The Archbishop-elect of Kampala Paul Ssemogerere has asked Christians to pray for him to overcome temptations from politicians as he takes over his new office.
Ssemogerere will be installed as Archbishop of Kampala on Tuesday, January 25th, to take over the most influential Archdiocese in the country.
Because of the influence of the Archdiocese and the people at its helm, it is often flocked by politicians seeking blessings and those who want to gain and maintain a grip on power.
Yesterday, while delivering his homily at thanksgiving mass in Luwero Archbishop-Elect Ssemogerere said that several politicians have already come to him seeking favours but the man of God said he is aware of temptations from politicians but is hopeful that with God’s blessings and prayers he will overcome.
He asked Christians not to equate him to the Late Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, his predecessor, but judge him on the basis of his capabilities.
Nakaseke Central Member of Parliament Allan Mayanja Ssebunya said that some politicians want to bribe Church leaders not to speak against human rights abuses whereas others want endorsement from them.
Ssebunya however noted that Ssemogerere is a principled leader who won’t be easily intimidated or tempted not to speak against rights violations.
The Kasana Luwero Diocese will officially hold a special mass to bid farewell to Paul Ssemogerere on Sunday, January 23 after serving for 13 years as Diocesan Bishop.
