The Catholic Diocese of Rumbek on Monday has conducted a peace prayer at the state secretariat office.
As Radio Good News reports, the prayer was requested by the newly appointed Governor of Western Lakes State, Matur Chut Dhuol.
Rumbek Diocesan Coordinator Fr John Mathiang Machol explains during the prayer that leadership means being a good servant to people.
He encourages leaders to serve the State and the nation at large in good faith.
May the Lord’s face shine upon the people and blesses the state government, Monsignor Mathiang prays to God.
The prayer was conducted by faithful from different denominations.
Episcopal and Pentecostal Church also carried similar prayers.