Kwa-Thema – The Republican Trinity Church of Southern Africa in Endicott honoured their beloved Bishop Timothy S. Shabangu via a heartfelt blanket drive on June 29.
The theme of the day was “Noma sebafile,” which means “although they’ve handed away.”
Tshabangu was a widely known non secular chief and a outstanding neighborhood activist who devoted his life to uplifting the poor and susceptible.
“He was born in June and handed away on June 25, 2021. Yearly in his start month, he would give meals parcels to elders within the church as a means of celebrating,” defined Rev Veli Nkosi.
Blanket drive retains elders heat. Picture cred: church member
“This yr, we wished to do issues otherwise. We gave blankets to the elders of the church to assist maintain them heat this winter.”
Nkosi mentioned they aimed to proceed the legacy Bishop Shabangu left behind. The church raised funds for the initiative and distributed 25 blankets on the day.
“Winter is a really chilly season, and everybody deserves to be heat. Our elders want blankets to wrap round themselves whereas in church,” he added.
“Bishop Shabangu was dedicated to neighborhood work and empowerment. He was a full bundle – a loving particular person, a singer, and an advisor.”
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The youth in attendance have been additionally given precious insights into the bishop’s life and his many acts of kindness. Reverend Bathatheni Mthimunye, who knew the late bishop personally, led a particular lecture in his honour.
The day included a heat meal for church members and phrases of encouragement for these in want. Nkosi prolonged his gratitude to the Endicott neighborhood and the native ward councillor for his or her continued assist of the church.
“I’d additionally wish to thank the congregation for at all times taking part in our fundraising and church actions. We welcome donations from the general public, whether or not within the type of meals, clothes, or financial contributions,” he mentioned.
“College youngsters are nonetheless in want of each winter and summer time clothes, college sneakers, and different important provides,” he concluded.
For enquiries and donations, contact Nkosi at 078 249 6177.
Elders of the church have been grateful for the blankets. Picture cred: Church member
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