The State Minister for Information and National Guidance, Hon. Godfrey Baluku Kabbyanga, has urged religious leaders and believers in Kasese District to embrace hard work, love, peace, and unity, saying these values are crucial for the church to achieve its mission.
Speaking at the Rwenzori Field Quinquennium session at Kasese Better Living Centre District Church on Saturday, Minister Kabbyanga emphasized the role of the church in fostering moral values and community development.
Eliphaz Muhindi, the elected LC5 District Chairperson, commended religious institutions for not only spreading the gospel but also promoting peace and establishing community services, including healthcare, education centers, and financial institutions, which he said are vital for sustainable development in the area.
Muhindi also called on parents and guardians to prioritize the education of school-going children as a key investment in the district’s future.
During the event, the Rwenzori Field Seventh-day Adventist Church officially elected its field departmental officials, with a call for transparency and action-oriented leadership to drive the church’s growth and development.
The newly elected officials include Pr. Paul Mumbere as Field President, Pr. Sanasio Kalemire as Stewardship Officer, Pr. Rukala Erisa as Education Officer, Pr. Israel Byamukama overseeing Ministerial and Family Life Affairs and Asinas Mbambu as Women and Children Coordinator, among others.
Archbishop Pr. Samuel Kajoba, asked the new leadership and believers to embrace servant leadership, integrity, empathy, and adherence to the Ten Commandments.
He highlighted empowerment, collaboration, resilience, and adaptability as the main pillars for the church’s future.
Pr. Paul Mumbere, the new Field President, applauded believers for entrusting the departmental officials and called for a collective effort to advance the gospel mission.
He pledged to uphold God’s teachings to ensure spiritual transformation and everlasting life for the community.
