I was very fortunate to be able to attend an ordination for our new Bishop of Solwezi. He is the youngest Bishop to hold this position and he has only been a priest for 9 years. His name is Charles Kusonde.
The celebration Mass was wonderful with plenty of local choir music and dancing. There were many bishops, priests, sisters and religious in attendance. One of the Archbishops presided and the Vice president of Zambia also was there. This event made me realize how much our religious leaders need our prayers. They come under attack very often so we must pray that they remain faithful and perservere through difficult times.
Pope Benedict even sent a gift to the parents of the Bishop. I thought that was a nice touch since they would have been his first spiritual teachers.
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