In Memoriam – Honouring the Faithful Departed
The Diocese lovingly remembers and honours all the faithful departed—priests, religious, and lay members—who have gone before us marked with the sign of faith. This memorial page is dedicated to preserving their legacy, celebrating their service to God and the Church, and inviting the Christian community to keep their memory alive through prayer. In the spirit of the Catholic tradition, we commend their souls to the mercy of God, trusting in the promise of eternal life and the communion of saints that unites us all in Christ.
As Catholics, we continue to pray for the faithful departed, especially through the Holy Mass, which is the most powerful prayer for the dead. We encourage the faithful to offer prayers such as: “Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.” Through prayer, acts of charity, and remembrance, we remain spiritually connected with our departed brothers and sisters, asking God to grant them eternal joy in His presence.
Key moments in the Church’s calendar remind us in a special way to pray for the dead, most notably the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day) on 2nd November each year. During this time, the Church invites all the faithful to offer Masses, prayers, and sacrifices for the souls in purgatory. Additionally, anniversaries of death, funeral memorials, and parish remembrance days provide opportunities for families and communities to gather in prayer, reflect on the lives of the departed, and renew hope in the resurrection.
In Memoriam: Rev. Fr. Mukasa Emmanuel
The Diocese remembers with gratitude the life and priestly ministry of Rev. Fr. Mukasa, who faithfully served the Church, notably as Vice Rector of St. Joseph’s Seminary, Nyenga. During his time at the seminary, he played a vital role in the formation of future priests, Emmanuel guiding seminarians with dedication, wisdom, and a deep commitment to spiritual and academic excellence. His service contributed significantly to nurturing vocations and strengthening the foundation of priestly life in the Church.
Rev. Fr. Mukasa will be remembered for his humility, pastoral zeal, and unwavering devotion to God’s people. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched—especially the priests he helped form—who continue to serve the Church today. As a Diocese, we commend his soul to the mercy of God and invite all the faithful to pray for his eternal rest: “Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.”
Rev. Fr. Mukasa was born on [insert date of birth], ordained a priest on [insert date of ordination], and faithfully served the Church until his passing on [insert date of death]. His funeral rites were held with solemnity at St Mary’s Seminary Kisubi , and he was laid to rest at Kisubi Minor Seminary Libo where the faithful continue to honor his memory and pray for the repose of his soul.