Fort Portal: How UCWA is Turning Catholic Women into Climate Change Ambassadors
Clare N In a world increasingly affected by climate change, the Uganda Catholic Women Association (UCWA)in Fort Portal Catholic Diocese has become a true example of faith in action, promoting not only spiritual growth but also strong advocacy for environmental protection. Through various trainings, members of the Uganda Catholic Women Apostolate (UCWA) who have been […]
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Domestic Violence, Neglect Top Elderly Challenges in Fort Portal
Clare N The elderly in Fort Portal Catholic Diocese have outcried the hardships they face in their old age including neglect and Domestic violence. Speaking last week at Kinyamasika grounds where many elderly persons had gathered to mark the World Day of the Elderly as a vulnerable group, an event organized by the Diocese, Omusomesa […]
Continue ReadingOver 1000 UCWA Women Make Pilgrimage to Virika Cathedral
Clare N About 1,000 women subscribing to the Uganda Catholic Women Association (UCWA) across the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese have made a pilgrimage to Virika Cathedral, in line with the Jubilee Year of Hope and the call for holy pilgrimages recommended by Pope Francis. The pilgrimage program included each woman passing through the Holy Door […]
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Fort Portal: Fr Isingoma 68, laid to Rest at St.John Mary Vianney Cemetery
Clare N The remains of the Rev. Fr. Josaphat Isingoma Kansiime Amooti,68 who succumbed to high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer at Nsambya Hospital, have been laid to rest at St. John Mary Vianney Cemetery at the Bishop’s Residence in Kijanju, Fort Portal City. Mourners, among them relatives, priests, religious men and women, and the […]
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Kasese Diocese Seeks 4.5 Billions to Lead 2026 Uganda Martyrs Day Namugongo
Clare N The Catholic Diocese of Kasese has officially launched preparations for the 2026 Namugongo pilgrimage, during which it will lead the national celebrations of Uganda Martyrs Day on June 3 under theme “Christ is alive in you and me.” Speaking during a press briefing at Kasese Cathedral Parish yesterday, the Bishop of Kasese, Rt. […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Diocese Hit by the Death of Fr Isingoma Josaphat a Senior Priest
Editorial The Catholic Diocese of Fort Portal is mourning the untimely death of one of their senior priests, Rev. Fr. Josaphat Kansiime Isingoma, who breathed his last yesterday evening, November 22, 2025. Although no formal statement has yet been issued by the diocesan Chancellor, Fr. Isingoma had been receiving treatment at Nsambya Hospital. […]
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Fort Portal : Bishop Mugenyi Urges Christians to Rediscover the True Meaning of Jubilee
Clare N The Rt. Rev. Joseph Sabiiti Mugenyi Apuuli, Bishop Emeritus of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, has encouraged Christians celebrating the Jubilee Year to rediscover the true meaning of jubilation, encouraging them to go beyond feasting and utilize the time to reflect on their lives, correct past mistakes, and plan accordingly for the future. He […]
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Fort Portal: Pastoral Coordinator Urges Pilgrims to Focus on Prayer During Pilgrimages
Clare The Pastoral Coordinator of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rev. Fr. Gerald Akugizibwe Amooti, has urged pilgrims visiting the Cathedral to move beyond mere tourism and focus on deep, prayerful encounters with God during their pilgrimages. He made the remarks yesterday while addressing a group from St. Jude’s CSC Parish, Kyarusozi, who made a pilgrimage […]
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Tooro Religious Leaders Gather for Interfaith Prayers for Peaceful 2026 Elections
Clare Nayebare As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, religious leaders from the Tooro region have come together to pray for peace, fairness, and unity across the country. The prayer gathering, organized by the Interreligious Council – Tooro Chapter, on Wednesday took place at the Catholic Bishop’s Residence in Kijanju, Fort Portal City and […]
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Fort Portal Diocese: St. Jude Kyarusozi Parish Marks 31 Years with a Call to Humility and Growth
BY CLARE NAYEBARE Parishioners of St. Jude’s CSC Parish, Kyarusozi, have joyfully celebrated their 31st Parish Day in a colorful and prayerful event animated by Kyarusozi Sub-Parish on a Sunday that was also celebrated as the feast of St. Jude Thaddeus in advance since it falls on the 28th of every October. A Call to […]
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