Training for Women Catechists in Burundi

The Anglican Diocese of Buye, Burundi has held two 3 week training sessions for 30 women catechists in January and July 2024. The women catechists were chosen from the six Archdeaconries from the Diocese. They came to be empowered so that they may serve effectively in their congregations because a priest cannot be everywhere at the same time.

Catechists are playing an important role in the Diocese and this training at Bishop Barham Theological College meant they were trained in Old Testament, New Testament, Prayer Book, Liturgy, Homiletics and Church doctrine.

This training has had a great impact on the attendees and the church. All have said it has significantly helped their leading, preaching, understanding and discipleship.