A chapel for a remote village
The more than 500 Catholic faithful in the village of Dakaya in the Apostolic Vicariate of Soddo (in the south of Ethiopia) are rejoicing because they finally have their own chapel. Thanks to the generosity of our benefactors, we were able to contribute $20,562 so that their new chapel could finally be blessed.
Dakaya belongs to Kanafa St. Francis parish, which is situated in a very rural region. The village is around 15 km from the parish centre and only accessible via dirt roads. The journey on foot to the parish church was too difficult for many of the parishioners. The village did already have a small and very dilapidated chapel, but when the priest would come to celebrate Holy Mass, the majority of the faithful had to stand outside in the blazing sun. The parish priest, Father Abraham Waza, was fearful that some might be tempted by the many promises of sectarian groups and end up turning away from the Church.
Fortunately, today, the Catholic community in Dakaya finally has its own proper chapel. “Our prayers have been heard, and our joy is complete. Our faithful feel at home. I would like to thank all our benefactors on behalf of all the people of the parish. May God bless you. We are praying for you! I truly appreciate your love and your work for the Kingdom of God,” writes Father Abraham. We are happy to pass on his thanks to all our benefactors. May God bless you all for your help!
