Summary:
- Tumuheirwe, renowned for hosting programs like Himbisa Mukama, Amagara No’rugyendo, and English news anchoring, is celebrated not only for her professional journalism but also for mentoring young journalists and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ.
RUKUNGIRI: It was a day of pomp and glamour as Benon Tugume, the Principal of Rukungiri Institute of Management, walked down the aisle with Jackline Tumuheirwe, a celebrated journalist and the station manager of a Rukungiri-based radio station.
The exchange of vows took place at Yakobo Orikwera Buhandagazi Church of Uganda in Nyabiteete Archdeaconry, North Kigezi Diocese, on 15th December 2024.
The two lovebirds pledged before Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese and chief celebrant, to love each other for better or worse, till death parts them.
Tumuheirwe, renowned for hosting programs like Himbisa Mukama, Amagara No’rugyendo, and English news anchoring, is celebrated not only for her professional journalism but also for mentoring young journalists and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The wedding ceremony was combined with a thanksgiving service and the baptism of their children, Itungo Jordan and Ihunde Ona.
Bishop Asiimwe commended Tumuheirwe for her dedication to broadcasting his pastoral visits, which help spread the gospel across the diocese.
In his sermon, Bishop Asiimwe emphasized three pillars for a successful marriage: love, submission, and faith in Jesus Christ.
He advised the couple to love each other, remain submissive, and keep Christ at the center of their marriage for lasting happiness.
With a radiant smile, Tumuheirwe thanked her husband for being her biggest supporter and guide during her radio broadcasts.
She described Benon as a counselor, teacher, and friend.
In his speech, Benon Tugume expressed his gratitude to Bishop Asiimwe and Ven. Enock Karamuzi of Nyabiteete Archdeaconry for their teachings on marriage.
He emphasized that learning is a lifelong journey, from birth to death.
