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By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA Father Usumo Emmanuel Sahangagine Peter a South Sudanese priest from the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) on sharing his pastoral experience for the last two and half months in Kenya acknowledged that he has learned a lot especially in the area of “Small Christian Communities (SCCs), a grassroot model of…

By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA In responding to question disturbing majority of Christians of Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) on why priests are sent for further studies instead of being assigned in various parishes, bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala emphasized that priests need to acquire advanced degrees not for prestige but to sharpen their minds, expand…

By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA “When I return to my home diocese, I intend to carry forward the lessons of pastoral presence, community participation, and lay involvement. I have seen how empowering the laity, especially youth and women, strengthens the parish”, says Fr. Wenengbi Moses who is among the three newly ordained priests from Catholic…

Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA Following the tragic sorrow that has engulfed the El Fashir city, Sudan, Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala has expressed his deep sorrow and solidarity with bishop Tombe, the bishop of El-Obeid Diocese, Sudan, who is currently on his pastoral visit among the refugees in the Yida Parieng and Abeyi Administrative Area. On…

By Emmanuel Mandella In a vital step toward peace and reconciliation, the Sudan and South Sudan Bishops Conference, in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY), launched a capacity-building program on Tuesday focused on trauma healing and reconciliation for catechists serving across multiple dioceses. The gathering brought together catechists from Our Lady of Fatima…

On Fraternity, Peaceful Collaboration, and Respect for Religious and Cultural Identity By Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Dear friends, brothers and sisters in this noble APF forum, Warm Pentecost greetings to you all! I join this important and intense discussion today out of a deep conviction as one who shares in our collective dream of a peaceful,…

By Emmanuel Mandella On his audience with seminarians on Monday June 9th 2025, at Solidarity Training Center in Yambio, bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of Catholic Bishop of Tombura-Yambio Diocese (CDTY), urged over 150 seminarians to embrace “self-discipline, hard work, and spiritual purpose” as they discern their call to the priesthood and that their formation is…

By Emmanuel Mandella Over 150 seminarians under the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) on Monday June 9, 2025 expressed deep admiration and gratitude to Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala for his unwavering support and spiritual mentorship as they journey toward priesthood. Gathered from across the diocese’s four seminary wings St. Joseph Minor Seminary in Maingbangaru, Orientation…

In a vibrant display of environmental responsibility and community spirit, the Franz Bracht Environmental Club organized a large-scale clean-up exercise to mark World Environment Day 2025. Guided by this year’s global theme, “End Plastic Pollution,” the initiative mobilized students, teachers, and even young children from the Ngboko community to take action against the growing threat…

By Baraka John  Hundreds of Catholic faithful gathered in Ibba County on Tuesday to celebrate the feast of St. Charles Lwanga, honoring the Ugandan martyr’s legacy of faith and courage. The celebration took place at St. Charles Lwanga Parish, where Fr. Bie Emmanuel presided over a solemn Mass attended by parishioners, local community leaders, and…