UGANDA: Christians Urged to Support the New Bishop, says Nuncio to Uganda

Archbishop Tomasz Grysa, the Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda, has called on bishops, priests, and the faithful to support Bishop Callist Rubaramira Gubazire as he begins his ministry in the Kabale Diocese. Archbishop Grysa stated that the appointment of Bishop Gubazire by Pope Leo XIV reflects his years of selfless service to the Catholic Church.

Bishop Gubazire, a member of the Missionaries of Africa, previously served the Church in Mozambique, Malawi, France, Ireland, the Philippines, and Ghana. Archbishop Grysa described him as a spiritual leader and academic whose missionary experience will benefit the diocese. The Nuncio noted that Bishop Gubazire was born and raised in the Kigezi region and encouraged him to build upon the work of former leaders, including the late Bishop Robert Marie Gay and Bishop Callist Rubaramira. Archbishop Grysa also urged local priests to work closely with the new bishop to help him carry out his pastoral responsibilities.