Zambia Association of Sisterhoods Celebrates Feast of Consecrated Life Amid Jubilee Year of Hope
By Sr. Abigail Mwaka and Sr. Stella Nyirongo, Monze Diocese
The Zambia Association of Sisterhoods (ZAS) in Monze Diocese celebrated the 2025 Feast of Consecrated Life with great enthusiasm and style. This feast, which falls annually on February 2nd, coincides with the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple.
This year’s celebration was particularly significant as it coincided with the Jubilee Year of Hope.
During the Holy Mass, Bishop Raphael Mweempwa encouraged the Sisters to embrace hope by living harmoniously and fostering strong relationships within their communities.
He further urged them to carry the message of hope wherever they go, serving as a light in their mission.
Bishop Mweempwa also expressed deep gratitude for the contributions of consecrated men and women in the diocese, recognizing their work as a profound sign of hope.
He highlighted that the presence of all who joined the celebration reflected the shared call to holiness.
This joyous occasion served as a reminder of the unity and purpose that consecrated life brings to the Church and the world.
