Over the years man has been attracted to higher forces. There are a number of things that go beyond simple science and human explanations. We have had to bow to the fact that there is a power that controls all things. This is where beliefs and worship of deities come in. As humans; we have made many ways that we deem fit for worship. There are many places that people gather and unit as one to glorify and praise their god as they prefer. Let us examine a few aspects about churches Homa-bay, Kenya and the roles they play in that society.
Just like many other parts of Homa-bay Kenya received missionaries who had come to spread the word. The catholic mission was there to make sure that the people of this place were enlightened. This is one of the dominant denomination in this area. The people gladly continue to follow in ways of the Roman church teachings and practices. The Catholic Church members in this community enjoy their Sunday mass every week in their local church.
At times, the holy mass is conducted by a parish priest. This is not always the case as there are times that one of few chosen parishioners are left in charge when the parish priest cannot make it to the service. This is mainly due to shortage of clergy with large areas to be served. Other than the parish priest, other people are not allowed to administer sacraments to the congregation. Their roles are not the same as those of priests as they are not ordained as priests.
The region has a number of Adventists. The Adventists were converted by the missionaries who also came to spread the word. Though they are fewer than Catholics, there are a number of the seventh day believers. The church could not have gained many followers as the Catholic Church was strongly rooted among the people.
The full gospel church of Kenya is also dominant here. This is a part of churches that broke of from the Roman Catholic practices and changed a few issue that they felt were not done accordingly. This has formed a great part on the influence of society.
The region has seen many more churches being established each rising day. The mainstream church which has been deeply rooted in this society has come through for a society in many ways. There have been initiatives that have helped the society.
The Homa-bay children home is an of the initiative of the full gospel centres here. Established in mid 1960s, it was to help shelter the children who had lost their parents. With the high numbers of people in this area succumbing to HIV, the children home is of great help even today.
Most centres here aim at rebuilding the society through creating a morally upright society. Here the church has been of great influence to the society. Most people here are tied to certain religious sect. Though still struggling; the church has held the society together and even created order and harmony in the community. This is an important role in any human society.
Just like many other parts of Homa-bay Kenya received missionaries who had come to spread the word. The catholic mission was there to make sure that the people of this place were enlightened. This is one of the dominant denomination in this area. The people gladly continue to follow in ways of the Roman church teachings and practices. The Catholic Church members in this community enjoy their Sunday mass every week in their local church.
At times, the holy mass is conducted by a parish priest. This is not always the case as there are times that one of few chosen parishioners are left in charge when the parish priest cannot make it to the service. This is mainly due to shortage of clergy with large areas to be served. Other than the parish priest, other people are not allowed to administer sacraments to the congregation. Their roles are not the same as those of priests as they are not ordained as priests.
The region has a number of Adventists. The Adventists were converted by the missionaries who also came to spread the word. Though they are fewer than Catholics, there are a number of the seventh day believers. The church could not have gained many followers as the Catholic Church was strongly rooted among the people.
The full gospel church of Kenya is also dominant here. This is a part of churches that broke of from the Roman Catholic practices and changed a few issue that they felt were not done accordingly. This has formed a great part on the influence of society.
The region has seen many more churches being established each rising day. The mainstream church which has been deeply rooted in this society has come through for a society in many ways. There have been initiatives that have helped the society.
The Homa-bay children home is an of the initiative of the full gospel centres here. Established in mid 1960s, it was to help shelter the children who had lost their parents. With the high numbers of people in this area succumbing to HIV, the children home is of great help even today.
Most centres here aim at rebuilding the society through creating a morally upright society. Here the church has been of great influence to the society. Most people here are tied to certain religious sect. Though still struggling; the church has held the society together and even created order and harmony in the community. This is an important role in any human society.
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