Tag Archive: Bishop Asiimwe

Clergy Transfers and Promotions Mark New Changes in North Kigezi Diocese

January 2, 2026    By Country Radio

Rukungiri: The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, has announced a major reshuffle of clergy during a Diocesan Council meeting held on January 2 at Emmanuel Cathedral, Kinyasano in Rukungiri District. According to sources, several key changes were made in diocesan leadership and parish postings. Rev. Muntulive... Read More

Bishop Asiimwe Calls for Unity Ahead of Christmas and 2026 Elections

December 20, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: As Uganda prepares for the Christmas festivities and the 2026 general elections, the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, has appealed to all Ugandans to remain united despite their different political views and party affiliations. Bishop Asiimwe made the appeal on December 20, during a Christmas... Read More

North Kigezi Diocese Officially Retires 8 Priests During Ordination Ceremony

December 11, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The North Kigezi Diocese has officially retired eight priests from active service after many years of dedicated ministry. Their retirement was announced on December 7, during the ordination of seven new clergy in a ceremony held at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano grounds in Rukungiri District. Those retired include Rev. Bernard... Read More

Bishop Asiimwe Ordains 7 Clergy at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano

December 7, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, has ordained seven clergy members during a colourful service held at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano grounds. The ceremony attracted a large congregation and several dignitaries. Six ordinands were on December 7, admitted to the diaconate, including Ord. Joshua Asiimwe, Ord.... Read More

Bishop Onesimus Asiimwe Urges Students to Live God-Fearing and Disciplined Lives

November 9, 2025    By admin

Rikungiri: The Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, has urged students to open their hearts to Jesus Christ and live disciplined, God-fearing lives as future leaders of the nation. Presiding over a Confirmation Service on November 9, at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano in Rukungiri district, Bishop Asiimwe thanked... Read More

Bishop Asiimwe Criticizes Government Over Poor State of Buyanja–Nyakaina Road

November 2, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesmus Asiimwe, has strongly criticized the government for failing to improve the Buyanja–Nyakaina road, which connects to Kabale University Rukungiri Campus. Bishop Asiimwe made the remarks on November 2, during the closure of a three-day diocesan mission held at St. John’s... Read More

380 Christians Confirmed into the Anglican Faith in Rukungiri

October 6, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesmus Asiimwe, confirmed 380 Christians into the Anglican faith during his pastoral visit to All Saints Church, Rukungiri. The event took place on October 5, in Southern Division, Rukungiri Municipality. In his sermon, Bishop Asiimwe urged young children to respect their... Read More