Pope Francis has extended his blessings to the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Yendi, Most Rev. Matthew Yitiereh, Clergy, Religious, and Lay Faithful on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Diocese.
A message from Vatican, read at the anniversary climax on October 26, the Holy Father expressed his appreciation for the “abundant graces” bestowed upon the Diocese over the past quarter-century.
“With gratitude for the abundant graces, the almighty God has bestowed, the Holy Father prays that the 25th anniversary will be an occasion for spiritual renewal and zeal for spreading the gospel,” the message said.
He encouraged the faithful to reflect on their journey and to draw inspiration from their experiences as they look to the future.
The Holy Father also assured the Diocese of his prayers, invoking the intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church, as a guiding presence for the clergy and laity alike.
