Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kampala Archdiocese has welcomed 24 priests in a single ceremony at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Lubaga, the highest number in its history. The milestone comes at a time when priestly vocations are reported to be in decline globally, making the occasion notable for both …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere calls for youth empowerment in climate change fight
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | His Grace Paul Ssemogerere, the Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese, has urged leaders across Africa to prioritise youth empowerment as a critical strategy in addressing the climate crisis. Speaking during the closing ceremony of the three-day Laudato Si’ Africa Conference held at Bethany Land Institute (BLI) …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere: Bukalango and Magembe’s legacy will live on
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of Kampala, His Grace Dr Paul Ssemogerere, has assured the Catholic faithful that the legacy of the late Msgr. Expedito Magembe, renowned exorcist, preacher, and founder, will be safeguarded and continued. Speaking during the funeral Mass held at Kisubi Seminary on Monday …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere says integrity is key, joins Uganda Clays’ 70-year celebrations
At the ceremony, Uganda Clays officially offered half an acre of land for the construction of St. Barbara Catholic Sub-Parish Church as a replacement for the St. Barbara Chapel that has been housed inside the company premises since the establishment of the company Kajjansi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Archbishop …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere speaks out against rampant corruption, youth unemployment
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of Kampala, Dr. Paul Ssemogerere, has highlighted five urgent challenges that Uganda must address to secure a better future for its citizens and prevent further decline. In an unconventional Christmas message delivered to the media at his office in Lubaga, following the …
Read More »Christians asked to embrace the true meaning of Christmas
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Christians across the country have been asked to embrace the true meaning of Christmas and desist from involving themselves in immoral acts. Delivering their messages during Christmas day celebrations, religious leaders from across the world said many people instead of reflecting on the birth of …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere issues directives on fundraising, to talk on Artificial Inteligence
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of Kampala Paul Ssemogerere, has issued a directive detailing fresh procedures for individuals, parishes, institutions, societies, and associations within the Archdiocese who seek to utilize its name in fundraising efforts from donors and agencies. The issuance of the new directive aims to …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere: Catholic church’s position on marriage is intact
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | His Grace Dr. Paul Ssemogerere, the Archbishop of Kampala, has reassured the Catholic faithful that the principles and traditions surrounding marriage in the Catholic Church remain steadfast and unaltered. Emphasizing that, according to Catholic doctrine, marriage constitutes the union between one man and a female, …
Read More »Archbishop Ssemogerere reshuffles priests
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of Kampala, His Grace Dr. Paul Ssemogerere, has reshuffled priests, reassigning numerous individuals to new positions and deploying recently ordained clergy members. The transfer list, signed off by the Archdiocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Male Ssentumbwe, and seen by our reporter, primarily affects …
Read More »Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere revives Sabasumba Annual Appeal Fund
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere has revived the Sabasumba Annual Appeal Fund (SAAFU), originally initiated by his predecessor, Dr Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, to address the financial needs of Kampala Archdiocese. The late Archbishop Lwanga, recognizing the reduced foreign support and aiming for a self-sustaining archdiocese, began …
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