Categories News Archbishop Thabo’s prayer for Tutus after a fire Post date 9th Sep 2020 The Tutus in lockdown before the fire. (Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation) Archbishop Thabo Makgoba called Archbishop Emeritus Desmond and Mrs Leah Tutu to pray with them today after an early-morning fire destroyed part of their retirement cottage in Hermanus. The couple are both safe and recovering under the supervision of the staff of the retirement village in which they live. Dear Holy and Triune God, May you please look after Mama Leah and Tata. They need you more than ever before during this most vulnerable time of lockdown and COVID-19. We are very grateful that they were not injured in the fire. May you heal them so they overcome the shock and trauma they are facing. We love them and we pray that you will continue to keep them safe at all times. Please give them and the family all the strength that they need at this time, Amen. 9 September 2020 Statement from the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation ARCHBISHOP AND MRS TUTU EXTEND LOVE AND GRATITUDE TO VILLAGE STAFF AND FIRE DEPARTMENT AFTER FIRE DAMAGES THEIR RETIREMENT HOME Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu and Mrs Leah Tutu have extended their love and gratitude to staff at their retirement village and members of the local fire department after a fire damaged the living area of their cottage in Hermanus, in the Southern Cape. The couple did not sustain any injuries and were in good spirits considering events that unfolded around daybreak today. “We cannot thank the staff at the village enough for their kindness and quick action; or members of the fire department, unsung heroes, on whose courage one leans in the most difficult circumstances. God bless them all,” the Tutus said. The cause of the fire is unknown. It is believed to have been triggered by a faulty gas heater. ← Hand in Hand – Bible studies to transform our response to sexual violence → NOTE TIME CHANGE to 4pm – Archbishop Welby to preach at 150th anniversary service 6 replies on “Archbishop Thabo’s prayer for Tutus after a fire” We thank God that they are both safe. Lots of love and prayers Cynthia Prayers and blessings to Mama Leah and Archbishop Tutu. Clive Caesar Thank you Lord for protection and safety. Prayers and Blessings to you Ma Leah and Emeritus glad you both safe. Archbishop and Mrs Tutu, Thanks be to GOD that you are safe. You remain in my prayers. My prayers are added to the beautiful prayer of ++Thabo. The dear Tutus are remarkable in their humility, kindness towards others and deep thankfulness to those who serve them well. May God bless Tata and uMama Leah for all they mean to us. Leave a Reply to Edward George Cancel replyComments are moderated and may take a few days to appear. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Δ
My prayers are added to the beautiful prayer of ++Thabo. The dear Tutus are remarkable in their humility, kindness towards others and deep thankfulness to those who serve them well. May God bless Tata and uMama Leah for all they mean to us.
