Rev. Fr. Gerald Akugizibwe, the Pastoral Coordinator of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, has commended women for the vital role they play in families, the Church, and society at large. He said their strength and dedication are inspired by Mary, the Mother of God, who bore Jesus Christ for the salvation of the world.
Fr. Akugizibwe made the remarks yesterday while preaching to hundreds of faithful at Virika Cathedral during Mass for the Third Sunday of the Lenten season, which also doubled as International Women’s Day.
In his homily, he encouraged believers to cultivate the habit of listening attentively to the Word of God, as well as to one another in their homes and workplaces, and urged them to avoid being judgmental.
He reminded the congregation that God has no favorites and that all people are His children, calling on Christians to place their full trust in Him despite life’s trials and tribulations.
Fr. Akugizibwe also urged Christians to continue praying for a deeper thirst for God’s Kingdom rather than for earthly power, which he said has fueled conflicts and wars. He encouraged the faithful to recite three Hail Mary prayers, in line with the Pope’s request, for world peace and disarmament.