President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has commended the Bishop Emeritus of Kabale Diocese for partnering with the government to promote development and improve livelihoods. In a written message delivered by Finance Minister Henry Musasizi, Museveni urged the church to focus on wealth creation and skills development, particularly among young people, to address unemployment and increase household incomes. This call is part of the government's efforts to drive economic growth and reduce poverty.
The President's message was conveyed during the consecration and installation of Bishop Bonaventure Gubazire as the new bishop of Kabale Diocese. Museveni encouraged Bishop Gubazire to spread the gospel of prosperity and urged the church to establish more economic projects that can support its work and uplift communities. The President's initiative aims to leverage the church's influence to promote economic development and improve the lives of Ugandans.
As a gesture of goodwill, President Museveni gifted Bishop Gubazire a brand-new Land Cruiser for his pastoral work, presented by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa. This donation is expected to facilitate the bishop's mobility and effectiveness in his new role. Bishop Gubazire, a member of the Missionaries of Africa, brings over two decades of experience as a missionary abroad to his new position.
Finance Minister Henry Musasizi congratulated Bishop Gubazire and urged him to serve God's people with dedication. Musasizi asked the bishop to utilize his experience to transform Kabale Diocese spiritually, economically, and socially. The minister pledged the government's continued collaboration with the church, emphasizing the importance of their partnership in driving development and improving livelihoods.
Bishop Gubazire was appointed by Pope Leo XIV, and the Nunciature in Uganda announced his appointment on July 15. As the fifth bishop of Kabale Diocese, he is expected to lead the diocese's spiritual and developmental initiatives. The bishop's installation is seen as an opportunity for the church to strengthen its role in promoting development and improving the lives of Ugandans.
The consecration and installation ceremony of Bishop Gubazire was attended by various dignitaries, including government officials and church leaders. The event marked a significant milestone in the life of Kabale Diocese, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the community. The church's efforts to promote development and improve livelihoods are seen as crucial in addressing the socio-economic challenges facing Uganda.
The partnership between the government and the church is expected to yield positive results in the areas of wealth creation, skills development, and poverty reduction. Key to this partnership is the church's role in promoting economic development and improving the lives of Ugandans, particularly young people. The initiative is seen as a step towards achieving sustainable development and improving the well-being of Ugandans.
Key points
- President Museveni urges the church to focus on wealth creation and skills development to address unemployment and increase household incomes.
- Bishop Gubazire brings over two decades of experience as a missionary abroad to his new role as the bishop of Kabale Diocese.
- The government and the church are strengthening their partnership to drive development and improve livelihoods in Uganda.
