During the first Christmas service at the newly completed All Saints Cathedral in Nakasero, Uganda, Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu delivered a poignant sermon addressing family unity and faith. He called on parents, particularly fathers, to reconsider the rising trend of DNA paternity testing, emphasizing the potential emotional strain it places on children and families.
Archbishop Kaziimba encouraged believers to follow the example of Joseph, who embraced Jesus as his son with unconditional love and care.
“Joseph’s example teaches us that love and acceptance matter more than biology,” the Archbishop said, urging Christians to maintain their faith and hope despite life’s difficulties. He reminded the congregation that God’s promises bring victory, even in challenging times.
Archbishop Kaziimba also raised concerns about the reluctance among some Christians to support orphans and vulnerable children. He commended the efforts of other faith groups in providing care and urged believers to fulfill their responsibility to offer compassion and aid to those in need.
The Archbishop did not shy away from addressing issues plaguing marriages, lamenting the widespread unfaithfulness even among church-wedded couples. He criticized the lack of transparency in marriages, particularly in financial matters, calling it a betrayal of the vows made at the altar.
“How can you vow to share everything yet hide your earnings from your spouse? Many have turned the altar into a place of public deceit,” he remarked, prompting a reflective silence among the congregation.
Kaziimba also highlighted how verbal abuse from some wives has driven men away from their families. “Some women prepare to abuse their husbands before they even arrive home. This behavior only fuels discord in families,” he noted.
The Christmas service was especially significant as it marked the first held in the newly inaugurated cathedral, a symbol of hope and renewal for the church. Archbishop Kaziimba concluded by urging Christians to live righteously, abandon harmful practices, and strengthen their relationships through love, honesty, and faith.