Prayers for renewal at Pentecost Mass

Congregants were encouraged to remember the ‘season of renewal’

June 15, 2019

Danielle Greaves 1 minute read

The light in the dark: church members gathered outside and lit candles saying 'God bless Estcourt'.

Last Sunday marked Pentecost and St Matthew’s Anglican Church decided to observe the day differently this year.
As of Ascension Day on May 30 the congregants met daily at the Colita Community Hall at 5.30pm.

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This time was used to engage in praying for spiritual renewal in the church and community as well as ponder on scripture readings themed ‘Season of Renewal.’

St Matthews Anglican Church congregants and community members pray.

“On Sunday to end the week of prayer, an evening service was held were we lit candles,” explained Father Madoda Khumalo.

Congregants braved the cold, and sang worship songs as the candle lighting ceremony took place. Pentecost was not the only reason for celebration, Sunday also marked Father Khumalo’s eighth year with St Matthew’s.

After singing happy birthday, Father Khumalo urged attendees to continue reciting the Season of Renewal prayers.
The evening service was capped off with warm beverages, snacks and socialising.

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June 15, 2019

Danielle Greaves 1 minute read

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