In the spirit of strengthening Lay Apostolic Movements in the Catholic Diocese of Lugazi, Uganda, our parish, which providentially is the first parish in the diocese under the patronage of St. Jude Thaddeus, was designated by the Local Ordinary as the Diocesan Centre for St. Jude Devotion. This was announced by the Vicar General, Monsignor […]
The communities of Panyangara and Loyoro Parishes in the Karamoja sub-region of northeastern Uganda are facing one of the most severe hunger crises in recent memory. Months of failed rainfall have left families without hope of a harvest, threatening the survival and wellbeing of thousands of people. According to a Nile Post report published on […]
NAIROBI, 4 June 2026 — This article by Donozio Muheki, a Mill Hill student at the Nairobi Formation Centre, looks at the courage and faith of the Ugandan Martyrs and why their witness still matters today. It recalls the history of the young Christians who chose to remain faithful even in the face of death. […]
From 19-21 April 2026, the African Cluster of Mill Hill Missionaries gathered at the newly constructed Mill Hill House in Nairobi for its annual meeting. Representatives from Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Uganda, Sudan, and South Africa came together in fraternity to strengthen bonds, share experiences, and discern the way forward in their […]
Seven Years of Missionary Service in Karamoja In 2008 when I started my journey of formation to the missionary priesthood, I was inspired by the zeal, courage, sacrifice and faith of the early missionaries. Despite unfamiliar environments with barely nothing to begin with, the early missionaries built Christian communities, churches, schools and hospitals with tremendous […]
Fifth Sunday of Lent Year A | Jesus the Giver of New Life 1st Rdg Ezekiel 37: 12-14, Psalm 130, 2nd Rdg Roman’s 8:8-11, Gospel John 11:1-45 As we draw closer to the climax of our Lenten journey we ought to brace ourselves for a tougher and rougher ride, following Christ in his passion and […]
Fourth Sunday of Lent Year AChrist the Light of the World 1st Rdg 1Sam 16: 1-13, Psm 23, 2nd Rdg Eph. 5: 8-14, Gospel John 9: 1-49Once again I invite you to start with Sr. Miriam Heildbands interpretation and purpose of the three pillars of Lent: I. Prayer; healing our relationship with GodII. Fasting; healing […]
Karamoja has long been known for drought, hunger, and conflict. But in the midst of these challenges, one young man is rewriting the script. At just 25, Peter Kubal is proving that resilience, skills, and opportunity can spark a different kind of story. His journey from losing cattle to becoming a climate‑smart farming champion is […]
The Mill Hill Missionaries (MHMs) of the East Africa Region held their Regional Assembly from 6th to 10th January 2026 at the Bishop Stam Pastoral Centre, Kakamega. The Assembly brought together members from across the Region under the theme “Missionaries in Our Contemporary World,” offering a privileged space for prayer, reflection, evaluation, and renewed commitment […]
Nearly twenty years ago in Karamoja, eastern Uganda, then a student, Innocent Wefon Akum set out on his motorbike believing he was about to perform a brave and compassionate act, but the day ended in tragedy that still haunts him. Called to a village where an accused young warrior was hiding after being blamed for […]
Process Meeting for Members Working in Jinja, Kampala, and Lugazi Dioceses of Uganda On Monday, 24th November 2025, a group of twelve Mill Hill Missionaries coordinated by Fr. John Akain Kwa, MHM, gathered at St. Jude Thaddaeus Catholic Parish Presbytery, Busaana, in the Diocese of Lugazi, for the bi-annual Process Meeting. The session was facilitated […]
On 26th October 2026, the faithful from 17 mission stations of St. Jude Busaana Catholic Parish came together in thanksgiving to celebrate six years since the parish was established. The Eucharistic celebration was led by Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Walakira, Dean of Kayunga Deanery. During the celebration 146 children received the Sacrament of Confirmation, strengthening their […]
