Bishop Kagodo Commissions 55 Lay Leaders

Mukono– The Diocese of Mukono has commissioned 55 Lay Readers for Gospel ministry, while 44 others who successfully completed their two-year probationary service were confirmed and commissioned for continued ministry.

Bishop Kagodo with the Lay Leaders
The commissioning ceremony was held at Glover C. Wilcox School of Mission and Evangelism (St. John Bible College) in Nakanyonyi and was presided over by The Rt. Rev. Enos Kitto Kagodo, Bishop of Mukono.
Bishop Kagodo congratulated the newly commissioned ministers and urged them to remain faithful in preaching the Gospel, safeguarding Church property, and serving God with integrity. He also called upon Christians to support, respect, and encourage those called into ministry.
Preaching during the service, Ven. Canon Stephen Kironde encouraged the ministers to depend on God, remain steadfast in prayer, and faithfully carry His Word to the people.
The College Principal, Rev. Asaph Mugabi Nyanzi, affirmed that the Lay Readers had been adequately trained and prepared for ministry. He also highlighted several challenges facing the institution, including inadequate water supply, land encroachment, and poor infrastructure.
During the event, more than UGX 8 million was raised to support the college’s operations and development. Mama Deborah Lubega was also officially appointed Chaplain of the institution.