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We, the Diocese of Gweru oftheCatholic Church of Zimbabwe, work to bring alive the Kingdom of God to all.
Guided by the Gospel of Christ, we work to bring alive the Kingdom of God in our communities through faith, service, education, and pastoral care. Together, we journey in hope, love, and unity as the People of God.
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Catholic Faithful Served
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The Diocese of Gweru shepherds hundreds of thousands of faithful across Zimbabwe’s Midlands Province.
Parishes and Missions
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From St. Theresa Cathedral to rural missions like Hama and Serima, the Diocese brings the Gospel to every corner.
Deaneries Established
As of September 2025, Bishop Nyandoro announced the increase of deaneries from four to eight, strengthening pastoral outreach effective January 2026
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Established in 1955, the Diocese of Gweru has faithfully served the people of God for over six decades.
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Divine Adoration — Heartfelt Worship in Christ
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29TH 2026.
THIRTIETH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II.
THIRTIETH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II.
FIRST READING
Take the whole armour of God, that you may be able, having done all, to stand.
A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Ephesians (EPHESIANS 6: 10 – 20)
Take the whole armour of God, that you may be able, having done all, to stand.
A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Ephesians (EPHESIANS 6: 10 – 20)
Finally, brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we are not contending against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
Stand therefore, having fastened the belt of truth around your waist, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the equipment of the gospel of peace; above all taking the shield of faith, with which you can quench all the flaming darts of the Evil One. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Pray at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that utterance may be given me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains; that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.
The Word of the Lord.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
Taken from Psalm 144: 1, 2, 9 – 10
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
Taken from Psalm 144: 1, 2, 9 – 10
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
Blest be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for battle, who prepares my fingers for war.
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
He is my merciful love, my fortress; he is my stronghold, my saviour, my shield in whom I take refuge. He brings peoples under my rule.
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
To you, O God, will I sing a new song; I will play on the ten-stringed harp to you who give kings their victory, who set David your servant free from the evil sword.
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
R/. Blest be the Lord, my rock.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Luke 19: 38; 2: 14
Alleluia, alleluia. Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord; peace on earth, and glory in the highest. Alleluia.
Luke 19: 38; 2: 14
Alleluia, alleluia. Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord; peace on earth, and glory in the highest. Alleluia.
GOSPEL
It cannot be that a prophet should perish away from Jerusalem.
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke (LUKE 13: 31 – 35)
It cannot be that a prophet should perish away from Jerusalem.
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke (LUKE 13: 31 – 35)
On that day some Pharisees came, and said to Jesus, “Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you.”
And he said to them, “Go and tell that fox, ‘Behold, I cast out demons and perform cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I finish my course. Nevertheless I must go on my way today and tomorrow and the day following; for it cannot be that a prophet should perish away from Jerusalem.’
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, killing the prophets and stoning those who are sent to you! How often would I have gathered your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and you would not! Behold, your house is forsaken. And I tell you, you will not see me until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!'”
The Gospel of the Lord.
Love, Light, Grace
A Spiritual Home ForPeopleOfGodin the Diocese of Gweru
Rooted in the Gospel of Christ, the Diocese of Gweru exists to bring alive the Kingdom of God in central Zimbabwe. Through prayer, sacraments, catechesis, and service, we walk with the faithful in every stage of life, from baptism to marriage, from education to health, from mission outreach to daily witness.
We are a family of FOUR deaneries and more than sixty parishes, united in faith and dedicated to spreading God’s love, nurturing hope, and living in the light of His grace.
To proclaim the Gospel of Christ in truth and service, building strong parishes and deaneries, fostering unity through guilds and associations, and offering guidance under the Bishop and the Diocesan Curia.
A Diocese that is a spiritual home of love, light, and grace rooted in the Sacraments, enriched by our guilds and associations, strengthened by collaboration in the Diocesan Pastoral Council, and alive in worship through our missions, deaneries, and parishes.
Faithfulness to Christ – “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.” (Mt 16:24)
Service in the Spirit – Through our guilds and associations such as St. Joseph’s, St. Anne’s, Hosi Yedenga, Moyo Musande, Couples, Monica, Simon Peter, Maria, and the Youth.
Collaboration and Synodality – The Curia, Pastoral Council, and all deaneries walking together in humility and mission.
Witness to the Gospel – Parish life, evangelization, and catechesis across Gweru, Mkoba, Kwekwe, Zhombe, Mvuma, Churumhanzu, Zvishavane, and Shurugwi deaneries.
Stewardship and Accountability – As emphasized by the Financial Administrator and diocesan structures ensuring transparency and sustainability.
Community and Unity – A Church family where every baptized life matters, and where the Eucharist and Sacraments build us into one Body of Christ.
- Eight Deaneries – Gweru, Mkoba, Kwekwe, Zhombe, Mvuma, Chirumanzu, Zvishavane, and Shurugwi uniting the faithful in worship and mission.
- Vibrant Guilds and Associations – Missionary Childhood, St. Joseph’s, St. Anne’s, Hosi Yedenga, Moyo Musande, Couples for Christ, Monica, Simon Peter, Maria, and the Youth, nurturing spirituality and service.
- Sacramental Life – Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony celebrated as the heart of our Christian community.
- Education and Mission – Schools, catechetical programs, and religious congregations strengthening faith formation.
Rooted in Faith,
Serving with love
- The catholic diocese of Gweru
Rooted in Faith,
Serving with love
- The catholic diocese of Gweru
Hope Restored
Meet our curia
Prayer is the heartbeat of the Diocese of Gweru. From the Cathedral of St. Theresa to the smallest mission outstation, the faithful gather daily for the Eucharist, the Rosary, novenas, and personal devotion.
Right Rev. Rudolf Nyandoro
Bishop of Gweru Diocese
Right Rev. Rudolf Nyandoro
Bishop of Gweru Diocese
Very Rev. Fr. Simon Mavhiya
Vicar General
Very Rev. Fr. Simon Mavhiya
Vicar General
Rev. Fr. Gilbert Chibira
Chancellor
Rev. Fr. Gilbert Chibira
Chancellor
Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Tinago Mutusva
Secretary to the Bishop
Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Tinago Mutusva
Secretary to the Bishop
Rev. Fr. Aaron Mpofu
Financial Administrator
Rev. Fr. Aaron Mpofu
Financial Administrator
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