OUR HISTORY
ABOUT US
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF NYAHURURU
The Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu (CDN) was constituted by the Holy Father, His Holiness John Paul II on 5th December 2002 from the Archdiocese of Nyeri. The Diocese is a corporate body created under the perpetual successor of the law of Kenya, and created by the Roman Catholic Church in accordance with the Canon 372#1 whose main objective is to exercise Pastoral Office of Christ to evangelize to the people in the jurisdiction within specific boundaries. The authority of the Catholic diocese of Nyahururu (CDN) is vested on the Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu (CDN) who holds the ordinary powers (canon 375#2 and canon 381)
The Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu (CDN) was constituted by the Holy Father, His Holiness John Paul II on 5th December 2002 from the Archdiocese of Nyeri. The Diocese is a corporate body created under the perpetual successor of the law of Kenya, and created by the Roman Catholic Church in accordance with the Canon 372#1 whose main objective is to exercise Pastoral Office of Christ to evangelize to the people in the jurisdiction within specific boundaries. The authority of the Catholic diocese of Nyahururu (CDN) is vested on the Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu (CDN) who holds the ordinary powers (canon 375#2 and canon 381)
OUR FOCUS
MAIN OBJECTIVES
Transforming livelihoods of people living in the jurisdiction of the Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu; working with people of all faiths, beliefs or cultural practices without discrimination
OUR MISSION
To facilitate the formation of communities that are strong in faith and that practice the Gospel by caring for one another and enhance each other’s livelihoods for the benefit of all
OUR VISION
A Diocese that lives true to the call of the Gospel and engages all its people in the service of their brothers and sisters thus making formidable steps towards sustainable human development
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
CORE VALUES
Our core values shape our identity and drive our commitment to excellence. They define how we work, inspire innovation, and ensure we make a meaningful impact every day
- Faith in the Gospel of Jesus Christ
- Promotion of Justice and equality for all people
- Promotion of the Dignity and sanctity of human life
- Work as a means of evangelization of the people
- Accountability and Transparency in service delivery
MOTTO : Service in Faith
GOVERNING COUNCIL
BOARD MEMBERS
Names of the Board Members as in the photo
- Rt. Rev. Bishop Joseph Mbatia-At the Middle
- Mrs. Ann Wachira-Bishop’s far right
- Mr. Bernard Macharia-Bishop’s second right
- Rev. Fr. Samuel Mwaniki-Bishop’s right
- Rev. Fr. Paul Ndungu-Bishop’s left
- Mr. Samuel Murage-Bishop’s second left
- Ms. Veronica Mwangi-Bishop’s far left