Jean-Crispin Kimbeni Ki Kanda

Jean-Crispin Kimbeni Ki Kanda (22 October 1969) is a Congolese prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as the bishop of the Diocese of Kisantu.

Quotes

• It is true that Kinshasa is my diocese of incardination, but I had to readjust after my curial past in Rome, for 18 good years. It was still not easy, but overall I got quickly readjusted. My move to the diocese of Kisantu is a surprise for me and it fills me with joy. I always try to consider the will of God and not my own. I am grateful to the Lord for his presence in my life. I am also grateful to the Holy Father, Pope Francis, for his interest in the particular church of Kisantu and his confidence in me. I am confident that the new mission, albeit with many challenges, will go well with the help of the Lord and the commitment of the faithful of Kisantu.
  • Bishop Kimbeni, newly elected in Kisantu: "The population is united and close to the Holy Father" (18 June 2022) Fides News Agency

• The political context further increases the difficulties of the Congolese population: the occupation of Congo by neighboring countries, mainly Rwanda and Uganda, does not help the country to organize itself politically. "The international community continues to turn a blind eye to the situation in Congo, we risk witnessing an implosion of all of Central Africa. The Congolese fear being abandoned by everyone and want to defend themselves, thus developing an aversion against foreigners.
  • Hundreds of dead, wounded and missing, serious damage to buildings: floods in the capital of the country that is preparing to welcome the Pope (14 December 2022) Fides News Agency