Bishop Francis Aquirinus Kibira Kambale urges men to embrace family duties

Bishop Francis Aquirinus Kibira Kambale urged husbands to fulfill their family responsibilities during a Holy Matrimony Mass at St. Francis Kyabikere Parish on October 17. Addressing more than 30 couples, the Bishop of the Diocese of Kasese in Uganda cautioned men against leaving wives to manage household affairs alone. He advised men to take active roles in providing for families, monitoring spending, and investing resources in productive activities rather than wasting them on alcoholism or womanizing.

During the Mass, which also marked the tenth anniversary of the parish and the opening of the Grotto of Mother Mary, Bishop Kibira encouraged married couples to practice reconciliation and forgiveness. He told women to maintain approachable and understanding communication to foster harmony in the home.

The parish community also addressed local needs during the celebrations. Stephen Mawa, the Parish Head of Laity, noted that the community requires reliable transport for clergy and a new parish church.