Catholic church to mark 60 years of canonized Uganda Martyrs

The Uganda Martyrs are a group of 22 Catholics converted to Christianity and were executed between January 31, 1885 and January 27, 1887 on orders of Kabaka Mwanga II.

PREMIUM News

The Archbishop of Kampala, Paul Ssemogerere, Fr Joseph Mukasa Muwonge (R), Parish Priest of Namugongo, Fr Vincent Lubega (left) moving with them during the pilgrimage Mass. (Credit: Juliet Lukwago)
NewVision Reporter
@NewVision
#Religion #Catholics #Uganda Martyrs #Archbishop Ssemogerere #Mpigi

____________

The Catholic Church has announced to mark 60 years since the Uganda Martyrs were canonized in Rome by Pope Paul VI on October 18, 1964.

The 22 martyrs were

Login to begin your journey to our premium content