
Br Sydney Daniels celebrated the 50th anniversary of his religious vows at St Francis of Assisi parish in Vanderbijlpark. The Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Emeritus Jabulani Nxumalo OMI, assisted by Fr Siphelele Gwanisheni OFM Provincial Order of Friars Minor in Southern Africa and Fr Teddy Lennon OFM.
Many religious joined in the celebration together with Br Sydney’s family to celebrate this wonderful milestone. Br Sydney expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all who assisted in making this day such a joyous celebration. Submitted by Elaine Prosper, photos by various who attended.

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