The Evangelical Orthodox Church (EOC) International Synod has elected Bishop Joshua Becharm from USA as the new international patriarch.
Bishop Becharm was elected during a function held in Indianapolis, USA to replace Jerold Gilege who also stepped down due to his age, having clocked the mandatory 75years.
The synod also elected Rev. Fr. Bruno Ssekiryamuba Muhindo and Rev. Fr. Joseph Birungi Bizibu as Bishop for North Kivu in Democratic Republic of Congo and auxiliary Bishop of Kampala in Uganda respectively.
The synod resolutions were on Sunday read by Bishop Jacinto Kibuuka, the leader of the Evangelical Orthodox Church in Uganda during a service held at the Mamre Prayer International Prayer Centre in Namugongo .
Speaking to the congregation, Bishop Kibuuka used the opportunity to urge parents to ensure safety of children during holidays.
“As parents, you must ensure everyone in the family follow Standard Operating Procedures to avoid spread of Ebola. Be strict on children to ensure they don’t move anyhow and they should reach home safely. At home, keep them safe,”Kibuuka urged.
“In the same way, parents should ensure children worship God. Let them go to churches and mosques where they can be guided morally. Let them know the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Control children from engaging in sex acts.”