Summary:
- Bishop Asiimwe urged Christians to dedicate their lives to God and resist temptations from the devil, including vices like prostitution and drug abuse.
RUKUNGIRI: The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, on Sunday ordained 20 deacons into priesthood and one ordinand as a deacon during a service held at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano in Rukungiri Municipality.
Presiding over the ceremony, Bishop Asiimwe urged Christians to dedicate their lives to God and resist temptations from the devil, including vices like prostitution and drug abuse. He also called on priests to remain steadfast in their ministry and to foster cooperation with their congregations.
In his sermon, Venerable Joram Akoragye, the Archdeacon of Rubaare Archdeaconry in South Ankole Diocese, reminded Christians that they are temples of God and should avoid defiling themselves with ungodly practices. He encouraged priests to support one another and work together to advance the kingdom of God.
The service also marked the retirement of three Reverends and three Archdeacons from active ministry. Among those retiring were Rev. Canon James Busiigye from Kashenyi Archdeaconry, Rev. Canon Eldard Kashanje from Nyakagyeme Archdeaconry, and Ven. Elias Mbagi from Bugangari Archdeaconry.
Muhabura Diocese Ordains Two Priests:
In a related event, the Bishop of Muhabura Diocese, Rt. Rev. Godfrey Mbitse, ordained two deacons who include Rev. Safari Vian and Rev. Innocent Mugiraneza into priesthood during a service at St. Andrew’s Cathedral Seseme in Kisoro Municipality.
Bishop Mbitse encouraged the newly ordained priests to lead their congregations with dignity and humility.
Delivering the sermon, Rev. Canon Emmanuel Ndimukaga from the Anglican Church of Rwanda urged the ordained priests to minister wholeheartedly in accordance with God’s will. He emphasized the importance of adhering to church schedules and calendars as a means to effectively transform the lives of believers.
CUE IN REV. CANON NDIMUKAGA……ON PRIESTS……RR//
