Easter: Ugandans called to reject violence, embrace peace

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Bishop Samuel Lwandasa has urged Ugandans to prioritise good conduct during the Easter period, stressing the need for collective responsibility in maintaining security and promoting peace in homes and places of worship.

He noted that peace fosters development, reduces fear, and supports social stability.

During Easter prayers in Mukono on Sunday (April 5), the leader of the born-again faith in the greater Mukono area and Bishop of Mt Lebanon Christian Centre Cathedral, expressed deep concern over the rising cases of murder across the country, citing the recent killing of young children at a school in Ggaba, Kampala, on April 2, 2026.

Bishop Lwandasa said the acts committed were "purely satanic", and urged Ugandans to remain vigilant, live as responsible citizens, and uphold moral values.

Bishop Dr Samuel Lwandasa leading the worship with Mt. Lebanon Mass Chior.

“I urge you to seek peace and do good. You ought to do good for your Lord, for your country, and for those who employ you. But some of you, when you become bosses, you mistreat your workers, and when you are workers, you also mistreat your employers by abusing the power and positions you hold.”

The remarks were made during an Easter sermon at Mt Lebanon Christian Centre Cathedral in Mukono, where believers from different churches had gathered for prayers.

The bishop based his message on Psalm 34:14, which calls on believers to depart from evil, do good, and pursue peace.

He called on Ugandans to turn away from immoral acts, quarrels, drunkenness, corruption, hatred, and other destructive behaviours.

“I myself have been asking myself where this man came from to kill children. That is no small matter. And here we are praying for all Ugandans to increase vigilance in our various places, and for the government to strengthen its efforts to protect people and their property, because peace must prevail. We Ugandans should not destroy the peace.”

Bishop Lwandasa also sympathised with traders affected by evictions under the implementation of a nationwide trade order, noting that some members of his congregation had been impacted.

He encouraged them to remain steadfast in faith, emphasising that God is the ultimate source of help.