Episcopal decree – Erection of St Joseph Chinthebe Parish | Announcements

August 19, 2026 | Social Research and Communications Commission

His Lordship, Bishop Peter Musikuwa, of the Diocese of Chikwawa, in exercise of powers vested in him by the Code of Canon law, has decreed the erection of a new parish.

In accordance with canons 515 and 518, the Bishop made the declaration of the election of St Joseph- Chinthebe parish on 1st August 2026 at St Michael’s Cathedral in Chikwawa.

Below are the documents for the decree both in English and Chichewa.

KULENGEZA ZA KUKHAZIKITSIDWA KWA PARISH YATSOPANO – DIOCESE OF CHIKWAWA Decree of Erection