Lugazi diocese ready for silver jubilee celebrations

By; Jjunju Francis

12^th September 2019

Lugazi diocese Cathedral Parish is in preparations for the silver Jubilee celebrations slated for 22^nd of this month.

The Parish that was started within the centre of Lugazi town has seen tremendous development following the elevation of Lugazi diocese in 1997 that forced it to be shifted from Lugazi town to Kitegga the seat of Lugazi Cathedral.

According to the Vicar general Msgr. Richard Kayondo the Parish is marked basing on the involvement and activeness of the Catholics in their faith, celebration of sacraments and respecting the holy matrimony or family the foundation of the Catholic Church which they are proud of at the Cathedral Parish Lugazi.

The silver jubilee celebrations will have a series of activities including cooperate social responsibilities and a three day Eucharistic conference from September 19^th to 21^st aimed at Spiritual renewal of the faithful.

The Parish is estimated to have over 2000 parishioners, covering part of Metha sugar cane and tea plantations, has four catholic founded schools.

They are currently constructing a Grotto to help people pray through the intercession of mother Mary for their needs.