By Hannington Sebuliba
Kitende, June 12, 2026
Pupils of Kitende Primary School have been urged to always be trustworthy in everything they do if they are to become responsible citizens and succeed in life.
This call was made by Venerable Canon Emmanuel Kenneth Ssewannyana, the Archdeacon of Entebbe, during his pastoral visit to Kitende Primary School.
Canon Ssewannyana, who arrived at the school at 9:00 a.m., was warmly welcomed by the school choir amid the sounds of drums and percussion instruments. The pupils sang songs of praise as the school’s dancing troupe entertained the congregation with traditional Bakisimba and Nankasa dances.
Preaching from the Gospel according to Luke 19 on the story of Zacchaeus, the former tax collector, Canon Ssewannyana said the story demonstrates the transformative power of an encounter with Jesus Christ.
He explained that the story of Zacchaeus, a wealthy yet despised tax collector, teaches that the gospel of Christ is meant for everyone, regardless of social status or appearance.
The Archdeacon noted that Zacchaeus’ encounter with Jesus led him to repentance, restitution, joy in salvation, and a renewed commitment to a righteous life. He emphasized that Jesus’ mission is to seek and save the lost.
Speaking to the congregation that nearly filled the magnificent St. Stephen’s Church, Kitende, Canon Ssewannyana said that the gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to transform both the wealthy and the poor.
He further observed that making restitution for past wrongs has a cleansing effect on the soul and demonstrates the integrity of those who profess to follow Christ.
He advised both pupils and teachers to always look to Jesus, the author and finisher of their faith.
In conclusion, he gave the pupils a memory verse from Revelation 2:10: “Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.”
The service was attended by the Parish Priest, Rev. Samuel Muwonge; the Lay Reader of St. Stephen’s Kitende, Mub. Christopher Nsereko; the Lay Reader of St. Barnabas Namulanda, Mub. David Bulega Sekitooleko; and Mub. Ssenyange of St. Luke Zziru.
The school delegation was led by the Headmaster, Mr. Lule, and the Chairperson of the School Management Committee, Mr. Amos Ssempa, accompanied by both the teaching and non-teaching staff of Kitende Primary School.
The visit reaffirmed the school’s commitment to nurturing not only academic excellence but also Christian values of honesty, faithfulness, and integrity among its learners.
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