South Africa - Beginning of Provincial Chapter of Southern African Vice-Province
Johannesburg, South Africa - November 2022 - On Monday 14 November the Vice-Province of AFM began its 12th Provincial Chapter. The Archbishop of Johannesburg, His grace Archbishop Bhuti Tlagale celebrated the opening mass, which was also the liturgical celebration of the feast of St. Artemides Zatti. In his homily the archbishop pointed out that Zatti's experience of illness made him focused and dedicated himself to the taking care of others. Zatti's illnes made him a missionary of love. His experience of illness made him committed to his mission to serve others. Zatti was there for others, and that is the message that he is giving us today. Present also at the mass was the regional for Africa and Madagascar, Fr. Alphonse Owoudou.