By Kyamanduma Patrick,
The body of the late Rev. Fr. John Birungi Kithendere, the first priest to be ordained in the Diocese of Kasese, has been laid to rest at Kasanga Catholic Parish, with a call on Christian to engage in farming as a way to fight poverty.
Speaking to the mourners shortly after presiding over the requiem mass, the Bishop of the Diocese of Kasese, Rt. Rev. Francis Aquirinus Kibira, described the late Rev. Fr. Kithendere as a committed servant of God.
He urged Christians to take part in both cash and food crop farming to enable them to pay school fees for their children and ensure food security, in line with a recent sensitization message by Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga.
Bishop Kibira one speaking….
Bishop Kibira also used the occasion to call for peaceful campaigns from all aspiring candidates in Kasese District. Bishop Kibira two speaking…
Earlier, during the homily presided over on behalf of the Bishop, the Education Secretary of the Diocese of Kasese, Rev. Fr. Joseph Mbusa, reminded Christians that there is a time for everything. He described the late Fr. Kithendere as a talented composer of Catholic hymns, among other contributions. Fr. Joseph Speaking…..
The former Minister of Defence, Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga, urged mourners to prioritize food security, education, and the planting of Robusta coffee, among other initiatives. Dr. Kiyonga speaking….
May his soul rest in Eternal Peace. END