Pope Francis has appointed the Rev Fr Constantine Rupiny as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Nebbi.
The announcement was made today, Tuesday, by the Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda, Archbishop Luigi Bianco.
Fr Rupiny, who has been serving as Rector of the Uganda Martyrs’ National Major Seminary Alokolum in Gulu, succeeds Fr Raphael P’Mony Wokorach, who was appointed as Metropolitan Archbishop of Gulu on March 22.
Since July 12, Archbishop Wokorach has also been serving as the Apostolic Administrator of Nebbi Diocese.
In his statement, Bianco expressed gratitude to Archbishop Wokorach for his dedicated service as Apostolic Administrator, ensuring spiritual leadership during the interim period.
Biography of Bishop-Elect Rupiny
Born on November 10, 1974, in Parombo, within the Diocese of Nebbi, Rev. Fr. Constantine Rupiny has had a distinguished career in both pastoral and academic service.
He began his philosophical studies at Uganda Martyrs’ National Major Seminary in Alokolum (1996–1999) and pursued theological studies at St Mary’s National Major Seminary in Ggaba, Archdiocese of Kampala (2000–2004).
He was ordained a priest on August 28, 2004, and has since held various pastoral and academic roles, including:
- Vicar Parish Priest in Kango (2004–2005)
- Parish Priest in Akanyo (2005–2007)
- Formator and Professor at Uganda Martyrs’ National Major Seminary, Alokolum (2007–2009, 2011–2018)
- Vice President of the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Nebbi (2017–2018)
- Vice Rector (January–September 2023) and Rector (September 2023 to date) at Uganda Martyrs’ National Major Seminary, Alokolum
Furthering his academic credentials, Rev. Fr. Rupiny obtained a Licentiate in Philosophy from the Pontifical Urban University in Rome (2009–2011) and a Doctorate in Dogmatic Theology from Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw, Poland (2018–2022).
Fr Rupiny brings to his new role a wealth of experience in pastoral ministry, theological education, and diocesan administration. His appointment is a moment of joy for the faithful of Nebbi Diocese, who eagerly anticipate his leadership and vision.
As he prepares to take up his new responsibilities, the Catholic community extends prayers for God’s guidance and blessings upon Bishop-elect Rupiny in his mission to shepherd the Diocese of Nebbi.