GOKOMERE: In a move that blends faith, skill-building and economic opportunity, the Catholic Diocese of Masvingo recently celebrated the official launch of Queen of Peace Clothing Factory, a sewing enterprise created to generate income for the congregation and provide sustainable livelihoods for local residents.
The light-filled production hall — refurbished with new machines and supplies — hummed with excitement as staff demonstrated garments and handcrafted products that will form the first product line.
Officially opening the facility, Catholic Diocese of Masvingo Bishop, Raymond Mupandasekwa asked the church to guard the project jealously in hope that it will also be useful to future generations.
“Through this project, we seek to promote sustainable practices and to provide job opportunities. We are committed to fostering self-sufficiency and supporting local families through innovative programs.
“I hereby urge you to guard this project jealously as it will not be useful to us alone but generations and generations to come,” Bishop Mupandasekwa said.
Added Gokomere Mission Priest in Charge, Rev. Fr Samson Mutsvanga, “…this is about stewardship of our gifts and caring for our neighbors.”
“We wanted to create something that honors our members’ talents, supports families in need and builds a lasting source of income for the church community,” he said.
Locals also welcomed the development saying it will help create jobs.
“For the first time in years I can picture a solution for unemployed youths, in and outside the church,” said Mary Mupanedemo.
