiaries in the The Bernard Mizeki Men’s retreat is an annual occasion where we Diocese of Zululand. It is reported that the current drought gather for spiritual upliftment and teaching. This year the Guild Re- is being worsened by an extremely strong El Nino weather treat was hosted at St Cyprian’s Church in Langa on Saturday 20 pattern which has brought drier conditions to Southern Af- February 2016. It was conducted by the Revd Gugulethu Ningi, rica. Drought has negatively affected communities that rely Rector of the Parochial District of Manche Masemola, Mfuleni in on subsistence farming for survival; their crops have died the . The theme for the retreat was ‘Leaders are due to insufficient rain fall. The escalation of food prices also heard not seen’ urging our men to be those whose voices are heard, meant that poorer families could not afford to buy their most a voice that witnesses for God and changes the world, based on the basic need. The experts have cautioned that the more severe impact of the current drought was likely to occur towards the key text used in Galatians 1: 23 - 24. drier winter months. HOPE Africa acknowledges that there is a need to reach out to other dioceses as the drought contin- - The Revd Mkhuseli Lujabe (Chaplain) ues to ravage the hopes and dreams of people in Southern Africa. However, individual, parishes, dioceses, organisations and companies can get involved.

Here is what your giving can do: New rector for Church of the R100 10kg mealie meal and beans for a family of 5 R600 Food Parcel for a family of 5 (non-perishable food Reconciliation Manenberg items such as oil, mealie meal, sugar, tea and other that are sustainable and are a source of energy) R2000 75ltrs of water for 240 families each

Your donation will be very helpful as we continue to pray for rains in the affected areas. You can make your online do- nation at www.hopeafrica.org.za, or alternatively donate via cash or cheque to:

HOPE Africa | First National Bank | Account No: 62047177515 | Reference: Drought Lenten Appeal Please note that individuals need to send us their full details with contact numbers as we are able to provide them with a tax deductible certificate. All deposit slips to be forwarded to [email protected]

New water tanks for St James Mission Hospital in The Revd Marcus Slingers was instituted rector of Church of the Lesotho Reconciliation, Manenberg on Sunday 6th December 2015. He is pictured with his wife Colleen, sons Joshua and Brad and mother, Elizabeth.

“Abundance isn’t God’s provision for me to live in luxury, but His provision for me to help others to live.” Randy Alcorn Page 6 THE GOOD HOPE APRIL 2016 To the Laos: to the People of God

I have had a relatively less hectic Lent, as recalibrate our moral compasses. This “re- planned this year. I had hoped to “fast” with calibration” is a biblical call for consciously regard to meetings and information technol- changing direction, after noting that you are ogy, but it proved impossible to do so com- straying off course. More than changing di- pletely. However, I was able to spend “fast- rection, the call is perhaps one saying that ing” time to rest, recoup and reflect. As I “if your hand causes you to stumble, cut it write these thoughts we are heading towards off or pluck it off” – a radical call to amend Holy Week, and of course this is an Easter our ways to be Christ-like. edition. At a global level, please pray for the meeting Before sharing the good news of Easter, it of the Anglican Consultative Council which is important first to paint for you the Pas- takes place in Lusaka from April 8 to 19. siontide of my Lenten journey. The Synod of The ACC is the Communion-wide body on Bishops continued to lament the extent and which every Province is represented by a quantity of litigation under canon law that we bishop, a priest and a lay person. There are are having to deal with as church. These con- already media reports that some of my col- tinue to drain our resources and I ask your leagues from other Provinces might boycott prayers as we navigate our way through these the meeting because of the presence of The and Good News people, even in the midst of as part of our being “refined in the furnace“ Episcopal Church of the United States. Our death, darkness, evil and despair. to withstand the pressures. We are, to use delegation will be representing our Province, a beautiful metaphor, “as vessels in mission participating on your behalf to ensure that On another note, our warm congratulations being remoulded by the porter.” our views are presented and discussed, in- to Charleen van Rooyen on her appointment stead of staying away. As in the process of as Diocesan Administrator. We are looking In our city and country we continue to read liberating South Africa – a journey that is it- forward to working with her and supporting and hear about the atrocious kidnapping and self continuing – you and I all need to con- her in this new role. Thank you to Father murder of teenagers. Student militancy and tinue engaging in whatever small or big way Horace Arenz for his excellent work as ad- demonstrations continue on our campuses. I Christ is calling us. ministrator and for steering the diocese dur- was pained last month, when this took a bad ing a relatively trying time. After a sabbatical, turn and we saw racially-based student-on- The good news is that Christ never promised Father Horace will join me at Bishopscourt student violence. that we would escape the challenges and in the office of the Provincial Executive Of- chances of this mortal and passing phase of ficer as Father moves back We need to engage with and create spaces our lives. He said, “I am always with you until to Gauteng. Father William’s wife is returning in our vestries or Bible study groups to dis- the end of time.” He promised that the ever- to a post in Gauteng and I am very grateful to cuss and reflect on these social and missional present Holy Spirit would guide and breathe him for his friendship, his pastoral zeal and challenges, as a way of helping the people new life into us, bringing freshness each time his work as PEO, which has sometimes been of our country to truly reconcile, beyond the we feel weary, or are despondent, anxious or a thankless task. political reconciliation that we attained in cynical, or want to give up. He has overcome 1994. I have called elsewhere, at the launch and we, who are united in him in his life, Have a blessed Easter! of the initiative on the Socio-Economic Future passion, death and resurrection, are called of South Africa (SEFSA), for the country to to be life-giving, light-carriers, hope-bearers ++ Thabo Cape Town

Mothers Union Provincial Council bans use of Styrofoam

The Mothers Union Provincial Council held Styrofoam is energy intensive and it is pe- its historic 50th Council meeting in Ma- troleum based. It is not usually recycled seru, Lesotho from the 9th to the 13th of due to its lightweight nature and the high December 2015. One of the important is- economic cost of transporting and degreas- sues that the executive members of Dioceses ing the petroleum-based material. It is the from across Southern Africa addressed is primary source of urban litter. It is also one the growing Environmental Degradation and of the main pollutants of oceans, and other Climate Change. They were challenged in a water sources, causing choking and starva- presentation by the Provincial Environmental tion in wildlife. Coordinator with the question “What kind of world do you want to leave for your grand- It also has health impacts since it is made child?” from Benzene and Styrene, both of which are and communities that we live in. Conduct- carcinogins (cancer causing). Microwaving Following this presentation a motion was ing awareness campaigns on the negative Styrofoam causes the release of toxic chemi- passed that “the MU Provincial Council effect of these products on the environment. cals, which pose a threat to human health. commits to the promotion of green clean Polystyrene (or Styrofoam) has huge envi- environments through: Banning the use of ronmental impacts: Styrofoam takes at least We salute the Mothers Union for leading the polystyrene and foam products in parishes 500 years to decompose. The production of way in this important resolution.

Johann von Goethe “If you want people to be glad to meet you, you must be glad to meet them - and show it.” THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE DIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN Page 7 St Anne’s Home Feeding the men on Wetton Road appeals to the Diocese for assistance

As you may know, South Africa’s eco- St Philip’s Church Kenwyn has been Palermo Meats. At the end of last year nomic situation is feeding unemployed men for the past the Men received grocery hampers. dire; and threatens 10 years in conjunction with Christ The expression of gratitude and appre- to have an ever- Church Kenilworth and the Warehouse ciation is always evident on the men- deepening effect in Plantation Road, Wetton. folk’s faces. We are so reminded by Je- on our functioning sus’s words in John 21:15, “Feed my as a place of safety Members, Joy Kilimbashe (has relocat- Lambs”. that provides shelter, ed to the Eastern Cape) General, Jacob, care and support to abused, pregnant and homeless Ruth Gordon and Corinne Pluke are the - Mark Kleinschmidt women with their children. The cost of everything – faithful forerunners of the ministry to from baby formula to food, to electricity and water – the men. Jacob and General also as- is increasing at an alarming rate. These times call on sist the men with applications for their us to extend an appeal to you. As Anglicans, many of identity documents and job opportuni- you know the story of St Anne’s, and that the Home ties. was founded by the Diocese of Cape Town in 1904. Once a month, a church service is held For this reason we are reaching out to you to help for the men at St Philip’s for the admin- us during these difficult economic times. We are istration of spiritual nourishment and in need of long-life groceries, tinned foods, baby their basic needs. Feeding along the formula Infacare 1 & 2, and disposable nappies. road takes place 5 days a week (Mon- Alternatively, you are welcome to make a moni- day - Friday) throughout the year with tory contribution to: St. Anne’s Homes, Standard sandwiches and tea being prepared by Bank, Account no: 070260702, Br Code: 020909, Christ Church seniors, and occasion- Branch Name: Thibault Square ally polony donations are received from

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“You have created us for Yourself, and our heart cannot be stilled until it finds its rest in You.” St Augustine Page 8 THE GOOD HOPE APRIL 2016

Diocesan Soccer Tournament: 2 May 2016 The annual tournament takes have become more competitive. sents an opportunity for soccer of food, gate and marshalling place at the Chukker Road field This year we are introducing skills but creates a good oppor- duties. Gate fees for adults are and starts with an opening ad- an under 15 boys team to the tunity for fellowship between R5 and children under 12 R3 dress at 08h00. The first kick tournament and 4 lady teams. parishioners of participating and additional fee of R5 per car. off is at 08h30. There is place for 8 under 15 churches. All this adds to a day of great teams. fun! The soccer tournament has St Philip’s Kenwyn will be host- grown in numbers and teams The tournament not only pre- ing and responsible for the sale - George Cozett

#ReNathi Tackles and unpacks Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring with GBMFS

In the past two weeks #ReNathi in both occasions and we are committed and strived to suc- truly moved and humbled by cessfully facilitate 2 workshops this. As people who are in this for the GBMFS youth organisa- line of work it truly inspires us to tion at Eluvukweni in Crossroads see that we are making a posi- and St. Cyprian in Langa. tive change, helping others real- ise who they truly are and what The facilitators of these work- skill, gift and talent God gave shops go by Nkosinathi Land- them and how to build on what ingwe and Rethabile Mabusela God gave them. who tackled and unpacked the two topics that pose challenges “We don’t want to stop here, in to our churches and organisa- other words we’re not done, our tions within churches as they ex- goal and vision is that through plored Leadership, Coaching and these workshops we work on mentoring. personal growth and positive change within church struc- In both workshops which took tures and our societies” said place on the 27th February 2016 Nkosinathi. We want to equip and 5th March 2016 at Eluvuk- our target audience with skills, weni and St. Cyprian. Let’s just information they can apply in start off by saying our audience their personal, professional and #Renathi runs various types of committee along with the en- was phenomenal! They engaged spiritual capacity. workshops that focus on a wide tire GBMFS organisation for its with us positively; spoke out with spectrum of topics such as Emo- participation and support in our issues that affect them directly “#ReNathi commits themselves tional intelligence, Self stress initiative. #ReNathi Thanks You. and indirectly with their leader- through empowering the youth management, Conflict Manage- ship and other aspects. through these workshops and ment, ECD (Early childhood de- For more information about #Re- other platforms to use their gifts/ velopment), Finance and budg- Nathi you can easily contact us on They asked a lot of questions talents and energies in service to eting, time management, Team 0744055371 or 0711485172. (which was good), discovered God and his people by growing Building, Safety & First Aid and Email: [email protected] curious minds and future leaders spiritually and unlocking their lots more. in the making, a lot of activities full potential. We intend to go Check out our facebook page: were done and we have to say out there to make a tremendous We would like to take this op- #ReNathi’s: New Era of Great that the feedback, support, par- impact in our initiative” added portunity to thank the President things and beyond. ticipation was positive thus re- Rethabile. of the GBMFS Diocese of Cape sulted in productive workshops Town Noxolo Siyothula and her

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Robert E. Lee “In all my perplexities and distresses, the Bible has never failed to give me light and strength.”