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Friday, June 10, 2011

Local News – 06.06.2011 - By Mary Tioko - Secretariat of the Diocese of Lodwar urged to pray

Secretariat of the Diocese of Lodwar were urged to pray for the trip of Bishop Dominic Kimengich as he travels to Europe today. The Vicar general Fr. Joseph Ekalimon encouraged the staff to pray for his lordship as he tours Europe for the betterment of the diocese of lodwar.
In his well elaborated homily he said that the church is entrusting this day and the days to come in the traveling of the bishop. Fr. Ekalimon said that the Christians can conquer the world by being brave and not being intimidated by anything since God is always on their side. He told them to lead well and feel supported by the Diocese in all they do.
The vicar general encouraged the staff to have knowledge of the world and its environment and urged them to guard it well. He also said that the virtue of humility makes them assured of the way of the cross. He added that they should shun away from violence which destroys their homes and even their working environment. Fr. Ekalimon assured them of the promise of the holy spirit and told them to remain optimistic and be strong in their faith. He encouraged the staff to pray always for the ministry of the sick in the diocese and the country at large, for in Jesus they can conquer the world now and days to come.

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