August 2007 Press Release

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During July and August ordinations took place in the dioceses of Muyinga, Bujumbura and Makamba. 1 priest and 5 deacons were ordained in Muyinga - this was the first service of ordination in the new diocese. In Bujumbura 4 deacons and 34 priests were ordained, while in Makamba 2 priests were ordained.

 Service of ordination - Muyinga diocese

“WALKING TO EMMAUS CONSULTATION”

Towards the end of July the Most Rev. Bernard Ntahoturi joined other delegates in Madrid for a consultation convened by Trinity Church Wall Street that brought together bishops from 31 dioceses in Africa and 24 companion dioceses in the USA . The theme was “Discovering New Mission Perspectives in Changing Times”. It provided an opportunity for participants to strengthen and develop mission partnerships and share together their vision for mission as Anglicans.

CELEBRATIONS IN MAKAMBA

 To mark its 10th anniversary Makamba diocese organised a number of events from 2nd - 5th August. More than 2000 young people participated in a youth crusade and then more than 2000 people joined in services of ordination and thanksgiving. A competition between choirs was one of the highlights of the weekend. Among the guests was the Bishop of the diocese of Kasulu in Tanzania accompanied by 2 choirs and 3 pastors. The Most Rev Bernard Ntahoturi preached at the service of ordination.

PRAXIS TEAM 

The members of the CMS Praxis team were hosted by Gitega diocese from 29th June to 11th July. They were able to experience the work and ministry of the diocese in order to better understand the work of the Church, as well as share experiences and stories.

 - the Province welcomed Rev. David Peck from Lambeth along with Robert Osgood and Abigail Osgood. They were looking at the work and needs of Church schools. - Matana diocese has been able to assist vulnerable families with maize, beans, blankets, soap, hoes, and fabric due to support from Tearfund and Mothers' Union. The distributions were attended by the wife of the 1st Vice President of Burundi and the Archbishop, the Most Rev. Bernard Ntahoturi.