Archbishop backs Rubaga’s Ssendikadiwa
Apr 12, 2009
Kampala Catholic Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga supports Justin Ssendikadiwa, an Independent candidate, in the Rubaga Division LC 3 race.
By Catherine Bekunda, Jude Kafuma and Juliet Lukwago
Kampala Catholic Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga supports Justin Ssendikadiwa, an Independent candidate, in the Rubaga Division LC 3 race.
Addressing the congregation at Rubaga Cathedral yesterday, Lwanga said: “We also have one of our own Ssendikadiwa, let us pray for him.â€
Other candidates in the race are Peter Ssematimba (NRM), James Makumbi (DP), Joyce Ssebugwaawo (FDC), Henry Lubowa (Social Democratic Party) and Abdu Karim Kigunddu (Independent).
Vice-president Prof. Gilbert Bukenya advised the congregation to vote wisely. “Don’t vote for people who are giving you soap and other things but those who are willing to work for you and are on the ground.â€
Lwanga also warned Christians against corruption, child abuse and sacrifice, which he blamed on greed for earthly riches.
“A child’s head cannot bring you riches, but curses as you are left worried of your actions,†he warned.
Lwanga also warned against homosexuality and drug abuse.
He urged Christians to respect one another. Lwanga advised married couples to love each other and to always remember the vows they took.
At All Saints Cathedral in Nakasero, Church of Uganda Archbishop Luke Orombi urged the congregation to repent and give their life to God.
“When God gets to know you by name, he will care for you, promote you spiritually and will bring you closer to Himself,†Orombi added.
At Christ the King Church, Kampala, a priest slammed President Yoweri Museveni for appointing members of his family into government positions.
Fr. John Sekabembe yesterday said Christians were called upon to promote equity.
President Yoweri Museveni recently appointed his wife, Janet, as state minister in charge of Karamoja affairs.
Sekabembe urged Christians to try and lead a God-fearing life as they had been doing during the 40 days of lent.
At St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Gulu, Archbishop John Baptist Odama appealed to the people of Acholi and the north not to allow the region to slide back into war and suffering.
Odama also advised the people of Acholi to always pray and be God-fearing.
“We should avoid issues such as murder, child sacrifice, corruption, defilement, drunkardness and smoking marijuana. Bad habits breed discontent and anger in society,†he said.
Odama also urged politicians to look to God for guidance while carrying out their work.
He also advised them against misleading the electorate and inciting them to fight.
Additional reporting by Fortunate Ahimbisibwe, Justin Moro and Conan Businge
Kampala Catholic Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga supports Justin Ssendikadiwa, an Independent candidate, in the Rubaga Division LC 3 race.
Addressing the congregation at Rubaga Cathedral yesterday, Lwanga said: “We also have one of our own Ssendikadiwa, let us pray for him.â€
Other candidates in the race are Peter Ssematimba (NRM), James Makumbi (DP), Joyce Ssebugwaawo (FDC), Henry Lubowa (Social Democratic Party) and Abdu Karim Kigunddu (Independent).
Vice-president Prof. Gilbert Bukenya advised the congregation to vote wisely. “Don’t vote for people who are giving you soap and other things but those who are willing to work for you and are on the ground.â€
Lwanga also warned Christians against corruption, child abuse and sacrifice, which he blamed on greed for earthly riches.
“A child’s head cannot bring you riches, but curses as you are left worried of your actions,†he warned.
Lwanga also warned against homosexuality and drug abuse.
He urged Christians to respect one another. Lwanga advised married couples to love each other and to always remember the vows they took.
At All Saints Cathedral in Nakasero, Church of Uganda Archbishop Luke Orombi urged the congregation to repent and give their life to God.
“When God gets to know you by name, he will care for you, promote you spiritually and will bring you closer to Himself,†Orombi added.
At Christ the King Church, Kampala, a priest slammed President Yoweri Museveni for appointing members of his family into government positions.
Fr. John Sekabembe yesterday said Christians were called upon to promote equity.
President Yoweri Museveni recently appointed his wife, Janet, as state minister in charge of Karamoja affairs.
Sekabembe urged Christians to try and lead a God-fearing life as they had been doing during the 40 days of lent.
At St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Gulu, Archbishop John Baptist Odama appealed to the people of Acholi and the north not to allow the region to slide back into war and suffering.
Odama also advised the people of Acholi to always pray and be God-fearing.
“We should avoid issues such as murder, child sacrifice, corruption, defilement, drunkardness and smoking marijuana. Bad habits breed discontent and anger in society,†he said.
Odama also urged politicians to look to God for guidance while carrying out their work.
He also advised them against misleading the electorate and inciting them to fight.
Additional reporting by Fortunate Ahimbisibwe, Justin Moro and Conan Businge