PENTECOST SUNDAY – YEAR A (24 MAY 2026)
1st Reading: Acts 2:1-11 Resp. Psalm: R/. Send forth your spirit, O Lord, and renew the face of the earth. 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 12: 3-7, 12-13
Gospel Acclamation: Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Gospel: John 20:19-23
| Saturday | 23/05 | 08h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | Priests in Cape Town Archdiocese |
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Christian | |||
| Sunday | 24/05 | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | |
| 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Paul | Blessings for Hermenegilda Correira | ||
| 10h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Paul | Pope Leo XIV | ||
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Christian | Franz Family | ||
| Monday | 25/05 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Christian | Vocations to the Priesthood from CT Archdiocese |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | Thanksgiving Intention | ||
| Tuesday | 26/05 | 07h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Blessings for Hermenegilda Correira |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | Mary Virgin Most Powerful | ||
| Wednesday | 27/05 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert | Jessie Samuels |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Paul | Priests in Cape Town Archdiocese | ||
| Thursday | 28/05 | 07h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Robert | Pia Horne |
| 13h10 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Christian | Vocations to the Priesthood from CT Archdiocese | ||
| Friday | 29/05 | 07h00 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert | Mortuary List |
| 13h00 | Chancery Chapel | Fr Christian | Mortuary List | ||
| Saturday | 30/05 | 08h00 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian | Blessings for Hermeneglida Correira |
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Robert | Mary Virgin Most Powerful | ||
| Sunday | 31/05 | 07h30 | Villa Maria | Fr Robert | Missa pro populo |
| 08h45 | Nazareth House | Fr Christian |
| 10h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Robert | Mary Virgin Most Powerful | ||
| 17h00 | Cathedral Hall | Fr Christian |
MOTHER’S DAY RAFFLE: As we enter the final week of our Mother’s Day Raffle, we warmly encourage all parishioners to continue supporting our youth on their journey to World Youth Day 2027 by purchasing a raffle ticket for just R25. Every contribution, no matter how small, greatly assists our youth in their ongoing fundraising efforts. Tickets are available at the entrances of all parish churches. Alternatively, email Cara-Mia Moses at cmmoses12@gmail.com for tickets. Thank you for your continued generosity and support!
HOSPITALITY MINISTRY: As we celebrate Pentecost, members of our Parish Community Building team will be available at the information table after all Masses and would be delighted to speak with parishioners about opportunity of service as hostility ministers: ushers and welcomers at the weekend masses. Those interested in becoming involved in this important ministry are warmly encouraged to enquire. Thandi, Cara-Mia, Caitlyn, Evadne, Zaine, and Michelle will be available to answer questions and assist you. Please continue to keep an eye on the bulletin for such initiatives in the future, as together we build a welcoming and sustainable community.
RCIA 2026: The parish RCIA programme (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) will begin in July 2026 in our parish. RCIA is intended for those all those who are interested in becoming Catholic, Catholic adults wishing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, or anyone seeking to learn more about the Catholic Faith. Sessions will take place on Sundays at 09h00. Registration closes on 30 June 2026. For more information please contact Ronald Mubaiwa at ronald.mubaiwa@gmail.com or the Parish Office at stmaryscathedral1851@gmail.com.
VOCATION DISCERNMENT: Do you feel that the Lord may be stirring something in your heart towards priesthood or religious life? Fr Robert and Fr Paul would like to begin gathering with those who wish to prayerfully discern their vocation within the life of the Church. These gatherings will offer a space for prayer, conversation, guidance, encouragement, and fellowship as together we seek to listen more deeply to God’s call. Whether you are simply curious or beginning to ask questions about you vocation, you are most welcome. If you feel drawn to explore this journey, this weekend, you are welcome to approach Fr Paul or Fr Christian after any of the Masses this weekend. Alternatively, you may contact Fr Paul via email at cathedralassistant.adct@gmail.com or call the parish office during the week on 021 461 1167.
| Pentecost GreetingAs we celebrate Pentecost this Sunday and bring the Easter Season to its joyful conclusion, we are filled with joy and thanksgiving and extend our sincere gratitude to all our parishioners for your faithful participation in the life of the Church throughout this sacred season of Easter. From Ash Wednesday to this great Feast of Pentecost, your prayer, generosity, hard work, care, and dedication have been a beautiful witness to the presence and power of the Holy Spirit at work in our parish community and in the lives of its members. We give special thanks to all those who participate in our ministries, volunteers, and parish groups for your tireless service and commitment, which have helped make our liturgies, celebrations, outreach, and community life so meaningful and prayerful. As we continue our journey of faith throughout the rest of this liturgical year, may the Holy Spirit continue to unite us as one body in Christ, strengthening us to live the Gospel with joy, courage, and love, and sending us forth to be witnesses of hope and faith in the world. May the Lord continue to bless and strengthen each of you and your families throughout the year ahead and may Our Lady of the Flight into Egypt guide, protect and pray for us Wishing each of you a blessed Solemnity of PentecostFr Robert, Fr Paul, Fr Christian and the PPC |
FR PAUL ON LEAVE: Fr Paul will be travelling to Scotland from Wednesday 27 May until 10 June to attend his sister’s wedding and celebrate his Thanksgiving Mass in his home parish following his ordination. We assure him of our prayers and wish him a joyful journey home and time of rest.
| COMMUNAL ACT OF THANKSGIVINGO 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 Bank Name: St Marys Cathedral Current Account Branch code: 020 909Account number: 071 564 780 Swift Code: SBZAZAJJ |
