Christians of Our Lady of Assumption Parish in Torit celebrated the feast of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven.
In his homily, Torit Apostolic Administrator Monsignor Thomas Oliha said God chose Mary in a unique way to be the mother of God and that she is now in the glorious Kingdom of God, Emmanuel Radio reported.
He described the Blessed Virgin Mary as a young ordinary lady born of ordinary parents.
Monsignor Oliha advised the congregation to emulate Mary, who believed and fulfilled the will of God perfectly, calling on the faithful to unite as brothers and sisters of Jesus Christ.
The Apostolic Administrator made the remarks on Sunday during the feast of Our Lady of Assumption in Torit town.