KKCRA News letter

Bishop Constantine Pays Tribute to Fr. Sylvester’s Legacy of Integrity and Courage The Bishop of  the Orthodox church of South Sudan, Rt. Rev. Dr. Constantine, has called on leaders and communities to remain steadfast in defending truth and protecting human life, drawing inspiration from the late Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe, A.J. Speaking in reflection, Bishop Constantine recalled the profound influence Fr. Sylvester had during their time working together in Uganda’s Rwenzori region and at the Uganda Joint Christian Council. He described Fr. Sylvester as a principled and courageous servant of God who consistently emphasized moral clarity and accountability. “Stay strong and stand up for the truth. Defend the lives of the people,” Bishop Constantine quoted, recalling the enduring counsel he received from the late priest. He further noted that Fr. Sylvester demonstrated unwavering integrity, even in challenging circumstances. At one point, both leaders rejected financial reso...

REQUIEM MASS HELD IN HONOUR OF FR. SYLVESTER ARINAITWE A.J. AT NSAMBYA PARISH Kampala, Uganda  The Archbishop of Kampala +Paul Ssemogerere presided over a  Requiem Mass at Nsambya Parish to honor the life and ministry of the late Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe of the Apostles of Jesus. The liturgy drew clergy, religious leaders, and faithful from across the country, united in grief but anchored in hope. From the beginning of Mass, the tone was reverent and reflective. The Archbishop’s address, marked by a clear and thoughtful observance of ecclesiastical protocol, paid tribute not only to the late priest’s service but also to the deep spiritual meaning of Christian death. He acknowledged the presence and contribution of Rt Rev Dr Constantine, who worked closely with Fr. Arinaitwe through the Uganda Joint Christian Council, emphasizing the late priest’s role in strengthening unity among Christian communities. Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe, who passed away...

Requiem Mass Held for Rev. Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe as Church Reflects on Life and Death. A requiem Mass for Rev. Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe Rwomukubwe of the Apostles of Jesus has been held at Rubaga Cathedral Jinja Diocese .The Mass was led by Archbishop  Emmanuel Obbo AJ. In his message, Archbishop Obbo spoke about the three important stages of life: birth, life, and death. He said that although death brings pain and shock, it is part of human life. He said this is not the first time the Church is mourning a priest from the Apostles of Jesus. He mentioned the late Fr. Paul Onyango Gagawals, whose death was also sudden and difficult to understand. Speaking about Fr. Sylvester, the Archbishop said his death remains a mystery. He explained that the priest had a meal, went to rest, and was expected to travel later that afternoon, but he never returned. “Indeed, he went and did not come back. This is a mystery,” he said. The Archbishop also shared his past experie...

Family Vigil Mass for Rev. Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe Rwomukubwe Held in Namungoona, Kampala A solemn yet faith-filled vigil Mass for the late Rev. Fr. Sylvester Arinaitwe Rwomukubwe was held on Tuesday evening in Namungoona, Kampala, drawing together family members, clergy, religious, and faithful from across Uganda and beyond. The gathering reflected both deep sorrow and profound gratitude for a life dedicated to God and humanity. The Mass was presided over by Fr. Bwije, with several priests concelebrating, including Fr. Tarsisio Mucunguzi (AJ), Fr. Innocent Young, and Fr. Innocent Kanyesigye. The vigil formed part of ongoing funeral rites honoring a priest widely described as humble, compassionate, and deeply committed to his calling. In his homily, Fr. Innocent Kanyesigye delivered a message centered on faith, resilience, and trust in God amidst grief. Drawing from the Gospel of Matthew, he reminded mourners that human life is inherently incomplete and marked by trials. “A...

The Kigezi Kampala Catholic Residents Association (KKCRA) mourns with sadness the sudden passing our beloved member Rev.Fr. Dr Arinaitwe (AJ) a devoted priest of the Apostles of Jesus(AJ).  We extend our condolences to the Rwomukubwe family, the Apostles of Jesus Congregation, Kabale Diocese and all the people of God. Rev.Fr.Dr. Arinaitwe was widely known for nurturing spiritual growth, mentoring clergy and laity, and promoting reflective Christian living in our community and beyond. For the years he served as the Executive secretary of the Uganda Joint Christian Council(UJCC), he was a strong advocate for justice, consistently calling for ethical leadership and peaceful coexistence. During this time, he concurrently served our community through ministering at our monthly masses, visiting and offering spiritual nourishment to families and our community groups. Even after his transfer to Jinja he often returned to our KKCRA community to serve the people of Go...

Celebrating the Life of the Late Fr Silvester  Arinaitwe Rwomukubwe. The passing on of Fr Silvester Arinaitwe on the afternoon of Saturday 18th April 2026 was untimely and schocking! Many of us who knew him were not aware that he has any ailment!  I was last in touch with him on his birthday that fell on 2nd March 2026! I informed him that I could not join him in Jinja as I had promised to which he responded; “Being lent season I have kept a low profile, no celebration, so it is ok”!  Fr Silvester, as an Apostle of Jesus served in different leadership roles both in Uganda and outside Uganda!  Our parents knew each other early in our lives mainly as members of the Legion of Mary, hailing from the present day Kyanamira Parish, Rushoroza Deanery! We got to know each other more closely when I served as part of the leadership of Kigezi Kampala Catholic Residents Association (KKCRA)! He was a regular and active member of the community, a friend of many and avai...