ZIMBABWE
(2003
World Peace Prayer Society Report)
BULAWAYO,
ZIMBABWE
Rt.
Rev. Helmut Reckter |
In
the Diocese of Chinhoyi, hundreds of people from all walks of life
gathered at St. Peter's Parish to commemorate the International Day
of Peace. The concelebrated mass was led by Rt. Rev. Helmut Reckter,
The Bishop of Chinhoyi. The preacher invited the congregation to reflect
on the issues that have caused disharmony in our beloved and sad country,
Zimbabwe. As the preacher enumerated the real issues that have led
to economic and political decline in the country, faces of surprised
people could be noticed. The reason for their reaction being that
due to the breakdown of rule of law in Zimbabwe, people don't speak
about human rights abuses by the government in public.
Indeed the celebrations were an entry point for many people who have
always believed that politics and the Church are incomparable elements.
From the Peace Day, people in the diocese of Chinhoyi are beginning
to appreciate that church speaks for the oppressed.
Fr. Robert Machingura
2003
World Peace Prayer Society Compilation
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