The faithful from St. Augustine's Church today received Fr. Dominic Kimengich with joy as the church was full to the brim. The christians were very happy to receive him as early as 8.00 am for the Sunday mass. People have been waiting for him anxiously, since the time they were told by His Lordship Bishop Patrick Harrington, that he was coming soon to celebrate mass at the Cathedral Parish. Speaking to the Christians during his homily, Fr. Dominic Kimengitich said he has come as a helper to Bishop Patrick Harrington, to help in him and to work with the people of Lodwar Diocese in spreading the word of God. He said Christ is the Good Shepherd and called Christians to pray for priest to become good shepherds like Christ. He also said that they need the power of God to do the things he wants them to do in life. Christ wants us to bear good fruits in life, he wants us to be people of faith and actions and people who fear God and accept to be led by him. If we do that he will provide for all our needs. Commenting on the constitution issue, he said that, the catholic bishops are not opposed to the whole constitution but only on the two clauses, namely that of kadhis courts and that of abortion, saying that life is sacred and holy and we should respect life for this is one of our commandments: “do not kill”. He invited Christians to make mature decisions on these issues. The mass was animated by St. Leo's Small Christian Community from the Lodwar GK Prison, and other SCC's from both 1st mass and 2nd mass, making the mass very colourful.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Local News - 21.04.10 - SPANISH SURGEONS AT LDH. By. Emmanuel A. Ekuwom.
A team of eight health specialists comprise of 5 general surgeons, 1 pediatrist, 1 physiologist, and anaesthesiologist from spain have launched general operation at Lodwar District Hospital Eye Unit. The exercise which kicked off on Monday has attracted many people from Lodwar and other parts of the Larger Turkana. Dr. Carmen Narvaez, says they have so far attended to 61 patients out of whom 14 with minor and major complications have been operated. Dr Carmen further said that the main reason they have visited is to attend to patient various surgical problems. Addressing us at the eye unit in Lodwar district hospital, today, Dr. Carmen added that they were happy because this year they have received many patients and that they are trying they best to attend to them, the language problem not withstanding since they have the help of volunteers who act as interpreters. Thanking the Lodwar district hospital administration since this time round, the place of their operation has immensely improved making surgery easier than other years, she appealed to everyone who might be in need of operations or any other general surgical problem to visit the Lodwar Eye Unit. Other doctors who came with Dr. Narvaez are Dr. M. Jesus Sevet Convin, Dr. Purificacion Celero, Dr. Alicia Calero, Dr. Diego Parise, Dr. Jorge Parise, and Dr. Javier Rodriguez Velasco. The operation that began on 19th april 2010 will last until 30th april 2010.
PARTING SHOT – 21.04.2010 - HOW MUCH DO WE CARE ABOUT OTHERS?
Most of the time we are faced with a situation that appear unfavourable to us and this turns things upside down, making our efforts to realize our dreams a bit difficult. This is the moment we feel like the world is turning around us and things do not seem to work to our advantage. This is the very moment we start wishing that it were not happening to us but to someone else! In our bitterness and anger we at times set out to hate those who may not have had a hand in our tribulations. It could be the loss of a job, of our loved one, a strained relationship or any other thing, or even a letter of regret from a potential employer.
Indeed, every time we get into trouble, no matter what kind, we start pointing an accusing finger at our assumed enemies. All the time we convince ourselves that someone else with malicious intention is out to make us suffer. This particular belief makes us suspect those around us, more so friends, neighbours and even workmates. Is this fair in the eyes of God who created us in his own image? Is it fair to always shift the blame to other people whenever things do not seem going the right for us? And why do we always think that we are always right in what we believe in even if it embarrassingly wrong? Be serious and think, reason and act positively! Care about others by stop blaming others for everything that does not seem to work out to your liking!
Local news - 20.4.10 - GIRL-CHILD EDUCATION WORKSHOP HELD. By Peter Esinyen.
The girl child education workshop was today held at Comboni Girls Primary School at Risen Christ Parish Lodwar. This workshop was organised by community mobilisers of Nakwamekwei Parish and facilitated by Mr. Robert Woods who is working as a counsellor with Lodwar Youth Friendly VCT Services at Bishop Mahon's Centre. The participants of the workshop were 25 girls drawn from Nakwamekwei village. The objectives of the workshop were to enable the girls have knowledge on sex education, responsibility as a girl in the community, and change in the community and in their respective homes. The workshop also was to raise awareness on abortion types and effects to the person who does it, early marriages, and drug abuse/alcoholic and above all peer pressure among the youth. This all was to be tackled in this three day workshop which is sort to empower the girls in Risen Christ Nakwamekwei Parish.
Local News – 18.04.2010 - Mr. and Mrs. Lodepe's Cup. By Emmanuel A. Ekuwom.
Nakapongoroit are now the winners of Mr. And Mrs. Lodepe Cup after beating Ngilukumong 3-2 goals in Mr and Mrs Lodepe cup finals. The match which was played today afternoon at Nakwamekwi primary attracted many spectators. In Volleyball Nadirkonyen conceded 3 set - 0 with nakapongoroit in their finals. The guest of honour Geofrey Kaituko, Arid Lands Coordinator thanked the organisers of the tournament saying that it was, through such events the youth from turkana region are brought together, forget their differences and and give them anopportunity to brainstorm issues on developmen and how to improve their society. Mr. Kaituko was accompanied by Equity Bank Lodwar branch, Job Nyosork, Kenyatta ward Councillor Mrs. Concepta Anam. The Coordinator urged the Government officials to support youth sporting activities. Mr Nyorsok, on his part said that his company was ready to assist the the youth and women in Turkana who wish to venture into business. He appealed to involve his office whenever they come up with business plans for any support. The winning and the second teams received trophies, soft drinks and biscuits. Others received palying the balls. Eluktoliase player. Yusuf Muhammed was categorised the best player of Loyo Tournament whereas in the Volleyball Namvi received the same title.
PARTING SHOT – 18.04.2010 – FRIENDSHIP.
Friendship is one of the greatest gifts God has given to mankind. It something we yearn for and cherish. Yes having a true friend is a precious gift from the one who created us. But just stop for a moment and think seriously; just how true are those we call friends? How can we tell a true friend from those who pretend to be our friends for the simple reason that they want something from us? Indeed who is a true friend? Who is our foe? Unfortunately many are a time we cannot tell the difference between the two. This is the time when those we thought to be our friends turn their back on us when we need them most. The time those we used to cherish decide to disappear without even saying goodbye. Those who pretend to be our friends will silently celebrate the very moment they learn that we are experiencing hard times in life. They do not want to hear anything good has happened to us. The very realization that we are pushing on and nearing our sweet dreams make them feel uneasy and even drive them to seek the helpof witchdoctors in their efforts to block our progress. On the contrary, a true friend, yes an EVERGREEN FRIEND will always be there for us and provide a guiding hand or a shoulder to lean on when things pull us down. A true friend suffers when we suffer and rejoices when we rejoice.
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