Bishop Zuza’s Funeral

Yesterday (Monday 19 January) we attended Bishop Zuza’s funeral.  He was the bishop of Mzuzu Diocese for 9 and a half years.  We were fortunate to have known him.  Every time we visited Malawi, we were always welcomed at his home.  He came to Scotland as a member of the group from St. Peter’s Seminary, Rumphi visiting their partners at St. Benedict’s Secondary in Linwood.

There were many, many people in attendance at the funeral.  The rain poured down very heavily for most of the morning turning part of the grounds into a mud bath.  Fortunately, we were given a seat under cover to the side of the altar, just behind the priests.  Others were not so fortunate, they were standing under umbrellas for the full Mass, lasting around 4 hours.  There were many fitting tributes to Bishop Zuzu from all over Africa and around the world.  He will always be remembered as kind, smiling Bishop with a big laugh and a great heart.  He spoke out for justice for all people.