By Peter Masereka,
Members of the Kasese Diocesan Liturgical Committee for the 3rd June National Martyrs Day celebrations have visited the Namugongo Martyrs Catholic Shrine to appreciate the magnitude of the event and to acquaint themselves with the physical design of the site as part of preparations for the upcoming Martyrs celebrations.
The team was received by the Shrine’s Rector, Reverend Fr. Vincent Lubega, who urged the diocesan organizing committee to enhance cooperation with relevant stakeholders, particularly national security agencies.
He encouraged them to consult and learn from both the mistakes and successes of previous hosts in order to ensure a better and well-coordinated pilgrimage.
Fr. Lubega speaking…
Rev. Fr. Vincent Muhindo, the committee chairperson, said the members also visited the site with the purpose of familiarizing themselves with it and mapping out key operational points. He noted that this would help the committee gain a better understanding of the shrine as they make proper preparations for the annual celebrations. Fr. Vincent speaking 1…
The Vicar General of Lugazi Diocese, Monsignor Richard Kayondo, urged future hosts to take the issue of identification seriously. He emphasized that issuing reflector jackets to their team members would help minimize confusion and possible confrontations between organizers and national security personnel.
However, Rev. Fr. Vincent Muhindo reiterated the diocese’s commitment to delivering a colorful and successful celebration. Fr. Vincent speaking 2…
It should be remembered that Diocese of Kasese last animated the Namugongo Martyrs Day celebrations ten years ago under Bishop Egidio Nkaijanabwo, and will animate this year’s celebrations under Bishop Francis Kibira, under the theme “Christ is Alive in You and Me.”. END