Bible Society rebrands life membership category

The Board of Governors of the Bible Society of Uganda (BSU) has modified the organisation’s life membership policy. 

A spectacle of Anglican Prelates and other Christians during the progression of the 38th AGM of the Bible Society at Buganda Road Play Ground on Friday, April 28, 2023.

Previously, a life member was not subjected to any other task after paying the mandatory fee of sh1m. 

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of BSU, Pastor Christian Aliddeki (holding a microphone) delivers his remarks.

But now, under the new arrangement, the life member is encouraged to create a “Life Membership Family Tree” by recruiting members of his/her family.

The Honorary Treasurer of BSU, Moses Kibirige delivers his report.

The initiative was unveiled by the Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Bible Society, the Rev. Fr. Dr. Richard Mark Ssajjabbi, during the organisation’s Annual General Assembly (AGM) at Buganda Road Primary School sports ground on April 28, 2023.

Hon. Rhoda Kalema delivers her thanksgiving remarks after receiving her accolade.

 “Life membership was noted to be a game changer in our local income generation in 2022. The board, therefore, agreed to rebrand this category by introducing life membership family trees. The amount paid by each individual member remains the same but the motivation is that current life members will be encouraged to recruit their family members as well,” Ssajjabbi said.

The President of the Bible Society, Justice Mike Chibita shares a light moment with one of the organization's most active members

The organisation’s General Secretary, Simon Peter Mukhama briefed the delegates about the progress of the new Bible House Building, which he said, will be finished soon.

The Honorary Treasurer, Moses Kibirige announced a drastic improvement in the organisation’s total asset value.

A spectacle of Anglican Prelates and other Christians during the progression of the 38th AGM of the Bible Society at Buganda Road Play Ground on Friday, April 28, 2023.

During the function, a number of BSU members were awarded for their outstanding achievements and commitment to the organization. 

Among them was Hon. Rhoda Kalema, who received an accolade for being a life member twice, an honorary member and the most active honorary member. 

Bishop Emeritus James Ssebaggala makes a submission.

Pastor Nicholas Wafula and his wife Elizabeth Wafula were recognized for attaining 50 years of marriage. 

Simon Peter Mukhama and his wife Ruth Mukama were also congratulated on their 25th wedding anniversary.

The function was beautifully animated by the students’ gospel ensemble from Kennedy Senior Secondary School and the Worship Team from St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University.

The Bible Society President, Justice Mike Chibita and the Vice-President, Canon Rebecca Nyegenye chaired the meeting which ran under the theme: Living as People of A new Covenant (Jeremiah 31:31).