MALAWI: Grooming the Future Church: Prelate Urges Children to Love the Catholic Faith
Bishop Alfred Mateyu Chaima of the Zomba Diocese in Malawi has called on children to deepen their commitment to the Catholic faith. The appeal was made during the 2026 Children’s Congress, which focuses on building a strong foundation of faith for the future of the Church.
Why it matters
It reflects the efforts of religious institutions in Africa to engage younger generations in institutional faith amidst modern societal changes.
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Zomba, Rt. Rev. Alfred Mateyu Chaima, has urged children to deepen their love for the Catholic Church and remain committed to their faith amid contemporary challenges facing the Church.
Speaking on Thursday, August 27, during the official opening of the 2026 Children’s Congress in the Diocese of Zomba, Bishop Chaima said nurturing children in the Catholic faith was key to building a stronger and more vibrant Church for the future.
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