On Sunday, 19 October 2025, a solemn Mass was held in Abidjan to mark the opening of the silver jubilee of the presence of the Discalced Carmelite Friars in Ivory Coast and the creation of the parish of Saint Louis de Gonzague.
In a joyful atmosphere, the brothers of the Provincial Delegation of Saint Thérèse Bénédicte de la Croix and the parishioners gave thanks to God for the wonders He has accomplished through the presence of the Teresian Carmelite Order in this neighbourhood of the city of Abidjan.
This double jubilee was opened by the Provincial Delegate, Brother Florent Traoré. During the celebration, he lit the jubilee candle and sent the organizing committee, composed of brothers, lay members of the Secular Carmelite Order and members of the parish pastoral council, on mission.
Various activities will punctuate this jubilee year, which will come to a solemn close on 21 June 2026.
