Bakyenga died Tuesday morning at Nsambya Hospital in Kampala.
Ugandans mourn Archbishop Bakyenga
Ugandans are mourning the death of the former Archbishop, Mbarara Archdiocese, Paul Bakyenga.
Bakyenga died Tuesday morning at Nsambya Hospital in Kampala.
MP Dicksons Katehumbwa described the deceased as a giant of faith from Rushoroza village, Ngoma, Sheema Municipality.
“We are proud of your great service to humanity and your legacy lives on,” Kateshumbwa said.
Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa says Bakyenga was his spiritual leader.
“Sadness has again engulfed us with the passing on of His Grace Paul Bakyenga this morning. He has been my spiritual father, a cheer leader, and counselor to many of us. His Grace has been a rare breed of a preacher whose message could deeply resonate with the congregation. He personally urged me as a leader to always find time to speak to God in a quiet place every day and embark on a journey of spiritual self-discovery. This has helped me so much to discover my vocation and purpose,” Tayebwa said.
Jessica Alupo, the Vice President on the other hand said: I’ve just learnt,with deep sorrow, the passing on of Archbishop Paul Bakyenga, God’s humble servant who only celebrated 50 years of Priesthood last year. I send my condolences to His family,the Catholic Church,all Christians and people of Uganda.May God rest His Soul in Peace.
“It is with deep pain that I received the news of the passing of Archbishop Emeritus of Mbarara Archdiocese, His Grace Paul Bakyenga. We shall hold on to his legacy as a unifying factor, dedicated to his calling and his immense contribution to the development of the Country. I extend my sincere condolences to the Uganda Episcopal Conference, the Catholic fraternity, the people of Mbarara Archdiocese, and all his loved ones. May the Lord that he served diligently grant his Soul eternal rest,” Speaker Anita Among said.
According to journalist, Arinaitwe Rugyendo, he “shall never forget you for lifting me up as a poor boy at Kitabi Seminary.”
“It is well. Rest in Peace Your Grace Archbishop Paul Bakyenga May the angels welcome you in Paradise,” Rugyendo said.
Ugandans mourn Archbishop Bakyenga
