Juba Meeting Highlights Faith and Public Leadership
Rev. Dr. Lucy Natasha, Founder and President of Empowerment Christian Church (ECC), and Prophet Jean Paul paid a courtesy call on Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony in Juba. Their engagement took place during a week-long spiritual mission in South Sudan, according to a correspondent report.
Governor Adil Backs Church Partnership for Unity
Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony received the two clerics and said his administration remains committed to working with the church in serving humanity, spreading the Gospel, and promoting unity among communities. He framed the partnership as part of broader efforts to strengthen social cohesion in challenging times.
Psychological and Spiritual Support in a Difficult Context
Governor Adil emphasised the value of psychological and spiritual support for citizens as the country continues to grapple with the effects of conflict and ongoing economic challenges. He argued that faith-based institutions can help communities address trauma and rebuild trust, particularly where livelihoods and stability have been strained.
Lucy Natasha: Mission Focused on Peace and Reconciliation
Rev. Dr. Lucy Natasha thanked state authorities for what she described as a warm reception for her and Prophet Jean Paul. She said their mission in South Sudan is centred on messages of peace, healing, reconciliation, and unity, aligning spiritual outreach with community-level harmony.
Prayers Reinforce Calls for Peace and National Unity
The meeting ended with prayers for lasting peace in South Sudan. It also closed on a reaffirmed commitment by the state government to work closely with religious leaders in disseminating messages of peace, harmony, and national unity, reflecting a shared emphasis on solidarity across communities.