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Uganda Catholic Secretariat Uganda Catholic Secretariat A publication of the Uganda Episcopal Conference A publication of the Uganda Episcopal Conference ISSU E 9 VOL 4 2016 PRICE: USHS 2,000 DECEMBER 2016 ISSU E 1 VOL 5 2017 PRICE: USHS 2,000 JANUARY 2017 THOUSANDS CONVERGE IN GULU ARCHDIOCESE FOR THE PRAYER PEACE WEEK Inside DIOCESAN NEWS Thousands converge in Gulu Archdiocese for the Prayer Peace Week...1,3-4 Bishop of Hoima chooses theme for Uganda Martyrs Day Celebration...5 Moroto Diocese celebrates golden jubilee...6 UEC NEWS Thousands of youth participate in the 2016 National Youth Day celebration...7 UEC employees treated to a wonderful Christmas Picnic...8 Gulu University honours Archbishop Odama with a PhD...10 Archbishop Lwanga urges faithful to promote family rights and values during Christmas season...11 SPORTS NEWS Uganda Cranes at 2017 AFCON...12 AMECEA NEWS Sudan Catholic Bishops Conference gets a new President...13 Church Bodies make Peaceful demonstration against Abortion and Homosexuality Bills...14 VATICAN NEWS Pope pleads for peace...15 Vatican issues new guidelines for priestly formation ...18 Some of the cultural leaders arrive for the Prayer Peace Week . Queen Elizabeth inspired by INSET: Archbishop Odama (far left) concelebrates the Holy Mass with the main celebrant Mother Theresa...19 Bishop Franzelli (centre) during the Prayer Peace Week. PHOTO BY MAGADLENE KASUKU Full story on Page 3 New Contact is a publication of the Uganda Episcopal Conference Nsambya Hill, 672 Hanlon Road,New P.O.Contact Box is2886 a publication Kampala, ofUganda, the Uganda Tel: +256-414-510570/0414-10544/ Episcopal Conference 0414-510571/0414-510398, NsambyaMobile Hill, 672 Tel: Hanlon +256-782746812, Road, P.O. 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Tobby Okello and Mary Lilly Driciru MSMMC groups, cultures, religious and political affili- ations to confront prejudice, explore the di- Thousands of pilgrims braved the scorching mensions of community peace, establish the sun in Gulu Archdiocese from January 9-13, importance of building peace into the fabric 2017 to participate in the 12th edition of the of society at every level, and to celebrate uni- In his book, 60 Principles for ty in diversity. Success, Dr. A. Peter, a research- Prayer Peace Week. Prayer Peace Week is an annual event of The event was graced by various dignitar- er and writer, outlines a series ies: politicians, religious and cultural leaders of principles that one can apply peace pilgrimage, retreat and prayer. It was initiated in 2005 by Gulu Ecclesiastical Prov- from various denominations. It was an occa- in order to achieve success in sion of affirming human dignity regardless various aspects of life. He cites ince which comprises of Gulu Archdiocese, Arua, Nebbi and Lira Dioceses (GANAL). This of color, tribe, nationality, race and religious Prayer-applying Principle as the or political affiliations. Archbishop Odama success principle number one. He year’s event was held at St. Monica Girls Tai- loring School in Gulu Archdiocese. It attracted demonstrated this by introducing all the 13 describes prayer as “the might- tribes in Northern Uganda and requested iest power in the world”, “the pilgrims from Acholi subregion (Gulu, Kitgum, Amuru, Pader), Lango subregion, Alur Subre- them to stand up for recognition. most powerful form of energy” In his speech, Archbishop Odama called and “the greatest power of life”. gion and Lugbara, Madi, Kakwa, Aringa, Teso subregions and other parts of Uganda. There on the pilgrims to pray for peace across the He further notes that, “The gold- world especially in DRC, South Sudan, The en key to success in your life is were also participants from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and South Sudan. Gambia and within Uganda in the Rwenzori the way you pray. God always region. acts for you when you pray with The week-long event was celebrated under the theme, “Non Violence: A Style of Politics The director of the University of Sacred faith”. In Luke 17: 6, Jesus assures Heart in Gulu, Fr. Jino Mwaka, also reflected his disciples that if they had faith for Peace.” The event, which aims at foster- ing a culture of dialogue and forgiveness, en- on the theme of the Prayer Peace Week. Fr. the size of a mustard seed, they Jino used the Pope’s message for the World would say to the mulberry tree, courages cooperation and joint responsibility as alternatives to achieve sustainable peace, Peace Day to caution the pilgrims against lust “Be uprooted and planted in the for power, glorification of violence in the en- sea”, and it would obey them. prosperity, harmony and social regeneration in the Northern region following one of the tertainment industry and domestic violence. As we make resolutions for the He quoted Pope Francis’ message saying: New Year, let us not forget to in- longest insurgencies in Uganda (over 20 years). “Be non-violent, everyone can become arti- clude prayer in our decision mak- san of peace, challenge the misconception of ing, in the implementation of our It began with a 5km peace march in Gulu town led by Most Rev. John Baptist Odama, using violence to solve problems, a human resolutions and indeed in every being is where violence and peace meet, it aspect of our life, bearing in mind the Archbishop of Gulu and Chairman of the Uganda Episcopal Conference, Rt. Rev. Joseph is the heart that makes peace, non-violence that whatever we have, including is Jesus’ way, failure to embrace would cause our life is a gift from God. Franzelli, Bishop of Lira Diocese and Rt. Rev. Sanctus Lino Wanock, Bishop of Nebbi Dio- questions about one’s Christian faith!...” We are grateful to God for Many pilgrims greatly appreciated the what we were able to share cese. Several cultural and political leaders also took part in the peace march. peace building event. A peace pilgrim from through New Contact in 2016 South Sudan lamented that their country is and we appreciate our read- devastated by lust for power, tribal differenc- ers and advertisers for the sup- es, un-forgiveness, shallow faith and uphold- port. For any information re- ing cultural rituals that perpetrate violence. garding adverts, articles or any He promised to initiate peaceful harmony other related matters, please in his own family as opposed to violence. call +256-782746812/+256- Meanwhile, the youth and other categories 702606851 or send an email to; of people displayed their talents in music, [email protected] dance, drama and acrobats. Pomp and excite- or [email protected]. ment filled the air at St. Monica Girls when Let us keep in contact through Archbishop Odama alongside other pilgrims take part in the peace march one of the seminarians took the stage with New Contact. The occasion was also marked with at his lead song “We want Peace and Justice”. Fr. Philip Odii interdenominational prayers, reflection pa- His album was launched during the week by Editor/Executive Secretary pers, group discussions and presentations, Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyocwiny, Woman of Social Communications entertainments (acrobatic show and tradi- MP for Zombo District and State Minister for Communication tional dances), speeches and shared meals; Northern Uganda. Uganda Episcopal Conference all geared towards peace building. A social space was provided to allow the interac- tions of peoples from different tribes, ethnic 4 NEW CONTACT January 2017 ISSUE 1 VOL 5 DIOCESAN Pictorial for the Prayer Peace Week in Gulu A section of the crowd at the prayer peace week Archbishop Odama (right), Bishop Franzelli and State Minister for Northern Uganda, Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyocwiny State Minister for Northern Uganda Traditonal dancers perform during the prayer peace A group of acrobats demonstrate their acrobatic week MULTITECHA PRIVATE DEGREE BUSINESS AWARDING INSTITUTION SCHOOL Plot 345 Kyadondo Rd [Church Zone, Bukesa Parish, Makerere Off Sir Apollo Kaggwa Rd. P. O. 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