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Bishop Philippe Rukamba (right) and Mons. Jean Bosco Ntagungira (left)

Pope Francis Accepts Retirement of Catholic Bishop in Rwanda, Appoints Successor

Aug 12, 2024

Pope Francis has accepted the retirement of Bishop Philippe Rukamba from the pastoral care of the Butare Diocese in Rwanda and appointed Mons. Jean Bosco Ntagungira, as his successor.

Bishop Philippe Rukamba during the launch of the manual that seeks to foster healing, unity and reconciliation among victims of the 1994 genocide against Tutsis. Credit: Radio Maria Rwanda

Rwandan Catholic Diocese Moves to Foster Healing, Reconciliation among Genocide Victims

Jun 5, 2024

The Catholic Diocese of Butare in Rwanda has launched a manual that seeks to foster healing, unity and reconciliation among victims of the 1994 genocide against Tutsis.

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