Bishop’s Wife Urges Students to Live Purposeful Lives

Kayunga, Uganda: Maama Catherine Kito, the wife of Mukono Diocese Bishop and Executive Director of Easter Ministries of Maama Catherine, has called upon school-going children to lead purposeful lives and avoid promiscuity. Speaking during a one-day counseling session at Kangulumira Public Secondary School, Maama Kito emphasized the importance of responsible behavior and respect for community values.

Mukono Diocese is a diocese of the church of Uganda under the leadership of the Rt. Rev. Enos Kito Kagodo, the diocesan bishop.

Maama Catherine Kityo during a counseling session at Kangulumira Public Secondary School on Thursday. (Photo: Stephen Okhutu)

She attributed the challenges facing Ugandan families to parents not dedicating enough time to nurturing their children into productive and responsible individuals. “We are visiting different schools in the diocese to prepare our children to become respected members of their communities,” Mrs. Kito explained.

Maama Kito also warned students about foreign agents promoting abnormal sexual behaviors in Ugandan schools, aimed at destroying families.

Girls in one of the counseling sessions carried out by Easter Ministries of Maama Catherine at Kangulumira Public Secondary School (Photo: Stephen Okhutu)

The US president, Donald Trump recently banned USAID an organization reported to have invested over 20 billion Uganda shillings (5.4 million USD) in the promotion of homosexuality. Most of these activities are believed to have been carried out in Ugandan schools to promote the act among children who are still in school away from the influence of parents.

“Some of you come to school and join groups. These groups will initiate you into immoral activities that are likely to lead you to death” Kito advised calling school children to mind about their parents money.

The Headteacher of Kangulumira Public Secondary School, Dr. George Wateta, commended Maama Kito’s initiative, noting that such interactions with students are productive and provide opportunities for learning from successful personalities outside the school environment.

Students who attended the session expressed their appreciation for the guidance and advice. Saviour Nyapendi, a senior four student, said the session helped her rediscover herself and adopt good behaviors. Jethro Nsubuga, a senior two student, noted that the session equipped him with life skills to become more productive while Nansereko Ester, a senior six student, realized that most problems faced by girls result from their behaviors.

Maama Kito’s counseling session served as a timely reminder to students to prioritize responsible behavior, respect, and community values.