Divine Mercy Parish, Pissa, Kontagora Diocese
Divine Mercy Parish, Pissa, operates within the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the Kontagora Diocese and is overseen by missionary priests of the Society of African Missions (SMA Fathers). Established approximately a decade ago, the parish was initiated under the leadership of Fr. Donall O’Cathain, SMA. Situated in a predominantly rural setting, Divine Mercy Parish encompasses a vast territory spanning approximately 2,500 square kilometres within the Borgu Local Government area of Niger state. Comprising 48 mission stations or villages, the parish serves a community primarily composed of recent converts to the Christian faith, amidst a backdrop of large majority Muslim and traditional…
