Fatshimetrie
The debate is stirring in the Democratic Republic of Congo regarding the revision of the constitution, giving rise to diverse and sometimes unexpected positions. Among the voices that have been heard, that of the Church of the Children of God on Earth, led by Pastor Célestin Mufike, has attracted attention by expressing its conditional support for a possible constitutional reform.
In a public statement, Pastor Mufike stressed the importance of the revision of the constitution to bring about necessary improvements in the country, particularly on the political, social and economic levels. However, one fundamental condition is set by the church: the end of the system of parking in front of the flag during official ceremonies.
This requirement stems from a deep conviction of Pastor Mufike and his faithful regarding the absolute respect for human dignity. According to him, the practice of parking in front of the flag, observed during certain ceremonies, is perceived as a form of public humiliation that goes against the Christian values and mutual respect advocated by the church.
The pastor insisted on the fact that this practice is widely contested by many Congolese, regardless of their religious or political affiliation. He stressed that this ritual perceived as degrading should not be a condition for expressing support for the revision of the constitution.
“We say YES to the revision of the constitution, but it is imperative that the head of state puts an end to this practice of parking in front of the flag. This does not correspond to the fundamental principles of human dignity in which we firmly believe,” said Pastor Célestin Mufike.
This courageous position taken by the Church of the Children of God on Earth reveals a firm desire to reconcile support for constitutional reform and unconditional respect for the dignity of each individual. She calls for a rethinking of official protocols and rituals so that they are in line with the essential values of a democratic and human-friendly society.
Finally, Pastor Mufike invited all political and social actors to consider this requirement as an essential prerequisite for any revision of the constitution. Because, according to him, a nation can only be truly prosperous and stable if it is based on the respect and dignity of each of its citizens.