3rd SUNDAY OF EASTER–YEAR A (19 April 2026) 1st Reading: Acts: 2:14.22-33
Resp. Psalm: R/. Lord, you will show me the path of life. 2nd Reading: 1 Peter1:17-21
Gospel Acclamation: Lord Jesus, open the Scriptures to us;
make our hearts burn with love when you speak to us. Gospel: Luke 24:13-35
| Saturday | 18/04 | 08h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | |
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Paul | Elmar Schaefer RIP | ||
| Sunday | 19/04 | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Paul | Castelino and Fernandes Family |
| 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | |||
| 10h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Robert | Missa pro Populo | ||
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Christian | |||
| Monday | 20/04 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Christian | |||
| Tuesday | 21/04 | 07h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Paul | |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | Mrs Edie Sulivan RIP | ||
| Wednesday | 22/04 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | Mortuary List | ||
| Thursday | 23/04 | 07h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | All Souls In Purgatory | ||
| Friday | 24/04 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | Mortuary List |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | Virginie and Jean Gonossa RIP | ||
| Saturday | 25/04 | 08h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Mary Mother most Merciful |
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Christian | |||
| Sunday | 26/04 | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | |
| 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Missa pro Populo | ||
| 10h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Paul | Michal Gulasa | ||
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Paul | Mary Mother most Merciful |
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: Please be aware that next Monday and Friday are public holidays. As a result, there will be no lunchtime Masses at the Cathedral Chapel on these days. Instead, Mass will be celebrated at 08h00 at Villa Maria. Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a peaceful and joyful Freedom and Workers Day!
FR ROBERT AWAY: Fr Robert will be away in Johannesburg, where he will be leading a Study Day for the Priests of Johannesburg. He will be returning on Thursday. We wish him a safe and fruitful trip.
CATECHISM MEETING: All catechism students and their parents or guardians to an important meeting this Sunday at 08h30. Your presence is very important as we will be discussing key matters and making important decisions for the programme. We kindly ask that everyone attends. If you are unable to join us due to a valid reason, please let Fr Robert know by emailing cathedral.adct@gmaol.com. Thank you for your understanding and support—we look forward to seeing you there – we need to take seriously the formation of ALL in the Parish.
SHONA CHOIR FUNDRAISING EVENT: We warmly invite you to join us this Sunday, 19 April, from 10h00 to 15h30, for a special fundraising event hosted by the Shona Choir. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music and entertainment as the choir presents highlights from their upcoming competition in Johannesburg. Delicious boerewors rolls, hot dogs, and refreshing soft drinks will be available for purchase. We sincerely hope you can join us to support the choir and share in this joyful occasion. Thank you for your continued encouragement and generosity!
CONSECRATION OF THE CATHEDRAL: On 21 April, we mark the 75th Anniversary of the Consecration of our Cathedral. To ensure that everyone can participate fully and comfortably, our celebration will be postponed until we are able to return into the Cathedral. We look forward to combining this special occasion with the blessing following the major maintenance, as well as warmly welcoming Archbishop Sipuka as his Cathedral Parish. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
SECOND COLLECTION: We kindly invite you to participate in the second collection taking place at all Masses over the weekend of 25–26 April, in support of the Priests’ Medical Fund. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and helps to ensure the well-being of our priests. Envelopes for donations are available at the entrance of the chapels. Thank you for your continued support!
CATHOLIC ENGAGED ENCOUNTER WEEKEND: We warmly invite engaged couples to join the upcoming Catholic Engaged Encounter Weekend, taking place from May 16–17 at the Salesian Institute, Cnr Chiappini and Somerset Road, Greenpoint, Cape Town. This is a non-residential programme, running from 08:00 to 20:00 on Saturday and from 08:00 to 14:30 on Sunday. The cost is R990 per couple. You can easily book your spot and find more information by visiting: www.engagedencounter.co.za Alternatively, feel free to contact Craig and Jacinta directly at bookings.ceecapetown@gmail.com .
RETROVAILLE PROGRAMME: If you and your spouse are experiencing challenges or pain in your marriage, we invite you to consider attend the upcoming Retrouvaille weekend from 15–17 May. The programme is designed to support couples in restoring and strengthening their relationship. The cost is R3 000 per couple, which includes meals, materials, and accommodation. For more information or to register, please contact Chris and Val at 071 299 7028 or via email at capetown@helpourmarriage.org. We encourage you to take this step towards healing and hope in your marriage.
SECRET GARDEN COFFEE SHOP: Kindly support our Secret Garden Coffee Shop, located in the Cathedral Parish Centre. Open Wed-Friday 07h00 – 15h00.
| COMMUNAL ACT OF THANKSGIVING O Sacrament most holy, O Sacrament divine! All praise and all thanksgiving, be every moment thine. (X3) |
| 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 BankName: St Marys CathedralCurrent AccountBranch code: 020 909Account number: 071 564 780 Swift Code: SBZAZAJJ |
