Dear Monsignor / Rev. Father / Religious Superior / People of God.
Kindly be informed that His Grace Archbishop Buti Tlhagale OMI, grants permission that the FEAST OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD which is a Holy Day of obligation, will be celebrated this THURSDAY 21st May 2020 (only for this year). This is where it is usually celebrated (40 days after Easter) and not on the following Sunday, this day will take place as the normal 7th Sunday of the year.
Both our Bishops send their Blessings and pray that you are keeping safe during this coronavirus pandemic lockdown period.
Fr. Paul Beukes OMI
VICAR GENERAL
CATHOLIC ARCHDIOCESE OF JHB