Summary:
- Bishop Baluku urged the newly ordained priests to remain obedient to the sitting bishop and his successors.
KASESE: The Bishop of South Rwenzori Diocese, Rt. Rev. Nason Baluku, on Friday ordained five deacons into priesthood and three ordinands into deacons during a ceremony held at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Kasese District.
The newly ordained priests include Rev. Simon Bwambale, Rev. Zadoki Mbusa, Rev. Elieziel Muhindo, Rev. Joseph Jamada Bwambale, and Rev. James Bamuhayira. The new deacons are Milton Magezi from St. Paul’s Deanery, Jerald Mutendaji from Kinyamaseke Archdeaconry, and Brian Nsubuga from Kyarumba Archdeaconry.
The ordination service, held under the theme “Called to Serve Willingly,” also witnessed the commissioning of 38 lay readers, whom Bishop Baluku tasked with spreading the Gospel of Christ. Among those commissioned as lay readers were Edson Kananga, Michael Baluku, Simon Muhindo, Jockus Kule, Constance Masika, Miriam Mbambu, Danson Muhindo, Alex Muhotho, Paul Kadyeba, and Yoweri Marahi.
In his address, Bishop Baluku urged the newly ordained priests to remain obedient to the sitting bishop and his successors. He encouraged them to serve God’s people diligently to guide them away from sin.
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He also commended the parents of the newly ordained priests and lay readers for supporting their decision to join church ministry, emphasizing the importance of helping communities understand God’s message.
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Rev. Can. Michael Kitooke, Principal Tutor at Bishop Balya Theological College and retreat leader for the ceremony, delivered the sermon drawn from 2 Corinthians 3:1–3 where he reminded the clergy and lay readers of their responsibility to exemplify godly living. He emphasized that their actions should inspire the communities they serve, regardless of personal status, wealth, or background.
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