A new chapter in the Kasenge community’s spiritual and civic life was marked on Sunday as Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere officially inaugurated St. Bruno Serunkuma Catholic Church as an independent sub-parish.
The occasion was also an opportunity for the Archbishop to speak out against the ongoing human rights abuses, including torture and illegal detentions, reportedly affecting Ugandans.
The Archbishop condemned these actions as violations of human dignity, calling them incompatible with the values of faith and justice that the Church upholds. He urged the Ugandan government and the public to adopt a path of peace, reconciliation, and respect for human rights.
“These acts of torture and unlawful detentions are a stain on the dignity of every person,” Archbishop Ssemogerere stated. “As a nation, we must reject violence and seek solutions through justice and forgiveness.”
The celebration, which drew an enthusiastic crowd from the local community and beyond, also included the formal reading of the declaration establishing the new sub-parish. St. Bruno Serunkuma Church, previously part of the Kyengera, Nabingo, and Nakawuka parishes, is now a fully recognized entity within the Kampala Archdiocese.
Rev. Fr. Steven Mayanja was appointed the first parish priest of St. Bruno Serunkuma. In his address, Fr. Mayanja expressed his commitment to guiding the parish in both spiritual and social matters, focusing on unity and growth.
Kasenge residents and local leaders praised the establishment of the sub-parish, viewing it as a beacon of faith and a catalyst for development in the region. Politicians and community figures also supported the Archbishop’s message, calling for greater protection of human rights in the country.
The inauguration of the sub-parish signifies not only a spiritual milestone but also an ongoing commitment to enhancing civic engagement, unity, and development in Kasenge.
