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Fr. Mario Pacifici, SMM, Celebrates 50 Years of Priesthood
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Fr. Mario Pacifici, SMM, celebrated 50 years of priesthood in 2026. A Montfort Missionary ordained in 1976, he served the Diocese of Mangochi in Malawi.
During his ministry in Balaka Parish, Fr. Pacifici established the Andiamo Youth Cooperative Trust to oversee the Alleluia Band, Andiamo Technical College, Andiamo Secondary School, and various nursery schools. He also founded the Comfort Community Hospital on the Andiamo Campus.
Fr. Pacifici oversaw the construction of the St. Louis de Montfort Parish Church. His work in the parish included building several other churches and numerous primary, secondary, and nursery schools.
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Diocese of Mangochi · Communication Team
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