Faith Leaders Urged to Guide South Sudan
Standing before Stone International Church in Juba, Senior Presidential Advisor Adut Salva Kiir asked pastors to confront, in her words, “demonic powers” weakening South Sudan’s cohesion.
She argued that clergy once dominated moral debate and should again shape the nation’s conscience during flooding, conflict and political fatigue.
Spiritual Framing of Political Strains
Linking multiple crises to a spiritual battle, Adut warned that material policy alone cannot overcome deepening mistrust.
“We are dealing with strife, floods, war and divisive politics,” she said, insisting that sustained prayer can “lead us out.”
Call for Unity Beyond Pulpits
The advisor urged sermons on peace, forgiveness and national identity instead of partisan jabs that, she suggested, sap public trust.
Observers note that churches have mediated local cease-fires before; her appeal therefore echoes an established reconciliation tradition.
Orphanage Visit Signals Social Commitment
Government officials accompanied Adut as she toured the church-run orphanage sheltering orphans and street children.
The delegation praised caregivers for offering food, schooling and counseling, underscoring the administration’s emphasis on grassroots welfare.
By blending social outreach with a spiritual call, the presidency signals that reconciliation will straddle both policy and pulpit.