Worship & the Sacraments
Come and pray with us. Below are the Cathedral schedules and an overview of the Sacraments of the Church.
Liturgy
Mass times
Schedule for the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Kumba. Times at other parishes and pastoral zones vary — please confirm with the parish concerned.
| Sunday | Time |
|---|---|
| Vigil Mass (Saturday) | 6:00 pm |
| First Mass | 7:00 am |
| Family / Children Mass | 9:00 am |
| Solemn Mass | 11:00 am |
| Weekdays | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 6:30 am |
| Wednesday (with novena) | 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7:00 am |
| Public Holidays | 8:00 am |
Reconciliation
Confession
The Sacrament of Penance is a fountain of God's mercy. Confessions are heard at the Cathedral:
| Confession | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturdays | 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm |
| First Fridays | 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Adoration
Eucharistic Adoration
We adore the Lord truly present in the Blessed Sacrament:
| Adoration | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursdays (Holy Hour) | 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
| First Fridays | After morning Mass until noon |
Channels of grace
The Seven Sacraments
To prepare for any Sacrament, please contact your parish office well in advance.
Baptism
The gateway to life in the Spirit. Preparation sessions are held monthly for parents and godparents.
Confirmation
Sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, after a period of catechetical preparation.
Holy Eucharist
The source and summit of Christian life. First Holy Communion is celebrated each year.
Reconciliation
God's mercy for the penitent. Available at the Cathedral and in every parish.
Anointing of the Sick
Strength and healing for the sick and elderly. Call the parish for hospital or home visits.
Holy Matrimony
The covenant of Christian marriage. Begin preparation at least six months ahead.
Holy Orders
The ordination of deacons, priests and bishops for the service of God's people. Do you sense a call? Visit our Vocations page.
The Church's year
Liturgical Calendar
The 2025 / 2026 liturgical year began on the First Sunday of Advent, 30 November 2025. Sundays follow Year A; weekdays follow Cycle II.
| Principal Celebration | Date |
|---|---|
| First Sunday of Advent | 30 November 2025 |
| The Holy Family | 28 December 2025 |
| The Epiphany of the Lord | 4 January 2026 |
| The Baptism of the Lord | 11 January 2026 |
| Ash Wednesday | 18 February 2026 |
| Easter Sunday | 5 April 2026 |
| The Ascension of the Lord · where transferred, 17 May | 14 May 2026 |
| Pentecost Sunday | 24 May 2026 |
| The Most Holy Trinity | 31 May 2026 |
| The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ | 7 June 2026 |
| The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus | 12 June 2026 |
| Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe | 22 November 2026 |
| First Sunday of Advent · Year B begins | 29 November 2026 |
As is traditional, these movable feasts are announced to the faithful on the Solemnity of the Epiphany. In the Ecclesiastical Province of Bamenda, Christ the King is celebrated together with the Corpus Christi procession.