SOUTH AFRICA—Ten members of the Cape Town congregation held a “potjie in the bush” on Dec. 7, 2014, for the 25th anniversary of the Philadelphia Church of God. The Simpson family hosted the event at the foot of the Knorhoek mountain range on the farm where they live.

Potjie is an Afrikaans word for a cast iron pot, brought to South Africa by Dutch settlers who used it to prepare food. The potjie is placed on coals while the food simmers, giving it a smoky taste.

Assistant Pastor for Africa George Githembe joined the brethren and reminded them of their heritage, in light of the past 25 years.

Members Bernard Wakelin and Neal Simpson prepared dishes of lamb and chicken curry potjie for the group to share.

“It was wonderful how God answered our prayers and really blessed us with good weather after some heavy winds we had been experiencing,” Mr. Wakelin said. “It was a new experience making a potjie out in the nature amongst trees in God’s creation, as it all contributed to great fellowship.”

“It was wonderful for all of us to fellowship, talk, laugh and eat the most delicious meal that was prepared with meticulous care,” member Rose Marie Le Grange said. “The tranquil surrounding was exactly what we needed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of pcg.”