A Statement on the deportation, by the Zambian Government, of Fr. Viateur Banyangandora to Rwanda
To all Catholics and men and women of goodwill in Zambia!
1. We, the 130 Catholic Diocesan Priests gathering in Chipata for the National conference from 7th of August to 9th of August 2012 hereby re-affirm contents of the statement issued by Right Reverend George Cosmas Zumaile Lungu, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Chipata.
2. Fr. Viateur was ordained in 2004, for Chipata Diocese in which he has been working. Most of us studied, lived, and also worked with him.We know him as a good priest and a man of peace and integrity. He is a member of the Association of Zambian Diocesan Catholic Clergy(AZADCC),and has been an effective and committed member of the same since his ordination to the priesthood.
3. Following his deportation and reasons given by the Zambian Government, we the Local Catholic Priests are surprised and not satisfied with the grounds given. We have the official communication from the diocese of Ruhengeri in Rwanda, that Fr. Viateur has been found with no case to answer by the Government of that country.
4. We therefore, propose the following roadmap on this issue:
i. The government to seriously consider revoking the deportation order for the sake of unity;
ii. The government to issue substantive statement that will explain what really happened for our brother to be deported;
iii. The government to engage the Catholic Church in Zambia, to promote harmony in the Church-State relations;
iv. We earnestly urge the government to address the real issues that are today affecting the poor people like marketing of Maize, Cotton, and other agriculture produce.
5. In conclusion, regardless of what has transpired, we, the Diocesan Catholic Priests in Zambia, shall continue our prophetic role of preaching the Gospel, and reconciling the people of our country, and promoting dialogue, without fear of intimidation or persecution.
We implore the Catholic Community and Priests in Chipata Diocese, and all the people of good will, to remain calm, peaceful and prayerful during this time of waiting for Fr. Viateur’s return.May the Good Lord bless and guide us through the intercession of our Mother Mary.
Issued this 8th day of August 2012 at Chipata by:
The Association of Zambian Diocesan Catholic Clergy
AZADCC KASAMA
AZADCC MPIKA
AZADCC MANSA
AZADCC NDOLA
AZADCC SOLWEZI
AZADCC MONGU
AZADCC LIVINGSTONE
AZADCC MONZE
AZADCC LUSAKA
AZADCC KABWE
AZADCC CHIPATA
i have officially resigned from PF and joined UPND from today henceforth…
go ahead chimbwi no plan!
ukwa is your child you guys..discipline him..excommunicate him form the church..hahaha
His your baby ,learn how to babyseat him.
Catholic priests are reapping what they planted! They created this monister they they face the consequenses! Now they can see that RB was a better man only demonised by the devilish Fred M’membe (a house fly!). Bishop Duffy MHSRIP was constantly attacking RB in the Post but he was never deported! Now they will see that RB is a true democrat! Thats why he is being honored by the international community. I hope he wins the Mo Ibrahim Prize so that M’membe and Ukwa choke to death with jelousy!
The writing is on the wall; this regime is on its way out because they have been divisive and tribalistic and they are not nation builders. The die is cast and the end is near!
You never play around with the clergy. This is the beginning of the end. I do not think Sata will rule for more than 2 years if he continues this type of holliganism.
A senior priest during the 6.00 hours mass on 5th August clearly stated that christians helped to bring PF to power and they can help them come down
‘ Wayenda mu town …wamwa kachasu …..Waona manje wayamba kulila chakolwa…!’….. Osalila pls
threats will not CNP his people any were
This is corny. Is this genocidal priest the one who was running the catholic church in Zambia. Why must he come back?
We chipuba
i hear you girl…. was also wondering!
Your Excellency,
This is the worst mistake of your Government. Fire the Minister of Home Affairs and bring back the Priest! As a Catholic, you have let us down! You cannot win against the Catholic Church. Chiluba tried and he failed!
Excommunicate Sata with immediate effect.He is a shameless dictator.Did you see how the man was touching Cardinal Mazombwe’s head on ZNBC news yesterday?He doesn’t respect anyone.He should respect the clergy.I’am so happy most Zambians are seeing the Cobra’s true colors.We deserve better.
Where is the statement from Telesphore Mpundu? Why is he quiet?
Maxwell, Octopus Paul Bwalya, Nsunde sunde whatever. You created an elephant now residing in your siting room like ‘Ililomba’. How on earth d’you remove or learn to live with?
The Catholics are one who support PF to get Governmet and they shold not cmplain. We told you but you were adamant.
Advice to people demanding recalling of deported Fr. Vateur . Take it easy, what if there was a intelligence communique linking Fr. Viateur to pre or post genocide issues in Rwanda?
Some catholic churches is Rwanda are packed with human skeletons… some priests there lured innocent people there for protection just to turn around and have them hacked into pieces..
let him stay in kigali or wherever he came from before he starts confusion in Zed.
Free films about Rwanda genocide in Catholic churches on youtube
– Sometime in April
– Shooting Dogs
– Ghosts of Rwanda
– Hotel Rwanda
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Nobody is above the law not even the catholic church…the president should always stand his ground and those who are wise shall respect him for that!!!! Dont be too quick to judge him you double headed snakes!