In his sermon during the consecration ceremony of St Matthew’s Cathedral Buhugu in Sironko District, The Rev Stephen Kazimba Mugalu, the Archbishop of the Anglican Church in Uganda, shared profound insights into the significance of legacy, divine timing, and preparing future generations.
In a world where the pressure to achieve immediate results is immense, Kazimba’s message was a call to patience, investment in lasting legacies, and trust in God's long-term plan—a plan that stretches beyond our lifetimes and contributes to the eternal Kingdom of God.
Drawing inspiration from the Bible, the Archbishop began by recounting the story of King David, who longed to build a temple for God but was told that the task would be accomplished through his son, Solomon.
David’s role, though, was crucial: preparing the way by gathering resources, making plans, and laying the foundation for Solomon’s work.
“There are certain projects you would like to do, but God says it will be done by your children or your grandchildren,” the archbishop said, urging his audience to let go of impatience.
“So, if something doesn't come to pass in your time, relax,” he added, stressing that our actions today are part of an extensive, divine generational plan that transcends lifetimes.
The Archbishop also reflected on the legacy of his grandfather, Simeon Kazimba, who was a catechist and a humble servant of God despite never having the opportunity to attend formal seminary training.
Although his grandfather’s own dreams were not fully realized, Kazimba’s rise to his current position is seen as the fulfillment of that legacy.
He acknowledged that his grandfather’s contributions laid the foundation for his own spiritual journey.
The consecration of the new cathedral served as a powerful illustration of this concept. For many, the construction of the church was a long-awaited dream.
Though some who hoped to see the project completed had passed away, others, including Bishop Samwiri Gidudu, were chosen to carry out the vision.
Archbishop Kazimba encouraged the congregation, saying, “Do something for God today so that even when you are not here, they will know you were there.”
In addition to his focus on legacy, Archbishop Kazimba called for a broader societal revival of humanism—compassion, dignity, and empathy—in a world that often feels disconnected from these values.
“We are called to build people who will instill humanism into humans,” he said, underscoring the importance of nurturing kindness and respect in society.
His reflection reminds us that sometimes our part in God's plan is to prepare for future generations, even if we do not live to see the full realisation of our efforts.
He explained, “We are called to prepare people, build capacity, and equip future generations to accomplish what we may not be able to achieve in our own time.”
In conclusion, Kazimba’s message serves as a reminder that we are not in control of everything.
While we may desire to accomplish certain tasks in our own time, he urged the congregation to trust that God has a divine purpose that unfolds in its own timing.
“Do what you are supposed to do, and leave the rest to God,” said the Archbishop.