Dominican Friars
of Eastern Africa
A community called to preach Jesus Christ as part of the worldwide mission of the Order of Preachers.
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Brotherhood in Simplicity, United in Prayer, Service and Contemplation
Dominican Friars
of Eastern Africa
A community called to preach Jesus Christ as part of the worldwide mission of the Order of Preachers
Who are we ?
The Dominican family is composed of Dominican Friars, Nuns, Sisters, Laity and Youths. We share a common heritage in the spirit and charism of St. Dominic. In Kenya, we are present in Nairobi and Kisumu Archdiocese and Ngong diocese. In Uganda, we are present at Kakumiro-Kibaale and Namugongo-Kampala.
The Church is a community that journeys through both grace and struggle. Though marked by human weakness, failures, and moments of pain, it remains sustained by the enduring presence of Christ and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This reflection invites us to look beyond imperfections and rediscover the Church as a place of healing, hope, and transformation. Rather than abandoning it in times of difficulty, we are called to trust in God’s sustaining grace, which continually renews and strengthens His people. Even in its struggles, the Church endures—standing as a living sign of God’s mercy at work in the world today.
Insights of St. Thomas Aquinas offer a profound lens through which we explore the Sunday readings. Here, we share reflections rooted in his teachings, inviting a deeper understanding of scripture and faith.
Thomas asks whether the “many dwelling places” implies that there are different levelsof happiness in heaven. In a certain way, all receive the same good,
The Twenty-Third Psalm speaks of God as “my shepherd.” Jesus expresses the sameconcern for us when He describes Himself as the “shepherd of the sheep.”Jesus
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Strengthened by the Holy Spirit, we are dedicated to Serving God and all people as preachers, teachers, and pastors, domestic and foreign missionaries.
Are you healthy, good practicing Catholic and met university requirements for Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Sudan? Or have you completed your University or Collage education and professional? Are you interested in preaching for salvation of souls? Come then, join the Dominican Friars.
Dominicans are called to contemplate and share the fruits of their contemplation. Your financial and material assistance helps us to prepare a new generation of preachers and sustain the friars who spend their lives in service to the Church.