“Before, during and after our independence in 2011, what happened to us is that the controversial issues were never openly discussed!” the 57-year-old Bishop says, and adds, “What we want now as South Sudanese is to seize the vision of one nation in spirit and characters cherished more by the worthy friendship.”
In the face of these predicaments, Bishop Hiiboro urges “prudence” among “Priests, Religious and all the Church Personnel of the CDTY” and cautions them against “occasions that can raise eyebrows!”
“Arm yourselves with prudence as all these ethnic communities will run to you,” he says, and adds, “Those of you who preach the Gospel, if possible, record or write your homilies.”
“Pray always so that you may not fall into the temptations; be the quickest builders of any weak bridges between our ethnic communities when dealing with the people,” says the South Sudanese Catholic Bishop.
Still addressing himself to members of the Clergy, women and men Religious and other Church personnel ministering in the CDTY, the Bishop further advices, “While writing in social media, do so under the influence of clear thinking and spirituality.”
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Try not to join forums based on tribe, the Catholic Bishop goes on to caution, and adds, “if you are there in any of them, please do intervene in prayerful attitudes when the atmosphere is fragile or poisonous.”
“Protect, respect and help your Priests and Religious from all dangers.” he appeals to the people of God in the affected South Sudanese region.
The South Sudanese Bishop adds, “Priests and Religious are not angels; they are human and vulnerable; we make mistakes but if you have an issue with any, inform me or the administration; we shall address the matter; where legal implications will hold, we shall always abide by the laws of our land.”
He further appeals “for peace through genuine friendship” and underscores, “I sincerely ask of you a special favor for Priests, Religious and all church personnel to protect, support and pray for them!”
“Do not forget to pray for me as l never fail to pray for each of you,” the Catholic Bishop who has been at the helm of the CDTY since his Episcopal Ordination in June 2008 says in his message shared with ACI Africa, and adds, “St Joseph our diocesan Patron Saint pray for us! May Jesus Christ the High Priest and Prince of Peace bless you all!”