Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
📢 Parish Notices
- Second Collection (Final Week): This weekend’s second collection is the final one for the Lenten Appeal. Envelopes can be found in the benches.
- Capuchin Franciscan Order Appeal: The Easter collection will go toward the Capuchin Franciscan Order, who have been serving in the Archdiocese since 1929. This support funds their ongoing ministry and educational commitments.
- St. Francis Society for the Poor: Donations requested this week: Tinned Fish, Tomato & Onion Mix, or Corned Beef.
🕊️ Plenary Indulgence
You may obtain a plenary indulgence by visiting the Cathedral as a pilgrim, praying before the Jubilee crucifix, praying for the Holy Father, and receiving sacramental confession and Holy Communion on the same day.
📅 Holy Week Programme
Masses During Holy Week:
- Monday 14 April: 6:00 AM & 8:00 AM
- Tuesday 15 April: 6:00 AM & 8:00 AM
- Wednesday 16 April: 8:00 AM (No evening Mass)
- Thursday 17 April:No morning Mass
- Chrism Mass: 10:00 AM
✝️ The Sacred Paschal Triduum (Mass Times)
- Holy Thursday (17 April):
- 7:00 PM – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
(Church remains open till 9:30 PM for silent adoration before the Blessed Sacrament)
- 7:00 PM – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
- Good Friday (18 April):
- 3:00 PM – The Passion of the Lord
(Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Land)
- 3:00 PM – The Passion of the Lord
- Holy Saturday (19 April):
- 7:00 PM – The Easter Vigil
- Easter Sunday (20 April):
- 8:00 AM & 10:00 AM – The Resurrection of the Lord
- Easter Monday (Public Holiday – 21 April):
- 9:00 AM Mass (Note the time change)
📌 From Tuesday 22 April, regular Mass times resume.
🙏 Jubilee Year Prayer (Shortened Version)
Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your Son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your kingdom.
May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth.
To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever, Amen.
📣 Message to All Parish Groups
For security and pastoral coordination, ALL meeting times must be recorded in the Parish Office Diary at least one week in advance.
❗ No exceptions will be made.
✈️ Pilgrimage to Ngome Marian Shrine, KZN
Join Fr. Dominic Griego and fellow parishioners on a pilgrimage to the Ngome Marian Shrine in KwaZulu-Natal:
- 📅 30 September – 3 October 2025
- Focus: Prayer, reflection, and deepened faith in this Catholic Jubilee Year
Contact Details:
- Graeme Swartz: +27 71 474 7294
- Jackie Swartz: +27 71 474 7295
- Reece Swartz: +27 82 424 5635
📧 spiritualhorizonstravel@yahoo.com
💍 Marriage and Family Life Portfolio
Please refer to the posters at the church entrances for Marriage Encounter 2025 dates and details.
💬 Support for Families Affected by Drug Abuse
If your family is affected by drug abuse, please speak to Gavin & Michelle.
📌 Contact details are available on the parish notice boards.
