THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD – YEAR B
At the Mass during the Night:
1st Reading: Isaiah 9:2-7. Resp. Psalm: Psalm 96. ℟: To us is born this day a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord. 2nd Reading: Titus 2:11-14. Gospel acclamation: I bring you good news of a great joy: to us is born this day a Saviour, Christ the Lord. Gospel: Luke 2:1-14.
At the Mass at Dawn:
1st Reading: Isaiah 62:11f. Resp. Psalm: Psalm 97. ℟: A light will shine on us this day: the Lord is born for us. 2nd Reading: Titus 3:4-7. Gospel acclamation: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom he is pleased. Gospel: Luke 2:15-20.
SVP COMMITTEE: Thank you all who have donated towards our “Bring to Mass – Christmas Drive”. Your generosity is so appreciated. Together, we can make a difference.
CATECHISTS NEEDED!! Anyone interested in joining this ministry, please contact Michelle 0824756311 or email michelleperryf@gmail.com.com
YOUTH CHRISTMAS HAMPER RAFFLE: The Youth would like to THANK all who have donated towards and support them.
MASS TIMES FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON 2023/2024:
| CATHEDRAL | VILLA MARIA | NAZARETH HOUSE | |
| Sun 24 Dec (Christmas Eve) | 20:00 | No Mass | 19:00 |
| Mon 25 Dec (Christmas Day) | 10:00 only! | 07:30 | 08:45 |
| Tue 26 Dec (Day of Goodwill) | No Mass | No Mass | 09:00 |
| Wed 27 Dec – Fri 29 Dec | No Mass | 07:00 (Wed & Fri) | 07:00 (Thu) |
| Sat 30 Dec | 18h00 | No Mass | 09h00 |
| Sun 31 Dec (Holy Family) | 10:00 only! | 07:30 | 08:45 |
| Sun 31 Dec (New Year’s Eve) | 20:00 | No Mass | No Mass |
| Mon 01 Jan (New Year’s Day) | No Mass | 08:00 | No Mass |
| Tue 02 Jan – Fri 05 Jan | No Mass | 07:00 (Wed & Fri) | 07:00 (Tue & Thu) |
| Sat 06 Jan | 18h00 | No Mass | 09h00 |
| Sun 07 Jan (Epiphany) | 10:00 & 17:00 | 07:30 | 08:45 |
BAPTISMS: The next infant baptisms will take place Saturday, on 20th January 2024 during the 18h00 Mass. Please email Fr. Dominic at cathedral@adct.org.za before 14th January 2024 to complete the necessary forms. Formation for parents and godparents (compulsory) will take place on Wednesday, 17th January 2024 at 19h00 in the Parish Hall.
INSTAGRAM: The St Mary’s Instagram account has officially been launched: instagram.com/st.marysyouth
The Parish Secretary, Carlene Weitz, will be away on leave from the 27th December 2023 until 26th January 2024.
