Catholic Charity Foundation Boosts Catechists’ Pastoral Work in Zambian Diocese

Language barriers, and rough terrain, are some of the challenges that make a Priest's ministry sometimes difficult, making the role of Catechists invaluable in many places in Africa.

In his speech during the presentation of the bicycles, Fr. Milandile recalled how Catechists were right-hand men and women when they accompanied the Clergy for pastoral work during the time of expatriate missionaries in Zambia.

During the March 21 event, Bishop Edwin Mwansa Mulandu of Mpika Diocese acknowledged the pastoral role of Catechists and assured them of his constant prayers and support in their work saying the fruits may not be visible today but will surely manifest in due course. 

Speaking at the event, Catechist Association Representative, Stephen Chipasha, thanked Bishop Mwansa for being a good shepherd and implored him to continue helping and empowering Catechists in their pastoral engagements. 

“To date, Catechists are very instrumental in the munus pastorale (pastoral ministry). They help to prepare the people of God via Catechesis before the celebration of the sacraments; they take care of the sub parishes, and they conduct prayer services, among many other pastoral duties,” Mr. Chipasha said.

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