Vatican Halts Seminary Formation in DR Congo Diocese
The Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization has suspended the formation of seminarians in the Diocese of Wamba in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), citing a “difficult ecclesial environment.”
This decision was communicated to the seminarians by Bishop Sosthène Ayikuli Udjuwa, the apostolic administrator of the Congolese episcopal see, on October 7.
a “difficult ecclesial environment,” which it says undermines priestly training.
The Diocese of Wamba has been experiencing a leadership crisis since the appointment of Bishop Emmanuel Ngona Ngotsi as its local ordinary in January 2024.
Author's Summary
Vatican suspends seminary formation in DR Congo diocese due to difficult environment.
- Diocese: Wamba
- Location: Northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo
- Reason: Difficult ecclesial environment