Sunday 11 October 2015

Congratulations Mother Uganda!

Michael raising the Ugandan flag

The Ugandans of Lavigerie House wish all citizens of this country a grace-filled 53rd Independence Day celebration. On this day we pray in a special way for those who lost their lives for the love of this nation.  We also express our gratitude to the different institutions and individuals who have made this country what it is. Thank you and May God bless you abundantly.


Uganda is such a beautiful country with a beautiful history. It is the Pearl of Africa. It was granted independence on 9th/Oct/1962 by the British government. From 1962-1963, the country was under the leadership of the Governor-General who represented the Monarch of the United Kingdom. It was on 9th/Oct/1963 that Uganda became a Republic with a democratically elected president. Uganda has experienced the tenet of 9 presidents from the time of independence. I think it is profoundly important to appreciate their efforts in shaping this lovely nation. Each of them had his own weakness, but in spite of their human condition they have led Uganda through to greater horizons.


Evodious, Patrick, Evaristo and Brother Venancio cutting the cake during the Independence Day celebration

We rejoice for the peace experienced in this country. Uganda is so far one of the Africa’s peaceful countries. Uganda has a beautiful people, so warm, friendly and open-hearted to one another and the Gospel. As Uganda is born anew, we pray that Ugandans may grow in love of God and one another. We especially in this critical moment pray that politicians may accept to work together for the common good. May the papal visit this year be a source of inspiration and transformation of minds and hearts of all Ugandans.

For God and My Country!


Longoli Michael