🌍 Environmental Justice – Implicitly Proclaimed by the Prophets
The prophet Isaiah tells us that the Spirit of God can make an arid and parched desert into a garden—a place of rest and serenity:
“A spirit from on high will be poured out on us, and the wilderness will become a fruitful field, and the fruitful field a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. The work of righteousness will be peace, and the effect of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.”
(Isaiah 32:15–18)
The prophet reminds us that, together with prayer, determination and concrete action are necessary if this “caress of God” is to become visible in our world (Laudato Si’, 84).
Isaiah contrasts justice and law with desolation—a message that remains timely as our earth is being ravaged. Injustice, violation of human rights, grave inequalities, and greed have led to deforestation, pollution, and the loss of biodiversity. Extreme natural phenomena caused by human activity continue to intensify (Laudato Deum, 5), while the long-term effects of war and exploitation destroy both humanity and nature.
This is surely not what God intended when He entrusted the earth to men and women made in His image (Gen 1:24–29). The Bible gives no justification for “tyranny over creation” (Laudato Si’, 200).
Environmental justice, proclaimed implicitly by the prophets, is not an abstract concept or distant goal—it is an urgent need. It involves justice that is social, economic, human, and ecological. For believers, it is also a duty of faith, for the universe reflects the face of Christ, in whom all things were created and redeemed.
In a world where the most vulnerable are the first to suffer from the effects of climate change, deforestation, and pollution, caring for creation becomes an expression of both faith and humanity.
— Pope Leo XIV, 10th World Day of Prayer for Creation (30 June 2025, Vatican)
🙌 All the Best to the Matric Class of 2025
A Prayer
Dear God, we pray for our Matrics.
Calm their nerves, focus their minds, and guide their thoughts.
Help them to recall what they have learned and to apply it with wisdom.
Grant them strength, confidence, and peace.
May their efforts be fruitful and may they glorify You in all they do.
We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Work hard, do your best, and never give up!
🎉 It’s Finally Here!
Saturday, 1 November 2025 – International Food Fair
A huge thank you to everyone who has donated so generously over the past few months in response to our weekly calls—it is truly appreciated!
We still need assistance with:
- Baking for the cake stall (ingredients will be provided).
Any final donations of gifts and sweets can be handed in at the parish office by Wednesday, 29 October.
📘 Parish Notices
- 2026 Bible Diaries: Now available in the Repository.
Two editions are available – The Joy of the Gospels and Springs of Carmel – R120 each. - Forthcoming Parish Celebrations:
- Confirmations: Saturday, 15 November at 5 pm
- First Communion: Sunday, 23 November at 10 am
🧔 Men’s Retreat Weekend
Venue: Bergkroon, Bainskloof, Wellington
There are still a few places available, and this is a final reminder for the men of our parish to consider registering.
Cost: R950 (meals and accommodation included)
Registration: https://forms.gle/pAn7Sq8t85WDBww98
🕯️ Mass Intentions
Please notify the office before 10 am on the Thursday before.
Mass stipends are R50.
