“I’m proud of you and I love all of you. Be in the right place at the right time and do the right things. To the newly ordained deacons, don’t be too full of yourself and forget about the ministry of humility. We are all servants. Follow the directives of the Diocese and not your personal convictions,” said Bishop Michael Bibi during his annual meeting with seminarians of the Diocese of Buea this Monday, June 30th. He expressed his love for his seminarians and cautioned them to live according to the guidelines of their vocation. The conference, held in the Bishop’s conference room in Small Soppo, aimed to evaluate their time spent in the various formation houses, including Saint Thomas Aquinas Major Seminary in Bambui and St. John Paul II Major Seminary in Bachuo Ntai.
Bishop addresses seminarians
In their report on pastoral, human, intellectual, and spiritual formation, the seminarians began by thanking the Local Ordinary for transportation support, which had previously been a mere dream for them. They noted that their formation has been smooth and enriched by a series of recollections that deepened their commitment.
seminarians of Buea Diocese
The seminarians reassured the Local Ordinary of their ongoing prayers and dedication to their vocation, expressing their love for the Bishop and gratitude for his fatherly guidance.
presentation of reports by seminarians
The meeting was joined by the Vocations Director Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Epie who encouraged the seminarians to remain steadfast in their faith.
Fr. Epie encourages seminarians
The conference will continue with private meetings between the Bishop and each seminarian to discuss pertinent issues regarding their journey as seminarians.
