By Samuel Aru
The Governor of Upper Nile State, James Odhok Oyai, participated in the Holy Childhood Feast celebrations at St. Joseph Cathedral yesterday. The feast, which honors the child Jesus, is usually held on October 1st but was postponed to October 6th due to scheduling conflicts.
Addressing the faithful, Governor Odhok called on children to actively participate in church activities, stressing that the Church’s teachings pave the way for a brighter future.
“The Church plays a critical role in educating and guiding our children,” Odhok said, urging children to stay away from groups involved in criminal activities, which he identified as a significant threat to society.
Governor Odhok warning against involvement in dangerous groups
He also reflected on his recent two-month visit to Juba, explaining that the trip was focused on securing financial aid to address flood-related challenges in Upper Nile State.
Governor Odhok on his Juba trip and efforts to mitigate floods
Governor Odhok expressed his gratitude to the Catholic Church administration and congratulated the children and congregation on the Holy Childhood Feast.