1. Church Cleaning Schedule
We sincerely thank the St. Athanasius Small Christian Community for cleaning the church yesterday. They were 5 in number. Next week, it will be the turn of the St. Maurus Community, followed by the St. Josephine Bakhita Community.
2. Registration for First Holy Communion and Confirmation Classes
Registration for First Holy Communion and Confirmation classes in Kiswahili is now open. Parents and guardians are requested to visit the Catechists' Office to register their children. Each child should bring a Small Christian Community registration form and a copy of their Baptism Certificate.
3. Invitation to Tender for Parish Security Services
St. Peter's Catholic Parish, Oysterbay, invites qualified and capable bidders who meet the required criteria to provide 24-hour security services throughout the entire parish premises.
Tender documents containing detailed instructions will be available at the Parish Office during working hours, from Monday to Saturday, starting 5 October 2026.
Cost of tender documents: TZS 50,000.
4. Holy Rosary Prayer Schedule
The recitation of the Holy Rosary continues as usual every morning after Mass and at 5:00 PM at the Grotto.
The Zones of St. Padre Pio and St. Rita of Cascia will continue leading the Rosary prayers until 11 October. From 12 October, the Zones of St. Matthew the Evangelist and St. Thomas Aquinas will take over.
Additionally, children will pray the Rosary at the Grotto every Saturday, led by Sister Ancilla.
5. Update on Parish Projects
The architectural drawings for the parish projects have been completed. The parish is now following up on the necessary construction permits with the relevant authorities before implementation can begin.
6. Radio Maria Tanzania – Kapu la Mama 2026 Campaign
Members of the Radio Maria Tanzania Apostolate will visit our parish on Sunday, 11 October 2026, to raise awareness and distribute envelopes for the Kapu la Mama 2026 Campaign.
The faithful are encouraged to prepare their offerings and prayers through Mother Mary.
Campaign theme: “Love Is Victory.”
7. Weather Precautions and Preparedness
As advised by various government authorities, all parishioners are reminded to take precautions and prepare early for possible hazards associated with heavy rainfall, flooding, strong winds, soil erosion, and other weather-related challenges that may accompany El Niño conditions.
Please continue to follow official weather forecasts and warnings issued by the relevant government authorities.
Let us work together as a community of faith, remain vigilant, protect our environment, and assist those living in vulnerable conditions.
“Let us be prepared, take precautions, and protect lives.”
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
First Announcement
Nolasco Usulle Moshi and Judith Pedias Joctan
Joseph Nicodemus Sicilima and Laura Adelbert Mboki
Joseph Bhoke and Irene Charles
Erick Innocent Kakore and Esthre Elisante Mkumbo
Joseph Jonas and Mercy Lisa Katabazi
Mario Samwel and Happiness Karos
Augustine Alfred Masse and Ester Wilson Gwila
Deodath Erasmo and Neema Laurence Macha
Joachim Daniel Joachim and Jackline Joseph
Laurenti Fidelis and Adela Sostenes
Kevin Deogratius and Bona Julius
Kelvin Kizwald and Salome Budigila
Jonathan Pascal Norbert and Rose Clement Mkuwele
Simon Damas Luoga and Elizabeth Gasper Alexander Assey
Second Announcement
- Andrea Mathias Vicent and Elizabeth Benedict Kihwili
Third Announcement
Audax Muchunguzi Paul and Malta Michael Mgode
Kelvin John Kawela and Ritha George Lambart Kishato
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROSITY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. 🙏✝️