06/06/2026
Uniformed Disciplined Services Hold Joint Prayer and Thanksgiving Service in Embu
Uniformed disciplined service officers from the Upper Eastern Conservancy today gathered at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Parish for a Joint Prayer and Thanksgiving Service themed “Be Strong and Steadfast, for the Lord Your God is with You” (Joshua 1:9).
The thanksgiving service brought together officers from the Kenya Forest Service, Kenya Police Service, Administration Police Service, Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Kenya Prisons Service, and Kenya Wildlife Service.
The Holy Mass was led by the main celebrant, Rt. Rev. Peter Kimani Ndung'u, who delivered a sermon titled “The Value of Little Things That Capture the Attention of God.”
In his message, the Bishop emphasized the importance of instilling discipline within families as a foundation for peace, security, and harmony in society. He commended security officers for their unwavering commitment to safeguarding communities and encouraged them to serve wholeheartedly as though serving God.The Bishop further appreciated the sacrifices made by officers in the line of duty and urged them to demonstrate kindness and compassion to all people. He reminded the congregation that God recognizes and rewards dedication, sacrifice, and hard work. The Chief Guest,the county commissioner Embu Mr Morris Wanyonyi, called upon officers to continue discharging their duties with dedication, integrity, and professionalism in service to the nation.
Also present was Dr. Clement Ngoriareng, who thanked the Catholic Church for hosting the noble event and fostering spiritual growth among disciplined services. He underscored the importance of unity, collaboration, and mutual support among the various security agencies in effectively delivering their respective mandates.
Among those in attendance was Madam Jennifer Wachira the Regional Commandant Eastern, alongside other senior officers from the participating agencies. The service was also attended by Bishop Amos Ololdapash, the Chaplain of the Kenya Forest Service, and the entire chaplaincy team, who played a key role in coordinating the event.
The thanksgiving celebration concluded on a joyous note with a communal cake-cutting ceremony, symbolizing unity, gratitude and fellowship among the disciplined services. Following the cake-cutting session, the officers held a brief meeting where they reflected on the significance of the event and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation, teamwork and mutual support in the ex*****on of their respective mandates.