Live the Word you Preach, Be Instruments of Hope- Bishop Muhiirwa to Fort Portal Clergy
Clare Nayebare The clergy of Fort Portal Diocese have solemnly renewed their priestly vows, publicly reaffirming the commitments made at their ordination. This gesture symbolized their enduring dedication to their spiritual calling and ministry. The renewal took place during the Chrism Mass celebrated at Virika Cathedral Fort Portal City, presided over by Bishop Robert K. […]
Continue ReadingPalm Sunday 2025: Bishop Muhiirwa Emphases Patience , Humility Forgiveness & Trust in God
Clare Hundreds of Christians have yesterday gathered at Virika Cathedral in Fort Portal City to commemorate Palm Sunday, also known as the Sixth Sunday of Lent, the day that marks Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The Mass, led by Bishop Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, was attended by a number of dignitaries, including Her Excellency Rt. Major […]
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Bishop Muhiirwa Calls for Regular Meetings, Team Work and Evaluation among the New Leaders of Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker
Clare As they begin their new six-year leadership term, the Religious Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker have been urged to place their trust in Jesus Christ, the wounded healer. This call was made yesterday by Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, Ordinary of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, in his homily during the handover Mass […]
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New Leadership Takes Over at Religious Brothers of St.Joseph the Worker
Claire The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has commended the outgoing leadership of the Congregation of Religious Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker for ensuring a peaceful transition of power to the current leadership. The Bishop made these remarks yesterday at the handover ceremony of the previous council, […]
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St Mary’s Seminary Virika Celebrate it’s Feast Day
By Rita It was a day of celebration, reflection, and inspiration at St. Mary’s Seminary Virika as the institution marked its annual feast day over the weekend on March 29 this year. Traditionally observed on March 25th, this year’s celebrations were moved to today since the date fell on a weekday. The highlight of the […]
Continue ReadingNyaibanda Sub-Parish to be Elevated to Parish Status this September
Clare The Christians of Nyaibanda Sub-Parish in Mwenge South can now joyfully look forward to the fulfillment of their long-awaited prayer for parish status, as promised earlier by the Bishop. The joy among the Catholic believers in Nyaibanda Sub- parish, Katoosa Parish, was evident when Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki announced that all necessary inspections […]
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Congregation of St.Joseph the Worker Names Brother Eugene Bwambale their Next Superior
Clare The religious brothers of St. Joseph the Worker in the Diocese of Fort Portal have successfully concluded their chapter, which included elections that ushered in a new leadership team. The newly elected leadership council consists of Rev. Brother Eugene Bwambale Africana as the Superior General, Rev. Brother John Atwebembere as the Vice Superior General, […]
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Yuda Tadeo Movement Hosts First Pilgrimage to Virika Cathedral after it’s Inauguration
Clare The St Jude Thadeus Devotees in the Diocese of FortPortal (Yuda Tadeo)has made the first pilgrimage in a large gathering to Virika Cathedral, ever since it’s Inauguration on March 2nd last week. During the Holy Mass at Virika Cathedral, animated by Kitagwenda Parish choir, Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki preaching on the first lenten […]
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President Museveni Calls for Faith Driven Economic Empowerment at Virika Cathedral Inauguration
Clare The President of the Republic of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Tibuhaburwa Museveni, has called on religious leaders to deliver comprehensive messages that guide believers out of poverty. This message was conveyed in a written statement presented by Vice President Her Excellency Major Jessica Alupo during the inauguration of Virika Cathedral yesterday, where the President was […]
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Papal Nuncio to Uganda Calls for Intensive Prayer in the Newly Inaugurated & Blessed Virika Cathedral
Clare It was a moment of great joy as thousands of Catholics and non from across Fort Portal Diocese and beyond gathered at Our Lady of the Snows Virika Cathedral yesterday for its inauguration ceremony. The event, marked by solemn prayers, a vibrant procession, and a dedication Mass, was led by His Excellency Luigi […]
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