Summary:
- He warned that such practices could eventually drive Christians away from church.
KISORO: Bukimbiri County legislator Hon. Eddie Kwizera has urged fellow politicians to refrain from seeking votes in churches, emphasizing that churches are not intended for political activities.
He warned that such practices could eventually drive Christians away from church.
Hon. Kwizera made these remarks on Sunday during a fundraising event at Kashigye Catholic Church in Nyundo Parish, Kisoro District, where he served as the chief guest. In his speech, he advised Christians to resist the intrusion of politics into church events, particularly fundraisers where some politicians exploit the opportunity for political gain.
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Hon. Kwizera also highlighted the importance of respecting the appropriate time for different activities, using burial ceremonies as an example where politics should not disrupt communal mourning.
At the event, Hon. Kwizera donated 1,000 timber planks for the church roof, purchased goods worth 3 million shillings, and completed the church’s beam work. Each attending priest received a gift from Hon. Kwizera as a token of appreciation for their service to the people of Bukimbiri County. His political opponent, represented by Fr. Fideris, contributed 100,000 shillings towards the same cause.
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LCV Councilor Kirundo Sub County also supported Hon. Kwizera’s stance, condemning political activities in churches. He noted that such activities undermine church performance and demoralize congregants.
Councilor Kirundo further requested church leaders to avoid praising or campaigning for politicians from the pulpit, as this reflects poorly on the church’s image.
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The fundraising event successfully raised a total of 9 million shillings for the church roof.
