Tarani Outstation on the Feast of St. Francis
On Tuesday, October 4, Fr. Yohana, Br. Michael, Gervas and I traveled to the Tarani outstation in order to celebrate the feast…
Christmas in Buhemba: Celebrations Part 2
It takes about 15 minutes to drive from Mirwa to Magunga,. The choir was ready, and the organist was in fine form. They also have little girls who dance throughout the Mass.
Christmas in Buhemba: Celebrations Part 1
We had an 8:00 p.m. Mass in the main church—called Biatika—at which Fr. Yohana presided and preached. I proclaimed the gospel and baptized some children…
Christmas in Buhemba: Preparations Part 2
Brother Michael is the chief engineer for the Christmas decorations in the church. He was working all week.
Christmas in Buhemba: Preparations Part 1
One of the most important preparations for Christmas in the Buhemba parish is to visit the sick and elderly who will not be able to come to church on Christmas Day.
Perpetual Vows of Vitalis & Joseph: Part IV
Gervas, who is near the end of his philosophy studies, had organized some entertainment for our guests. There was music, skits, dancing, and singing.
Perpetual Vows of Vitalis & Joseph: Part III
We returned to the formation house after the vows. It was a beautiful day, with no rain.
Perpetual Vows of Vitalis and Joseph: Part II
The perpetual vow ceremony was about to begin. Fr. Andrzej and Fr. Yohana were making sure that everything was in order.
Perpetual Vows of Vitalis and Joseph: Part I
Fr. Paul Voisin, C.R., our Superior General, was the first to arrive in Morogoro on December 6 so that he could receive the vows of Vitalis Masika and Joseph Chacha on December 8th.
Lunch After Kizaru Matongo Outstation
After fixing the flat tire, I thought we would be on our way. However, Br. Michael informed me that a family had prepared food for us…