New Bishop of Kabinda in DRC Urged to Serve with Humility: “Avoid the prestige of the Crosier and the Mitre”

Archbishop Ntambue Kasembe of Kananga urged the new bishop of Kabinda to lead with humility and forgiveness during the episcopal ordination of Mons. Eustache Ntambwe Makoyo on Sunday, October 11.

During his homily, Archbishop Kasembe told Bishop Makoyo to avoid the prestige of the crosier and the mitre, suggesting instead that he model his leadership on Christ by serving the faithful. The Archbishop of Kananga encouraged the new bishop to become a living sacrifice and to love and forgive everyone.

Pope Leo XIV appointed Makoyo as the fifth bishop of the Diocese of Kabinda on July 29. The see became vacant following the transfer of Archbishop Kasembe to the Archdiocese of Kananga on March 19, 2024.

In his first address as bishop, Makoyo said he recognizes his spiritual responsibility and has accepted the role of being an ambassador for Christ. He expressed gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for the appointment and thanked the various religious leaders and authorities who attended the celebration.