TWENTY FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – YEAR A
1st Reading: Sirach 27:30-28:7. Resp. Psalm: Ps 103:1-4, 9-12. ℟: The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger and rich in mercy. 2nd Reading: Romans 14:7-9.
Gospel acclamation: A new commandment I give to you, says the Lord, that you love one another, even as I have loved you.
Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35.
SVP WINTER DRIVE: The SVP is urgently looking for donations of warm second hand clothing, jerseys, jackets scarves, beanies etc. Also second hand blankets. Non-perishable items tinned foods, sugar, coffee, tea, porridge, cup of soup, oil, pasta etc. All goods can be dropped off at the Parish office or the Cathedral.
SOUTHERN CROSS MAGAZINE: The new edition of the Southern Cross, featuring an article about Cardinal-elect Stephen Brislin, is for sale at R30 a copy.
BAPTISMS: The next infant baptisms will take place on Saturday 21 October 2023 during the 18h00 Mass. Please contact the parish office before 13 October to complete the necessary forms. Formation for parents and godparents (compulsory) will take place on Wednesday, 18 October at 19h00 in the parish hall.
CATHEDRAL RENOVATIONS: The renovations of the Cathedral, including replacing the asbestos roof, rebuilding the box gutters, and repainting, is estimated to cost around R12 million. Direct donations can be made to the designated Cathedral Renovations account: Standard Bank, Account number 070624623. Please approach any of the Finance Council members for fundraising ideas.
