The Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Yei says most times Christmas is taken as a feast of material gains rather than spiritual renewal.
Erkolano Lodu Tombe hopes that the carol’s celebrations be a manifestation of spiritual preparation to show the spirit of Christmas, Radio Easter reports.
Bishop Erkolano encourages citizens to have spiritual Christmas first and material celebration later.
The Bishop wishes South Sudanese a happy Christmas and prosperous New Year 2020.
The Catholic prelate expects the government to provide maximum security in the state for peacefully celebrations.
Bishop Lodu spoke on Friday at the state secretariat during Christmas Carol celebration in Yei.