Summary:
- The Provincial Assembly will bring together delegates from each of the 39 dioceses of the Church of Uganda, representatives from partner organizations and agencies, and other guests invited as observers.
KAMPALA: The Church of Uganda will hold its 27th Provincial Assembly at Uganda Christian University under the theme “Imitating God’s Goodness in Doing Good,” based on Galatians 6:9.
According to a press release issued on August 19th, 2024, by the Provincial Secretary, Rev. Canon William Ongeng, delegates will arrive on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024, and depart on August 23rd, 2024.
“On the same day (August 20th, 2024), Bishops of the Church of Uganda who serve as trustees of both the Church of Uganda and Uganda Christian University will participate in a day-long strategic meeting with the University’s management,” said Rev. Canon Ongeng.
He further stated that the Provincial Assembly will commence with a Holy Communion service at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024, followed by the official opening ceremony at 9 a.m.
“The chief guest will be Mr. John Musinguzi Rujoki, the Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA). Mr. Rujoki is a born-again Christian and a respected preacher, known for his impactful Bible teachings and expositions that have transformed many lives,” he added.
Rev. Canon Ongeng also noted, “As the supreme governing body of the Church of Uganda, the Provincial Assembly convenes every two years to deliberate on critical church matters and provide strategic direction for its development and self-sustainability.”
The Provincial Assembly will bring together delegates from each of the 39 dioceses of the Church of Uganda, representatives from partner organizations and agencies, and other guests invited as observers.
