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Kazimba commended Christians and well-wishers who contributed to the completion of the Church House
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The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr. Stephen Kazimba, has outlined how revenue generated from the Church House in Kampala will be shared among dioceses across the country. Speaking to Christians in West Ankole Diocese, Archbishop Kazimba emphasized that dividends from the rent collected will be distributed according to the level of investment each diocese made in the project.
He commended Christians and well-wishers who contributed to the completion of the Church House, a key financial asset for the Church of Uganda. "After completing the loan payments, we are now focusing on clearing the internal debts that we incurred," Kazimba explained. He urged patience among dioceses as these debts are gradually addressed.
Archbishop Kazimba made these remarks during a thanksgiving ceremony for businessman Ben Mugasha, held at Kyeibaare Church of Uganda in Mutara sub-county, Mitooma district. Mugasha, also known as Bemuga, was recognized for his contributions to the church and the community, including the construction of a modern house for the parish priest.
Kazimba praised Mugasha for his dedication and generosity, calling on other Christians to follow his example by supporting church projects until completion. He warned against allowing church initiatives to stall due to a lack of commitment. "It is a big challenge for a priest to live in poor conditions while blessing you, yet you sleep comfortably. That blessing might come with sorrow," Kazimba remarked.
Drawing from the biblical story of Jesus healing the lepers in Luke 17:15-17, Kazimba likened Mugasha to the one leper who returned to give thanks. He called on Christians to embrace unity and peace, transcending religious and tribal divides. "We are all God's people," he said, stressing the importance of respecting elders and learning from their wisdom.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Bishop Emeritus George Bagamuhunda of Kigezi Diocese, works minister Gen. Katumba Wamala, and Bishop Emeritus Yona Katoneene of West Ankole Diocese.
Gen. Wamala, in his remarks, reflected on his near-death experience during a shooting incident, attributing his survival to divine intervention. "It was not any military tactic, but God's miraculous protection," Wamala said, urging the congregation to always give thanks for God’s blessings.
The Bishop of West Ankole Diocese, Rt. Rev. Johnson Twinomujuni, encouraged Christians to live purposeful lives and contribute to the growth of church projects. "Ask yourself: If I had not been born, what would the world have missed?" Twinomujuni challenged the congregation.
In his testimony, Mugasha recounted a life-threatening illness he suffered in 2020, where he was told he had only a 5% chance of survival. "They had even tied a ribbon on my hand for identification in the mortuary, but when they returned, they found me drinking tea," Mugasha said, acknowledging God's intervention in his recovery. In gratitude, he felt called to build a house for the parish priest, which he dedicated to God.
During the service, over UGX 150 million, 200 bags of cement, and two cows were donated to support the completion of St. Mark Church of Uganda, Kyeibaare. Additionally, Christian Michael Rushambuza donated a fully furnished house to the church in Nyakabirizi parish, Bushenyi/Ishaka Municipality.
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