This is with a heart that springs with joy, because ánother soldier has gone to receive his reward'from the Lord.

The Rev. Dr. Paul J Messiah, Sr (82) has passed away on Tuesday morning. He will be funeralize on Saturday August 17, at 10h00 from Gow Chapel AME Church in Kraaifontein.

The Rev. Dr. Paul J Messiah was a former Presiding Elder and served the church faithfully for more than 50 years before retiring in 1997. He has given two sons to the church in the Itinerant Ministry: Revds. Dr. Wilfred J mesiah and Paul J Messiah, Jr.

The church family of Vinton Anderson AME Church herewith wishes to share the sorrow with the family, friends and Church. May you find peace in knowing that he has gone to be with the Lord.

God Bless You.

Rev. William C and Mrs Leatricia Legolie Charlin and Leaverne Vinton Anderson AME Church, EERSTE RIVER

-- Anonymous, August 15, 2002

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On behalf of my family, The President of the Presiding Elder's Council Rev. Henry A. Joubert and family, Rev. J.P. Jones the Pastor of Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church in Mitchells Plain and members I wish to join the Rev. Legolie with the sentiments expressed.

Rev. Messiah has been one of the stalwarts in leading the Church and bringing her thus far. There is no doubt that he has left a legacy behind, not only via the two sons given to the Church, but his works certainly will follow him. His enthusiasm for the Lord and especially his presence at any service will certainly be hard to emulate. Paul says that those who's gone on before us rest from their labours, which I believe believe the Rev Dr. Messiah certainly deserves. May his family left behind be comforted by the thought that there are many of us who will always cherish the memories left behind.

Oh when I come to the end of my journey.....

Clive J. Pillay and the saints at West Bank Development

-- Anonymous, August 15, 2002

Bright Temple A.M.E. Church family sends its condolences to the Messiah family at this time. Our prayers to God are for your comfort during this time and the days ahead.

-- Anonymous, August 16, 2002

As one who has only just met Rev. Dr. Wilfred Messiah in Tampa I too add my condolences to the family of this great soldier of the Church. Along with my Pastor Rev. Lorne Bean I too am praying for the Messiah family. There is a great getting Morning in the promised land.

-- Anonymous, August 16, 2002

The Family of Heard Chapel AME Church Bermuda join with me in extending words of comfort, love and support at this time. Remember, God still does althings well. Blessings upon you at this time.

-- Anonymous, August 16, 2002

To the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the Messiah family thanks you for your thoughtfulness in extnding condolences through the time of our bereavement. We pray God's continued blessings as you seek to serve Him.

-- Anonymous, January 03, 2003