Summary:
- Rev. Fr. Frederick Obore, the Parish Priest of Toroma Parish, was the principal celebrant and urged the faithful to support God’s work through their contributions and reminded couples to honor their wedding vows, encouraging them to maintain trust in each other.
KATAKWI: In a joyful celebration of St. Francis Day in Katakwi District, seven couples tied the knot, 51 couples renewed their wedding vows, and 26 infants were baptized. The event took place at St. Francis Alukucok, Akoboi Sub-county in Ngariam County on Sunday, October 13, 2024.
Rev. Fr. Frederick Obore, the Parish Priest of Toroma Parish, was the principal celebrant. He urged the faithful to support God’s work through their contributions and reminded couples to honor their wedding vows, encouraging them to maintain trust in each other.
Fr. Obore also emphasized that God is the ultimate provider and protector. He appealed to politicians in Katakwi District and the greater Teso region to remain humble and peaceful, particularly after elections. He cautioned Christians against neglecting God’s kingdom and urged them to seek His presence and wisdom.
Local leaders Michael Emorut, LC1 Otuboi, and Julius Oumo, LC1 Otome Village, both from Alukucok parishes, affirmed the community’s commitment to supporting development initiatives.
Yoweri Aboket, a UPC member and LCV councilor aspirant, also emphasized the importance of following a developmental path. He praised Daniel Mulalu, a private secretary in charge of political mobilization and affairs in the President’s Office, for his generous contributions to the community.
Mulalu, through the KAZI NI KAZI Foundation, donated a bull worth UGX 2 million for the St. Francis Day celebration and pledged an additional 100 bags of cement for the construction of Alukucok Subzone, Toroma Parish. He also contributed UGX 200,000 towards the purchase of five bags of cement for St. Pankarus Parish, Toroma.
In his remarks, Mulalu highlighted the Foundation’s mission to address social challenges affecting the community. He urged people to focus on service delivery rather than political violence during the upcoming elections.
James Michael Elungat, the Chairperson of St. Francis Alukucok, praised Mulalu’s early support, which contributed to the successful celebration. John Michael Okuoro, the Chairperson of the organizing committee, added that Mulalu’s donations helped save UGX 2 million, which was allocated for catering services.
Hon. Geoffrey Omolo, LCV Chairperson of Katakwi District, also weighed in on the political climate, reminding the community that while politics is temporary, it is important to choose the right leaders.
Jorem Obukui, LC3 coordinator for Minister Peter Ogwang, donated UGX 1 million to support the event. He echoed the call for peace and honesty during the election period.
