The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) held its Annual Thanksgiving Prayers, a spiritually enriching event led by Archbishop Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, the 9th Archbishop of the Church of Uganda.
The ceremony held at the URSB headquarters in Kololo was attended by the Chairman, board of directors, Ambassador Francis Butagira and Registrar General Mercy K. Kainobwisho.
It brought together staff, board members, and stakeholders to reflect on the year’s blessings and renew their commitment to excellence in service.
Centered around the theme “Give Thanks in All Circumstances,” the event highlighted the importance of gratitude, unity, and faith in overcoming challenges and achieving collective success. URSB has for the last 8 years held annual thanksgiving prayers as part of the organizational culture to embrace godliness and unity in service.
Archbishop Samuel Kaziimba, in his keynote sermon, urged everyone to remain steadfast in their dedication to serving the nation and to embrace gratitude as a foundation for growth.
He further emphasized the importance of resilience and faith in navigating life’s uncertainties. He urged everyone to approach their work and personal lives with a spirit of thanksgiving and service.
“We must appreciate God for what he has done in our lives. Thanksgiving is an opportunity for us to make this known. Let us create a culture of forgiveness, unity and empathy, values that God wishes for humanity” the Archbishop said.
Ambassador Francis Butagira applauded management’s efforts in driving URSB’s vision and acknowledged the significance of integrating spiritual reflection into organizational culture.
He used the opportunity to announce ambitious plans to establish talent and innovation hubs aimed at fostering creativity, entrepreneurship, and professional development. He highlighted the importance of leveraging URSB’ young staff and Uganda’s youthful population to drive innovation and economic growth.
The Registrar General Mercy K. Kainobwisho expressed heartfelt thanks to the board, staff, and stakeholders for their unwavering support, emphasizing that faith and teamwork have been instrumental in URSB’s accomplishments.
She acknowledged the significant strides URSB has made in fostering innovation and delivering quality services but reminded staff that these achievements must be anchored in ethical conduct.
“Our values define us. Let us work with honesty and diligence. Our successes are the reason we are here to give thanks and celebrate” Kainobwisho added.
The Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast featured prayers, music, praise and worship, motivational speeches, and moments of reflection, fostering a sense of unity and purpose among participants.
The event reaffirmed URSB’s commitment to maintaining its core values of integrity, professionalism, and service excellence as it continues to play a pivotal role in Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
