newsnewsA publication of the Catholic Archdiocese of Johannesburg 5 7 Synod results Justice&Peace Heritage Day 8 Colour coordination at St Peter Claver Telephone (011) 402 6400 • www.catholicjhb.org.za NOVEMBER 2017 ADSt Peter Claver, Pimville parishioners – Tics Dladla, who contributes ADmusically, Sello Mokoka the extra-ordinary minister of the Eucharist and Thandi Frere from liturgy all in full colour coordination at a recent celebra- Daswa medal finally tion of Sunday Mass. launched PASTORAL LETTER from Archbishop Buti Tlhagale Mary and the Struggles of Women n South Africa during the month of August, the frustrations, struggles, “Living relics”: Vhutshilo Daswa, aspirations, the enduring strength, the collective power and triumphs of Zwothe Daswa, Mulalo Sedumedi Iwomen and forcefully drawn to the attention of the nation. It is also a and Thabelo Daswa. month during which men’s worldview and attitudes towards women are placed under fierce scrutiny. The clarion call is for justice, equality and he official Daswa devotional inclusive participation. medallion was launched on Sunday, 1 October at the Recalling the pain of women T Sacred Heart Cathedral in Pretoria. Mary is an example of a woman who endured pain and suffering. This is in spite of the fact that she had found favour with God, and carried the title About 400 people attended the “full of grace” (gratia plena). In spite of that, she and her family had to flee Mass which was celebrated by from Israel and became refugees in Egypt. Many women today can identify Bishop Joao Rodrigues of Tzaneen. with her pain and suffering. Many flee their countries of origin with no Fathers Amos Masemola, the possessions except the clothes on their back. They are forced to flee Cathedral Administrator, Paul Tatu, He added that we should conti- Back row, from left: Fr Paul Tatu, because of political conflicts, wars, natural disasters or simply abject poverty from the Communications Office nue to pray for the conversion of Rev Fani Msiza, Bishop Joao and are therefore in search of better opportunities for themselves and for of the Southern African Catholic people who are enslaved by greed. Rodrigues, Fr Amos Masemola their children. They move from country to country, from shelter to shelter. and Fr Sakhi Mofokeng with altar Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), They are often aided by magnanimous charitable organisations. Some are He described Bl Benedict as “a servers after the Mass. without identity papers and are therefore stateless. In such situations they Sakhi Mofokeng from the Laity young man eager to know God, are perennially anxious and are highly vulnerable. Officials harass them to Desk of the SACBC and Rev Fani who was faithful to his baptism to no end. Their labour is helplessly exploited. Heartless, cruel men take Msiza, assisted. a point of his martyrdom.” Vhut- Daswa. From the proceeds of the advantage of them. Members of the Daswa family shilo Daswa led congregants in sales of each medal, R5 will be Continued on page 5. from Venda in Limpopo, were pres- song, “mbilu yanga yotakala”, contributed towards the Daswa ent, including some of his children which means “my heart is in great cause for canonisation. who live in Gauteng. The St John joy”, before he addressed the pub- Bl Benedict was killed by a mob Vianney Seminary choir led the lic and gave the thanksgiving on 2 February 1990 for refusing to singing during Mass. In his homily, remarks on behalf of his family. contribute money for a witch-hunt. Bishop Rodrigues cited that this The devotional medal is one of He was martyred for his strong was an appropriate time to launch the sacramentals that will be used stance against witchcraft and for the devotional medal, particularly as a link to Bl Benedict and all upholding his faith as a layman, because South Africa is celebrating saints of eternity. Earl Davids family man and catechist. 200 years of Catholicism. from Immaculate Hearts and The Catholic fraternity is warned “In Blessed Benedict’s life, we Media, a company which designed against duplication of the medal see how the chains of mental igno- the medal, encouraged all to use and requested only to buy from the rance are broken, which free us the medals in their spiritual jour- approved supplier. For orders from slavery that makes us narrow- ney. The unveiling of this medal email: orders@immaculateheart. Joyce Maphisa, one of the shrine minded and small in the eyes of will create public awareness of the co.za Last days to enter fundraising committee members at Lebo WA Majahe Maryvale where ticket sales were Christ,” Bishop Joao said. impact created by Bl Benedict the car draw promoted for a brand new car. here is a final chance for people MOTHER OF MERCY SHRINE Call-A-Catholic Tto buy a raffle ticket to win a ject. Parishes which still have stubs Donations including expenditure • Target: R25 million and Community brand new car, the proceeds of in their possession are reminded to which go to the construction of the submit them to the Evangelisation Notices department as they are needed Mother of Mercy Shrine in the This month, we have placed Magaliesburg. The draw date will before the draw date. The winner of Call-A-Catholic on pages 10 be on 18 November at the the car will be contacted immedi- Cathedral in Berea. This will happen ately by phone, so all those who R8 076 505 and 11. We are pleased to see after the General Archdiocesan bought the tickets are reminded to that this community service is R7 257 500 growing and we encourage our Pastoral Council meeting, which keep their phones on that day - you R6 966 141 will be chaired by Archbishop Buti might just be the lucky winner! R6 678 495 fellow Catholics to support one Tlhagale OMI. Tickets cost R50, and Tickets can be obtained from parish another in businesses. a booklet containing 20 costs R1 finance committees in all parishes, R4 563 973 R6 140 840 The Community Notices are on 000. The car is a Toyota Quest 1.6. Friends of the Shrine and staff from Overall, the project needs R25 mil- the Evangelisation department can R3 396 078 page 11. Please continue send- lion for the first phase. The faithful be contacted on 011 4026400. ing them. are requested to support the pro- Lebo WA Majahe May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov November 2017 [email protected] Volume 32 No 7 1 CONFIRMATIONS IN NOVEMBER Pope’s Intentions: November Christians in Asia. That Christians in Asia, Sun 5 09:30 St Anthony’s Coronationville bearing witness to the Gospel in word and Sat 11 14:00 St Patrick’s La Rochelle deed, may promote dialogue, peace, and Sat 11 17:00 St Dominic’s Boksburg mutual understanding, especially with those Sun 12 10:00 St Paul the Apostle Edenpark of their religions. Sun 12 08:00 St Peter’s Kagiso 1 Fri 17 18:30 Our Lady of Lebanon Mulbarton Sat 18 17:30 Holy Trinity Braamfontein Holy Rosary rally Sat 18 17:00 St Dominic’s Boksburg HolyHoly RosaryRosary SchoolSchool ConfirmationsConfirmations Sun 19 09:30 Our Lady of Peace Roodepoort Sun 19 08:00 Resurrection Dawn Park On Saturday, 16 September, a number of Holy Rosary School’s grade 11 girls Fri 24 18:00 Holy Family Spruitview received the sacrament of confirmation at St Therese, Edenvale. Pictured are: Sat 25 18:00 St John Paul II Linmeyer Micaela Da Silva, Nadia Tozzi, Megan Bertasso, Chiara Hoskin, Gabriella de Stefano, Kiara Janse van Rensburg, Chrislin Nieuwoudt, Grace Morgan, Sun 26 09:00 Christ the King Orlando East Daniella Ribeiro, Tina Estrela, Catherine Ryan, Alexia Mendes, and Bontleng Sun 26 07:30 Emmanuel Sebokeng Dibakwane. In front: Devan Cerrai, Kathryn Brink, Federica Giuiricich, and Sharon Meyer, head of religious education. PATRONAL FEASTS IN NOVEMBER On 14 October, the parish community of Sacred Heart Edenvale confirmations 1st All Saints, Ennerdale(1981) Sunday 5 November Palm Ridge took to the streets to pray the Rosary. We 3rd St Martin de Porres, Craighall Park (1948); Orlando would like to invite more people in the future to join t Therese in Edenvale cele- West (1947); Toekomsrus(1978) us. We prayed for our country as human efforts are brated the sacrament of S 4th St Charles Borromeo, Victory Park (1947) failing to solve our country’s key problems, so we turn confirmation by Archbishop 15th St Albert, Vosloorus (1932) to God, through His Holy Mother Mary, asking for Buti Tlhagale on Saturday, 22nd St Cecilia sodality. urgent help. We also took the opportunity to honour 16 September. Barbara K Gregory 26th Christ the King, Cathedral, (1961); Kristo Nkosi, Mary and celebrate, with great reverence, the Appari- The Catholic Women’s League tions in Fatima 100 years ago. ensured that parish priest, Fr Joseph Kwa Thema (1953); Orlando East (1938). Leathem, Archbishop Buti and Br Cicero 30th St Andrew, Noordgesig (1950) Joseph Ntema – Rosary Rally Captain , PPC Deputy Chair and member of the Secular Franciscan Order. from the Herald of the Gospel were provided with refreshments. St Joseph’s baptisms Fr Joachim Malunga recently initiated children into the faith through the sacrament of baptism at St Joseph’s, Mayfair. Faith Jaffer New Catholic Women’s League members On 24 September, 15 new Catholic Welcoming Women’s League new members members were wel- comed at Our Lady On 1 October, St Peter’s, Kagiso of the Holy Rosary, 1, welcomed new infant Christians Krugersdorp. Other through the sacrament of baptism. members renewed The sacrament was administered their vows. Blessing of Legion by parish priest, Fr Emmanuel Tebogo Tsimane of Mary banner Wafula.