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“CHOOSE GOD, ALL THE TIME”: ARCHBISHOP BANDA’S STIRRING CALL TO THE NEWLY ORDAINED PRIESTS

Archbishop Alick Banda has urged the newly ordained priests to embrace a life of total surrender to Christ in a homily rich with challenge, consolation, and conviction.“We come rejoicing to celebrate the gift that God has given us,” the Archbishop began, framing the priesthood as a sign of God’s enduring love for His people.The ordination…
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Archbishop Banda graces ZCU graduation ceremony

Kalulushi – Amid cheers and pride-filled faces, the Zambia Catholic University (ZCU) held its 14th Graduation Ceremony on a note of reflection, purpose, and unity. The Guest of Honour, Archbishop Alick Banda, delivered an inspiring address to the graduates, urging them to view their education not as a destination, but as a starting point for…
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ARCHBISHOP ALICK BANDA CELEBRATES THE QUIET STRENGTH OF WOMEN IN THE CHURCH

At a spirit-filled Thanksgiving and Honouring Mass for the Catholic Women’s Organisation (CWO) held at the Cathedral of the Child Jesus, Archbishop Alick Banda offered a heartfelt tribute to the steadfast service, faith, and resilience of women in the Church.“My dear Mothers, my dear Sisters in Christ,” he began warmly, “we gather to offer gratitude…
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CMO Health Walk inspires spiritual renewal: Archbishop Banda challenges Men to ‘Reset’

Catholic men from across the Archdiocese of Lusaka came together for more than just physical fitness as they embarked on a wilderness walk and spiritual reflection at the Kasisi Agricultural Institute.The event, hosted by the Catholic Men’s Organisation (CMO), was themed around health, wellness, and spiritual revival. After their energising walk, the men gathered to…
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“Leadership is Stewardship, Not Ownership”

“Leadership is Stewardship, Not Ownership”— Archbishop Alick Banda pays moving tribute to late President Edgar Chagwa LunguIn a stirring homily delivered at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Johannesburg, Archbishop Alick Banda paid heartfelt tribute to the late 6th Republican President, Dr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu, describing him as a humble and sacrificial leader.“We gather…
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A Shepherd’s Touch: Archbishop Banda Brings Hope to Katondwe Hospital

In a moment that stirred hearts and brought comfort to the sick, Archbishop Alick Banda on Sunday made a compassionate stop at Katondwe Mission Hospital during his pastoral visitation to Holy Spirit Parish. The visit came just two days after a tragic road accident at Luangwa Bridge market, which claimed lives and left several others…
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A Very Beautiful piece of history by Rev. Fr. Frank Taruwona SJ.

A PILGRIM OF HOPE: HONOURING CARDINAL KOZŁOWIECKI, THE FIRST ARCHBISHOP OF LUSAKA.Exactly 80 years ago, on 29 April 1945, Cardinal Adam Kozłowiecki was liberated from the Dachau concentration camp by the 7th American Army. That day did not simply mark the end of his captivity; it ignited a future of purpose, unveiling a man shaped…
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Mass for the repose of the soul of the Holy Father, Pope Francis at the Cathedral of the Child Jesus, Pope Square

Pope Francis: A Servant of Compassion and ConvictionOn the poignant First Friday after Easter, the Cathedral of the Child Jesus at Pope Square stood solemn in mourning, yet radiant with remembrance.The Apostolic Nuncio to Zambia and Malawi, His Excellency Gian Luca Perici, together with the Archbishop of Lusaka, Most Rev. Dr. Alick Banda, led the…
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2025 CHRISM Mass with His Grace Most Rev. Dr. Alick Banda

“Anointed and Sent”…Archbishop Banda’s Call to Renewed Mission at Chrism MassArchbishop of Lusaka, Most Rev. Dr. Alick Banda, called on priests, deacons, consecrated men and women, and lay people to embrace their shared anointing with renewed zeal and responsibility.“We gather together in a special way to celebrate Chrism Mass, in which we bless the holy…
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2025 Lenten Message

March 5, 2025 “Hope for a better tomorrow “(Rom. 5: 3 – 4)   Greetings of peace and hope in our Lord Jesus Christ!  Once again, we are blessed with the Season of Lent – a time of prayer, a moment of renewal and a time of conversion.  During these days, let us remember the Holy…
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