University Of Saint Joseph Mbarara

Today, I joined the faithful from across the country, priests, political and other leaders, and the Christians of Kabale Diocese at the St. Ignatius University playground in Kabale Town for the Episcopal ordination of Rt. Rev. Dr. Bonaventure Bosco Gubazire, the new bishop of Kabale Diocese. I pledged my utmost support to him as he begins the journey of shepherding the flock. We all know what the Church can do in transforming societies. The Church is one of the most important partners of the government in development. As H.E. @KagutaMuseveni noted in remarks delivered by the Minister of Finance, Hon. @henrymusasizi1, the Church in Kabale Diocese has played a crucial role in the socio-economic transformation of the people of Kigezi. The President said the Church should continue on the path of promoting initiatives that improve the lives of the people it serves. He also said the government will continue to look to the Church as a partner in the fight against household poverty. I thanked the Emeritus Bishop, Rt. Rev. Callistus Rubaramira, for his service to the people of Kigezi, which combined spiritual nourishment with socio-economic transformation. He promoted financial self-reliance through the Bishop’s Annual Appeal Fund (BAAF). Under his leadership, the diocese invested in income-generating infrastructure, including commercial buildings across the diocese. In education, he supported schools and founded St. Ignatius University Kabale. Congratulations to Rt. Rev. Dr. Bonaventure Bosco Gubazire on assuming this important responsibility, which requires a commitment to service beyond self every day. I wish you God’s guidance and grace as you embark on this journey.