SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING – YEAR C (23 NOVEMBER 2025)
1st Reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Resp: Psalm 122:1-2.4-5 R/. Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord. 2nd Reading: Colossians 1:12-20
Gospel Acclamation: Blessed is the who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the kingdom of our father David that is coming!
Gospel: Luke 23:35-43
| Saturday | 22/11 | 08h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Alicia Perumal – Our Lady Comforter and of the Afflicted |
| 17h00 | Cathedral | Fr Christian | |||
| Sunday | 23/11 | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert | |
| 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | Andrew De Bruyn – Recovery | ||
| 10h00 | Cathedral | Fr Robert | St Joseph | ||
| 17h00 | Cathedral | Fr Christian | Astrid Castenfelt | ||
| Monday | 24/11 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | Hildegardt and Nadeem – RIP |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Christian | Sick and Retired Priests ADCT | ||
| Tuesday | 25/11 | 07h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Annie Ngaya – RIP |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Peter | |||
| Wednesday | 26/11 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert | |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Peter | Alicia Perumal – Our Lady Comforter and of the Afflicted | ||
| Thursday | 27/11 | 07h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Jean and Virginie Gonossa – RIP |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Christian | Sr Virginia | ||
| Friday | 28/11 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | Mortuary List |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Robert | All souls in Purgatory | ||
| Saturday | 29/11 | 08h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | |
| 17h00 | Cathedral | Fr Robert | Missa pro Populo | ||
| Sunday | 30/11 | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert | Annie Ngaya – RIP |
| 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | |||
| 10h00 | Cathedral | Fr Robert | All Souls in Purgatory | ||
| 17h00 | Cathedral | Fr Christian | Bernard Nentwig – RIP |
MORTUARY LIST: November is dedicated to the Holy Souls, a special time when the Church invites us to remember and pray for those in Purgatory. The most meaningful prayer we can offer for the Holy Souls, who rely on our help, is the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. If you wish to take part in the mortuary list, you are encouraged to write the names of your departed loved ones and friends, include an offering, and place these in the envelopes available at the entrances of the Chapels and parish hall. Kindly drop your envelope into the collection baskets. Your prayers and participation are deeply appreciated.
BAPTISM: The Sacrament of Baptism will take place on the weekend of 29/30 November or at the Shona Mass of 7 December.
CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES:
| Date | Notes | Time | Location | Presider(s) |
| 10 December | Penitential Service | 19h00 | Cathedral | 4 priests |
| 24 December | Christmas Eve | 18h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian |
| 24 December | Christmas Eve | 20h00 | Cathedral | Bp Sylvester |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | 10h00 | Cathedral | Fr Robert |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | NO | EVENING | MASS |
| 31 December | Old Years Night | 18h00 | Cathedral | Bp Sylvester |
| 01 January | New Year’s Day | NO | MASS | |
| From New Year | Until Epiphany | Only one | mass in the Parish | As per public holiday |
MASS FOR DECEASED CLERGY AND BENEFACTORS: On Tuesday, 25 November at 11h00 an at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Rondebosch. All are welcome to attend.
PROCLAIMERS TRAINING:
There will be a COMPULSORY Proclaimers Training for ALL the proclaimers of the Word in the Cathedral:
Saturday, 29 November 10h00 in the Cathedral – please prepare the reading for the 1st Sunday of Advent.
We would like to thank Msgr. Borello for his assistance in the training of this important ministry.
ADVENT – FAITH SHARING GROUP: A small faith sharing group will meet at Nazareth House for the four weeks of Advent to celebrate this important season. On Mondays, 24 November, 01, 08 and 15 December from 10h00 to 11h30 at Nazareth House Parish Room. We do hope you will be able to join us. Please contact Greg Landman on 082 598 4095.
CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS MARKET: St Mary’s Cathedral, will be hosting a Christmas Market. Date and Time: On Sunday 07 December 10h00 – 16h00 and 14 December 11h00 – 16h00 in the Parish Hall. Shop unique Christmas goodies or book a table and sell your items! Vendor Tables: R250 per day (limited spots – book yours now! For more information contact Thandi Bosman on thandibosman@gmail.com
SVP – NON-PERISHABLE DONATIONS: SVP urgently appeals to all Parishioners for donations of non-perishable goods for those in need this Christmas. Items are rice, canned foods, peanut butt, jam etc… and toiletries. Thank you your for your on-going support.
THE SCHOENSTATT GIRLS YOUTH: Warmly invites girls aged 8–13 years to join us for a special Advent event: Daughters of the King – Light the Way on Saturday, 06 December at Schoenstatt, Constantia from 10h00 to15h00. This will be a fun and faith-filled day designed to help the girls grow in friendship and discover their dignity as daughters of the King. Please bring: R50, lunch and Indemnity Form. Registration is via Google Forms: https://forms.gle/nxiNxGLxWVG1toqE7 or contact Sr. Ann-Marie on 079 147 6968 or schoenstattgirls@gmail.com
THE SHORTENED JUBILEE PRAYER: (On Screens)
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.
| We are always thankful to all those who contribute financially each week. Please prayerfully consider making a donation as it does benefit our parish in many important ways. You are also welcome to use SnapScan or the YOCO tap machines to make a donation. Banking details: Standard Bank Name: St Marys Cathedral Current Account Branch code: 020 909 Account number: 071 564 780 Swift Code: SBZAZAJJ |
| COMMUNAL ACT OF THANKSGIVING O Sacrament most holy, O Sacrament divine! All praise and all thanksgiving, be every moment thine. (X3) |
