Bishop Dominic Kimengich speaking in Eldoret
Catholic Bishop of Eldoret Dominic Kimengich has challenged leaders in the country to learn from the late Pope Francis and be servants of the people instead of being selfish and self-centered.
Kimengich in his message of condolences following the death of Pope Francis, said the deceased pontiff was very humble and keen serve the world without any discrimination and selfishness.
“Pope Francis was a leader of more than one billion Catholics whom he treated equally and worked for a better world as a servant of God. It’s sad that we have lost him but we have a lot to learn from him,” Bishop Kimengich said.
He said the Pope showed everyone how to be close to God and that local leaders must emulate the good traits from the Pope like humility and service to the people.
“That why as we mourn the Pope I urge our leaders to learn from him and be servants of the people. Let’s not use leadership to show off or look for other selfish and material things. We should just serve the people and God will bless all of us,” Bishop Kimengich said
The cleric said the leaders should join hands and work for peace and unity in the country.
He praised the late Pope as a leader who bestowed on the Catholic Church the virtues of being a good Christian and believing in God.
“I ask that we pray for his soul to rest in peace as we work to continue the good work he was doing,” the bishop said.
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bi also joined leaders in mourning the late Pope.
In his condolence message, Governor Bii said the late Pope was a man whose voice echoed far beyond the walls of the Vatican, touching hearts with messages of hope and social justice.
“On behalf of the people of Uasin Gishu, I convey our deepest sympathies to the Catholic Church, the Holy See and all people of faith who found guidance and comfort in his leadership,” Bii said.
The late Pope died on Easter Monday, his death attracting mourning across the world.
Other local leaders including deputy Governor Evans Kapkea and many Catholic faithful in the region also mourned the Pope.
