Just in time liturgical planning
From Mary Jane+:
As the clergy lined up for the procession into the civic center in
Manzini for the consecration of Bp. Ellinah, we were divided into diocesan and
visiting clergy. But, by the time we were inside and seated, I found
myself seated among both Swazi's and mostly South Africans. At the peace,
one of the archdeacons approached the priest next to me and told him to quickly
find 16 pairs to administer communion. And then he said, start with these
two next to you, referring to Grace+ from SA and myself. So, very soon, I
was standing on the raised stage receiving communion from the new Bishop, and
then we went to our station to share with almost overwhelming joy the Body and
Blood uniting us with Christ. While communion was being served, Bp.
Peyton from Brechin was one of three Bishops who went to bless the many, many
children. He said he thought some Bishops did not like to do this, but he
was glad to be asked and is truly in his element with young children! When
Mthr. Grace and I had finally served all who came to our station, we were
asked to go up to the balcony to serve the massed diocesan choir. As we
climbed the stairs, we were enveloped in their singing! I kept looking
for one older woman from Manzini who sang in the choir for the 40th Anniversary
of the Diocese celebration in 2008. And suddenly, she was the next person in
line. As the Swazi's proclaim often in call and response, "God
is Good! All the Time!"
2 Comments:
Oh my heart is with you all! Thank you so much for these reflections and the photos. I cannot wait to hear all about your journey. Sending love and prayers
Lydia Bucklin
By Anonymous, at 8:08 AM
Wonderful story! God is Good! All the Time! This will be my next song! Ben Allaway
By Ben Allaway, at 10:50 PM
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