Local news - 20.4.14 - By Mary Tioko - Catholics reminded that they are worshiping a risen God. Says priest

The Christians of St. Augustine's Cathedral parish have been reminded that they are worshiping a risen God who is present in their lives. Addressing them during his homily today, the parish Administrator of St. Augustine's Fr. Paul Areman said that Christians are worshiping a living God who defeated death.

Fr. Areman said that Jesus Christ is risen and he is present in their lives and especially in their small Christian communities, work places and also at their homes. He said that the risen lord is with the till the end of time and that they should not be worried for he will protect them in their lives. He informed them that Christ has defeated evil and death and that they are now people who are supposed to walk in the light.

Fr. Areman challenged the Christians to start life afresh and leave all the old deeds that distanced them away from God and strife to be close to him by drawing strength from him who is the source of their light. He added that they should respect life and guard it well for Christ overcome it and warned them not to take other people’s lives. He said that Christ resurrection brings them love that never ends and that they should believe in him and place their hopes in him.Fr. Areman also blessed the church's public address system that will be installed in the church and thanked the Christians for their generous contributions.