Archbishop Anton Bal

Madang celebrates installation of sixth archbishop

Archbishop Anton Bal replaced Archbishop Stephen Joseph Reichert, who served the province for eight years.

Over 2,500 people were present at the Holy Spirit Cathedral on October 31st to join in the Eucharistic celebration.

The newly installed Archbishop began his homily in the Eucharistic mass by reminding the parishioners that everyone needs Christ for support and that they should live a Christ-like lifestyle. He further added that as their new archbishop, he needs the help and the communion of the parishioners.