Summary:
- Bishop Baluku attributed the high incidence of domestic violence in many families across the district to the adoption of Western marriage customs.
KASESE: The Bishop of South Rwenzori Diocese, Rt. Rev. Nason Baluku, emphasized the need for Christians to restore the Kikonzo culture, particularly regarding marriage, as a means to combat domestic violence in many families in Kasese district.
Bishop Baluku made this call while confirming 163 individuals into the Anglican faith at St. Barnabas Kinyamaseke Church of Uganda Parish, Kinyamaseke Archdeaconry.
Bishop Baluku attributed the high incidence of domestic violence in many families across the district to the adoption of Western marriage customs.
He expressed his disappointment with modern practices, such as hiring functional aunts, and lectured parents on the traditional roles of aunts and uncles in marriage development.
The Prelate questioned why domestic violence cases were prevalent, especially among elite families, arguing that successful marriages are determined by behavior, not education level.
Bishop Baluku discouraged religious leaders from the alleged practice of online registration for those intending to marry.
Bishop Baluku delivered his sermon based on the Biblical Book of James 1:19-21.
