Parish Notices for the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C
Safeguarding Sunday
Today we observe Safeguarding Sunday—a reminder of our commitment to protect and care for all, especially children and vulnerable adults. Let us continue to build a parish where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. If you have concerns, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Representative: Mrs Anne Baker 082 432 8860
“Gaza – witnessing the Horror”
Frs. David Neuhaus SJ and Russell Pollitt, SJ will lead a timely and important discussion on the unfolding tragedy in Gaza, sharing insights, context, and reflections on the human suffering and the call to justice and peace. This will be on 10th of August at 11h15, Trinity House Hall. Tea will be served. All parishioners and friends are warmly invited to attend.
Dedication Letters
All those who filled in a Dedication Pledge committing to a LITURGICAL MINISTRY, please collect your letter at the back of the Church on the table. It is in a box in alphabetical order. If you committed to another ministry, your letters will be available next week.
St. Ignatius Loyola
The Solemnity of St Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, is on 31 July. The Parish will celebrate the Solemnity next Sunday, 3 August, at both the 07h30 and 09h30 Masses.
St. Vincent de Paul
A second collection will be taken on Sunday 27th July to feed and assist the poor. The SSVP would like to thank everyone for your generosity and continued support!
Institute Ignatian Day
Join the Jesuit Institute for the celebration of the annual Ignatian Day. Fr Russell Pollitt SJ will present a talk on the Contemplative Path as outlined by Hungarian Jesuit, Fr Franz Jalics SJ. This will be on the 2nd of August from 09h00 till 12h30 – no cost, but a donation would be appreciated. All are welcome! Please register by emailing retreats@jesuitinstitute.org.za
Student Matters
Please note that the Med School mass will be every Tuesday at 13h00, UJ Sunday Masses on Campus at 12h00 Student Mass will resume on the 27 July.
Mass Intentions
You can contact the office for Mass intentions. A suggested donation is R50 per Mass. The Mass intentions will be published so that people know which intention or who the Mass is being celebrated for.
Baptism
All parishioners wishing to baptise their babies/children should fill out this FORM. The parish will contact you to schedule an appointment with Fr. Russell. The next baptism class is on 23rd of August 2025, and the sacrament will be administered on 30th of August 2025.
Let us pray for the sick
Let us pray for all the sick of the parish. Should you wish to have names added to the list, please email the parish office. We pray, especially for Rev Billy Davies, Yvonne Von Mayer, Sarah, Sr. Sheelagh Mary, Daphne White and Jarrod Van de Berg