The Passionist Missionaries Kenya has announced the sudden death of Father Paul Mbugua, widely known as Garang.
The priest passed away on the morning of March 26, 2026, after a short illness, leaving the Catholic community, family, and parishioners in shock and mourning.
In a statement, Provincial Superior Father PK confirmed the news, describing it as a painful loss to the congregation. He revealed that Father Mbugua developed health complications, collapsed, and was rushed to Mater Hospital, where he died.
Until his illness, Father Mbugua remained actively engaged in ministry. He led a devotion at the Subukia Shrine on March 21 and officiated Mass in Ndumberi the following day, showing no clear signs of the condition that would later claim his life.
He served at Ngoigwa Parish in Thika and worked as chaplain at Mount Kenya University. Students and staff there regarded him as approachable, disciplined, and deeply committed to spiritual guidance.
That track record matters. It shows this was not a withdrawn or inactive cleric—he was fully operational days before his death. That makes the sudden collapse more alarming and raises obvious questions about how quickly the illness escalated.
His ministry reflected consistency rather than hype. He focused on pastoral work, mentorship, and discipline—traits that tend to get overlooked but actually sustain institutions.
Colleagues and parishioners have described him as grounded and reliable, not just inspirational on the pulpit. That combination is rare and explains the strong reaction to his death.
The congregation has urged faithful to pray for his soul, with funeral arrangements expected to be announced later.
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