The Table was a vision that was birthed in the hearts and minds of the children at CHS Cape Town (our local church community). Our architects (EMI), church leaders and children met to pray as the children shared what they would like to see in the new building in the future. The children read the parable of the banquet in the Bible where there was a feast for the destitute, outcasts and the sick, all were welcome to come and feast at The Table where God was present. This led to much excitement as the children drew long tables and envisioned a space in the CHS Life Centre where all people could gather and eat together no matter their background. The Table vision was birthed in this time and we opened this space in July 2023!

Here are some of the highlights for you to enjoy!

The Table Cafe is a community cafe throughout the week but as mentioned can be booked out for events in evenings and on weekends. In June we appointed Mark Lawson-Smith from Streatfood to run all our food and coffee operations. Mark is an experienced chef who has worked in restaurants in South Africa and abroad. Mark also has a big heart for community empowerment through training and equipping others in coffee and food.

We also welcomed Priscilla Johnson who is part of our local church community and graduated from the U-Turn programme. U-Turn is an amazing charity that provides sustainable opportunities for the homeless to get off the street and find work and housing. We are excited to see her grow in all areas of her life and she has been a massive blessing to the team here - go Priscilla!!

We are excited to see more initiatives take place at The Table in the future. If you would like to visit us, the opening hours are Mon - Fri from 7:30 am - 3 pm. You can also book The Table for evening events or host meals.

Please do get in contact if you would like to know more information. I do hope we can welcome you to The Table soon. As our slogan says 'There is a place just for you’.

Kind Regards,

Mark Slessenger

Life Centre Director