He added, \u201cFor us, Bishop Shyngo-Ya-Hombo was a patriarch, a living library. People pass away, but their deeds remain written in history.\u201d<\/p>\n
Friar Morais highlighted the late Bishop\u2019s leadership during the difficult transition period surrounding Angola\u2019s independence, when many seminarians and religious left ecclesial life to serve the newly independent nation.<\/p>\n
\u201cHis role, together with other friars, was to strike a balance between service to the nation and fidelity to the religious vocation,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n
Bishop Shyngo-Ya-Hombo held nearly every major responsibility within the Capuchin Order in Angola, including being the first vice-provincial minister in 1988. Even after resigning from Episcopal governance, he chose to return to the order, placing himself at the service of formation houses in Huambo, Luanda, Lubango, and Camabatela, whenever his health allowed.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe did this with joy, not as an obligation, but as a mission,\u201d Friar Morais said.<\/p>\n
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He added, \u201cThe death of Bishop Shyngo-Ya-Hombo makes us reflect on the value of faith, self-giving, and service. He departed in peace, prepared for eternal life, leaving us an example of dedication and commitment to the Church and to society.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to Friar Morais, funeral arrangements depend on the transfer of the Bishop\u2019s remains from Namibia to Angola.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In the meantime, Masses for the repose of his soul are being celebrated daily.<\/p>\n
Family members also shared moving testimonies. Bishop Shyngo-Ya-Hombo\u2019s younger brother, Jos\u00e9 Carvalho dos Santos, told ACI Africa that the Bishop had struggled with diabetes and was later diagnosed with cancer.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe began with diabetes problems, was treated in Angola, and in recent months was diagnosed with cancer. He underwent several procedures, including the amputation of a finger and treatments in Namibia,\u201d\u00a0 he said.<\/p>\n
He added, \u201cDespite the illness, he never lost his faith or dedication to the Church.\u201d<\/p>\n
Jos\u00e9 Carvalho further explained, \u201cHe was hospitalized and had complications, but he accepted treatment in Namibia. The situation worsened until his death. He was always a man of prayer, simplicity, and deep commitment to the faith.\u201d<\/p>\n
Relatives, religious sisters, and lay faithful alike described the late Bishop as a spiritual father, counselor, and shepherd whose legacy of prayer, humility, and service will continue to guide the Church in Angola for generations to come.<\/p>\n
Carlos Torres, a cousin of the late Bishop, stated that \u201cthe family received the news with great sadness. Bishop Shyngo-Ya-Hombo always dedicated his life to the Church and was a figure of consensus, advising everyone for the good. He prepared himself for eternal life and always guided us to follow the religious path.\u201d<\/p>\n
Maria Andrade Torres Vasco, the Bishop\u2019s niece, added, \u201cFor our family, he was a good shepherd, teaching us to walk with Jesus. His departure leaves a great void and a legacy of faith and dedication.\u201d<\/p>\n
For Domingos da Silva, the Bishop Emeritus of Mbanza Congo was a counselor, almost a father figure.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was always present, advising, supporting, and uniting everyone. His death is an irreparable loss, but his example of religious and family life remains with us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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