“So, if we truly listen to Jesus, we will know how to live in our harmony, to work together, to respect one another, and to recognize the dignity of every person,” he said, and continued, “If we truly listen to Jesus, we will know how to live in our harmony, to work together, to respect one another and to recognize the dignity of every person.”
Paying keen attention to the teaching of Jesus requires that His followers discern His voice, especially now that many other voices compete with the voice of Jesus, including power, wealth, pleasure, and self-interests, Bishop Mweempwa said.
The voice of Jesus Christ “calls us to stand for the truth; to reject lies, greed, and corruption,” the Zambian Catholic Church leader, who will turn 51 on March 30 said during the double celebration of the 120th anniversary of mission that is under the auspices of Jesuits and the Silver Jubilee of Radio Chikuni.
He went on to laud the contribution of the Jesuits in the integral development and the Chikuni Mission, saying that they have facilitated the transformation of the lives of many in Zambia.
“This place has brought transformation to so many people, forming disciples of Christ. It has brought transformation and change by the promotion of education, supporting agriculture, providing healthcare, the dissemination of meaningful information through Chikuni Community Radio and fostering cultural appreciation,” said the Zambian Catholic Church leader, who was appointed Bishop in February 2022.
Meanwhile, speaking on behalf of the Jesuits of the Southern Africa Province, Fr Virgilio Costa said the Chikuni Mission, which the Jesuits established in 1905 with support from the local community, has grown significantly into “a vibrant hub”.
“Chikuni Mission has grown into a vibrant hub of education, healthcare, agriculture, culture, and spiritual life,” Fr. Costa said, noting that the institution has also produced many Diocesan Priests and Nuns.
Observing that the Catholic Mission is a testament to the spirit of collaboration and a shared vision of various congregations, the local community,
He acknowledged with gratitude the collaborative efforts that have kept Chikuni mission in Zambia active for over a century.
“As we reflect on this 120 years of dedicated service, we acknowledge the collaborative efforts that have sustained and enriched Chikuni Mission,” said the Mozambican-born Jesuit, noting that “Jesuits, the Religious Sisters of Charity, and other Congregations have worked together with the local communities embodying a spirit of shared purpose.”
