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His Lordship Rt. Rev. Joseph Mwongela has announced the establishment of a new parish in Iiani, to be officially opened on 6th January 2026. The official communication has been made through a memorandum released from the Bishop’s Office addressed to the Priests, Religious Men and Women and the Christians of the Catholic Diocese of Kitui. […]

St. John Paul II Institute held its 3rd graduation ceremony at the school grounds where 98 students graduated with certificates and diplomas in various courses from the School of Engineering and the School of Business. The chief guest was Dr. Catherine Amulundu. The graduation ceremony began with a Holy Mass led by Rt. Rev. Joseph

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui today has celebrated its Annual Diocesan Family Day at St. John Paul II Institute School, beginning with a Holy Mass presided over by Rt. Rev. Joseph Mwongela. The event aimed at raising funds in aid of various Diocesan Pastoral Projects and expressing gratitude for the blessings of growth and unity

Hundreds of students, teachers, clergy, and dignitaries gathered at Our Lady of Protection Museve Shrine for this year’s Education Day celebration, held under the theme “Catholic Schools: Pilgrims of Hope, Journeying Together in Faith and Renewal.” The day began with a Holy Mass presided over by Rt. Rev. Joseph Mwongela, who in his homily urged

Thank you all for your generous contribution during this year’s Annual Diocesan Fundraising Dinner, held at Kitui Pastoral Centre on 4th July 2025, under the theme “Education Sponsorship for Street Children and Support for Seminarians.” Through your kindness and support, Ksh. 5 million was raised. In his opening remarks, Bishop Joseph Mwongela reflected on being

Thousands of faithful gathered at Museve Shrine today for the annual Diocesan pilgrimage, celebrated by the Most Rev. Anthony Muheria, under the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.” The pilgrims participated in the way of the Cross, adoration, sacrament of reconciliation and Holy Mass. In his homily, Archbishop Muheria urged the Christians to release stubbornness of heart

Deacon Joseph Mutisya is set to be ordained to the Order of Priesthood on 27th June 2025 in Rome by the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. He will be accompanied by Fr. Josephat Ndunda.In preparation for his ordination, Deacon Joseph signed the pre-ordination documents on 12/06/2025 at Kitui Pastoral Centre in the presence of the

His Lordship Rt. Rev. Joseph Mwongela officially opened the priest’s house at Holy Spirit Ikutha Parish and administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to 220 Confirmands in a colorful and lively celebration filled with joy and thanksgiving. After the Sacrament of Confirmation, the Bishop blessed the newly constructed grotto. In his message, Bishop Mwongela called on

After the Christmas holiday, the seminarians who were at home for holidays have reported back to different Seminaries to continue with their Priesthood Formation. During the vacation, they relaxed at home while helping at their home parishes. They gained experience by preaching the Word of God, visiting the Small Christian Communities(SCCs), organizing youth and other

The Regional Director of Brooke East Africa, Dr. Raphael Kinoti, has paid a courtesy visit to Bishop Joseph Mwongela and the Catholic Diocese of Kitui Secretariat staff. The Catholic Diocese of Kitui, through its Caritas Department, has been in partnership with Brooke East Africa for the past nine years. This collaboration focuses on improving welfare