The Bishop of Kigezi Anglican Diocese, Rt Rev Gaddie Akanjuna, on Sunday ordained seven priests and eighteen deacons as it moves to strengthen church ministry in the area.
The Bishop called on the new men of God to serve faithfully, avoid worldly pleasures and seek God`s guidance as they administer their priesthood vocation.
‘Avoid worldly pleasures, avoid preaching that diverts Christians, be trustworthy, live exemplary lifestyles that promote Christian values, respect the leadership positions you have attained today.”
Bishop Akanjuna urged the servants of God to promote peace among Christians in churches where they will be deployed, and respect church and civic leaders voluntarily.
Reverend Canon Yoramu Ntoreine from South Ankole Diocese, who preached at the ordination ceremony, cautioned the Church against segregation.
‘Be good shepherds, as demonstrated by Jesus Christ in the Bible. Be Shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care and always watch over them not because you must but because you are willing as God wants you to be.’ Rev Canon Ntoreine said.
The diocesan head of laity, Canon Engineer Ivan Mbabazi Batuma, welcomed the newly ordained priests and deacons and asked all the Christians to work with them for the good of the church ministry in the diocese.