Diocese of Mangochi

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23/05/2026

UNDERSTANDING THE CATHOLIC CHURCH HIERARCHY

The Catholic Church is beautifully organized with different roles of service and leadership within the body of Christ.

Pope — The spiritual leader of the universal Church and Bishop of Rome.

Cardinal — Senior leaders who assist and advise the Pope.

Archbishop — Oversees an Archdiocese and guides several dioceses.

Bishop — Shepherd of a diocese, responsible for teaching and spiritual care.

Monsignor — A priest honored for dedicated service to the Church.

Parish Priest — Leads and cares for the faithful in a local parish.

Deacon — Assists in service, charity, liturgy, and ministry.

Each role exists to serve God and guide His people in faith.

23/05/2026

RIP Fr. Sam Nawasha 🕊️

23/05/2026

23/05/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT OF CANDIDATES FOR THE SACRED ORDER OF DEACONS

We joyfully presents the 13 candidates who will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons through the laying on of hands and the prayer of consecration.

We invite the faithful to uphold these brothers in prayer as they undertake their ministry of service to the Word, the Altar, and charity among the People of God.

DIOCESE OF MANGOCHI

1. Timothy Phiri - Nankhwali Parish

2. Mayamiko Zangalama, O.F.M. Cap. – Balaka Parish

3. Pempho Mbewe, O.F.M. Cap. – Kapire

ARCHDIOCESE OF BLANTYRE

1. Peter Wandale – Nkhwai Parish

2. John Wyson – Mwanga Parish

DIOCESE OF ZOMBA

1. Emmanuel Chakuuma – Thondwe Parish

ARCHDIOCESE OF LILONGWE

1. Archangel Chikankheni – Namitete Parish

2. Innocent Panamba – Mlale Parish

DIOCESE OF DEDZA

1. George Kantiki – Mua Parish

DIOCESE OF CHIKWAWA

1. Felix Phiri – Nchalo Parish

2. Lockie Livison – Misomali Parish

DIOCESE OF MZUZU

1. Stuart Munthali – Rumphi

2. Anthony Kavinya – Nkhamenya Parish

ORDINATION TO THE DIACONATE

Date: Saturday, 23rd May 2026

Time: 09:00 a.m.

Venue: St. Peter’s Major Seminary Football Ground

PRINCIPAL CELEBRANT:

The Rt. Rev. Yohane S. Nyirenda, Bishop of Mzuzu

All are warmly invited to join in prayer and celebration as the Church confers this sacred ministry upon her servants.

Communications Office
Diocese of Mangochi

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

13 Seminarians to be Ordained Deacons in Zomba on Saturday

Thirteen seminarians from Catholic dioceses and archdioceses across Malawi are set to be ordained deacons on Saturday at St. Peter’s Major Seminary in the Diocese of Zomba.

The candidates include seminarians from the Archdioceses of Blantyre and Lilongwe, the Dioceses of Chikwawa, Mzuzu, Zomba, Mangochi and Dedza, as well as two Capuchin seminarians.

His Lordship Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda, Bishop of Mzuzu, is expected to preside over the ordination Mass.

Rev. Fr. Daniel Kamanga, the seminary’s rector, has told Kuwala FM-Lux Mundi-Online that the celebration will also launch the seminary’s golden jubilee commemorations which will be held in 2027.

— MCCB Communications

22/05/2026