By Mabvuto Kalawa, Malawi News Network
ZOMBA-The Father Superior of Matiya Parish has called on Catholic men to actively participate in church activities within the parish.
Fr. Ignacio Bokosi made the remarks during prayers at Matiya Parish when the Pirimiti Catholic Men Association choir visited. He encouraged the men to continue singing and work toward releasing an album, reminding them that the Church offers many opportunities for service.The influence and complexity of religion in modern society
“There are many callings from the Church, so as men, continue participating and taking part in all church activities,” Fr. Bokosi said. “Remember, you are leaders of the family and the Church, therefore you must be role models to other men.”
He pointed to St. Joseph, the patron of the association, as an example of a God-fearing man who cared for his family and was committed to prayer.
“I know as men you are always busy, but spare a little time to serve God and He will bless you,” he said. “Don’t only indulge yourselves in drinking, but also care for your families.”
Fr. Bokosi noted that the parish and diocese depend on men to uphold good conduct. He added that participation in church activities helps men avoid negative behaviors, though he acknowledged that choir members also face challenges, including mental health concerns.Kamphangala advises MCP to rebuild the party not 2030 elections
He thanked the choir members from Pirimiti Parish, saying their visit had encouraged men at Matiya. “I am sure the men of Matiya will also establish a men’s choir as you are doing,” he said.
Speaking at the event, choir member Mr. Raphael K. Nkhoma thanked the Father Superior for welcoming them to pray at the parish. He urged the men of Matiya to emulate their example.
“Let us not live without prayer. Let us pray and be actively involved in church activities,” Nkhoma said.
A member of the Matiya Men’s Association also thanked the Pirimiti choir for the visit.Chakwera urges faith in Malawis development path
“We have learned a lot from you and we appreciate it. Keep assisting us so that we can form a deanery men’s choir,” he said. “What you have done for us, do for others too—not only in the diocese, but across dioceses. I know one day we will have a men’s choir at the national level.”
The visit aimed to strengthen the men’s association spiritually and economically within the deanery. After prayers, participants shared experiences over a meal and held discussions on health and well-being.Multi award winning Christian pop rock ‘The Afters and The Grove Band’ is set hold nation wide shows.
Matiya Parish is one of the parishes under Pirimiti Parish, within the jurisdiction of Zomba Diocese. The diocese covers Zomba District and part of Machinga District.