Day: July 31, 2026

Today, the Bishop of the Diocese of Kinkiizi, Rt. Rev. Dan Zoreka, accompanied by Mama Flora Zoreka, visited Kangarame Church of Uganda Parish for a Confirmation and Farewell Service.

During the service, Bishop Dan confirmed 66 Christians, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their faith, committed to the teachings of Christ, and active in the life and ministry of the Church.

Bishop commissioning newly confirmed Christians

The occasion also marked part of the Bishop’s farewell tour as he prepares to retire next year. He expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the clergy, church leaders, and Christians of Kangarame Parish for their unwavering prayers, support, and partnership throughout his episcopal ministry. He urged them to continue serving God faithfully and to uphold unity within the Church.

Rt.Rev. Dan Zoreka preaching to Christians

Mama Flora Zoreka also thanked the congregation for their love and support over the years and encouraged families to remain rooted in Christian values

The service was attended by clergy, parish leaders, and hundreds of Christians who gathered to celebrate the confirmation of the candidates and to bid farewell to Bishop Dan and Mama Flora as they continue their farewell pastoral visits across the Diocese.

Emmanuel Church of Uganda, Kibimbiri Parish Council members attending meeting with Compassion International

Emmanuel Church of Uganda, Kibimbiri Parish, marked a significant milestone on 30/07/2026 with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Compassion International, officially paving the way for the implementation of the Kibimbiri Compassion Project.

The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Diocesan Secretary, Rev. Elizabeth Akandiinda, who represented the Diocese during the event. The partnership underscores a shared commitment to holistic child development through interventions in education, healthcare, spiritual nurture, and social transformation.

In centre, Rev.Elizabeth Akandiinda witnessing signing of M.O.U. right is Rev.Canon Herbert Kiconco the Archdeacon Kihiihi Archdeaconry and on her left is Rev Benon Ntampanvu the parish priest Kibimbiri.

As part of the day’s proceedings, a seven-member Interim Committee was constituted to guide the initial implementation of the project and coordinate preparations for its successful rollout. The implementation roadmap was also presented, outlining key activities and milestones for the project’s commencement.

In a further demonstration of their commitment to safeguarding children, members of the Parish Council signed the Child and Youth Protection and Safeguarding Code of Conduct, affirming their dedication to upholding the highest standards of child protection, integrity, and accountability throughout the implementation of the project.

The Diocese of Kinkiizi thanks God for this important milestone and looks forward to seeing the Kibimbiri Compassion Project positively impact the lives of children, families, and the wider community through this partnership.

To God be the glory.