“As social communicators, you must bear witness to undiluted truth, with courage and integrity, guided by objectivity and facts.” This message was reiterated by the Chief Shepherd of the Diocese of Buea, Bishop Michael Bibi, on the occasion of the commemoration of the 60th World Day of Social Communications, which took place on June 7, within the context of a pastoral visit to St. Pius X Mission Station, Bota, and the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.
The prelate reiterated that social communicators should be guided by the Gospel in the dissemination of information, especially at a time when fake news has become the order of the day. He urged them to use their vocation in the service of truth, justice, peacebuilding, and the common good.
Reflecting on the Eucharist, Bishop Bibi, quoting the Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1327, emphasized that at consecration the bread and wine truly become the Body and Blood of Christ. He said Christ is present fully, really, and substantially — not symbolically. Through this sacred mystery, the faithful receive a foretaste of the heavenly banquet. Because of this, he urged Christians to approach Holy Communion with reverence and spiritual preparation, free from sin, to receive its full grace.
Director of communication, Mdm Fomucha Mirabelle,
Addressing the faithful, the Director of Communications for the Diocese of Buea, Mme. Fomucha Mirabelle, drawing inspiration from the theme of the day, “Preserving Human Voices and Faces,” noted that every voice deserves to be heard and that behind every post and account lies an image beautifully created in God’s image. She challenged communicators to use their platforms to build rather than destroy, and to serve humanity better.
Highlights of the event featured the administration of the Sacrament of Confirmation to 44 Christians, officially sending them forth as soldiers of Christ and witnesses of the faith they profess.
Bishop Bibi abd newly confirmed
