Bamenda, St Charles Luwanga Catholic Church Up - Station In Cameroon: History,Facts, & Services

is a Roman Catholic Church in the Bamenda, Cameroon area of the Diocese of Bamenda.The church is named after Saint Charles Luwanga, a Ugandan martyr.St Charles Luwanga was martyred in Uganda due to his refusal to renounce the Catholic faith and accept the Kingโ€™s demand of atheism. History The church was established in 1936 and had its first bishop in 1942 who was known as Most Rev. Dr. A.T. Tansi. Facts -It is the first African Church to be elevated to the status of a parish. -The Church serves a large population in the area, mainly the Bamenda Tikar, who for many years were denied any form of religious recognition by the colonial authorities. -It is one of the most popular and largest churches in the region. Services -Holy Masses -Baptisms, Confirmation, and First Communion -Marriage preparations -Care of the sick and dying -Catechism classes for adults and children -Diocesan and parish activities

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  1. City:

    Cameroon

  2. state:

    Bamenda, Cameroon

  3. country:

    Cameroon

  4. country code:

    CM

  5. postcode:

    237

Location:

Bamenda, Cameroon Cameroon

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