Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Today, on the Feast of St. Joseph, the Spouse of Mary, the Catholic Church in Machakos celebrated the reception and installation of Rt. Rev. Joseph Maluki Mwongela as the Coadjutor Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Machakos. The Pontifical High Mass was presided over by Archbishop Bert van Megen, the Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya and

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui has officially established a Diocesan Tribunal of the First Instance, following authorization granted by the Apostolic Signatura. The diocesan tribunal of first instance exercises the judicial power of the bishop by judging contentious, penal, and marriage nullity cases, safeguarding due process, issuing canonical sentences, and serving the pastoral good of

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui has joyfully celebrated the ordination of 4 new priests and 13 deacons today, marking a historic moment as it is the first time the diocese has ordained such a large number at once. The colourful ceremony, presided over by Bishop Joseph Mwongela, drew thousands of faithful from across the diocese.

His Lordship Rt. Rev. Joseph Mwongela has assigned the newly ordained to work in different parishes as follows PRIESTS 1. Rev. Fr. Julius Munyoki Ngali – Holy Family Parish, Mutomo 2. Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Mwanzia – St. Patrick’s Parish, Mutune 3. Rev. Fr. Stephen Kivite – St. Joseph’s Seminary; Chaplain, Mwingi Boys and St. Gabriel

A total of 84 catechists have completed their two-week Phase II training at St. Patrick’s Parish, Mutune. The training began on 23rd November 2025 and has concluded this evening, 5th December 2025. This group began their formation with Phase I in August 2025, and the current session has further deepened their understanding of key areas

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