45 years of service: Msgr. Dr. Ssemusu celebrated for dedication to priesthood

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Interesting compliments have been paid to Msgr. Dr Larry Ssemusu, the inaugural Chaplain of St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Community, Makerere University Business School (MUBS), who this year marks 45 years in Catholic priesthood.

Ssemusu was praised with even greater admiration by the Deputy Katikkiro and Finance Minister of Buganda Kingdom, Robert Wagwa Nsibirwa, during the grand celebration for his 45th priestly anniversary at St Padre Pio Chapel, MUBS, Nakawa on October 4, 2025.

Msgr. Dr. Laarry Ssemusu (wearing a black cassock) is joined by Fr. Joseph Kirumira (left) and some members of the Pastoral Council of St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Community, MUBS, as he cuts cake in celebration of his 45th priestly anniversary and 70th birthday at MUBS on Saturday, October 4, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

“Ssemusu is an exemplary priest and accomplished educationist who has left a rich, holistic legacy everywhere he has been. He has built churches, presbyteries and schools. We thank him for his generosity and commitment to humanity,” he said.

Fr. Achilles Kiwanuka (the homilist) also made interesting statements about Ssemusu: Our brother Msgr. Dr Lawrence Ssemusu, you have done your priesthood with dedication, conviction and zeal. Your life and testimony also serve as proof that God can lift anybody from grass to grace.

Msgr. Dr. Larry Ssemusu (left) dances as Fr. Anthony Musaala croons a Gospel song. This was during Ssemusu's 45th priestly anniversary celebration at St. Padre Pio Chapel, MUBS, Nakawa on Saturday, October 4, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

Ssemusu was also lauded by local celebrities, including Fr. Anthony Aliddeki Musaala and singer Spice Diana of the Siri Regular fame.

Ssemusu thanked all those who have supported him in his ministry. He mentioned, among others, his family members, his brother priests, his successive bishops, and his bosses at the respective institutions where he has worked, including Uganda Martyrs University and MUBS, where he is currently stationed.

Msgr. Dr. Laarry Ssemusu (wearing a black cassock) is joined by Fr. Joseph Kirumira (left) and some members of the Pastoral Council of St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Community, MUBS, as he cuts cake in celebration of his 45th priestly anniversary and 70th birth-day at MUBS on Saturday, October 4, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

During the function, Ssemusu celebrated 45 years in priesthood, 70 years of life, and 21 years of mission at MUBS.

He also launched his book, From Banana Plantation to the Altar. Ssemusu also inaugurated the Board of St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Chaplaincy (MUBS). The Catholic community of MUBS also welcomed the new students.

Msgr. Dr. Laarry Ssemusu (wearing a black cassock) is joined by Fr. Joseph Kirumira (left) and some members of the Pastoral Council of St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Community, MUBS, as he cuts cake in celebration of his 45th priestly anniversary and 70th birthday at MUBS on Saturday, October 4, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

Last but not least, a fundraising drive for the construction of the proposed Cardinal Emmanuel Wamala Students Centre, MUBS, was also launched.