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Diocese of Jinja

Welcome Message from the bishop

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

I warmly welcome you to the official website of the Diocese of Jinja. It is a joy to connect with you through this platform, whether you are a member of our diocesan community, a friend from afar, or someone seeking spiritual inspiration and guidance.

The Diocese of Jinja is a vibrant and growing faith community, deeply rooted in the love of Christ and the mission of the Catholic Church. With the help of our devoted clergy, religious, catechists, and lay faithful, we continue to spread the Gospel, promote unity, and serve those in need across our parishes, schools, and institutions.

This website serves as a doorway into the life and mission of our Diocese. Here, you will find news, pastoral messages, event updates, and resources to strengthen your spiritual life. It is a place to stay informed, feel inspired, and stay connected with what is happening in our parishes and apostolates.

In Christ,
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Diocese Patron Saint – St. Mathias Muumba

St. Matthias Mulumba Kalemba was a Musoga by tribe from Bunya county in Busoga. His biological parents, however, are not known. But his adopted father was Magatto of Edible or Cane Rat Clan (Musu).

Mulumba was the oldest of all the martyrs because by the time of his martyrdom, he was about 50 years old. He was an assistant to the county chief of Ssingo called Mukwenda.

He was baptized on 28 May 1882 by Pere Girault.