Kisubi Brothers launch centennial celebrations

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Celebrations to mark 100 years of the arrival of the Catholic Brothers of Christian Instruction (locally referred to as the Brothers of Kisubi) have started. 

The celebrations were launched during a memorable function at Mount St Theresa Kisubi (the Provincial headquarters of the Brothers) in Wakiso district on Wednesday (October 1).

Rev. Msgr. Dr. Larry Ssemusu (fore-front) unveils the foundation stone of the proposed centennial monument of the 100th anniversary of the Brothers of Christian Instruction during the launching of the centennial celebrations of the advent of the Brothers of Christian Instruction at Mount St. Theresa Kisubi on Wednesday,October 1, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The thanksgiving Mass was presided over by Rev. Msgr. Dr Lawrence Ssemusu, who represented the Archbishop of Kampala, Paul Ssemogerere.

In his homily, Ssemusu paid glowing tribute to the Brothers of Christian Instruction for their contribution to the Catholic Church, the country and the international community through their dynamic educational ministry.

The main celebrant, Msgr. Dr. Larry Ssemusu delivers his homily during mass. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

Ssemusu later asked the Brothers to start the next century of their presence in Uganda with even greater faith and determination, always trusting in the protection/providence of God, who, he said, will always be present with them to guide and give them the wisdom and ability to prevail over the challenges of modern society.

Bro. Casio Aizire is the Superior of the Brothers in charge of the Province of St Theresa of the Child Jesus that covers Uganda and South Sudan. He thanked all the people and institutions that have helped the Brothers to do their ministry through their positive collaboration, goodwill, spiritual and material support.

The Provincial Superior of the Brothers of Christian Instruction, Bro. Casio Aizire delivers his thanksgiving speech during the launching of the centenary celebration of the advent of the Brothers' institute in Uganda on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

He announced September 8, 2026, as the climax of the centennial celebration.

The chief guest, Eng. John Baptist Walusimbi, himself an alumnus of the Brothers, unveiled and launched the fundraising drive for the construction of the proposed Community House for the Elderly Brothers. 

The Chief Guest, Eng. John Baptist Walusimbi (right) launches the project of the proposed community house of the elderly Brothers of Christian Instruction as the Brothers' Provincial Superior, Bro. Casio Aizire (left) looks on. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The complex at Mount St Theresa Kisubi will also serve as the monument for the centenary of the Brothers’ advent in Uganda.

During Wednesday's function, various schools and institutions of the Brothers, solidarity institutions and individuals of good will donated about shillings 500 million towards the centennial monumental house of the elderly Brothers.

L-R: The Provincial Superior of the Brothers of Christian Instruction, Bro. Casio Aizire, the Chief Guest Eng. John Baptist Walusimbi, the Chaplain of the Brothers of Kisubi Fr. Andrew Kyagulanyi and the nursing and midwifery students from the University of Kisubi cutting cake in celebration of the launching of the centennial year of the advent of the Brothers of Christian Instruction in Uganda. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The Bothers of Christian Instruction came to Uganda (from Canada) in 1926 on the invitation of the White Fathers (Missionaries of Africa), to assist them with the administration of the schools they had founded.

Upon arrival, the Brothers, led by Bro. Charles Jules Poitras, took over administration of the current St Mary’s College Kisubi. Later on, they established or administered popular schools and higher institutions of learning.

Catholic priests concelebrated mass sharing a photo-moment with some of the Brothers of Christian Instruction and guests who graced the launching of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the advent of the Brothers in Uganda. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

These institutions include St Edward’s SSS Bukuumi, Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga, Caltec Academy Makerere, St Henry’s College Kitovu, St Charles Lwanga SS Kasasa, Bishop Comboni College Kambuga, St Savio Junior School Kisubi, Mugwanya Preparatory School Kabojja, and the University of Kisubi.