Four Major Seminarians to be Ordained to Diaconate by the Catholic Archdiocese of Juba

The Catholic Archdiocese of Juba officially announced the upcoming ordination of four major seminarians to the diaconate. The announcement was made by H.G. Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla, Archbishop of Juba, calling upon all church personnel and faithful to join in this significant event.

The ordination ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 10:00 AM in St. Theresa’s Cathedral in Kator, Juba. This joyous occasion marks an important milestone in the journey of these young men towards priesthood.

The four candidates who will be ordained to the diaconate are named below:

1. Godfrey Lugga Anthony: From Holy Trinity Parish, Juba, belonging to the Franciscan Congregation.

2. James Kose Wani Pitya: From Terekaka Parish, within the Catholic Archdiocese of Juba.

3. Matasim Kamal Osman Alnur: From Holy Trinity Parish, Juba, also hailing from the Franciscan Congregation.

4. Samuel Jada Juma Agapito: From Mangalla Parish, within the Catholic Archdiocese of Juba.

The Catholic Archdiocese of Juba encourages all church personnel and faithful to offer their prayers and show support for these candidates as they embark on their sacred journey. The ordination to the diaconate is a significant step towards priesthood and symbolizes their commitment to serving the church and the community.

This momentous occasion is expected to strengthen the faith and inspire the Catholic community in Juba. The ordination of these four seminarians not only signifies personal growth and dedication but also represents a hopeful future for the Church in South Sudan.