Thank you for your Prayers and Support,the Late Fr. Anthony Gaka was Laid Peacefully to Rest in Tombura
Thank you for your Prayers and Support, the Late Fr. Anthony Gaka was Laid Peacefully to Rest in Tombura
Fr. Anthony Gaka died in Nzara on February 25th, 2023 aged 78. And was laid to rest at Mary Help of Christian Cemetery in Tombura, on February 27th, 2023.
Convoy taking the body from Nzara to Tombura
Fr. Gaka’s death leaves a void in the lives of many people across Western Equatoria State and the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio.
Fellow priests, parishioners, and friends all felt the loss of a man whose deep concern and empathy for others were matched only by his love for the Church.
Priests in procession
Fr Anthony was surrounded by his family and friends, and at the time of his death, was held constantly in the prayers of the people of CDTY who became aware of his failing health.
In the earlier publication done by Rurugene Online Newsletter, Fr. Anthony was described to be that shepherd, in his words, a priest who brought those who felt like strangers from the Church back to her.
Priest during requem Mass
His ministry was founded on the knowledge that God is always happy to be with us, even though we sometimes disappoint him.
Reflecting on his ordained life, it is clear that he was what he set out to be and that is, a priest of the people, who visibly enjoyed being a part of every parish family he served.
Bishop appealed to the faithful during the send-on Holy Mass, “let us keep Fr. Gaka alive in us through good works.
He further, asked the people of Tombura to be united beyond their ethnic community in respect for Fr Gaka.
He finally thanked Father Gaka's family, his home parish of Maringindo, the clergies, religious, faithful, CDTY staff, and all the people who have tremendously supported them during Fr. Gaka's untimely death.
God bless you!
