The leader of the Catholic Church in the world, Pope Francis has appointed Reverend Father Peter Adrian Chifukwa as the new Bishop for Dedza diocese.
The Pope made the announcement on May 8, 2021 at Vatican City in Italy. Rev Fr. Chifukwa’s appointment comes after the death of Bishop Emmanuel Kanyama on February 18, 2018.
The Episcopal Conference of Malawi announced the news through a press release issued by the Secretary General, Rev Fr. Henry Saindi welcoming and congratulating the new Bishop.
“We have every reason to rejoice and congratulate the Bishop-elect as through his appointment, we witness another indication of divine providence and the pastoral care of Jesus Christ the Good Shepherd.” Reads the statement.
The new Bishop is expected to be consecrated in three months’ time from the day of appointment according to the Canon Law or otherwise, as decided upon by the diocesan administration.
Rev Fr. Chifukwa was born on 27th August, 1973 and upon completion of Philosophical and Theological studies in 2001, he was ordained priest on the 12th of June, 2004. His missionary life has seen him serving in several capacities including as Parish Priest at Ganya parish, Bishop’s Secretary, Rector of St. Kizito Minor Seminary, Judicial Vicar and Chaplain to the Presentation Sisters just to mention a few.