Mpulungu Clergy calls for compassionate campaigns

A Catholic clergy in Mpulungu District has called on Catholic faithfuls to continue conducting their election campaigns with empathy and compassion. Henry Chisoka has emphasised the importance of understanding and kindness in community outreach efforts, urging believers to prioritize empathy over mere rhetoric. Speaking during his farewell message to the Christians at Stella Maris Parish during the Sunday service yesterday, Chisoka highlighted that genuine compassion can foster unity and positive change within society, which aligns with the core teachings of the Catholic Church.

He encouraged faithfuls to reflect on Christ’s love in their actions, especially during the election period. “Social development, charity work, and politics should not be a battleground of hatred and division, but a platform for unity and understanding among all citizens,” he said. “Political campaigns often become heated and divisive, which usually lead to unnecessary conflict and misunderstandings but as faithfuls we must strive to resist the temptation to engage in inflammatory rhetoric and instead focus on listening to different perspectives with an open heart,” he added.

He urged Catholics to pray for wisdom and patience as they navigate the political landscape noting that a prayerful approach can help voters discern their choices wisely and act with integrity. He reminded the faithful that their conduct during campaigns reflects their faith and can influence others positively, adding that faith and politics can coexist harmoniously when guided by compassion and empathy. Brother Chisoka has also called on political leaders to run their campaigns with honesty, humility, and respect for their opponents.

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He said by setting an example, leaders can inspire their supporters to conduct themselves with similar compassion as true leadership is rooted in service and understanding rather than arrogance and divisiveness.He expressed hope that the upcoming elections will be conducted in a spirit of unity and mutual respect as Christians must take political campaigns as an opportunity to demonstrate the core Christian values of love and empathy in the public sphere.And Christians of Stella Maris Parish have praised Chisoka for his dedication to the church.Center Executive Chairperson Carol Chomba who spoke on behalf of the congregation said the unwavering commitment of Chisoka to the church community is highlighted in his numerous contributions to spiritual growth and outreach programs over his 14 months pastoral stay.“As a community we will continue to pray for you and we hope our collective prayers and well-wishes will serve as a source of strength for you as you move forward, carrying with you our love and blessings of Stella Maris Parish,” she said.Ms Chomba said Brother Chisoka’s leadership and compassion have left an indelible mark on both parishioners and staff, fostering a sense of unity and hope within the parish.She revealed that Chisoka’s kindness and devotion had positively impacted people’s lives both old and young because of his willingness to lend a helping hand during times of need. He said by setting an example, leaders can inspire their supporters to conduct themselves with similar compassion as true leadership is rooted in service and understanding rather than arrogance and divisiveness. He expressed hope that the upcoming elections will be conducted in a spirit of unity and mutual respect as Christians must take political campaigns as an opportunity to demonstrate the core Christian values of love and empathy in the public sphere.And Christians of Stella Maris Parish have praised Chisoka for his dedication to the church.Center Executive Chairperson Carol Chomba who spoke on behalf of the congregation said the unwavering commitment of Chisoka to the church community is highlighted in his numerous contributions to spiritual growth and outreach programs over his 14 months pastoral stay.“As a community we will continue to pray for you and we hope our collective prayers and well-wishes will serve as a source of strength for you as you move forward, carrying with you our love and blessings of Stella Maris Parish,” she said.Ms Chomba said Brother Chisoka’s leadership and compassion have left an indelible mark on both parishioners and staff, fostering a sense of unity and hope within the parish.She revealed that Chisoka’s kindness and devotion had positively impacted people’s lives both old and young because of his willingness to lend a helping hand during times of need.

He expressed hope that the upcoming elections will be conducted in a spirit of unity and mutual respect as Christians must take political campaigns as an opportunity to demonstrate the core Christian values of love and empathy in the public sphere. And Christians of Stella Maris Parish have praised Chisoka for his dedication to the church.Center Executive Chairperson Carol Chomba who spoke on behalf of the congregation said the unwavering commitment of Chisoka to the church community is highlighted in his numerous contributions to spiritual growth and outreach programs over his 14 months pastoral stay.“As a community we will continue to pray for you and we hope our collective prayers and well-wishes will serve as a source of strength for you as you move forward, carrying with you our love and blessings of Stella Maris Parish,” she said.Ms Chomba said Brother Chisoka’s leadership and compassion have left an indelible mark on both parishioners and staff, fostering a sense of unity and hope within the parish.She revealed that Chisoka’s kindness and devotion had positively impacted people’s lives both old and young because of his willingness to lend a helping hand during times of need.

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