In a context marked by a time of upheaval and multiple challenges, the call for unity launched by the Church of Christ in Congo (ECC) is of crucial importance. The current situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with its share of social and political ills, raises the urgent need to fight against scourges such as tribalism, nepotism, selfishness, lies and many others.
The pastoral letter of the national president of the ECC for the festivities of Christmas 2024 and New Year 2025 sets out a profound call for love of neighbor, patriotic solidarity and the quest for consensus to face the challenges to come. Pastor André-Gédéon Bokundoa, in a prophetic and pastoral spirit, underlines the decisive nature of the moment that the DRC is experiencing, calling for the construction of peace, living together and national reconciliation.
It is undeniable that the road to peace and prosperity for all Congolese is fraught with pitfalls. Political tensions, ethnic rivalries and personal interests exacerbate the fragility of Congolese society. This is why finding peaceful consensus and promoting dialogue remain imperatives for building a common and peaceful future.
Pastor Bokundoa’s vision for a DRC where peace, justice and solidarity reign is a poignant call to the responsibility of each citizen. He invites us to overcome divisions and work together to build a country where everyone can find their place, where cultural and ethnic differences are valued and celebrated, and where social justice is a reality for all.
In this new year 2025, it is time for action and commitment for a better Congo. It is by joining forces, overcoming our differences and putting the well-being of all at the center that we can build a brighter future for our dear country. Peace and living together are not empty words, but essential foundations for building a strong, prosperous and just nation for all its inhabitants.
In conclusion, the vision carried by the ECC and its call for unity and solidarity are crucial beacons to guide the Congolese nation towards a brighter future. May this call resonate in each of us, may our actions be guided by the search for the common good, peace and prosperity for all. It is together, in union and fraternity, that we will be able to build a Congo where peace, justice and love of neighbor reign.