President, Dr Lazarus Chakwera has said is ready to receive regular counsel from Bishops of the Catholic Church saying it is the only council chosen and speaks the word of God.

Speaking at Zomba Catholic Secondary School in Zomba during the consecration of Rev. Bishop, Alfred Chaima as Bishop of the Diocese of Zomba, he said he considers advices from Catholic Bishop helpful as they speak the truth and full of love for the country.

Chakwera said from the time he ascended to the seat of the presidency, he had convened six meetings with Bishops and each time, he has found their thoughts helpful.

“As President of the country, I must say I have benefited a lot from the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM). They always speak about things that affect Malawians and I believe that their advices come from God,” the President noted.

He described this Council of Bishops as people of high integrity, maturity and always fights for the right values.
Chakwera viewed the consecration of Bishop Chaima a divine favour of the Catholic Church.

The Presiden,t who wished the new Bishop successful discharge of his duties has since promised to continue supporting churches in the country including the Catholic Church as they are partners in developing the country.

Arch Bishop, George Tambala of the Arch Diocese of Lilongwe said God has a reason for everything and choosing Bishop Chaima is one such testimony.

He advised the church faithfuls in the diocese to support the new Bishop so that he could discharge his duties successfully.