St.Francis of Assisi, Zimunya (Mutare Diocese) - 1998

This is our second township Parish in the Diocese of Mutare. It was founded along with Avila Mission in 1998. Zimunya was one of the six townships in Mutare. The Catholics around 2000 from 600 families. The Diocese has entrusted this mission to the Tamilnadu Capuchins. This was the Sixth foundation in Zimbabwe. Our Friars cater to the spiritual needs of the people here.

Now it is established into 12 Out-Stations.

The Pioneer to this Mission Frs. Lawrence Thavamanickam Ofm Cap
Jemes Raja Gerald Thanka Raja Ofm Cap.

Followed by Frs. Anand Xavier Ofm Cap
Jemes Anbu Nathan Ofm Cap
Sudhakar Ofm Cap
Stephen Chipaya Ofm Cap