25/02/2026
Condolence message
On behalf of the Episcopal Diocese of Aweil, Anglican Communion, Northern Bahr El Ghazal Internal Province, we express our profound sorrow upon receiving the news of the passing of our Father in God, the Rt. Rev. Nathaniel Garang Anyieth, retired Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Bor, who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, 24th February 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
We join the Church in mourning the loss of a devoted shepherd, a faithful servant of Christ, and a humble leader whose episcopal ministry left a lasting spiritual legacy.
Bishop Nathaniel’s life was marked by steadfast commitment to the proclamation of the Gospel, the nurturing of clergy and laity alike, and the strengthening of Christ’s Church amidst both seasons of joy and challenge. His wisdom, fatherly counsel, and unwavering faith enriched not only the Diocese of Bor but the wider body of Christ within the Episcopal Church of South Sudan.
At this moment of grief, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his beloved family, relatives, colleagues in ministry, friends, and the entire Christian community of the Jonglei Internal Province, especially the faithful of the Diocese of Bor. We also stand in solidarity with the whole family of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan as we collectively mourn the departure of this great servant of God.
May the Lord, whom he faithfully served, grant comfort and strength to all who grieve, and may He receive His servant into his glory.
“Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord… they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.” (Revelation 14:13)
May Almighty God rest his soul in eternal peace among His saints, and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Yours in Christ's service
Rt. Rev’d William Deng
Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Aweil
Episcopal Church of South Sudan.
