About Us

Brief About Lugazi Diocese
The Diocese of Lugazi was erected on 23rd February 1997, carved from the Archdiocese of Kampala. Its first shepherd was Rt. Rev. Matthias Ssekamanya, who served as the ordinary until his retirement on 4th November 2014. He was succeeded by Rt. Rev. Christopher Kakooza, who was installed as the bishop on 3rd January 2015. Lugazi Diocese is a suffragan of the metropolitan Archdiocese of Kampala and has continued to grow under dedicated leadership.
The diocese’s mission focuses on spiritual growth, evangelization, and social transformation, supported by numerous institutions such as seminaries, catechetical centers, hospitals, health centers, and schools. The clergy and religious communities play a central role in providing pastoral care, education, and health services across its parishes and institutions.
The FACTS
- Catholic Population Growth:
- The Catholic population shows a steady increase over the years, growing from 386,831 in 1999 to 941,521 in 2021.
- This growth reflects either an increase in conversion rates, natural population growth, or improved reporting accuracy.
- Total Population and Percent Catholic:
- The total population has also grown, but the percentage of Catholics within the population has fluctuated.
- The percentage saw a dip in 2001 (26.8%) but generally trended upward to 47.8% in 2021. This may indicate the Catholic Church’s growing influence or a higher birth rate among Catholics.
- Priest Availability:
- The total number of priests shows fluctuations, with a notable rise from 60 in 2004 to 80 in 2021.
- Despite the increase, the number of Catholics per priest has increased significantly, from 5,951 in 1999 to 11,769 in 2021. This highlights a growing burden on individual priests to serve larger congregations.
- Resources and Parishes:
- The number of parishes has seen modest growth, from 20 in 1999 to 27 in 2021.
- Female and male religious figures have fluctuated, with female religious figures peaking at 200 in 2021, suggesting a stable commitment to religious vocations among women.

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Our Core Values
The core values of the Roman Catholic Church reflect its mission and commitment to the teachings of Jesus Christ, ethical principles, and the well-being of its members. Here are the key core values
Faith
The Roman Catholic Church emphasizes faith in the Triune God — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It believes in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ as the central truth of salvation.
Hope
The Church encourages hope in eternal life through Christ, which strengthens believers to live in trust and confidence in God’s promises, even amid trials.
LOVE
Central to Catholic teaching is love — love of God and neighbor. The Church upholds the commandment to “love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34).
Charity
The Church values charity, which is the practice of loving and serving others, especially the poor, sick, and marginalized.
Justice
Justice: The Church stands for justice, advocating for human rights, dignity, and peace for all people, irrespective of their race, status, or faith.
Integrity
Integrity is a key value, demanding honesty, transparency, and moral uprightness in both personal and community life.
Humility
Humility is emphasized in recognizing the dignity of others and living in submission to God’s will.
Service
The Church calls all its members to serve one another, following the example of Jesus who came to serve, not to be served.
Meet The Leadership
Senior Diocesan Leadership
- Vicar General: Msgr. Richard Kayondo
- Chancellor: Fr. John Chrysostom Sserwadda
- Treasurer: Fr. Anthony Gesuula
- Secretary for Education – Primary: Fr. Peter Ntege
- Secretary for Education – Secondary: Fr. Gyaviira Kimuli
- Religious Education: Fr. Ignatius Ndawula
- Director for Caritas: Fr. John Lule
- Pastoral Coordinator / Director for the Laity: Fr. Gabriel Kiwanuka
- Director for the Catechists: Fr. Godfrey Mboowa
Board of Consultors
- Msgr. Richard Kayondo
- Fr. Ignatius Kivumbi
- Fr. Anthony Gesuula
- Fr. Vincent Wasswa
- Fr. Paul Ssebitoogo
- Fr. Gabriel Kiwanuka
- Fr. Ignatius Ndawula
- Fr. Denis Luntamye
- Fr. Stephen Okech
Officialitas (Canonical Officials)
- Judge: Fr. John Chrysostom Sserwadda
- Defender of the Bond: Fr. Ignatius Kibowa
- Notary: Fr. Ignatius Kibowa
- Assessor: Fr. Emmanuel Walakira
Censors
- Msgr. Richard Kayondo
- Fr. Joachim Mugalu
- Fr. John Chrysostom Maviiri
Bishop Christopher Kakooza
The Ordinary
Fr Godfrey Mboowa
Pastoral Coordinator
Mgrs . Richard Kayondo
Vicar general
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Fr. John Chrysostom Sserwadda
Chancellor
The Queen of Peace
Our Lady, Queen of Peace, is a title given to the Blessed Virgin Mary, recognizing her role as a compassionate intercessor who brings peace to the world. Under this title, Mary is seen as a symbol of serenity, love, and reconciliation, offering solace and healing to those in turmoil. This devotion, especially significant during times of conflict, invites the faithful to seek her intercession for peace in their hearts, families, communities, and the world. The title emphasizes Mary’s maternal care and her role in guiding humanity toward the ultimate peace found in Christ.