Vicar General Presides Over Closing Mass of First Provincial Rally of Saint Students Guild
The Vicar General of the Diocese of Buea, Mgr. Pascal Siben, on behalf of the Bishop, His Lordship Michael Bibi, on Sunday, August 9, 2026, marking the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, presided over the closing Mass of the first edition of the Provincial Rally of the Saint Students Guild.
The gathering brought together altar servers from across the Ecclesiastical Province of Bamenda for a moment of prayer, fellowship, learning and spiritual renewal.
In his homily, Mgr. Siben lauded the participants for their commitment to the things of the Lord, describing their gathering as an opportunity to commune with one another and learn from their different experiences in serving the Church.
Mgr Pascal Siben during Holy mass.
He reminded the altar servers that their decision to serve at the altar and assist in the celebration of the Holy Mass is not merely a gesture or routine activity, but a significant service to God and the Church.
The Vicar General encouraged the young servers to make good use of the opportunity given to them through their service at the altar. He urged them to learn from the experience, reflect on the values they acquire through their service, and continually ask themselves what they have gained from serving the Lord.
alter servants and the celebrants.
Drawing inspiration from the Gospel of the day, Mgr. Siben challenged the altar servers to remain strong in faith as they confront the various challenges of life. He encouraged them to allow their service at the altar to deepen their relationship with God and strengthen them to face difficulties with courage and perseverance.
