Community Projects
The Denis Hurley Centre is a place not only for the poor and marginalised but for all members of the community of inner city Durban. We therefore are constantly looking to offer programmes that will enhance the lives of people in the area, poor and rich, South African and foreign, young and old, black, white and brown.
Some of the programmes running at the moment include:
- Narcotics Anonymous (‘NA’) meeting every Sat 10am-12 noon: a chance for a person recovering from addiction of any sort to come and share and be supported. (isiZulu language speakers especially welcome). For more information contact Brian Mlungwana (email mlungwanab@gmail.com or call 078 440 2942)
- Drama and Movement workshops every Fri 3pm-5pm organised by UKUSA Performance Arts Programme at UKZN: open to experienced and inexperienced actors. No need to book – just turn up.
- Voice and singing workshops every Sat 2.30pm-4.30pm organised by UKUSA Performance Arts Programme at UKZN: open to experienced and inexperienced singers. No need to book – just turn up.
- Inner City Ministries 3rd Thursday of each month 8am-9am: a chance for ordained and lay ministers working in faith-based organisations in Durban city to come together for fellowship and networking. For more information contact Stuart Talbot (email stuart@denishurleycentre.org)
- Catechism classes for children on Sundays from 9.30 to 11am: Classes for every grade from 0 to 12 (including special needs) to help teach young people about Christianity. Contact Fr Sabelo (Administrator@emmanuelcathedral.org.za))
- Sacramental Preparation (for baptism, first communion, confirmation and adult baptism) different days and times: classes are part of the on-going programme of the Cathedral. For more information and to enrol contact Fr Sabelo (Administrator@emmanuelcathedral.org.za)
If you are interested in hosting a regular programme or meeting at the Denis Hurley Centre that would be of benefit to the local community, contact the Director on 031 301 2240 or email
raymond@denishurleycentre.org