The Catholic Diocese of Yendi has laid to rest Rev. Fr Joseph Renner, a German-born Catholic priest who spent his missionary life serving communities in the Diocese.
The funeral rites for Fr Renner took place on October 3 and 4.
Fr Renner arrived in Ghana in 1970, serving first in Sunson and Kpandai, where he began his missionary work. He later moved to Chamba, where he established the Holy Spirit Parish.
During his years of missionary service, Fr Renner contributed to the establishment of several churches and schools in the Chamba area.
These include Holy Spirit Parish, Chamba; St Paul, Jangbejado; Christ the King at Sabonjida; St Joseph Junior High School at Gungumpa; and Holy Spirit School Complex at Udome.
He also established the Holy Spirit Clinic and Maternity Home in Chamba, which is now one of the best health facilities in the area.
Speaking to the media, Hon Dominic Nitiwul, MP for the Bimbilla Constituency and former Minister for Defence, said Fr Renner’s contribution to the development of the area was unmatched.
He urged the youth to emulate the priest’s exemplary life and contribution to the community.
He also encouraged them to stay away from bad influences, alcoholism, thievery and drunkenness.
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