Local news - 20.10.11 - By Philip Lobur - ST. LUKES HOME FOR THE DEAF CELEBRATE THEIR PATRON FEAST'S DAY

20th October was a significant day in St. Luke's home for the deaf in Nakwamekwi when the Centre marked their 7th anniversary and memorial of their patron saint. The day started with the celebration of the Holy mass conducted by Rev. Fr. John Kizito Manzi who is the diocesan Educatio secretary. The holy mass of thanksgiving was conducted within the St. luke's home  social hall which was attended by Bishop Dominic Kimengich, Fr. Rafel Cefalo the parish priest of Nakwamekwi, pupils of st. Luke'ss home for the deaf, their parents, provincial Administration represented by the local chief Enoch Ekulan, the head mistress of St. Bernadette school for hearing impaired Nakwamekwi, Eunice Mjuma the diocesan child protection officer among other guests. The celebration was a unique one as the children entertained their visitors to their satisfaction and the guests also gave their advice and speeches all revolving children issues, child protection and special needs of children with disabilities. The Bishop and all guests were very happy on the occasion and called upon all stake holders to support all children with disabilities and impaired  who should be treated the same with others. During the occasion the parents who finished a course on sign language were awarded with certificated together with pupils who performed well in the district mock. During the occasion tribute and special mention was made to the founder of the home Mr. Jansen who made the place as it is now serving many children who are deaf. The administration also thanked the government for registering St. Bernadette primary school as a recognized institution accredited through the ministry of education. Later the pupils interacted freely with their parents and visitors. Special thanks to the benefactors of the home for the dead.