Rev.Canon Grace Lubaale was on Sunday consecrated and enthroned as the fourth Bishop of Busoga Diocese.
The consecration service was held at Bugembe Church of Uganda Diocese and presided over by the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr Stephen Kazimba Mugalu.
Lubaale succeeds, retired Bishop Paul Samson Naimanhye, who formally handed over leadership during the ceremony.
In his sermon, the Bishop of North Kigezi, Onesmus Asiimwe, charged the new bishop to embrace servant leadership and faithful stewardship of God’s people.
“Leadership is not a privilege to hold but a responsibility to uphold. A true leader must be people-oriented, wise in managing the resources entrusted to them, and servant-hearted,” Bishop Asiimwe said.
He urged Bishop Lubaale to lead the diocese with inclusivity and dedication, regardless of political affiliations.
While consecrating the new bishop, Archbishop Kazimba called on Christians to remain united, especially during the current political season.
“During this political season, let us promote unity, peace and love, and avoid divisions,” Archbishop Kazimba said.
Vice President Jessica Alupo, who represented President Museveni as the chief guest, delivered the President’s message congratulating Bishop Lubaale upon assuming office.
President Museveni urged the new bishop to rally Christians to support government programmes aimed at economic transformation.
“I urge all Christians to participate in wealth creation programmes,” Museveni said.
“The Scriptures tell us that even the Lord Jesus Christ specialised as a carpenter alongside His earthly father, Joseph. The Apostle Paul specialised in tent-making to support his missionary journeys. I urge Christians to emulate this example,” he added.
During the function, Lubaale took an oath before the clergy, pledging to faithfully discharge the duties of his office in accordance with Church doctrine and canon law.
He also signed official documents confirming his consecration, making his leadership formal and binding under Church law.
During his consecration vows, Bishop Lubaale committed himself to upholding biblical teachings and opposing doctrines he described as unbiblical.
“While taking my oath, I commit to showing mercy and compassion to the poor, the needy, strangers, and all who are destitute or helpless, serving faithfully in the spirit of Christ,” Bishop Lubaale said.
He further pledged to prioritise good governance, capacity building, evangelism, and resource mobilisation within the diocese.
“We shall follow the rules of the Church and handle people’s issues based on the interests of the Diocese, not individuals,” he said.
The Prime Minister of Busoga Kingdom urged the new bishop to work closely with the kingdom leadership and play a leading role in the fight against poverty in the region.
The ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa, the State Minister of Lands, Persis Namuganza, Busoga Kingdom Prime Minister Joseph Muvawala, church leaders, government officials, and members of Bishop Lubaale’s family.
Bishop Lubaale, 47, was born in 1978 in Kamuli District. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies, alongside multiple theological and development-related qualifications, and brings extensive experience in ecclesiastical service.
He was elected the fourth Bishop of Busoga Diocese by the House of Bishops of the Church of Uganda during a sitting held at Lweza Training and Conference Centre in October 2025.
