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    "id": 550206,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Kagwe",
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        "legal_name": "Mutahi Kagwe",
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    "content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I wish to make a Statement in accordance with Standing Order No.45(2)(a) on a matter that is both important to the county as well as the country. As you all aware, over the past few weeks, Nyeri County has been thrust into the international spotlight because it is about to host a very rare ceremony, the beatification of Venerable Irene Stefani. This weekend, pilgrims from all over the world will congregate in Nyeri County to witness this momentous celebration. This brings us, the people of Nyeri and all Kenyans of goodwill, great pride and joy. Mr. Speaker, Sir, with your permission, let me briefly take you through the beatification process so that we have an appreciation of what is expected in Nyeri County this weekend. For those who are not familiar with the term, “beatification” is the recognition of an individual entrance into heaven where they will have the capacity to intercede on behalf of individuals who pray in his or her name; otherwise, called intercession of saints. This recognition is one made by the Roman Catholic Church. Those who are accorded it are given the title “Blessed.” Hon. Senators, beatification is the third of the four steps of canonization namely; servant of God, venerable – where St. Irene is now, blessed – where St. Irene is headed and sainthood as in the case of Mother Teresa. This is the first ever beatification ceremony to be performed on the African soil. All the previous ceremonies, including the one that honoured our neighbours, the 22 Ugandan Martyrs, were performed in the Vatican City. We, the people of Nyeri County, are privileged to make it into the history The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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