Bishop Merhakristos Gobezayehu Getachew Yilma

Bishop Merhakristos Gobezayehu Getachew Yilm of Awasa Apostolic Vicariate in Ethiopia during his consecration on February 9. Credit: Catholic Bishop's Conference of Ethiopia Facebook page

Pastoral Agents in Ethiopia’s Awasa Apostolic Vicariate Lauded for Commitment to Evangelization amid Harsh Conditions

Mar 20, 2025

The new Local Ordinary of Awasa Apostolic Vicariate in Ethiopia has commended the Priests and Religious in the Episcopal See for their commitment to evangelization despite the numerous challenges they facing.

Bishop Merhakristos Gobezayehu Getachew Yilma

Pastoral Agents in Ethiopia’s Awasa Apostolic Vicariate Lauded for Commitment to Evangelization amid Harsh Conditions

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