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Swahili-speaking Community

Swahili-speaking Catholic Community
Jumuiya ya Wakatoliki wa Kiswahili
- The Swahili-speaking Catholic Community at Holy Ghost Catholic Church welcomes all who speak or worship in Kiswahili. We gather for prayer, fellowship, and to celebrate our faith through our language and culture. All are welcome — whether you’re from East Africa, learning Swahili, or just want to worship with us. Karibu sana! Mungu akubariki!
  
  Mass in Swahili
  When: Last Sunday of each month at 2:00 PM
  Where: Church Basement
  Mass is celebrated in Swahili by Fr. Pontian Kiyimba, A.J. and Fr. Joe Maundu. All are welcome to join us for the Eucharist and fellowship after Mass.
Our Celebrants
- Fr. Pontian Kiyimba, A.J.
  
  Fr. Pontian was born in Uganda and is a religious and missionary priest with the Apostles of Jesus. He attended minor seminary in Uganda before joining the Apostles of Jesus Scholasticate in Kenya, an institute affiliated with the Urbaniana University in Rome, for his studies in Philosophy and Theology. He completed his novitiate in Tanzania and was ordained to the priesthood in Uganda on August 6, 2005. After ordination, Fr. Pontian served in Kenya at the minor seminary and at the Apostles of Jesus Generalate. He has been serving in the Diocese of Knoxville since November 1, 2012.
- Fr. Joe Maundu
  
  Fr. Joseph Maundu serves as Associate Pastor at Sts. Teresa of Kolkata and John Paul II Catholic Church. Ordained a priest on February 14, 2025, for the Glenmary Home Missioners, Fr. Joseph finds fulfillment in visiting the elderly and the sick, and engaging with youth. His hobbies include music and playing cornhole. Prior to his priesthood, Fr. Joseph worked as a teacher and choir director. He is committed to fostering a sense of community and inclusivity within the church, ensuring that all feel loved and valued.
Regular Ministry Gatherings
- Legion of Mary - Kikundi cha Kiswahili
  
  Prayer, evangelization, and works of mercy in the spirit of Mary
  
  When: Saturdays, 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM
  Where: JPII Room, Church Basement
  
  The Legion of Mary meets weekly for prayer, spiritual formation, and planning apostolic works. We pray the Rosary in Swahili and support the parish community.
- Swahili Choir
  
  Lifting our voices in Swahili hymns and liturgy
  
  When: Sundays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  Where: Church Basement
  
  Our choir leads music for the monthly Swahili Mass and special celebrations. New voices and instruments are always welcome. No prior choir experience needed — just a heart for worship.
- Get Connected
  
  For more information about the Swahili Catholic Community, Mass, Legion of Mary, or Swahili Choir, please contact our community coordinator:
  Philomene Musabyeyezu
  Email: [email protected]
  Karibuni nyote! Tumsifu Yesu Kristo!
  All are welcome! Praise be Jesus Christ!