National
Holiday
Today, December 1st it’s
the National Holiday: 59 years ago, this part of the French colony of French
Equatorial Africa the Central Africa Republic was proclaimed. Two years later,
in 1960, there will finally be Independence.
Among the "Founding
Fathers" of Central Africa Republic, there is also a priest. Indeed, the
first Central African priest, the Reverend Barthélémy Boganda. Although he died
in those years (not being able to see the realization of the dream that had
contributed enormously), many things remained, due to his intelligence and his
vision. Among others, the motto of the Republic: "UNITE - DIGNITE - TRAVAIL" (Unity, Dignity, Job).
Preceded by a long preparation
(especially for the "defilé" - the parade -), the party of December 1st
is one of the most heartfelt. The day before we were able to distribute the new
school uniforms to the refugee children. In the afternoon, in the presence of
some Authorities and a large number of people, we celebrated Mass to entrust the
Nation to God, asking the gift of peace.
Today, Friday, December 1st,
there was the great parade, attended by all the schools, Associations and
various Groups.
A nice moment of celebration, so much
needed!
 |
| Gauthier |
 |
| les majorettes |
No comments:
Post a Comment