21 March, 2026 was a colorful day at St Patrick , Kaviwale Outstation of St Albert the Great parish as they remembered and celebrated the life of their church patron Saint Patrick.
The day started with the holy mass which was led by the bishop of Mzuzu Diocese Rt. Rev. Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda.
The bishop encouraged the act of remembering and celebrating the lives of patron saints who are offering guidance and inspiration to Catholic churches and individuals.
The bishop also advised the faithful of St Patrick’s Outstation to learn and follow the footsteps of their patron who until his life of faith, dedication in prayers even when he was a slave before becoming a priest, zeal for team work in achieving pastoral work and love for the people are a reminder of the virtues to strive for and the power of devotion in overcoming life’s challenges.
The parish priest of St Albert the Great parish Father Yotam Msumba explained that St Patrick’s Outstation was established in 2015 and it accommodates Catholics of Kaviwale, area 4 and part of the Sonda area.
Father Msumba also described the faithful of Kaviwale Outstation as hardworking and dedicated to their faith and church developments as on their own they are able to contribute generously to the construction of their church.
The patron saint day organizing chairperson, Steven Msukwa expressed gratitude for the bishop’s words of encouragement and blessings, stating that they have been empowered to stand still and endure the life challenges as St Patrick did.
Saint Patrick is originally the patron saint of Ireland and all who are called by this name, he is best known for introducing Christianity to the Irish people. Legend has it that he used the shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity. His feast day, March 17th, has become a global celebration of Irish culture and Christian faith.