TO ALL IN THE UPCSA The UPCSA Gender Desk calls upon the UPCSA family to join the international community in observing the International Widow’s Day which falls on the 23rd June annually. Please see the call from the All Africa Conference of Churches in the letter that is attached. The Gender Desk realised that this is… Continue reading UPCSA – Reminder to Commemorate International Widows Day and to Send Postal Address
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Holy Trinity Sunday Service – 12 June 2022, by Rev Craig Morrison
THEME : A Trinitarian Model - Life Together Worship aims to be “a transformative, communal experience of observing, trusting, trying, reflecting, and taking chances for the sake of experiencing the Holy One.” Order of Service https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Pw4y8KAsjLMl1EmGJUhiP7diI-0MQCV8/view?usp=drivesdk Service audio https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ur2Tb384ktuMYs0ZxWhDjiu58h3mTFSz/view?usp=drivesdk Service video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N51cGikjlWB7IfS7INwJdmh7HqQRS_b_/view?usp=drivesdk
Pentecost – Holy Communion Sunday Service – 5 June 2022, by Rev Craig Morrison
THEME: A COMFORTING FRIEND Order of Service https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QIlXVFxi6kFiCJmZtzXffGqN4XM3m4at/view?usp=drivesdk Service audio https://drive.google.com/file/d/1shDJzv8Og5qrcAy5Lxe0V9QDMd4hll8w/view?usp=drivesdk
UPCSA – Notice of Bereavement – Elder David Macdonald
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA It is with deep sadness to announce that Mr David Macdonald passed awaysuddenly on Thursday night, 2 June 2022. His daughter assumes he had a heartattack. She found him after 9pm that night. May he rest in peace. The Rev Colin Campbell, Clerk of the Western Cape Presbytery writes, "ElderDavid… Continue reading UPCSA – Notice of Bereavement – Elder David Macdonald
UPCSA – Invitation to the Virtual Boot Camp on Matters of the SGBV
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA The Gender Desk received this invitation to the virtual boot camp “for sexually traumatized and violated individuals who are struggling for reasons and seeking a chance to heal” that will be held from 6 to 10 June 2022 at 6-7 pm every evening. The Gender Desk hereby shares the same with… Continue reading UPCSA – Invitation to the Virtual Boot Camp on Matters of the SGBV
UPCSA – Notice of Bereavement – Mrs Maria Vaaltyn (Mother of Rev Gavin Vaaltyn)
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA It is with deep sadness to announce that Mrs Maria Vaaltyn, the mother of the Rev Gavin Vaaltyn, passed away on the morning of Saturday, 28 May 2022. May she rest in peace. The funeral arrangements will be communicated as they become available. Please uphold the Vaaltyn family in your… Continue reading UPCSA – Notice of Bereavement – Mrs Maria Vaaltyn (Mother of Rev Gavin Vaaltyn)
Sunday Service – 29 May 2022, by Rev Craig Morrison
Theme: Jesus, Church and Social justice Order of Service https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ws8VxWDvi2QVsRHtQibGrDgvO0MliYbo/view?usp=drivesdk Service video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q1NuqNkjJfIZsSx-Jv1Vu3ieENowD3HU/view?usp=drivesdk
UPCSA – Statement By The All Africa Conference Of Churches (AACC) On The Occasion Of African Union Day (25th May 2022)
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA Please receive the statement of the All Africa Conference of Churches’ statement on the occasion of the African Union Day. Warmest regards, Rev Dr Lungile Mpetsheni (Rhadebe) General Secretary Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa Secretary – Africa Communion of Reformed Churches Dear AACC Members, Receive Greetings from AACC. Today… Continue reading UPCSA – Statement By The All Africa Conference Of Churches (AACC) On The Occasion Of African Union Day (25th May 2022)
LETTER TO OUR MALE FRIENDS
Dear Men of St. Columba’s – Please see the below letter from Rev. Craig Morrison. (To the women of the church, this one is for the guys but may be worth reading for the man you may know!) https://drive.google.com/file/d/13dNakVKuZlAfPs6ZZSuhNBhx7oWhECXB/view?usp=drivesdk Blessings in Christ admin@stcolumbashatfield.co.za (Church Office)
Reminder: The Hatfield Community Ascension Day Celebration: 26 May 2022, at 18.30
Dear friends Please note that for celebration of Ascension Day, we will have a combined Service with the Hatfield churches at Elim FG Church, 114 Duxbury. Time: 6h30pm. All are invited
UPCSA – Invitation to a Webinar on Men’s Health Awareness – 24 May 2022
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA The General Assembly Health and Wellness Committee presents a webinar on men’s health on Tuesday 24 May 2022 at 18:30. You are all invited to attend and participate in this webinar for a healthy society. The guest speaker - Dr Luntu Gwiliza (Specialist Urologist) will give a presentation on Prostate… Continue reading UPCSA – Invitation to a Webinar on Men’s Health Awareness – 24 May 2022
UPCSA – Letter of Introduction: New Ministry Secretary
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA Please receive the attached letter from the General Assembly Church Office Committee, on the appointment of the Ministry Secretary. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fvChdVPWtPLnxcMUmGJnG6IfdmKjTTYz/view?usp=drivesdk Warmest regards, Rev Dr Lungile Mpetsheni (Rhadebe) General Secretary Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa Secretary – Africa Communion of Reformed Churches
Sunday Service – 22 May 2022, by Rev Craig Morrison
THEME: FEAR NOT Order of Service https://drive.google.com/file/d/115a1Ixvqc95GvhR4bv330x7L4BWv7hB6/view?usp=drivesdk
UPCSA – Notice of Bereavement – Mrs Merle Johnston
TO ALL IN THE UPCSA It is with deep sadness to announce that Mrs Merle Johnston passed away suddenly on Sunday evening. Mrs Johnston served the UPCSA as the personal assistant/secretary to the General Secretary and Clerk of Assembly many years ago. She had been at a retirement village in Durban until her death. May… Continue reading UPCSA – Notice of Bereavement – Mrs Merle Johnston
