BY RODRICK DESURI
Auki
His Grace Bishop Jacob Aba of the Catholic Diocese of Auki, Malaita Province delivered a strong message to Christians during the celebration of Buma Parish Feast Day on Pentecost Sunday in Malaita Province.
Speaking during the Pentecost mass before delivering his final blessing, Bishop Aba said Christians must renew their faith and become more active in doing God’s work.
He expressed concern that Christian faith and values are becoming weak and losing direction.
“The human body is the temple of the Holy Spirit,” Bishop Aba told parishioners during the service.
He urged church members to avoid laziness and instead dedicate themselves to serving God in their daily lives.
“I hope and believe that Buma Parish, from today onwards, needs to change. We must not be lazy and simply watch, but we must be busy with the work of God in our daily lives,” he said.
Bishop Aba also reminded worshippers of the biblical teaching to “take up your cross and follow me,” encouraging parishioners to begin personal change before expecting transformation within the parish community.
“If Buma Parish needs change, you must first change yourself before taking up your cross and following Him,” he said.
He further encouraged parishioners to live according to the teachings of God, reminding them once again that the human body is the temple of the Holy Spirit.
The bishop also spoke about God’s mercy and forgiveness, saying God continues to open opportunities for people despite their shortcomings.
“God loves us so much that He forgives our sins. I encourage all of us to continue doing God’s work in our parish, communities, families, and personal lives,” he said.
The Pentecost celebration also included the blessing of newly confirmed candidates during the mass.
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