Mothers' Union (MU)- Lady Day
2026-03-28
The Diocesan Mothers’ Union warmly invites all members and parishioners to the Annual Lady Day Celebration. Join us as we gather in thanksgiving, prayer, and fellowship to commemorate this special day in the life and witness of the Mothers’ Union.

Lady Day
2026-03-28 | St. Mark the Evangelist Cathedral, 59 Cathedral Street, George, Western Cape, 6529, South Africa

Barabbas Passion Play
2026-03-31
Step into the Story. Experience the Passion.
Join us for a powerful and deeply moving production of Barabbas—a once-in-a-lifetime Passion Play that brings the story of sacrifice, grace, and redemption to life in a way that will stir your heart and soul.
Presented in collaboration with ARTSCape and the Goliath Davids Legacy Project, this unforgettable theatrical experience invites you to journey alongside the characters of the Passion narrative and reflect anew on the meaning of faith, mercy, and transformation.
📍 Conville Civic Centre, George
📅 31 March & 1 April 2026
⏰ 19:00
🎟 Tickets: R120
Come and be part of an evening that promises not just a performance, but an encounter—one that will remain with you long after the final scene.
All are welcome. Bring your family, your friends, and your faith.

Maunday Thursday & Renewal of Priestly Vows
2026-04-02
The Diocese invites all clergy and parishioners to attend the Maundy Thursday Eucharist with the Renewal of Priestly Vows at St. Mark’s Cathedral at 10:00 AM. This important diocesan gathering offers a time to pray for our clergy and to renew our shared calling in Christ’s service.

Clergy Family Weekend
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-19 | Stilbaai, Stilbaai, Western Cape, South Africa

Diocesan Ordination June 2026
2026-06-28
NOTICE OF ORDINATION
Notice is hereby given that, God willing, The Right Reverend Edwin Desmond Pockpass, Bishop of the Diocese of George intends to ordain:
Revd. Mr. Jayed Rhodes and Revd. Ms. Melanie Prinsloo to the Sacred Order of Priests; and to make
Mr. Ehsanul-Lee Booysen and Mr. Shaun Plato Deacons in Christ’s Holy Catholic Church.
The Ordination Eucharist will take place on:
Sunday, 28 June 2026 at 14h00 in the Cathedral of St. Mark the Evangelist.
Your prayers are requested for the Ordinands, for the Retreat Conductor, the Preacher, and for Bishop Edwin, that all may be guided and strengthened by the Holy Spirit in preparation for this sacred occasion

Sacred Synod 2026
2026-07-22 08:00 - 2026-07-24 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | St. Mark’s Cathedral
The Bishop of George, The Right Revd. Edwin Pockpass, has called the Sacred Synod of the Diocese of George to gather from 22–24 July 2026 at the Cathedral Church of St. Mark the Evangelist.

The Sacred Synod is an important gathering in the life of our Diocese, bringing together clergy and lay representatives from across our parishes to pray, discern, deliberate, and seek God’s guidance for the mission and ministry of the Church.
As we prepare for this significant occasion, we invite all members of the Diocese to uphold the Bishop, clergy, delegates, and all involved in your prayers. May the Holy Spirit lead and inspire the Synod’s discussions and decisions, strengthening our shared witness to the Gospel and deepening our unity in Christ.
“Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labour in vain.” Psalm 127:1

Guild of the Servants of the Sanctuary Festival 2026
2026-09-26 | St. Mark’s Cathedral
✨ ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE GUILD OF THE SERVANTS OF THE SANCTUARY ✨
The Guild of the Servants of the Sanctuary in the Diocese of George joyfully invites all servers and supporters to gather for our Annual Festival at St. Mark’s Cathedral on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Theme: “At the Cross of Jesus Christ”
Come and experience a day of worship, fellowship, renewal, and celebration as we gather at the foot of the Cross, the place of sacrifice, hope, grace, and calling. Together we will reflect on what it truly means to serve faithfully in God’s sanctuary and in His Church.
This promises to be a spiritually uplifting and memorable occasion filled with prayer, learning, unity, and joyful celebration among servers from across the Diocese.
“Near the Cross! O Lamb of God, bring its scenes before me.”
📍 Venue: St. Mark’s Cathedral
📅 Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026
Download Letter & Program here.
Let us come together “At the Cross of Jesus Christ” and renew our commitment to faithful and reverent service in the House of the Lord.
All are welcome!

Diocesan Family Day & Thanksgiving Service
2026-11-21 08:00 - 2026-11-22 17:00
✨ SAVE THE DATES | 21 & 22 NOVEMBER 2026 ✨
The Diocese of George warmly invites you to a special weekend of faith, fellowship and thanksgiving as we gather together as one diocesan family.
Join us for:
🎉 Diocesan Family Day
🌟 Gala Evening
🙏 Thanksgiving Service
Come and celebrate God’s goodness, strengthen our bonds of unity, and share in the joy of worship, community and family togetherness. All are welcome!
📍 Diocese of George
📅 21–22 November 2026
“Together in Faith, Family & Thanksgiving.” ❤️💙
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