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On October 29, the Archdi- ocese of Kampala celebrated its Golden Jubilee anniversary under the theme, “Remem- ber, Rejoice and Renew”. It was a belated celebration since the Archdiocese was erected in 1966. We congratulate His Grace Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, the Clergy, Religious and all the Faithful of the Arch- Cardinal Filoni (third left) poses for a group photo with the Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda, diocese for this historic and Most Rev. Michael August Blume (third right), other bishops and priests, President Museveni memorable event. We appre- (centre) and the Katikiro (prime minister) of Buganda kingdom, Charles Peter Mayiga ciate His Eminence Fernando (extreme left) Cardinal Filoni for honouring us by his presence, for presiding over the various liturgical cel- Cardinal Filoni appeals for support ebrations but more importantly for his challenging message. of the weak and vulnerable The Cardinal among other By Jacinta W. Odongo the widow, the orphan, refugees and the Media Officer, Uganda Episcopal Conference things challenged us to be poor. attentive to the needs of the “Generally speaking, it warns against weak, the vulnerable and The Prefect of the Congregation for the oppression of the suffering human- the suffering in our midst. the Evangelization of Peoples at the Vat- ity, including the needy, the sick, the The message was delivered ican, H.E. Fernando Cardinal Filoni has excluded, the marginalized, the migrants, in word and deed. His Emi- appealed for support of the weak and vul- the refugees, the victims of armed con- nence not only called on us nerable people in the country. flicts and others whose dignity is endan- to love our neighbour as we Cardinal Filoni made this appeal, while gered,” he explained. love ourselves, but he person- speaking at the golden jubilee anniversary The Cardinal said that the Catechetical ally visited the sick, orphans celebrations of the Archdiocese of Kam- tradition of the Church counts the oppres- and elderly at Nalukolongo in pala on Sunday, October 29. He presided sion of the poor among the sins that cry Kampala. As people of faith over the Holy Mass at Namugongo Cath- to heaven. “In fact, God says through the and as Ugandans, we need to olic Shrine reminding Ugandans of the sacred author of the passage we have embrace this message whole- “greatest and first commandment of love” heard: If ever you wrong them and they heartedly and endeavour to proposed by the Gospel. cry out to me, I will surely hear their cry.” do something to assist our “You shall love the Lord your God with He spoke in particular of the numerous brothers and sisters in need. all your heart, and with all your soul, and Ugandans that have arrived in Kampala We may not have much to give but a small act of love can go with your entire mind. This is the greatest capital city from all parts of the country, in a long way to bring a smile to and first commandment,” Cardinal Filoni search of work and a better life. He also somebody’s face. said in his homily. “Then immediately acknowledged that Gulu Ecclesiastical Let each and every one of us Jesus added: You shall love your neigh- Province hosts hundreds of thousands remember the many blessings bor as yourself. This is the second. Like of refugees from South Sudan who are that we have received from the the two faces of the same coin, the two looking for shelter to save their life from Lord and let us share some of commandments cannot be separated. violence, hence called on all Ugandans to those blessings with the needy The first commandment is inseparably reach out to them with love and mercy of in our midst. connected with the second, a reality that Christ. can also be expressed in this way: What- “We must not let them be abandoned to Fr. Philip Odii ever you do to the least of my brethren, themselves. Perhaps we cannot do a lot Editor/Executive Secretary you do to me.” at this moment, but it is important to get of Social Communications Reiterating the first reading from the to know them, whether they are Catholics Uganda Episcopal book of Exodus, he condemned the unjust or from another denominations. When we Conference treatment of the weak and vulnerable in know them the Lord will show the way to the community who includes strangers, gathering them closer to our communi- DIOCESAN NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 3

A section of pilgrims during the celebration at Namugongo

A section of priests during the Holy Mass

Cardinal Filino burns incense at Munyo- nyo Shrine PHOTOS BY JULIET LUKWAGO

Cardinal Filino also visits orphans and the sick children at Nalukolongo

Major Seminary Ggaba to meet the religious, priests, deacons, and sem- inarians. On the same day the prelate also met with President Museveni and later held a meeting with the married couples at Lubaga Cathedral. The choir at Namugongo Catholic Shrine Cardinal Filoni also visited a home for the elderly and the vulnerable children at Nalukolongo on October 28. ties,” Cardinal Filoni said. Emmanuel Nsubuga and Emmanuel He met with elderly people in their He compared this type of uncondi- Wamala and Most Rev Cyprian Kizito rooms, and placed a wreath on the tional love to what Pope Francis called Lwanga (the current Archbishop of tomb of Cardinal Nsubuga (1914- “going to the existential peripheries of Kampala Archdiocese). 1991) before proceeding to Busega society” and coming to know the smell The Mass was also concelebrated where he planted a mango tree. He of the sheep. by the Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda, also visited vulnerable children includ- On the occasion of the jubilee anni- Most Rev. Michael August Blume, the ing the orphans and the sick. Later, versary, the Cardinal said that jubilee Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese, he visited Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine, is a time to help one’s neighbor get a Most Rev. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga and where he met with the Catechists and fresh start. “This Golden jubilee marks other bishops as well as priests. The Teachers, and officially consecrated an important step in the life of this celebration attracted thousands of the magnificent Martyrs Shrine in a Archdiocesan church. Mine is a call for faithful from across the country includ- Eucharistic Celebration. The Cardi- a new engagement; indeed, a favor- ing President Yoweri Museveni, who nal also paid a courtesy visit to the able time to create new prospects; was the Chief Guest. Kabaka of Buganda on the same day. to mark out the path of the Catholic Meanwhile, as part of the celebra- The Archdiocese of Kampala was Church for the coming 50 years,” he tions, on October 27 Cardinal Filoni erected on August 5, 1966. It has 63 stated. met with the Youth at YES Centre in parishes, 288 diocesan priests and 72 He also paid tribute to the three prel- Nsambya. He later paid a courtesy visit religious priests, 160 major seminari- ates that governed the Archdiocese of to H. E Emmanuel Cardinal Wamala ans, 285 non-religious priests and 666 Kampala, since its creation: Cardinals before proceeding to St. Mbaaga nuns. 4 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 DIOCESAN Thousands commemorate the beatification of Blessed Martyrs from Paimol By Johnisani Ocakacon and Fr. Samuel Mwaka

AGAGO—On October 20, 2017, thousands of pilgrims from across the world flocked at Wi Polo Paimol Mar- tyrs Shrine in Kalongo Sub County , Agago District, to commemorate the beatification of Blessed Martyrs Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa. The two Catechists, both of Acholi decent, were killed on October 18, 1918 for refusing to denounce their faith. Okello was only 17 years old while Irwa was the youngest (14 years) by the time they met their death. A section of the pilgrims and the choir at the celebration The duo preached equality against the practice of slavery, witchcraft and clan discriminations contrary to what many believed then. They were beatified by St. Pope John Paul II on October 20, 2002 and since then; the celebration has been gaining rapid momentum as far as the number and devotions of the pilgrims is concerned. Lefft: Bishop Franzelli recieves offertory from the faithful. Right: Traditional and This year’s celebration, which Liturgical dancers at the celebration. PHOTOS BY FR. SAMUEL MWAKA marked the 99th anniversary of the martyrdom, was animated by Christ “THE TWO MARTYRS by the host Deanery and Parish of the King Deanery Kitgum under the WERE CATECHISTS OF Kalongo where the Shrine is located. theme “Christ with us in Our Mission FAITH HENCE WE ARE to Paimol, Don’t Be afraid”. CELEBRATING THE FRUITS TESTIMONIES FROM PILGRIMS It kicked off with a procession of OF THEIR WORK TODAY. WE Denis Otim a youth from Gulu said Bishops and priests and later con- NEED TO EMULATE THEIR his legs have been swelling and cluded with a Holy Mass. The Mass SPIRIT OF PREACHING THE couldn’t get cured but when he per- was presided over by Rt. Rev Joseph GOOD NEWS WHEN WE sistently prayed to the two Martyrs he Franzelli, the Bishop of Lira Diocese COME HERE FOR PRAYERS,” got healed. Since then he has never and con-celebrated by other bish- missed going for pilgrimage at Pai- ops, several priests and the religious. the Uganda Episcopal Conference in mol, this year being his fourth time. In his homily, Bishop Franzelli urged his speech called on the pilgrims to Everlyn Lanyero, 36 years old from the pilgrims to live by example and dedicate their lives to the two Mar- Holy Rosary Parish said her faith emulate the lives of the two Blessed tyrs of Paimol through prayers and has increased as she walks on foot Martyrs as they (pilgrims) gather to devotion.” every year to Paimol. Besides, when- commemorate their beatification The Rector of Paimol Shrine, Rev. ever she faces problems in her daily “The two Martyrs were Catechists Fr. Joseph Okumu said that the place life, her prayers have always been of faith hence we are celebrating the Wi Polo is always remembered with answered. fruits of their work today. We need to the Lord’s prayers “Our Father” which The chairperson of Gulu District, emulate their spirit of preaching the was taught by the disciples. The Martin Ojara Mapenduzi said he has good news when we come here for priest added that the Archdiocese been attending this prayer yearly and prayers,” Bishop Franzelli said. is on the process of documenting it has molded him as a believer to be He called upon the pilgrims not to graces received by the pilgrims, so a God fearing person in his leader- be afraid of sacrificing their Christian as to help the Holy Father decide on ship in the Acholi sub region. lives for the sake of the gospel add- whether or not to canonize them as Hellen Angeyo, a 46 year-old pilgrim ing that it is because of faith that they Saints. from Gulu said that this year is her (the pilgrims) walked, travelled and Meanwhile, the 2018 celebrations third time to go to Paimol. She has gathered at Paimol. will mark the Centenary of the mar- always been praying for her drunkard Most Rev. John Baptist Odama, the tyrdom of the two Catechist Martyrs. husband during her pilgrimage and Archbishop of Gulu and Chairman of The celebrations will be animated currently he no longer takes alcohol. UEC NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 5 Catholic Bishops condemn the consecration of self-excommunicated priest as ‘bishop’ By Jacinta W. Odongo Let Kibuuka and his group stop mis- leading the innocent faithful with false The Catholic Bishops in Uganda have doctrine.” strongly condemned the consecration However, despite the Catholic Bish- of a self-excommunicated priest, Fr. ops’ statement Kibuuka’s ‘consecra- Jacinto Kibuuka as the first ‘bishop’ of tion’ was Roman Catholic in nature. the Central and Eastern Province of the The liturgical vestments that the priests Evangelical Orthodox Church (EOC) in Above: Fr Kibuuka after his consecration as and consecrators from his denomi- Uganda. bishop INTERNET PHOTOS nation wore to the style used to con- Fr. Kibuuka was consecrated as secrate him and the songs used by ‘bishop’ on Sunday November 12 “AS FAR AS THE VALIDITY AND AUTHENTICITY OF the choir were similar to the Catholic by another self-made ‘bishop’ of the Church. These raised many questions Evangelical Orthodox Church in-charge EPISCOPAL CONSECRATIONS IN THE ORTHODOX AND among the public including Catholic of Uganda and Nigeria, Tom Sibay- faithful. irwa Kiiza at Mamre Prayer Centre in CATHOLIC CHURCHES ARE CONCERNED, THE APOSTOLIC Kibuuka, a charismatic leader and Namugongo. former priest who was ordained into Prior to his consecration, the Cath- LINEAGE/SUCCESSION IS OF PARAMOUNT VALUE. THE priesthood in 2008 in the Archdiocese olic Bishops in Uganda issued a press of Kampala, was suspended on July statement on November 10 challeng- NOTION OF SUCCESSION/ LINEAGE IS NOT FOREIGN EVEN 12, 2016 from the Catholic Church by ing the authenticity and validity of his Most Rev. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, the consecration as seen from the point of TO MANY OF OUR CULTURES IN UGANDA.” Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese view of Antiochian Orthodox Church due to disobedience, including resist- and the 23 independent Churches Antiochian Orthodox Church. ing a transfer to Ggoli Parish, and oper- within the Catholic Church led by Pope “The Apostolic ‘succession’ refers to ating an unauthorized prayer, Mamre Francis. the lineage from the 12 Apostles to the Prayer Centre which is outside of his “Indeed this question should be current bishops in the Orthodox and jurisdiction. examined from the above two points Catholic Churches. This lineage is very Archbishop Lwanga also announced, of view since Kibuuka has at one time important in evaluating the validity of in a five-page statement that was issued claimed to be part of the Antiochian Episcopal Consecrations…..The UEC on the same date (July 12), the banning Eastern Catholic Church which is in would like to enlighten the public on the of activities at his Mamre Prayer Centre communion with Pope Francis. So far lack of apostolic succession in Evan- and instructed the clergy, religious, and it clear to us all that he does not belong gelical Orthodox Church and challenge laity that it was forbidden to participate to the Antiochian Eastern Catholic Kibuuka and his group to prove with in any event held there. His suspension Church (presided over by His Beatitude documentation from the Antiochian meant that all his priestly duties were Moran Mor Ignatius Joseph III Jonan) Orthodox Patriarch the claims that one withdrawn, including celebrating the since as stipulated in the 1983 Code of the EOC’s bishops was consecrated sacraments and Holy Mass, preaching of Canon Law, canon 112, a Roman in the Apostolic lineage within the the word of God as well as pastoral Catholic needs the permission of the Antiochian Orthodox Church,” reads care of the faithful. The suspension Pope to cross over to any Eastern part of the statement. prompted Kibuuka to immediately quit Catholic Church, which permission he Regarding Kibuuka’s claims that he the Catholic Church to join the Ortho- lacks.” reads a section of the state- has joined the Antiochian Rite and is dox Church where he vowed to con- ment that was signed by the Chairman thus in communion with the Pope, the tinue his priestly duties. of the Uganda Episcopal Conference bishops noted that no one can change Meanwhile, on October 29, 2016, (UEC), Most Rev. John Baptist Odama from one rite to the other by personal months after Kibuuka’s suspension, a also the Archbishop of Gulu. declaration unless granted permission group of rebel priests led by Kibuuka, The statement further says: “As far from the Holy See (Canon 112) through Fr. Deogratius Ssonko, Fr. Vincent as the validity and authenticity of Epis- the Apostolic Nunciature following prior Byansi and Fr. Bruno Muhindo joined copal Consecrations in the Orthodox consultations with the local bishops two-self made ‘bishops’ who include and Catholic Churches are concerned, concerned. Dr. Tom Sibayirwa Kiiza to ordain two the apostolic lineage/succession is of They also questioned the use of new priests. paramount value. The notion of suc- liturgical vestments by Kibuuka and The chief guest of the ‘consecration cession/lineage is not foreign even to his group that are similar to that of the ceremony’ was the Minister of Justice many of our cultures in Uganda.” Catholic Church. “Regarding Kibuuka’s and Constitutional affairs Gen. Kahinda The Catholic Bishops also challenged group, the similarity of its liturgy to the Otafiire who represented Presi- ‘Kibuuka and his group to prove with Roman rite is notable and wrong. No dent Yoweri Museveni. Other guests documentation from the Antiochian genuine Eastern Catholic Rite uses included Minister without Portfolio, the Orthodox Patriarch the claims that one vestments of the Catholic Roman Bishop of the Canada-based Evangel- of the EOC’s bishops was consecrated Rite. Furthermore, their way of dress ical Orthodox Church (EOC) among in the Apostolic lineage within the and liturgy is quite different from ours. other religious and political leaders. 6 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 Catholic women hold inaugural fundraising dinner for rural women

The Bishops cutting a cake to crown the fundraising dinner

Some of the Catholic women that graced the function

By Jacinta W. Odongo WOMEN ARE The Bishops deliver their apostolic blessing at the conclusion of the CENTRAL TO THE function On November 8, 2017, Catholic DEVELOPMENT OF women from across the country gathered at Hanlon Gardens in Nsambya RURAL AREAS for a fundraising dinner towards the AND TO NATIONAL economic empowerment of rural ECONOMIES, THUS women in Uganda. THEY DECIDED TO The dinner, which was the first of its kind, was organized by the Fam- ORGANIZE THE ily Desk under the Lay Apostolate FUNDRAISING DINNER Department of the Uganda Episcopal TO BOOST THEIR Conference (UEC). It attracted repre- Archbishop Odama joins Catholic sentatives from the four ecclesiastical PROJECTS. women for a dance provinces who include bishops, diocesan women leaders and corporate societies. So we realized as a Fam- ending violence against women; figures among others. ily Desk, we need to empower them enhancing women’s economic The National Coordinator of the (rural women) to improve their daily empowerment and increasing wom- UEC Family Desk, Mrs. Florence live hood,” she said. en’s leadership and participation; Kwesigabo said that women are cen- The fundraising dinner is one of the It is a successor programme of the tral to the development of rural areas strategies that have been introduced National Domestic Violence Preven- and to national economies, thus they by the Family Desk since the launch tion Campaign Programme (NDVPC) decided to organize the fundraising of the Women Empowerment and which ended in February 2017. dinner to boost their projects. Domestic Violence Prevention Cam- The new programme is running “Often, rural women are the care- paign (WE-DVPC) programme on in all the 19 Catholic Dioceses in givers who look after children, the March 1, 2017. WE-DVPC proposes Uganda through the national and elderly, and the whole household in an outcome in which women coun- diocesan structures of the Catho- general. Majority of these rural women trywide are free from violence and lic Church. WE-DVPC programme are small business entrepreneurs its associated risks. It stands behind commenced with the training of pro- who dedicate most of their earnings women’s equal participation in all gramme staff on programme and to the well-being of their families and aspects of life, focusing on areas: finance management.

We all have the duty to do good.—Pope Francis UEC NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 7 ers will also be joined by ex-officio National Catholic Council of Lay members of the UNCCLA Executive Committee who include the National Apostolate elects new leaders Executive Secretary of Lay Aposto- late, the National Youth Coordinator, the National Youth Chaplain and the National Women Apostolate Organiz- ing Secretary The main function of the Executive Committee is to initiate, propose, co-ordinate and fulfill the program of action as passed by the AGM for the next three years. The new Executive Committee resolved to improve the visibility and relevance of UNCCLA nationally and amongst Dioceses, strengthen and utilize the various Associations of pro- The Bishop chairman of the Lay Apostolate Commission, Rt Rev. Paul Ssemoger- fessionals and Lay Apostolate move- ere pose for a group photo with the new leaders ment in the work of evangelization, ensure effective ongoing catechesis By Jacinta W. Odongo Jinja Diocese. on the doctrine and teaching of The Council also elected Rose Nde- mother Church as well as strengthen The Uganda National Catholic Coun- kezi (from Tororo Archdiocese) as active participation of the lay faithful cil of Lay Apostolate (UNCCLA) has Woman Representative while Robert in all activities of the church both reli- elected its new leadership to serve for Nyango (Kiyinda-Mityana Diocese) gious and secular. a three-year term. was voted as Youth Representative. They also pledged to mobilize The Council elected its new leaders After the elections of the new Exec- the lay faithful for empowerment, to during their Annual convention from utive, the new president Mr. Ndyanabo increase the spirit of sacrifice such as October 25-27 at Pope Paul Memo- gave a word of thanks on behalf of his more donations to the activities of the rial Hotel in Kampala. Gervase Ndy- executive. He thanked the participants Church and the operations on UNC- anabo from Mbarara Archdiocese was for giving them the unique opportunity CLA as well as keenly follow politi- elected as president of the UNCCLA to serve the Church and he promised cal development in the country and while Anthony Matega from Kampala that they will do their best to imple- actively participate in all debates to Archdiocese as vice president. Help- ment the objectives of UNCCLA in influence policy and leadership for our ing Ndyanabo and Matega to lead the collaboration with all members, and heritage. UNCCLA board are: secretary Richard with the support of the hierarchy of the The 2017 AGM was organized by Akena (Arua Diocese); vice secretary Catholic Church in Uganda. the UNCCLA in collaboration with the Augustine Murugahara (Kasese Dio- In accordance with the UNCCLA Lay Apostolate Commission of the cese) and treasurer Paul Baliraine from Constitution, the new office bear- Uganda Episcopal Conference. WISE QUOTES FOR REFLECTION

“A smart man makes a mistake, learns from it, and your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, never makes that mistake again. But a wise man caution your elder brother, and hope your guardian finds a smart man and learns from him how to avoid genius” - Joseph Addison the mistake altogether” - Roy H. Williams “Sometimes you don’t realize your own strength until “Listening is such a simple act. It requires us to be you come face to face with your greatest weakness” present, and that takes practice, but we don’t have - Susan Gale to do anything else. We don’t have to advise, or coach, or sound wise. We just have to be willing to “Never give in.. never, never, never, never, in nothing sit there and listen” – Margaret J. Wheatley great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having to force, never yield to the apparently overwhelming more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, might of the enemy” - Winston Churchill you will never, ever have enough” – Oprah Winfrey “Strength does not come from winning. Your “No one who achieves success does so without struggles develop your strengths. When you go acknowledging the help of others. The wise and through hardships and decide not to surrender, that confident acknowledge this help with gratitude” - is strength” - Unknown Author Alfred North Whitehead “Sometimes, being strong is to forgive in the name “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, of love, to make someone smile when our own heart that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his is broken, to comfort a friend when we ourselves language that goes to his heart” - Nelson Mandela needed help and to keep faith when we have lost hope” - Brigitte Nicole “If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance 8 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 AMECEA government officials and other Kenyan Bishop passes on, religious leaders paid their last respects. Kenyan elect-President His laid to rest in a state funeral Excellency Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto among other dignitaries were in attendance at the state burial. In an interview with Waumini Online News the Vice Chairman of KCCB – Catholic and Justice Com- mission (CJPC) and the Archbishop of Mombasa Most Rev. Martin Kivuva said Bishop Korir’s work has been recognized by the county of Eldoret, hence the county was going to accord him a state burial. Bishop Korir was buried in a tomb which is 2.9 meters long and 1.225 meters high located at the Grotto of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a small room behind the altar. The tomb is similar to a cabin with two opening doors. His body was clothed in the vestments he loved most. At the same time, inscriptions of his personal details, including his date of ordination and the date of his death, have been written on an adjacent slab. “Mkitendee kazi chakula kidumucho” (Work for food that endures) reads the inscription on the slab. Till his death, Bishop Korir was the Chairman for KCCB- Catholic and Justice Commission and the The Late Rt Rev Cornelius Arap Korir Bishop of Eldoret. He was among Church leaders in North Rift region By Rose Achiego, Waumini Communica- who have been warning political tions KCCB leaders against utterances that might divide Kenyans along tribal On October 29, 2017 the Catholic lines. Church in Kenya woke to the dev- The bishop was famously known astating news of the death of the and respected for his role in Bishop of Diocese of Eldoret, Rt. peace-making and condemning Rev. Cornelius Arap Korir. Bishop social injustices and due to this the Korir died in his house at the age religious leaders from the interfaith of 67. communities under the umbrella Confirming his sudden death in of the Dialogue Reference Group Eldoret Diocese, The Kenya Con- (DRG) elected him to be the Chair- ference of Catholic Bishop (KCCB) man. The group comprises of top Chairman and the Bishop of Hom- leadership from Kenya Confer- abay Rt. Rev. Philip Anyolo said ence of Catholic Bishops-KCCB, Bishop Korir was to be taken to National Council of Churches in Nairobi for further treatment on the Kenyan President-elect Uhuru Kenyatta Kenya-NCCK, Supreme Council 30th, October, 2017. of Kenya Muslim (SUPKEM) and “He was to fly to Nairobi later in Rev. Cornelius Korir was laid to rest National Muslim Leaders Forum the day but when a priest went to on November 11, 2017, inside the (NAMLEF), Hindu Council of Ken- check on him he was not awake. Sacred Heart Cathedral, in accor- ya-HCK, Evangelical Alliance of A doctor was called who confirmed dance with Catholic traditions. Kenya-EAK, Organization African that the bishop was no more. We A state funeral was conducted at Instituted Churches-OAIC, Sev- are very saddened as a church,” the Eldoret Sports Club where all enth Day Adventist-SDA and Shia said Bishop Anyolo. the Bishops, the clergy, religious Ithna-Asheri. The Late Bishop of Eldoret Rt. brothers and sisters, the faithful, May he Rest in Peace, Amen. AMECEA NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 9 Kenya’s Election Marred by Low Turnout and Violence, Proper Strategy to Unify the Country is needed that is my intention,” Mr Kenyatta said of the initiative, which he said would take place after the election. Recently, the Holy Father Pope Fran- cis during the Angelus at St. Peter’s Square on 22nd, October, 2017 asked all the faithful to join him in prayer for peace in the world with special attention to the situation in Kenya, a country he visited in 2015. “I am praying that the entire Country may know how violence in Kenya after the repeat elections to face the current difficulties, in an atmosphere of constructive dialogue, By Amecea Online News Reporter necessary changes to ensure a free, keeping deep in their hearts the need fair and credible elections. Despite to find and sustain the common good Kenyan repeat of Presidential elec- of his call to his supporters to stay for all,” Pope Francis said. tion on Thursday, 26, October, 2017 peacefully at home during the Elec- The message of the Holy Father was marred by low voter turnout, boy- tion Day, still they attempted to block was reverberated by the Catholic cott and violent protest that left some voting in some areas, a situation that Bishops in Kenya on 25 October (a people dead and scores wounded. created mayhem especially on oppo- day before the election) in their press According to the Election Commis- sition strong holds, prompting police statement titled ‘State of the Nation sion, about 6.5 million voters (out of to fire tear gas, water cannon and live and the Fresh Presidential Elections’ 19 Million registered Voters), that is bullets. in which they appealed to President less than 35 percent, went to the polls The vote came after a two-month Uhuru Kenyata and Honourable Raila on Thursday. The turn-out was much political drama that began when the Odinga to bring down the tension in lower than the nearly 80% of regis- Supreme Court overturned the vic- the Country so as to avert the worst tered voters who participated in the tory of President Uhuru Kenyatta in political and security scenarios pre- August election that later was nullified August 8 elections due to illegalities vailing at the moment. “It is important by the Supreme Court. and irregularities. that they lead the Country to come to The low turn-out was mainly caused President Uhuru Kenyatta who a closure of election period through by the National Super Alliance (NASA) spoke to journalists after casting his a free, fair and credible election. We party Honorable Raila Odinga’s (The vote in Gatundu South, said he intends have also drawn their attention to main opposition party presidential to reach out to the opposition leader, look beyond post-election challenges candidate) refusal to take part in the who boycotted the repeat presidential which need their attention before re-run, on grounds that the Indepen- election, in a bid to heal the nation and after the October 26 Presidential dent Electoral and Boundaries com- and bring it together. “As a responsi- election,” read the statement of the mission (IEBC) had failed to make the ble leader, you must reach out, and Bishops. Tanzania Episcopal Conference mourns the death of Bishop

By Bernard James, treatments in various hospitals. Tanzania Episcopal Conference “He left the country on Wednes- day )ctober 18, this week to India The Catholic Church of Tanzania is for medical treatment before death in grief following the death of Rt. Rev. struck him while being on transit,” he Castory Msemwa of Tunduru Masasi said. Diocese. Archbishop Castory Paul Msemwa Bishop Msemwa died on Thurs- was born in 1955 in the village of day, October 19th, 2017 in Mus- Kitulira, the Matola Parish of the cat (Oman) where he was on tran- Catholic Diocese of Njombe. He sit to India to seek further medical was ordained a priest on 7th, June, treatment. 1987 and a bishop on 30th, Janu- According to the Vicar General of ary, 2005. On 25th, August, 2005, Tunduru Masasi diocese, Rev. Fr. Jor- Bishop Msemwa was appointed to dan Liviga, Bishop Msemwa has had lead the Catholic Diocese of Tunduru some health problems for a period of Masasi. two years, and has been receiving May he Rest in Peace, Amen. 10 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 TRAVEL

PHOTOS BY JACINTA W. ODONGO W. PHOTOS BY JACINTA Vaduz Castle, the residence of the head of state of Liechtenstein My one day trip to Liechtenstein;

World’sBy Jacinta W. Odongo third richest country tenstein is mainly mountainous, making and everyone knows what everyone it a winter sport destination. else is doing. During my stay in Switzerland in Sep- This small German-speaking coun- Having never been to such a micro- tember, I had an awesome opportunity try is a principality governed under a state destination I was very excited to to visit Liechtenstein. A Liechtensteiner constitutional hereditary monarchy. see what it has to offer. Thus I set out frieind of mine and his wife had invited It has a form of mixed constitution in on a road trip from the eastern Swiss me for a short stay, so I grabbed the which political power is shared by the town of Flums in Sargan (the border opportunity with both hands. monarch and a democratically elected entry point from Switzerland) to Vaduz Liechtenstein is a small indepen- parliament. The head of state is Prince City in Liechtenstein dent country with a ‘small-town feel’. Hans-Adam II von Liechtenstein and The ride from Flums to Vaduz took It is located in Central Europe on the has ruled since 1989. me about 30 minutes. Actually I didn’t banks of River Rhine, between Switzer- At 62 square miles, Liechtenstein is even know that I had crossed over to land and Austria. Both of these coun- the world’s sixth-smallest independent Liechtenstein because there is no offi- tries that border Liechtenstein, Austria country by total land area. This state cial border control point or a sight of to the north and east and Switzerland is so small that a city within another immigration officers to announce that to the south and west are landlocked, nation is a giant compared to it. In fact, you have switched countries. Reason meaning it is double-landlocked. Liech- here almost everyone knows everyone being, Switzerland and Liechtenstein TRAVEL NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 11

Postalmusuem in Liechenstein. Inside Vaduz Cathedral

The Government House The Kunstmuseum and the Cathedral (far right)

have been in a customs union before living quarters were added in After visiting the castle I went to the since 1923, and also share the same 1287. It came into the ownership of the Postal Museum. This Museum belongs currency. Princely Family in 1712 and the west to the Principality of Liechtenstein since Once you are in Vaduz, the whole wing served as the family’s official res- 1930. It was founded with the intention city takes about 30 minutes to stroll idence until 1732. However, the build- of creating a special collection which from end to end. One day is more ing became increasingly dilapidated would comprise stamp issues from than enough to explore the entire city and fell into disrepair before being 1912 and with their original designs, so you wouldn’t need to include any rebuilt and renovated between 1905 engraving plates and print proofs, major sight-seeing activities on your and 1912. exchange stamps of Universal Postal to-do-list. Vaduz is the capital of Liech- Under Prince Franz Josef II the cas- Union countries as well as numerous tenstein but not its largest city: Schaan tle was extended and once again documents and historical postal equip- is slightly larger. However, this capital made fit for living. In 1939 the Prince ment. The Postal Museum collects city is worth visiting because everything moved in with his family and adopted and preserves important documents here is just perfect and classy from Vaduz Castle as his official residence. regarding Liechtenstein’s philately and cars, roads to residential buildings. It Prince Hans-Adam II (current head of the history of its postal services, and is mostly a residential town, but the state) resides here together with his makes them accessible to a wider main and probably only tourist-friendly family. Although closed off to tourists audience in the exhibition. part of Vaduz is its walking arcade lined as a private residence, it offers great The Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein is with restaurants, hotels, and modern views of the whole of Vaduz and if not, also another place worth visiting. It is a museums. Liechtenstein. state museum of modern and contem- This city is also home to the Prince of As of January 1, 2016, the popula- porary art in Vaduz. The building, which Liechtenstein castle and his museums, tion of Liechtenstein was estimated to was completed in November 2000, thus this was my main point of inter- be 37,622 people with Vaduz having is clearly structured with maximum est as a tourist. Vaduz Castle lies on a only 5,425. Because of this small pop- space devoted to art. This museum hillside 120 metres above Vaduz City. ulation, on the country’s national holi- also belongs to the Principality of It is the symbol of the capital and can day, Prince Hans-Adam II, and his son, Liechtenstein. be seen from far away. It is a must visit His Serene Highness Hereditary Prince Beyond the area of museums and place in this country because it’s hab- Alois, invite the residents of their tiny shops at the end of the main street itable unlike many castles which were principality to have beer in the garden you will find two other important attrac- build in the medieval period. The castle of Vaduz Castle, the princely ancestral tions: The Government House and was constructed in the 12th Century residence. the Vaduz Cathedral built around 12 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 TRAVEL

Statute of Prince Franz Josef of Liechenstein An aerial view of Vaduz, and his wife outside behind are the alps with snow covered on the mountain. the Vaduz Cathedral PHOTOS BY JACINTA W. ODONGO W. PHOTOS BY JACINTA est external debt and has one of the lowest corporate tax rates in the world at 12.5 percent, which is why people here are super rich. During my one day trip here, I literally saw more than 10 people driving Porsches cars. In fact, it is very normal to drive such kind of cars here something that left me speechless. An aerial view of Liechenstein on the banks of River Rhine. According to the Constitution of Liechtenstein, the Roman Catholic Church is the official state religion of Liechtenstein hence the Church enjoys the full protection of the State. Vaduz Cathedral or Cathedral of St. Florin was built in 1874. Prince Franz Joseph II of Liechtenstein and his wife were both buried in the cathedral in 1989. Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries in the world but it offers much Clean roads in Vaduz The writer at the Alps more than many big countries. For me that is a reason enough to go back to the 18th Century with a neogothic the Prince. Liechtenstein. Actually, I walked away style. The government of the Principal- Liechtenstein is formed of eleven thinking Liechtenstein is a privileged ity of Liechtenstein has five ministers, municipalities. Each municipality has its place for a privileged few. each of whom is responsible for one own administration and is headed by or more governmental departments. a mayor and a number of members of The five-person government forms the regional council. Citizens also have the state’s administrative organ and the right of initiative and right of referen- Did You is appointed by the Prince following a dum at municipal level. proposal made by the government. This country also has no army since An interesting fact to note is that, 1868 and has never been involved Know? Liechtenstein’s parliament comprises in any conflict. It has only 40 police Liechtenstein has, of 25 members and, together with the officers. Prince, they form the state’s legislative As a tourist, it is also important to • No airport branch. The 25 members of parliament note that being a doubly landlocked are elected for a period of four years country Liechtenstein has no airport. • No military via proportional representation. All To get here you must either go through • One train station laws passed by the parliament must be Switzerland or Austria. Regardless • One hospital approved by the Prince, countersigned Liechtenstein is among the top five by the Prime Minister and published in richest countries in the world. It has • One TV channel the Liechtenstein Legal Gazette. Laws the world’s third highest per capita • One radio station not approved by the Prince within six income behind Qatar and Luxembourg • Two newspapers months do not come into force and are and has the lowest unemployment rate considered as having been rejected by (1.5%). Besides, it has the world’s low- FEATURE NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 13 were so immersed in their pastoral What is Pastoral Zeal? care that they cared little for their health and personal well-being. Pas- description of a dedicated worker in toral zeal gave them enormous cour- the vineyard of the Lord. These are age and strength to carry on the task human qualities coated with religious they assumed on themselves. They motivations. understood clearly that it is what the Pastoral zeal is the fruit of one’s Lord wanted them to do. inner happiness and contentment Pastoral zeal gives meaning to in vocation. Vocation is a task, religious vows. It is a concrete way assumed responsibility and a way of of practicing the evangelical coun- life someone has chosen for oneself. sels. Poverty through its counsel of Something becomes vocation only detachment from earthly things helps Fr. Lazar Arasu SDB when it is assumed with joy after a the religious to concentrate on pas- well thought out discernment. When toral responsibilities. Chastity helps “The harvest is plentiful, but the it is a fruit of discernment it will create to renounce exclusive human affec- labourers are few” (Mt. 9:37). “Let us a passion in the individual to assume tions to love the flock entrusted to go on to the next towns, which I may the responsibility with joy. Then it the pastoral agent with single mind- preach there…” (Mk 1:38). “I have becomes bliss for oneself and oth- edness. Vow of obedience helps come to set the earth on fire, and ers who are the beneficiaries of the them to be available for the flock how I wish it were already blazing!” pastoral activities. For Jesus said, “I away from their own attachment to (Lk 12:49). “For zeal for your house know my sheep and they know me. place and earthly desires. has consumed me” (Jn.2:17). And I am willing to die for them.” Pastoral zeal makes pastoral Gospels are full of statements that (John 10:14). It is a blessing to the agents to be effective in their minis- highlight Jesus’ pastoral zeal—to pastoral agent and in turn he are she try and helps them to achieve more reach Father’s love for humanity. becomes a blessing for others. for the Lord. It is reaching out to Jesus was filled with pastoral zeal Pastoral zeal also improves the the flock more frequently and more from the moment he realized his relationship of the pastoral agent meaningfully. It makes the priests in vocation, even as a little child in Naz- with the flock he or she serves. The parishes make “safari” to meet the areth. Indeed it was his childhood zeal that generates love for the flock flocks oftener and administer sacra- desire to do his Father’s desire. At brings the shepherd close to the ments frequently not expecting mon- the temple in Jerusalem he said to sheep. Pope Francis who has been etary benefits. It makes a religious his parents, “Don’t you know that a pastor of a large urban flock in health worker to dedicate more time I have to be busy with my Father’s Argentina would say, “The pastors and be more patient. It makes the business.” Pastoral zeal is the real- should know the smell of the flock religious in schools to reach-out to ization and fruitful living of one’s and the sheep should know the the poor more and find more oppor- vocation. It is the best way of fur- smell of their shepherd.” We can- tunities for catechesis and evange- thering the Kingdom of God. And it not serve and love the flock that we lization within school context. Pas- is a hallmark of religious life. do not know. St. John Bosco who toral zeal makes the consecrated Religious life and Pastoral minis- worked for the young would tell his persons involved in secular activities try grows and finds deeper meaning spiritual sons, “It is not enough you of the world to go out to teach cate- in and with pastoral zeal. It defines love them; but young people should chism, offer sacramental assistance, the life and mission of church lead- know that you love them.” make pastoral visits to Christian ers—ordained ministers, vowed reli- Throughout her history Church homes, and be close to the poor. gious of both sexes, and other pas- has seen numerous dedicated pas- Pastoral zeal makes us better reli- toral agents such as catechists. The tors. Their words and actions remain gious. It makes us to serve without vows of poverty, chastity and obe- perennial source of inspiration for counting the cost; only the Lord and dience are geared to strengthening us to follow. On his commitment his flock that counts. the pastoral zeal. The religious are to evangelization of Africa St. Dan- Pastoral zeal challenges the con- expected to strengthen their con- iel Comboni would say, “Africa or secrated to give witness in personal secrated life through their pastoral death.” When St. John Bosco came and community living. It makes incul- zeal. The vowed life would become forward to work for abandoned turation process easier and enjoy- shaky without or diminished pastoral young people he said, “For you I able. It helps the pastoral agent to zeal. study, for you work, for you I live, love the people to whom he or she What is Pastoral Zeal? It is pastur- for you I am ready to give my life.” is sent. It brings the shepherds close ing the flock with whole hearted love The patron of priests, St. John Mary to the people and people close to and commitment. It is commitment Vianney would pray, “Lord grant me the shepherd by sharing life together. that makes a difference in our life. the conversion of my parish; I am It is indeed a sure way to find holi- Synonyms of the word ‘Zeal’ explains willing to suffer whatever you wish, ness and makes religious life a joyful it all. Zeal is enthusiasm, passion, for my entire life.” Their commitment enterprising for the Lord. Pastoral fervour, keenness, eagerness, devo- is in line with the words of St. Paul, zeal is a practical way of extending tion, wholeheartedness, vehemence “Woe to me if I do not preach the the Kingdom of God and being the and the like. These synonyms are gospel.” leaven in the world. virtues, characteristics, quality and Often times these saintly pastors www.arasulazar.org 14 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 FEATURE Walking With God in Your Marriage the rock. Everyone who hears these ularly those who are needy or alone. words of Mine and does not act on In every community of any size there them, will be like a foolish man who are agencies that need volunteers to built his house on the sand. The rain feed the hungry and help the poor. fell, and the floods came, and the Seek one out. winds blew and slammed against Witness, Jesus entrusted to His that house; and it fell—and great was followers the task of reconciling the its fall. (Matthew 7:24–27) lost to God. That involves all aspects Jesus was talking about the need of the process, from cultivating to build your spiritual house on solid friendships with neighbors and oth- stuff and the way to support your life ers who are not believers, to planting through increasing obedience to God seeds by sharing testimony and the and His Word. When you build your Word, to actually reaping the harvest By Barbara Nabukenya house on that Rock, you can with- by asking those made ready by the stand the cultural storms and the Holy Spirit to receive Christ. Do you For several hundred years, the “currents” of your selfishness and work with someone who needs you two trees had grown individually; shortcomings. to live out the gospel by showing 15m apart, but as they got larger, How do we help each other set genuine love? their trunks grew closer and closer Jesus Christ apart as Lord and Mas- together. Sometime later on, the ter in command of our lives? Growing together in Christ trunks literally touched, and they These seven spiritual disciplines These disciplines are as important began fusing together as one tree. will help us build our marriage on the to develop as a couple as they are as There they stood throughout the cen- rock-solid foundation of Jesus Christ: individuals. As you seek God together turies the Faithful Couple; and literary Prayer, Every good relationship as a couple, you will also draw closer or miraculously as we grow up, from survives or dies on its communica- to each other as you develop a deep, different back grounds, environment, tion. Prayer is the way we communi- close spiritual, emotional and physi- we fuse as a symbol of love and cate with God. You need to pray as cal andintimacy. commitment. individuals and as a couple. Perhaps The problem is that most Chris- I thought to myself, what a per- the two of you can pray briefly before tian couples wish they spent time fect symbol of a Godly marriage you go to sleep at night. together praying and encouraging that knows oneness in Christ and Bible study, In the Word we learn each other from the Bible, but they spiritual vitality! As two people sink everything we need to know about just don’t do it. They let other prior- their roots deep by following Christ, God, His promises, and what He ities crowd out what should be the studying Scripture, and responding wants from us—and we see Jesus— most important aspect of their mar- to the leading of the Holy Spirit, they our Leader—in action and can learn riage relationship. also grow together as one, a faithful better how to follow Him. Couples who have used these couple. Worship, We are commanded to devotionals have reported that this Marriage first and foremost is a spir- worship God, individually and collec- daily time together has taken their itual relationship. It works best when tively. If we are not worshiping God, relationship to a new level of oneness two people are connected individu- we probably are worshiping some- and intimacy. ally to God, walking with Him, obey- thing else. Find a vibrant, Christ-wor- Many couples never stop to con- ing Him in the Scripture, and praying shiping, Bible-believing church. sider that floods, wind, and the like as individuals and as a couple. If you Giving, We are stewards of will assault their marriage. They push the spiritual dimension to the resources on loan to us from God. aren’t prepared spiritually, so these side, you are ignoring the very God We need to be diligent in sharing with elements overtake them. Mathew 7 who created marriage and the One others so their needs are met and Spending time in prayer and in the who can help you make it work. they in turn give thanks and glory to Word as a couple helps you antici- God. Regular tithing (giving 10 per- pate what will come in your next Founded on the Rock cent of your income) to your local seasons of life. It helps you make Jesus spoke about two different church and giving to other Christian prayerful, thoughtful application of foundations for a life. His statements causes is a great way to share God’s Scripture—for example, to prepare are equally applicable to a couple goodness to you. for a child, or for a child leaving the building a home together: Fellowship, The body of Christ is home. It helps you work on your val- Therefore everyone who hears our family; we need others and they ues as a couple and what you want these words of Mine and acts on need us to accomplish the work of to build into children, and it helps you them, may be compared to a wise the kingdom as a loving team. How determine your priorities in the final man who built his house on the rock. about joining or offering to lead a years of life. And the rain fell, and the floods came, small-group Bible study at your Spiritual intimacy will draw you and the winds blew and slammed church? closer as a couple … and it will help against that house; and yet it did Service, It is a privilege to serve you stand strong in every season that not fall, for it had been founded on others in the name of Christ, partic- comes. VATICAN NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 15 LITURGICAL READINGS FOR DECEMBER Pope Francis bans the sale of cigarettes inside the Vatican Vatican Radio

Pope Francis is putting a stop to the sale of cigarettes and December 3- First Sunday of Advent tobacco inside Vati- Lectionary: 2 can City State. Reading 1IS 63:16B-17, 19B; 64:2-7 A statement Responsorial Psalm PS 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19 released on Thursday RAeading 21 COR 1:3-9 November 9, by Greg Gospel MK 13:33-37 Burke, Director of the December 8 - Solemnity of the Holy See Press Office, Immaculate Conception of the Blessed explained that the Virgin Mary Holy See “cannot be Lectionary: 689 cooperating with a practice that is said “no profit can be legitimate if it Reading 1GN 3:9-15, 20 clearly harming the health of people.” is costing people their lives.” Responsorial Psalm PS 98:1, 2-3AB, 3CD-4 Citing the World World Health “Although the cigarettes sold to Reading 2EPH 1:3-6, 11-12 Organization statistics that smok- employees and pensioners in the Gospel LK 1:26-38 ing causes more than seven million Vatican at a reduced price are a December 10 - Second Sunday of Advent deaths worldwide every year, he said source of revenue for the Holy See, Lectionary: 5 cigarettes will not be sold at the Vat- no profit can be legitimate if it puts Reading 1IS 40:1-5, 9-11 ican as from the beginning of next lives at risk” the statement said. Responsorial Psalm PS 85:9-10-11-12, year. He added that the sale of large 13-14 Burke acknowledged that the sale cigars would continue for the time Reading 22 PT 3:8-14 of cigarettes has been a source of being because the smoke is not Gospel MK 1:1-8 revenue for the Holy See, but he inhaled. December 13 - Memorial of Saint Lucy, Virgin and Martyr Lectionary: 183 Pope Francis’ This month’s intention is for Evan- Reading 1IS 40:25-31 gelization: To witness to the Gospel Responsorial Psalm PS 103:1-2, 3-4, 8 prayer intention in Asia. That Christians in Asia, bear- AND 10 ing witness to the Gospel in word and Gospel MT 11:28-30 for November: To deed, may promote dialogue, peace, December 17 - Third Sunday of Advent and mutual understanding, especially Lectionary: 8 witness the Gospel with those of other religions Reading 1IS 61:1-2A, 10-11 The text of the video message Responsorial Psalm LK 1:46-48, in Asia reads: 49-50, 53-54 Vatican Radio The most striking feature of Asia Reading 21 THES 5:16-24 is the variety of its peoples who ar Gospel JN 1:6-8, 19-28 On November 3, Pope Francis heirs of ancient cultures, religions and released a video message accompa- traditions. December 24 - Fourth Sunday of Advent Lectionary: 11 nying his monthly prayer intention for On this continent where the Church Reading 12 SM 7:1-5, 8B-12, 14A, 16 November 2017. is a minority, the challenges are Responsorial Psalm PS 89:2-3, 4-5, 27, 29 intense. We must promote Reading 2 ROM 16:25-27 dialogue among religions and Gospel LK 1:26-38 cultures. Let us pray that Christians December 26 - Feast of Saint Stephen, first in Asia may promote dialogue, martyr that peace and mutual under- Lectionary: 696 standing, especially with those Reading 1ACTS 6:8-10; 7:54-59 of other religions. Responsorial Psalm PS 31:3CD-4, 6 AND 8AB, 16BC AND 17 The Pope’s Worldwide Gospel MT 10:17-22 Prayer Network of the Apos- tleship of Prayer developed the December 28 - Feast of the Holy “Pope Video” initiative to assist Innocents, martyrs in the worldwide dissemination Lectionary: 698 of monthly intentions of the Reading 11 JN 1:5—2:2 Holy Father in relation to the Responsorial Psalm PS 124:2-3, 4-5, 7CD-8 An Asian woman praying challenges facing humanity. Gospel MT 2:13-18 16 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 VATICAN Indian court sentences Bangladeshi Vatican Radio An Indian court on November 8 man to life in jail for raping nun sentenced a Bangladeshi man to life in prison for raping an elderly Cath- olic nun in eastern India’s West Ben- gal state over 2 years ago. The 71-year-old Indian Religious of Jesus and Mary (RJM) needed sur- gery after the attack on 14 March, 2015 when a gang of robbers broke into the order’s Convent of Jesus and Mary school in Ranaghat, some 80 kms north of the state capital Kol- kata, where she lived in the residential block. It was one of the several cases that fueled anger at high levels of sexual violence in the nation. ‎”What happened to the elderly nun is a blot on West Bengal’s leg- acy where Mother Teresa worked for the poor,” additional judge Kumkum Singha told a packed court in Kolk- Indian nuns demonstrate ata, where Church officials and some nuns from the school were present. On Tuesday the court found Naz- rul Islam, alias Noju, guilty of rape and attempted murder, among other TMT TECHNOLOGIES (U) LTD offences. Five others arrested, found guilty of charges unrelated to the sexual assault, were sentenced on Wednesday to 10 years in prison. Our Partners: The nun, who cannot be named for legal reasons, moved out of West Bengal after the assault. She later travelled to Ranaghat and identified the accused from a police lineup, chief public prosecutor Tamal Muker- jee told AFP. The prosecution had charged all the six with gangrape, robbery and criminal conspiracy among others. The judge noted the charge of gangrape was established only in Services Offered the case of Nazrul Islam. The only • Suppliers of Photocopiers, Riso Indian, Gopal Sarkar, was found machines, Riso ink and Riso masters to schools guilty of harbouring the five criminals • Importers and distributors of a wide at his residence. range of quality products from Europe which include: Archbishop Thomas D’Souza of - Office equipment (Photocopiers, Kolkata, told AFP, “The incident Printers, scanners, fax etc.) - Photocopier Toner, Ink cartridges and shook the conscience of people. after sales service - CCTV Surveillance Cameras It took the Church a long time to - Assorted Office Stationery recover from the ghastly incident.” - Supply, Service, Repair & Maintenance of Office Equipment (Photocopiers, Government data for 2015 shows printers etc.) 34,651 rapes in India were recorded, - Leasing of Office Equipment, - Supply & Maintenance of air but campaigners say the true figure conditioning systems - Networking , ICT Equipment &I.T is likely to be much higher given the Consultancy social stigma that still surrounds such cases. P.O. Box 30439, Kampala-Uganda, Soliz Courts Plot 30, Lumumba Avenue, Nakasero. Plot 71 SAL Complex, Nkrumah Tel: 0414599917 Fax: 0414285082 Mob: 0704807111 / 077239097 4. Email [email protected] VATICAN NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 17 Pope approves the heroic virtues of Pope John Paul I olic Church and he chose his name John Paul I, wishing to serve the Church as his predecessors did. During his first Sunday Angelus he humbly acknowledged that he chose that name knowing that he neither had the wisdom of the heart of Pope John nor the preparation and cul- ture of Pope Paul. With this name he became the first Pope to take up a dual name in papal history. Luciani vowed to serve as a teacher and a servant and had taken up Humilitas (Humility) as his episcopal motto which was evident even after he was appointed a pope. He wished to do away with Papal Coronation mass and chose to have just papal inauguration. He also preferred not to use the ‘sedia gestatoria’ or the ceremonial throne like an armchair on which the Pope travels from St Peter’s Square. Luciani a warm, gentle and kind Pope John Paul I man with a friendly disposition was loved by the people who were in awe Vatican Radio Church teachings. Love of God of his persona. He had impressed and love of neighbor was his special people with his excellent oratory Pope John Paul I has moved a hallmark. skills. His ideologies reflected the step closer to sainthood with the rec- Born on 17th Oct 1912 at “Forno di spirit of humanity and showcased the ognition of his heroic virtues. Pope Canale (Belluno, Italy), Albino Luciani immense love and warmth that he Francis on Wednesday November 9 was son of Giovanni Luciani and Bor- had for God and his people. authorized the Congregation for the tola Tancon. He was baptized the His swift six point plan defined Causes of Saints to promulgate the same day at home, by the midwife, what the journey of his pontificate decree approving his predecessor’s as he was in danger of death but for- would be. He planned to renew the heroic virtues which confers on him malized two days later in the Church Church through the policies imple- the title ‘Venerable’. by the curate. On 2nd Feb 1935 he mented by Vatican II, to revise canon Pope Francis also authorized 7 was ordained deacon and on 7th July law, to remind the Church of its duty other decrees along with that of John 1935 Ordained to the priesthood at to preach the Gospel, to promote Paul I – two of them on martyrdom St. Peter’s Church of Belluno diocese Church unity without watering down and 5 on heroic virtues. of Belluno e Feltre. doctrine, to promote dialogue and to Venerable Servant of God Pope In February 1947 he graduated encourage world peace and social John Paul I from the Gregorian University in justice. Pope John Paul I whose heroic vir- Rome with a doctorate in Sacred His successors looked upon him as tues Pope Francis has approved and Theology, his thesis being, “The origin a gentle soul with a heart filled with declared him ‘Venerable Servant of of the human soul according to Anto- love. If his immediate successor Car- God’ had a brief papacy of just 33 nio Rosmini”. 27th December 1958 dinal Karol Wojtyła spoke of his val- days, yet has left an indelible mark on he was Consecrated Bishop by John ues of faith, hope and love, Benedict the Catholic Church. XXIII at St. Peter’s Basilica together XVI commented that it was due to his A ‘Smiling Pope’ as he is called in with the newly consecrated bishops, virtues that despite holding papacy that short duration of his pontificate Gioacchino Muccin and Girolamo for just 33 days, he was able to win gave nine speeches, three messages, Bortignon. the people’s hearts. For Pope Fran- wrote three Apostolic letters and four In 1977 he participated in the IV cis, John Paul I was an icon of mercy other official letters, gave two hom- Ordinary General Assembly in Rome and humility and he has quoted him ilies and had five Sunday ‘Angelus’ of the Synod of Bishops regarding in his homilies and in an interview. His prayers and four Wednesday general “Catechetics in Our Time”. August 10 qualities of heart and mind made him audiences. This short encounter if the following year brought him again affable. not his vast experience as a priest, to the Vatican after the death of Pope Already two miracles are attributed bishop, Patriarch of Venice and then Paul the VI. to his intercession and are under the Cardinal has proved him to be On August 26, during the second examination. If any of them is rec- a person of faith, humble and meek day of the conclave, he was elected ognized, he would be cleared for person yet tough when it comes to Supreme Pontiff of the Roman Cath- Beatification. 18 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5 WORLD ago, was no challenge to his Robert Mugabe stuns Zimbabwe authority. • The army stepped in to block by failing to quit – as it happened Grace Mugabe’s tilt at power. By The guardian news • Speaking slowly and occasion- ally stumbling as he read from President Robert Mugabe of Zim- pages, Mugabe talked of the babwe on Sunday evening, Novem- need for solidarity to resolve ber 19, 2017 addressed the nation national problems. after ruling party Zanu-PF gave him a • He ended his speech by saying deadline of noon on Monday, Novem- he will preside over an upcom- ber 20 to resign or face impeachment. ing conference of the ruling It has been another extraordinary Zanu-PF party. day in the history of Zimbabwe - here Robert Mugabe (right) meets generals at • His defiance comes despite his is a summary of the latest events... State House in Harare on Sunday sacking by Zanu-PF and in the Photo by AP • Mugabe remains head of state face of huge public opposition. against all the odds after refus- following a rambling speech • The news means widespread ing to resign as president. which left the nation stunned disappointment for those who • He was expected to stand and baffled. thought they were witnessing down in a historic address live • In a statement delivered in the end of the Mugabe era and on television after conceding to Harare he claimed military inter- celebrated in euphoric scenes military takeover. vention, which saw him placed in the streets of Zimbabwe • But instead he clings to power under house arrest four days yesterday. • His refusal to go plunges the country into deep uncertainty. • The leader of Zimbabwe’s influ- ential war veterans said plans for impeachment would go ahead as scheduled. The generals involved in the military takeover will issue a statement on Monday. Army seize control in Zimbabwe By Vatican Radio

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December 1- World AIDS Day decorations in the weeks leading to Christmas Day. Some World AIDS Day takes place on the December 1 each workplaces hold Christmas parties prior to December 25. year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the Festive activities include exchanging presents, singing fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, Christmas songs, going to parties. It’s a special time when and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS- children get presents from family, friends and “Santa related illness. Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the Claus”, or Father Christmas. Christmas cards are also given first ever global health day. or sent out prior to Christmas Day. For some, Christmas December 8- Solemnity of the Immaculate is an exclusive family affair, while others invite friends to a Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Christmas buffet. Churches have special services and may It is very appropriate that we celebrate this Feast of the include a crèche or miniature Nativity scene. Immaculate Conception as we do during the Season of December 26- Boxing Day/ Feast of Saint Stephen, Advent, when we are preparing to celebrate Christmas, first martyr because this Feast invites us all to stop for just a moment, Boxing Day is a day after Christmas and is only so that we can reflect on how God prepared the world for celebrated in a few countries; mainly ones historically the coming of the Savior in the birth of Jesus Christ two connected to the UK. It was started in the UK about 800 thousand years ago. years ago, during the middle ages. It was the day when On December 8, 1854, Pope Pius IX officially declared the alms box, collection boxes for the poor often kept in the Immaculate Conception a dogma of the Church, which churches, were traditionally opened so that the contents means that all Christians are bound to accept it as true. could be distributed to poor people. Some churches still Our Lady Immaculately Conceived is the patroness of open these boxes on Boxing Day. the United States of America thus this is a holy day of The deacon Stephen, stoned in Jerusalem two years after obligation in the United States. the death of Christ, has always been the object of very December 13- Memorial of Saint Lucy, Virgin and special veneration by the faithful. He is the first martyr. The Martyr account in the Acts of the Apostles relating his arrest and St. Lucy (283-304) was born in Syracuse, Sicily, where the accusations brought against him emphasize the parallel she also died. She was of a noble Greek family, and with our Saviour’s trial; he was stoned outside the city wall was brought up as a Christian by her mother, who was and died, like his Master, praying for his executioners. He miraculously cured at the shrine of St. Agatha in Catania. was one of the seven deacons who helped the apostles; he Lucy made a vow of virginity and distributed her wealth to was “filled with faith and with the Holy Spirit,” and was “full the poor. This generosity stirred the wrath of the unworthy of fortitude.” The Church draws a comparison between the youth to whom she had been unwillingly betrothed and who disciple and his Master, emphasizing the imitation of Christ denounced her to Paschasius, the governor of Sicily. When even unto the complete gift of self. His name is included in it was decided to violate her virginity in a place of shame, the Roman Canon. Lucy, with the help of the Holy Spirit, stood immovable. December 28- Feast of the Holy Innocents, martyrs A fire was then built around her, but again God protected The Feast of the Holy Innocents dates back to about her. She was finally put to death by the sword. Her name the fifth century. It commemorates the massacre of the appears in the second list in the Canon children by King Herod in his attempt to kill the infant Jesus December 25- Christmas Day (Matthew 2:16–18). Herod was “greatly troubled” when Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth astrologers from the east came asking the whereabouts of of Jesus Christ, observed most commonly on December “the newborn king of the Jews,” whose star they had seen. 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of Herod became furious and “ordered the massacre of all the people around the world. Christmas Day is preceded by the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity two years old and under.” season of Advent. This Day is a holiday in many, but not all, These children were regarded by the early church as the countries. first martyrs. The Holy Innocents are the Patron Saints of Many homes usually have Christmas trees and other babies 20 NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE 8 VOL 5

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