A station that prays together, stays together
Worship music, prayer and preaching sounded from the Judea Harvest tent pitched on the grounds as policemen and -women, community volunteers and pastors lifted their hands to God.
IN a time when the South African Police Service faces enormous challenges on all fronts, Richards Bay SAPS members have joined hands to put differences aside and pray for unity and leadership.
On Thursday, worship music, prayer and preaching sounded from the Judea Harvest tent pitched on the grounds as policemen and -women, community volunteers and pastors lifted their hands to God.
A panel of pastors spoke on topics such as fear, leadership, courage, suicide and grief, marital problems, alcohol dependency and unity despite differences.
With limited manpower and resources, massive workloads, little to no debriefing, changes in leadership and tight financial times, members are struggling with personal challenges and tensions in the workplace.
The pastors encouraged and uplifted their new ‘congregation’ and also laid hands on Brigadier Brenda Mgenge, who is tasked with steering the ship through the rough waters.
Pastor Mbhamali said there will always be differences between people, but that there can be unity despite differences.
As the voices rose in unison, it did seem as if a peaceful harmony had settled over the grounds.
‘We have hope that relationships will be restored and that all of us will be refreshed by this service. We serve the same God, the same community and the same purpose,’ one police member said.
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