Fort Portal Diocese Set to Welcome its 35th Parish, Uganda Martyr’s Rugombe
Clare All is set for the inauguration of the 35th parish in the Diocese of Fort Portal, named Uganda Martyrs Rugombe Catholic Parish, located in Rugombe Town Council, Kyenjojo District,in an event scheduled for tomorrow, October 13, 2024. Mr. Patrick Siisa, in charge of publicity for the organizing committee, stated that preparations are nearly complete, […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Calls on Bundibugyo Community to Invest in Children’s Education
Clare Residents of Bundibugyo have been encouraged to support their children’s education to better prepare them for Uganda’s competitive job market. This appeal was yesterday made by Bishop Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese during a celebration marking 85 years of Mr. Zaverio Bitigale, an ADF survivor, and 25 years […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal: Bishop Muhiirwa Calls For Peace in Families Amid Mushrooming Cases of Domestic Violence
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, has reiterated the urgent need for peace and unity within families as a crucial step in combating domestic violence. He made this statement during a Thanksgiving Mass and housewarming ceremony for Mr. and Mrs. Leopoda Tibamanya, gifted to them by their […]
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Fort Portal: Virika Deanery Marks Golden Jubilee of Small Christian Communities
Clare The zones of Yerya, Virika, and Bugombwa under the Virika Deanery Fort Portal Diocese have gathered at Bukwali Parish to celebrate 50 years of Small Christian Communities during a Holy Eucharistic Sacrifice led by Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki. The celebration was inspired by a decision made by AMECEA Bishops in 1973 to […]
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Yerya Zone to Represent Virika Deanery at Diocesan Small Christian Community Jubilee MDD Celebrations
Clare Yerya Zone has been crowned champion of the Virika Deanery Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD) Competitions, held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Bukwali Parish Fort Portal City in celebration of 50 years of Small Christian Communities -SCC in the Deanery. The event featured participants from seven parishes of Bukwali, Nyahuka, Bugombwa, Kyamatanga, Virika, […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Honors Former Wekomiire Head Catechist For a Life Well Lived
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has paid tribute to the late Bonifance Kiiza, former Head Catechist of Wekomiire, for his unwavering commitment to family, church, and community throughout his life. During the funeral Mass held at Kihamba Sub-County Wekomiire Parish Kyenjojo District, the Bishop […]
Continue ReadingJoin Catholic Church Movements to Address Polygamy in Hapuuyo, Urges Bishop Muhiirwa
Clare Christians in Hapuuyo Parish are encouraged to actively participate in church movements, such as the Cana, Catholic Men’s Association, and Catholic Women’s Association, to gain valuable family guidance for building strong Christian households. The message was yesterday shared by Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa during his visit to Hapuuyo Parish in the Kyaka North Fort […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Diocese: Three Acolytes Commissioned in Hapuuyo Parish
Clare Yesterday joy-filled Christians as, three catechists—Ategeka Udita, Gansanga Deogratias, and Victori Mwirumubi—were officially commissioned to serve in the ministry of the Holy Eucharist at Hapuuyo Parish. The ceremony took place during Holy Mass led by the Rt. Rev. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, the local ordinary of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese. In his homily, Bishop Muhiirwa […]
Continue ReadingSt. William’s Mihondo Zone Christians Welcome Pioneer Priests Ahead of Official Parish Opening
Clare The proposed Uganda Martyr’s Catholic Parish Rugombe, currently known as St. William’s Mihondo Zone, has begun its gradual transition, marked by joyous celebrations as the community welcomed their pioneer priests. With less than a month to the official parish opening, Rev. Fr. Francis Xavier Musiime and Rev. Fr. John Mary Byamukama were yesterday […]
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Fort Portal: Bishop Muhiirwa Urges Further Support as Virika Cathedral Renovation Nears Completion
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, has provided an update on the renovation of Virika Cathedral and has appealed for additional funds from Christians to support the remaining work. Durable Iron Sheets During his weekly show “Ekigambo Ky’omuliisa” yesterday on Jubilee Radio, Bishop Muhiirwa reported significant progress […]
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