NTUNGAMO – The Bishop of South Ankole Diocese, Rt. Rev. Nathan Ahimbisibwe, has emphasized that the growth of the Diocese should be reflected not only in spiritual development but also in its physical appearance and infrastructure.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The Bishop made the remarks on Monday while presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new diocesan office block at the South Ankole diocesan site in Ntungamo District.
The rehabilitation project, comprising 27 offices and a conference hall at an estimated cost of over 750 million UGX, marks the beginning of a major infrastructure initiative aimed at improving working conditions for diocesan staff.
Before handing over the site to Arch Plan Designers and Construction Managers Ltd for a six-month construction period, Bishop Ahimbisibwe noted that the new building will replace the old diocesan offices that have served for decades.
He noted that the current state of the offices is in severe dilapidation, explaining that the construction works will be funded through generous contributions from Christians of South Ankole Diocese and other well-wishers and people of God.
“Today we hand over this site for a new beginning. Our old offices have served us faithfully for decades, but they are now severely dilapidated and can no longer serve the mission of this Diocese. This new building will be built by our own hands through the generous contributions of Christians of South Ankole Diocese and other people of God,” Bishop Ahimbisibwe noted.
Bishop Ahimbisibwe further commended Christians who have contributed towards the project, calling on all believers to support the initiative, noting that diocesan staff have for a long time faced challenges arising from inadequate office space.
The Diocesan Secretary, the Rev. Canon Alfred Turyamureeba, observed that the existing offices no longer meet the demands of the modern working environment, making the new development necessary.
“Our existing office space is inadequate, the facilities are worn out, and our staff struggle daily to serve the Diocese effectively. This new development is not a luxury; it is a necessity. We need a dignified, modern and functional working space that matches the growth of South Ankole Diocese and enables us to serve God and His people better,” Rev. Canon Turyamureeba observed.
Meanwhile, Lay Canon Eva Kagimba urged Christians and other people of God to contribute willingly as part of their service to the Lord, expressing confidence that the project would succeed with faith and collective support.
“I urge all Christians and other people of God to contribute willingly towards this project. This is not just giving money; it is serving the Lord and building His work for generations to come. With faith, unity and collective support, I am confident this project will be successfully completed,” noted Canon Eva Kagimba.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by archdeacons, diocesan staff, and other church leaders and stakeholders, marking a significant show of unity and support for the project’s success.
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