Priest warns on declining Bible reading culture
Father Peter Mulomole of Zomba Diocese has decried the dwindling Bible reading culture among Catholics, fearing this may lead to faltering faith among believers.
The priest made the observation recently during his presentation at the plenary assembly of the Biblical Centre for Africa and Madagascar (Bicam) which took place at Kachebere Major Seminary in Mchinji.
A Bible scholar himself, Mulomole said Christians should persistently study the holy book for them to stand steadfast in their faith.
He said many Christians prefer to read newspapers and watch films, a culture he feared may impact negatively on the growth of their faith.
“Africans and Malawians in particular are now lazy to engage themselves in reading the Bible. The reason is that many faithful busy themselves with non-religious books such as newspapers and watching films, leaving aside the holy Bible.
“A Bible is not just like any other book you may know. It is a book that contains the word of God and through the Bible God speaks to us,” said Mulomole.
He challenged church leaders such as priests, brothers and nuns to encourage their faithful to take the Bible as their most important companion in spiritual life.
The Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) hosted the 2013 Bicam plenary, which attracted 75 participants from across Africa and was held under the theme: Letting the Bible Inspire Pastoral Activities.
