religion 12 November 2026 Nile Post

Church of Uganda PASC Concludes Orientation and Unveils Strategic Resolutions

The Church of Uganda Provincial Assembly Standing Committee has wrapped up its orientation and inaugural business meeting in Namirembe, setting key resolutions for institutional growth and leadership. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/387004/church-of-uganda-pasc-concludes-orientation-unveils-key-resolutions

The Church of Uganda Provincial Assembly Standing Committee (PASC) has successfully concluded a comprehensive two-day orientation alongside its first business meeting at the Provincial Secretariat in Namirembe. The initial day focused on acquainting new members with the church canons, constitution, policies, and their core responsibilities.

Serving as the lead facilitator, Rev. Canon Geoffrey Byarugaba urged the committee members to take their mandate seriously, warning against absenteeism. He stressed that members are chosen by God to help build a faster-growing, sustainable, and Christ-centred institution. He highlighted that the Church is self-governing, self-propagating, and progressing steadily toward full financial independence.

Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, challenged the leadership to guide the church effectively through a fast-changing world. He underscored the need to conquer key spheres of influence, including religion, media, politics, sports, family, and the economy.

During the business meeting, the committee passed several crucial resolutions. Members ratified the minutes from the 28th Provincial Assembly held in August 2026 at Uganda Christian University (UCU), Mukono. A new nine-member committee led by Rt. Rev. Prof. Alfred Olwa, Bishop of the Diocese of Lango, was established to study church growth.

Looking toward upcoming milestones, the committee appointed Hon. David Bahati to chair the organizing committee for the enthronement of the 10th Archbishop, set for August 15, 2027. Additionally, Uganda Christian University was tasked with organizing the joint celebrations for 150 years of Christianity in Uganda and the Uganda Martyrs Day commemoration on June 3, 2027.

As the executive committee of the Provincial Assembly, PASC is mandated to coordinate church activities, review policy proposals, and implement assembly resolutions across all dioceses.