Fort Portal: Twelve Ordained as Bishop Muhiirwa Centralizes Ordinations at Virika Cathedral
The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, has announced that all future ordinations will now be held exclusively at Our Lady of Snows Virika Cathedral. The decision marks a departure from the earlier practice of rotating ordinations among various parishes. The Bishop, made this announcement while presiding over […]
Continue ReadingCANA Movement, Katoosa Catechists Make Pilgrimage to Virika Cathedral
Clare N Hundreds of members subscribing to the CANA Movement have made a pilgrimage to Virika Cathedral, responding to Pope Francis’ call to seek indulgences through pilgrimages to holy places during this Jubilee Year of Hope. The pilgrims, who yesterday came from the Deaneries of Virika, Kamwenge, and Katoosa, were later joined by a […]
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Fort Portal: Modern Chapel Opened at St. Maria Goretti Girls on What Doubled as School Feast Day
By Kaboha The Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert K. Muhiirwa the bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese accompanied by clergy, religious men and women plus other dignitaries have on Friday presided over the official opening of the newly constructed modern chapel at St. Maria Goretti Girls Secondary School The daylong colorful ceremony characterized with […]
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Nine Approved for Ordination in Fort Portal Diocese in 2025
Clare N Three deacons and six seminarians have been approved to be ordained to the Holy Orders of Priesthood and Diaconate respectively in the Diocese of Fort Portal this year. The ordination Candidates According to an official document released by the local ordinary, Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, three deacons will be ordained priests including […]
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Fort Portal: Bishop Muhiirwa Champions National ID Renewal Campaign, Urges Ugandans to Embrace the Exercise
Clare N The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has participated in the ongoing mass National ID renewal exercise, with a call on all Ugandans to embrace this free opportunity & renew their IDs or register for the first time for those who have not yet done so. […]
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Thousands Gather in Kooki to Honor Uganda Martyrs, Bishop Muhiirwa Urges Christians to be Guided by Faith & Morality
EDITORIAL Bishop Robert K.Muhiirwa of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese has called upon Christians to be inspired by the lives of the Uganda Martyrs, urging them to become “pilgrims of hope” rooted in strong faith, upright family values, and moral integrity, especially in the face of modern challenges such as chronic illnesses, drug abuse, and the […]
Continue ReadingU.S Based NGO Children Waiting Everywhere Empowers Kyakatara’s Health Revolution
Clare After over 42 years of dedicated service, Kyakatara Health Center III is now positioned for an upgrade to Health Center IV status, following the recent operational improvements. Residents of Kyakatara in Kyenjojo District can now access enhanced healthcare services, particularly expectant mothers, following the commissioning of a new private ward valued at […]
Continue ReadingYouth Encouraged to Choose Purposeful Vocations Despite Life’s Distractions
Clare As the Catholic Church commemorates Good Shepherd Sunday which doubles as the World Day of Vocations, the Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, has called on the faithful to respond to the call of God, with particular attention to the youth. He noted that many young people today face […]
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 Appeals for Urgent Action Towards Potholed & Deteriorating Kyenjojo – Kampala Highway
Clare Nayebare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert K.Muhiirwa Akiiki, has appealed to the Government of Uganda, particularly the Ministry of Works and Transport and the President, to address the worsening condition of the Kyenjojo–Kampala road. He noted that the deteriorating state of the road, described by uncountable potholes has […]
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