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The Catholic Church has expressed its readiness to support its faithful working in security institutions in various aspects, including spiritual life.

This announcement was made during the Holy Mass celebration of the Jubilee Year for security institutions in the Archdiocese of Lilongwe, held at the police headquarters in Area 30.

Archbishop George Tambala of the Archdiocese of Lilongwe emphasized the bishops’ commitment to supporting Catholic faithful in security institutions, especially in their spiritual lives.

“This year’s Jubilee brings hope, and I urge them to show this hope through their ministry. The bishops are also keen to support these faithful in their spiritual and physical needs,” His Grace Tambala stated.

Archbishop Tambala called on security institutions to perform their duties with respect for the law, ensuring protection and maintaining peace as the country prepares for the elections on September 16 this year.

“Around this time of the elections, many people may want to take the law into their own hands, but we are expecting these security institutions to help us remain united as a country. This is the message that you will be hearing from us, the bishops, from time to time. We are facing a divided country, and there are fears that come September, these divisions may not unite us as a country,” he added.

Deputy Inspector General of the Malawi Police Service, Happy Mkandawire, expressed gratitude to Archbishop Tambala for his encouraging words regarding their work.

“I appreciate the words of encouragement from Archbishop Tambala today, urging us as security institutions to remain united. Through this Jubilee Year, let it be the beginning of our continuous connection, allowing us to visit and pray together,” Mkandawire said.

In his remarks, Captain Samson Mkandawire from Kamuzu Barracks, who was the vice-chairperson of the organizing committee, urged security personnel to bring hope to their colleagues and perform their duties with dedication and justice, as it is a calling from God to serve the nation.

The security institutions’ Jubilee is the second Jubilee celebration in the Archdiocese of Lilongwe, under the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.”