Istifanus Makoshi Katung is a Nigerian Catholic priest, ordained for the Catholic Diocese of Zaria on 5th March, 2011. 

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Fr. Katung has held several key pastoral and administrative roles, including:

•  Assistant Parish Priest and Vice-Rector of St Enda’s Church and St. Joseph’s Minor Seminary, Palladan, Zaria.

•  Assistant Vocations Director and Vocations Director for the Diocese.

•  Parish Priest of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Zaria

. Rector of St Joseph’s Minor Seminary, Zaria

 

To deepen his ministry in pastoral care, Fr. Katung pursued advanced training in Psycho-Spiritual Therapy and Counseling, earning a Master of Arts from the Psycho-Spiritual Institute in Nairobi, Kenya (2016–2018). During this period, he completed practicum placements at Asumbi Treatment Center (Kenya), Borstal Training Institute, and Our Lady of Fatima Girl’s Secondary School (Nigeria).

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His academic and professional interests focus on psycho-spiritual care, particularly supporting priests, religious, and individuals facing emotional and psychological challenges. 

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Fr. Katung has participated in numerous professional development programs, including workshops on abuse prevention, counseling supervision, focus therapy, leadership, sexuality in ministry, and the 25th International Formators Course in Rome.

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He is passionate about reading, intellectual discussions, music, walking, and quiet reflection. He remains actively involved in formation, vocations ministry, and the psycho-spiritual support of individuals.