[PHOTOS] Rev Lelei ordained Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Diocese

The ordination was conducted at Mother of Apostles Seminary in Eldoret town.

In Summary
  • The Ordination was presided over by Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya Archbishop Hurbetus Van Megen.
  • Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua delivered a congratulatory message from President William Ruto and the entire government.
by PERPETUA ETYANG
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25 May 2024 - 20:01
Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya Archbishop Hurbetus Van Megen presides over the ordination of Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret, Rt. Rev John Kiplimo Lelei at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya Archbishop Hurbetus Van Megen presides over the ordination of Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret, Rt. Rev John Kiplimo Lelei at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Saturday joined leaders and the clergy in celebrating the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese.

The Ordination was presided over by Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya Archbishop Hurbetus Van Megen.

Clergy during the Holy Mass of the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Clergy during the Holy Mass of the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS

The event was held at the Mother of Apostles Seminary in Eldoret town.

"On behalf of our President H.E William Ruto and the entire government, it is hearty congratulations to the Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret, Rt Rev John Kiplimo Lelei on your Episcopal Ordination," Gachagua said.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua congratulates Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei oradined as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua congratulates Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei oradined as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS

Those accompanying the Deputy President included Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui.

Others were Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang, Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii Koti Moja, Nandi Governor Stephen Sang and Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich among other leaders.

Clergy during the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Clergy during the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS
Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya Archbishop Hurbetus Van Megen presides over the ordination of Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret, Rt. Rev John Kiplimo Lelei at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Apostolic Nuncio to Kenya Archbishop Hurbetus Van Megen presides over the ordination of Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret, Rt. Rev John Kiplimo Lelei at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS
Clergy during the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Clergy during the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS
Clergy during the Holy Mass of the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Clergy during the Holy Mass of the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS
Clergy during the Holy Mass of the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Clergy during the Holy Mass of the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS
Congregants during the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Congregants during the episcopal ordination of Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua greets Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei oradined as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua greets Rt Reverend John Kiplimo Lelei oradined as Auxiliary Bishop of Eldoret Catholic Diocese at the Mother of Apostles Seminary Grounds in Eldoret, May 25, 2024.
Image: DPCS

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