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Malawi Celebrates 125 Years of Faith
Malawi marks 125 years of faith with a Red Mass focusing on justice and integrity.
In brief
Malawi marks 125 years of faith with a Red Mass focusing on justice and integrity. Malawi's Catholic lawyers celebrate 125 years of faith through a Red Mass emphasizing Christ-centered justice and human dignity. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Malawi's Faith Journey
Malawi celebrates 125 years since the Gospel arrived.
Red Mass Celebration
Catholic lawyers held a Red Mass in Lilongwe to thank God for faith.
Bishop's Message
Bishop Mwakhwawa urged lawyers to carry Christ into courtrooms and prisons.
“A catholic lawyer should carry christ into the courtroom, the chambers, the boardroom, the prison, at the negotiating table, because no lawyer can manufacture wisdom merely by reading a law book”
Integrity Challenge
Integrity costs money, friendships, opportunities, or influence.
Human Faces
Lawyers help poor people afford legal representation.
“Imagine a poor person standing outside a legal office because they cannot afford representation. That lawyer who helps to restore that person's dignity evangelises in his own way”
What Happens Next
Malawi aims to join international Catholic lawyers' association.
What it means
Malawi's Catholic lawyers celebrate 125 years of faith through a Red Mass emphasizing Christ-centered justice and human dignity.
