Tag Archive: North Kigezi Diocese

The lay reader of Kafunjo C.O.U has been transferred to Kibunda

January 26, 2026    By admin

Rukungiri: The lay reader of Kafunjo Church of Uganda, located in Kafunjo village, Buyanja Sub-county in Rukungiri District, Israel Mfitumukiza has been transferred to Kibunda Church of Uganda. Mfitumukiza has served at Kafunjo Church of Uganda for four years. While addressing the congregation on January 26, he expressed confidence that... Read More

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

Church Leader Urges Christians to Work Hard, Forgive, and Embrace Generosity

November 30, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The head of laity at Yakobo Orikwera Buhandazi Church of Uganda Parish, Benon Tugume, has called on Christians to work hard, forgive, and live responsibly. While preaching during today’s service November 30, where Tugume and his wife, Jackline Tumuheirwe the Station Manager of Country Radio held a thanksgiving ceremony,... Read More

Dean Amatsiko Urges Believers to Trust in Jesus’ Sovereignty

November 23, 2025    By Country Radio

Rukungiri: Christians have been urged to put their trust in the sovereignty of Jesus Christ and remain strong in faith. This message was delivered on November 23, by The Very Rev. Amatsiko Niwegariho, Dean of Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano, during a thanksgiving ceremony held at the home of Akunda Peace Burwomwe... 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