Summary:
- Joseph Adolu Egaru, the chairperson of the organizing committee, stated that the fundraising effort, led by the Lango Catholic delegation, aims to raise 12 million shillings needed to finalize the church’s construction.
AMURIA: The Christians of St. John Catholic Church in Agwara, located in Amuria District, have organized a fundraising drive to complete their new church building.
The grand fundraising event will take place on August 25, 2024, in Orengkipi Village, Odongai Parish, Abia Sub County.
Joseph Adolu Egaru, the chairperson of the organizing committee, stated that the fundraising effort, led by the Lango Catholic delegation, aims to raise 12 million shillings needed to finalize the church’s construction.
Adolu added that the construction of Agwara Catholic Church began in 2023 and is expected to be completed by 2025. Once finished, the church will accommodate over 1,000 congregants per service.
John Michael Agole, the chairperson of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Parish in Amuria, called on people of goodwill to attend the event in large numbers and donate generously to support the completion of the church.
Some Christians, who have been traveling long distances to attend prayers, expressed their joy, noting that having the church nearby will make it easier to attend Sunday services and will strengthen and grow their faith.
