Seventy-three young Catholics received the Sacrament of Confirmation at Holy Cross Parish in Brufut on Sunday. Bishop Dr. Gabriel Mendy of the Diocese of Banjul presided over the ceremony on July 20. Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Victor Ndekku organized the local preparations with assistance from guest priest Rev. Fr. Kelvin Ugwu. The event marked one of the largest confirmation ceremonies at the parish in recent years. Families and community members gathered to witness this spiritual milestone.
Bishop Mendy delivered a homily emphasizing the importance of living as mature Christians. He called the sacrament a commitment to reflect Christ through daily actions and service to others. The bishop described the confirmands as commissioned soldiers for Christ who must stand for truth and justice. Confirmation strengthens baptismal grace through the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The ceremony concluded with Bishop Mendy blessing the congregation and confirmands.
Bishop Mendy delivered a homily emphasizing the importance of living as mature Christians. He called the sacrament a commitment to reflect Christ through daily actions and service to others. The bishop described the confirmands as commissioned soldiers for Christ who must stand for truth and justice. Confirmation strengthens baptismal grace through the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The ceremony concluded with Bishop Mendy blessing the congregation and confirmands.
