October 2024

The 30th MU Conference in the Diocese of Kimberly and Kuruman under the leadership of President M Dithejane was held at Diamond Field Archdeaconry on the 26th of September to 28th of September 2024 at CRC. Mothers Union members came in numbers from all five archdeaconries to celebrate the anniversary. The spirit was moving and there were many activities which were performed from Friday to Sunday, to mention but a few was: choral competition, traditional attire and rendering of traditional music, prayer and spirituality and others, not forgetting Environmental activities led by Environmental-Champ Mrs. V D Mosenthal. The organisers identified a primary school around Kimberley where trees will be planted. On Sunday morning before the service Bishop Brain of Kimberley and Kuruman blessed the trees in advance for plantation. Two trees were handed over to the Diamond Field Presiding member. By : Mrs. V D Mosenthal

The altar servers in the Anglican Church diocese of Lesotho have shown their dedication to both their faith and the environment by taking action to clean up the streets of Hlotse in Leribe. On the 4th of October, as part of their annual Thanksgiving celebrations, the servers spent one hour in the afternoon picking up rubbish and debris in the area. This act of service is not only a reflection of their gratitude for their blessings, but also a meaningful contribution to the Anglican Communion forest initiative. By cleaning up the streets, the servers are helping to protect and preserve the environment, making a positive impact on their community and the world around them. The timing of this cleanup was particularly significant, as it marked the end of the season of creation for the Anglican Church. This season, which runs from September 1st to October 4th, is a time for reflection and action on environmental issues, and the servers’ efforts are a fitting way to bring this period to a close. As Green Anglicans, a group dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship within the Anglican Church, are happy at the news of the cleanup. We commend the altar servers for their commitment to both their faith and the environment, and encourage others to follow their example. This act of service serves as a wonderful reminder of the importance of taking care of our planet and working together to create a more sustainable future. The alter servers in the Anglican Church diocese of Lesotho have set a powerful example with their actions, showing that a small group of dedicated individuals can make a big difference in their community. By Rapelang Korotjoe

Green Anglicans were invited by the Sunday School teachers of St. Mary and St. James Cathedral to join in a special event to mark the season of creation on Sunday the 29th of September 2024. It was a day filled with fun, learning, and caring for God’s creation. First, the Green Anglicans representative, Rapelang Korotjoe shared with the kids what their initiative is all about – taking care of the environment and being good stewards of the Earth. To wrap up the presentation, everyone sang a cheerful song called “Be Green In Your Corner”, which aligns with the work of green Anglicans. After the presentation, the Sunday scholars rolled up their sleeves and got to work cleaning the church premises and watering plants under the watchful eyes of their teachers. It was heartwarming to see the kids pitching in to help keep their surroundings clean and green. The fun didn’t stop there! The children had a blast getting their faces painted and expressing their creativity by drawing pictures related to God’s creation. They showed their drawings to everyone in the church, sharing their understanding of the beauty of the world around us. In a touching moment, one of the kids thanked Green Anglicans and prayed that everyone in the world appreciates and joins in the important work of caring for our planet. To end the day on a high note, everyone enjoyed a picnic together, celebrating the shared effort to protect and honor God’s creation. It was a memorable day of learning, playing, and coming together as a young community to show love for the Earth. Let’s all take inspiration from these wonderful kids and do our part to make the world a better place for everyone! By Rapelang Korotjoe