MARIA REGINA MUNDI PARISH, ORTUM, WEST POKOT

Bishop Henry Juma Odonya administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to seven hundred new faithful at Maria Regina Mundi Parish in Ortum, within the West Pokot Pastoral Area.

During his homily, Bishop Odonya told the recipients and the congregation to use the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit and to trust God in all life situations. He described Confirmation as a step toward a deeper relationship with God rather than the end of a faith journey. He also encouraged the faithful to strengthen their prayer lives and act as witnesses for Christ in their families and communities.

Father Mathew Rotich, the parish priest and administrator of the West Pokot Pastoral Area, thanked the catechists for preparing the candidates. He also praised the parishioners for their unity and cooperation in Church activities, urging them to continue working together to support the local ministry.