Catholic Diocese of Goaso has officially inaugurated the St. Francis of Assisi Rectorate at Dadeisoaba with a solemn Eucharistic celebration presided over by the Bishop of Goaso, Most Rev. Peter K. Atuahene. The event, held on Sunday, brought together priests, religious, traditional leaders, parishioners, and invited guests from across the diocese to witness this significant milestone in the faith journey of the local community.
In his homily, the Bishop expressed gratitude to God for the growth of the Church in the Dadeisoaba area and encouraged the faithful to remain steadfast in faith, unity, and service. He emphasized that the creation of the rectorate was a response to the pastoral and spiritual needs of the growing Catholic population in the community and its surrounding stations.
The Bishop officially declared the St. Francis of Assisi community as a rectorate, granting it pastoral autonomy to enhance evangelization and administrative efficiency. He also called on the newly inaugurated rectorate to uphold the spirit of collaboration and service.
Present at the ceremony were members of the Paraclete community, priests from nearby parishes, and representatives of various societies and groups. Also in attendance were the Member of Parliament for Asutifi South, Hon. Collins Dauda, and the Ahafo Regional Minister, Hon.Charity Gardiner, who both commended the Church for its contributions to education, health, and community development in the area.
The joyous celebration was marked by cultural displays, choral music, and expressions of thanksgiving from parishioners who rejoiced over this new chapter in their faith community. St. Francis of Assisi Rectorate was carved out of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Nkaseim, with Mehame, Sienchem, Twabidi I, Akotosu, Manhyia, and Nsumama as its outstations. The inauguration marks a new phase of growth and missionary zeal within the Diocese of Goaso.