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Bukedi Diocese ordains 10 deacons in Tororo

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Bukedi Diocese ordains 10 deacons in Tororo
Some of the deacons

St. Peter's Church grounds in Tororo were filled to capacity as hundreds of Christians gathered to witness the ordination of Deacons and Canons from Bukedi Diocese.

The ceremony, which drew attendees from within and outside Tororo district, was marked by spiritual fervor and the presence of prominent religious, political, and cultural leaders.

The Assistant Bishop of Kampala Diocese, Fredrick Jackson Baalwa, presided over the event on behalf of the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu.

The day also saw the participation of over nine bishops from across the country, underlining the importance of the occasion.

Ten Deacons and four Canons took their vows, including Amos Abanyi, Charles Gamble, Emmanuel Keddi, Geoffrey Kwenyi, and Kenan Mwai, among others.

Their ordination comes at a critical time, with the Assistant Bishop urging them to embrace their calling as good shepherds dedicated to healing and transforming their communities.

“God has called you to be good shepherds,” Bishop Baalwa emphasized.

“The people you will serve carry wounds in their hearts. You must be men of God who think about their struggles by preaching messages that bring deliverance. Should you fail to do so, working with them, especially in this election season, will not be easy.”

Political leaders from Bukedi welcomed the bishop’s remarks as timely, given the growing tensions and conflicts within communities in the subregion.

“Their calling comes with the responsibility to preach and change the world,” said Denis Nyangweso, MP for Samia Bugwe Central. “To achieve that, a preacher must resemble what they preach.”

John Opio, former Mayor of Tororo Municipality, echoed these sentiments, noting, “The world today is full of people who camouflage as good Christians and faithful believers, yet they harbor ungodly motives. It’s crucial for the clergy to live by example.”

The event coincided with the commemoration of the conversion of the Apostle Paul, also known as St. Paul’s Day, adding a layer of spiritual significance.

This day, celebrated annually by the Christian community, served as a reminder of the transformative power of faith and the call to serve others selflessly.

The ordination ceremony highlighted the Church's commitment to fostering strong spiritual leadership within Bukedi Diocese.

With the new clergy tasked with spreading messages of hope and healing, the event underscored the vital role of the Church in shaping Uganda’s communities during times of both spiritual and political challenges.

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