On Thursday, July 18, 2013, Old South Church hosted Boston's celebration of Nelson Mandela International Day, in partnership with Boston Pan African Forum, Cathedral of St. Paul, and South Africa Partners. Guests included Gov. Deval Patrick, Mayor Thomas Menino, Rep. Byron Rushing, and Mr. Johnny Moloto, Deputy Chief of Mission of the South African Embassy. Photos of the evening's event were featured in the Metro section of The Boston Globe on July 19, 2013.