Blessing of new extension - Our Lady of Loreto Church, South Africa
Indeed it was a great joy for the parish of Our Lady of Loreto Catholic Church as the new extension was blessed on the 15th of October. His Grace, archbishop Buti Thaghale OMI archbishop of Johannesburg blessed the new extension. The solemn Eucharistic celebration started at 5:00 pm with Fr Peter Rebello, parish priest and deacon Keith McKenzie in concelebration. Meaningful and devotional liturgy was animated by Chris Perumal. During the mass Mrs Maggie Sauls was inducted as new extraordinary Eucharistic minister. Archbishop in his homily emphasized the importance of prayer in the place of worship so that the people can experience the power of God in their lives. Towards the end of the mass the parish priest thanked the archbishop and faithful for their contribution towards the building and acknowledged the dedicated and committed service of Mr Denzil Pillay and Lawrence McMahon, the project managers and Mrs Pam Brits, the architect. There were 350 people who attended the mass. Archbishop appreciated Fr Peter Rebello OCD, the parish priest for his dedication and commitment in the church and in the diocese. Sweets and snacks were distributed to all the faithful to mark the celebration.