Pastors Corner
Our Parish Priest
Fr Bruce Botha, S.J.
Fr Bruce Botha SJ was born in Durban, KZN. He received a diploma in education from the University of Natal and then taught physical science for 4 years at Scottburgh High School. He joined the Society of Jesus and did his noviciate in Cape Town. He then studied philosophy in London and theology in Berkeley, California. Between philosophy and theology, in the period of formation known as regency, he worked as the director of counselling for an HIV research centre. After ordination in 2006 he worked in Holy Trinity, Braamfontein until 2010, when he was appointed parish priest of St Martin de Porres, Orlando West. In 2021 he returned to Holy Trinity as Parish Priest and continues to serve as the Episcopal Vicar for Evangelisation for the Archdiocese of Johannesburg. In July 2024, Fr Bruce became Parish Priest of St Martin De Porres, Craighall Park.
The Grace of Ordination
This weekend we celebrate the priestly ordinations of Reverend Deacon Thato Mashokwe and Reverend Deacon Sechaba Liphoko. The ordinations will take place on Saturday, 14 February 2026, at Christ the King Cathedral in Johannesburg, at 09h30. You are all invited
“Speak Lord, your servant is listening”
Almost 150 of our parishioners responded to the invitation to dedicate their time, talent and treasure to the Lord in service to this community. THANK YOU! The scripture quote above is what Samuel said to the Lord when he was
Commitment Sunday
This weekend we celebrate what we call “Commitment Sunday.” It is an opportunity for each member of the parish community, both new and old, to reflect on the ways in which they will be dedicating their time, talent and treasure
The Ministry of Prayer
We pray each Sunday for the pope’s prayer intention, which for January is the following: Let us pray that the Word of God will be nourishment for our lives, and a source of hope in our communities; helping us to
Welcome Home
Welcome back to all of you as you return from holidays and travels. It is the end of the first week of school for most of our learners, and I am sure many parents are relieved to get back into
A Christmas Blessing
Christmas is finally upon us, after four weeks of waiting. Many of you will be receiving this as you holiday with family and friends in far away places. Know that we, your community, will be thinking of you and missing
