**While the world is busy with various news, an important decision is taking shape behind the ecclesiastical scenes of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Indeed, the city of Budjala, located in the ecclesiastical province of Mbandaka, sees the imminent arrival of two key religious figures, appointed special delegates of the Holy See. This appointment, orchestrated by the Dicastery for the Evangelization of Peoples, aims to support the local bishop, Monsignor Philibert Tembo CICM, in the management and administration of the diocese.**
**Reverend Father Jean-Baptiste Magbia, of the local clergy of Budjala, will be charged with a crucial role as delegate of the Holy See for the clergy, consecrated persons and seminarians. His mission will include not only the assignment of priests, but also the handling of criminal cases and appointments to various positions under the authority of the diocesan bishop.**
**At the same time, Reverend Father Alphonse Mbuyi CICM, belonging to the Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Scheutist Fathers, will take on the role of delegate of the Holy See for economic, administrative matters and the management of projects within the diocese. Together, these two delegates will have ordinary and exclusive power, acting in harmony with the episcopal authority of Monsignor Philibert Tembo CICM.**
**This official announcement, emanating from the Apostolic Nunciature in the DRC, underlines the importance of these appointments which will come into effect on December 1, 2024. It should be noted that these changes will also include the publication of the decision on October 27, 2024, thus marking the beginning of a new era for the Diocese of Budjala. The continuity of religious services and pastoral projects will be ensured through the joint action of these delegates appointed by the Holy See.**
**In a message of support and prayers addressed to Monsignor Fulgence Muteba, President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) and Archbishop of Lubumbashi, the Apostolic Nuncio Mgr Mitja Leskovar expresses his solidarity and hope that peace and reconciliation may prevail in the diocese of Budjala. This ecclesiastical realignment thus becomes a ray of hope for a community in search of stability and spiritual guidance.**
**In conclusion, these appointments reflect the ongoing commitment of the Catholic Church to its faithful and demonstrate the willingness of the Holy See to accompany the dioceses in their pastoral missions. The diocese of Budjala, supported by its new delegates, is preparing to inaugurate a new page in its history, marked by benevolence and dedication to the service of the Christian community.**