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| Bishop Peter Kihara |
Kenyans have been called upon to consistently refer to Pope Francis messages that he gave during his visit in November last year for a deeper understanding and to put his words of wisdom into practice for the benefit of the Country.
He said this during the Thanks Giving Mass in honor of Pope’s visit and in appreciation of all who contributed to the successful events, at the Daughters of St Pauls’ Chapel in Nairobi, on 19th, February, 2016. The Marsabit Bishop Peter Kihara announced that the Pope’s messages that gave hope and uplifted many Kenyans are now available in booklets and Digital Video Discs (DVD), encouraging the people to access them.
Expressing gratitude to the Holy Father on behalf of the entire Country, Bishop Kihara said the Pope’s Visit in November blessed Christians and none Christians alike. “I have heard it from the Muslim brothers in Marsabit who are the majority that, they were blessed and inspired by the messages of the Pontiff during his visit to Kenya. All felt encouraged and uplifted by his reflections and simplicity of his style and life,” he said.
Bishop Kihara who was amazed at how the Holy Father in his age diligently followed his tight schedule, prayed to God to bless the Vicar of Christ for his generosity and acceptance to visit Kenya and for the sacrifice that he made during his visit.
The Thanks Giving Mass was celebrated by His Eminence John Cardinal Njue, and concelebrated
Earlier in December, Pope Francis wrote to the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) chairman Rt. Rev Philip Anyolo:
“At the conclusion of my Pastoral Visit to Kenya, I wish to express my appreciation to you, your brother Bishops and all who worked with the Conference of Catholic Bishops for the fraternal welcome you gave me. I pray that our time together may deepen the bonds of communion we share and bring forth abundant fruit for the life of the Church in Kenya. Commending you to the intercession of our Lady, Mother of Africa, I cordially import to you. Your brother Bishops and all entrusted to your pastoral care, my Apostolic Blessing as a pledge of joy and peace in the Lord,” the letter read.
By Rose Achiego, Waumini Communications- KCCB