Two hundred and fifty Christians have been confirmed in the Anglican faith in Kashenyi Archdeaconry, North Kigezi Diocese.

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The confirmation service was held on 5th October,2026 at Kashenyi Church of Uganda in Ruhinda Sub-county, Rukungiri District officiated by the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, the Right Reverend Onesmus Asiimwe.

Preaching during the service, Bishop Asiimwe urged Christians to repent, turn to God and strengthen their spiritual lives through commitment to God’s work.

He said God knows the ways of every person and is the source of salvation. The Bishop also called on parents to continue supporting their children’s spiritual growth, saying this would help build a better generation.

During the same service, Bishop Asiimwe prayed for and dedicated Senior Six candidates from Kashenyi Secondary School, encouraging them to pray and remain focused as they prepare for their examinations.

Kashenyi Archdeacon, the Venerable Edson Muhairwe, congratulated the newly confirmed Christians. He said their addition to the church would contribute to its growth. Venerable Muhairwe also urged parents to continue nurturing their children in faith, saying this would help build a strong generation.

Some of the newly confirmed Christians, including Emmanuel Matsiko, Abel Mugabe and Seline Niwansiima, thanked Bishop Asiimwe for confirming them.

They pledged to abstain from sin and participate actively in church work, saying they hoped to lead peaceful and prosperous lives.