As condolences continue pouring following the death of the late Roman Catholic Church's Pope Francis, prominent indigenous apostolic churches have described his passing on as a great loss to the entirety of christian and religious communities.
Speaking upon his arrival from a weeklong spiritual fellowship visit from Tanzania, Johane Masowe eChishanu Jerusarem leader, Madzibaba Biggie Musanzika (also known as Prophet Jonah) described Pope Francis as a true advocate representing his catholic constituency with distinction.
"We are saddened by the passing on of the Roman Catholic supreme leader, Pope Francis. His passing on has not only affected the Vatican, but the entirety of the religious community worldwide," Musanzika said.
"The entirety of the clergymen join the world in deep sorrow, mourning the passing on and promotion for Bishop of Rome, Pope Francis on Easter Monday.
“As clergymen from Africa, we also take this moment to celebrate his exemplary true discipleship, creation of a just society and advocacy to religious and moral uprightness.”
Musanzika added: "The late Pope Francis' quest for religious tolerance and co-existence has enabled other forms of religions to thrive in the world of multiple beliefs and diverse ethics.”
"The late Pope will surely be remembered for his advocacy for migrants, critiquing economic inequality, and calling for social justice and church reforms.”
Meanwhile, Musanzika was well received at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport by hundreds of congregants, including the church's top leadership who also expressed gratitude over President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the Second Republic's tireless efforts to ensure freedom of worship among regional church communities throughout Africa.
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