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By Frank Kamuntu

Pastor Patience Rwabwogo has been consecrated as an Episcopal Bishop of Covenant Nations Church (CNC), marking a major milestone in her 20-year journey in Christian ministry.

The historic consecration took place on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the CNC Maya Campus in Kyengera Town Council, Wakiso District, attracting senior government officials, religious leaders, diplomats and members of the congregation.

President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Janet Museveni attended the ceremony as parents of the newly consecrated bishop, while Vice President Jessica Alupo, NRM National Vice Chairperson Moses Kigongo, ministers, security chiefs including Inspector General of Police Abbas Byakagaba, diplomats and several Christian leaders were also present.

The service reached its defining moment shortly after 2:00pm when renowned American evangelist Bishop Dr LaDonna Osborn called Rwabwogo forward for the episcopal dedication.

Drawing her message from Luke 4:8-21, Osborn challenged the new bishop to embrace the responsibility of preaching Christ, strengthening the Church and advancing God’s kingdom.

The consecration also celebrated Rwabwogo’s two decades of ministry, with CNC elders tracing the church’s journey from a small house fellowship to an established ministry.

CNC elder Allen Kagina, who presented the elders’ affirmation of Rwabwogo’s calling, said the vision that started modestly 20 years ago had grown through prayer, perseverance and commitment.

She described Rwabwogo’s ministry as one centred on biblical teaching, discipleship, prayer, worship, evangelism, leadership and community service.

According to the elders, Rwabwogo’s leadership has also placed emphasis on equipping believers to translate their faith into practical action within their families, workplaces and communities.

Kagina highlighted Rwabwogo’s work with young people, including students and young professionals, through Bible teaching, mentorship programmes, conferences, leadership seminars and evangelistic missions.

The elders said the ministry had encouraged young people to discover their purpose and use their education, talents and opportunities to contribute to society.

Rwabwogo was also commended for promoting cooperation among different Christian denominations.

Kagina pointed to the Light Up Uganda for Jesus Gospel Mission, which brought together Christians from different backgrounds for prayer, worship and evangelism, as one example of the ministry’s emphasis on Christian unity.

Following the elders’ recommendation, Bishop Osborn formally received the church’s consent for Rwabwogo’s consecration before leading her through examination, prayer, anointing and the laying on of hands.

The ceremony included a number of symbols associated with episcopal leadership.

Osborn explained that the clergy garment represented the responsibility to teach God’s Word and apply it to the lives of believers, while the pectoral cross symbolised commitment to Christ and His sacrifice.

A ring was presented as a symbol of covenant faithfulness to Christ and the Church, while the episcopal coat represented what Osborn described as “covering and shepherding love”.

The episcopal insignia symbolised spiritual leadership and vision, while the pastoral staff represented Rwabwogo’s responsibility to shepherd God’s people.

“In the name of Jesus Christ, by the authority of the call of God in your life, we consecrate you. We set you apart, Patience,” Osborn declared.

She also recognised President Museveni and the First Lady, thanking them for attending the occasion and supporting their daughter’s ministry.

Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, Rwabwogo’s spiritual father and one of the chief preachers at the ceremony, congratulated her on attaining the new responsibility.

Adeboye cautioned that episcopal leadership should not be viewed as a position of prestige, but as a serious calling that demands discipline, sacrifice and commitment.

He further emphasised that the episcopal calling is not restricted by gender, arguing that those genuinely called to serve God should be allowed to fulfil their responsibilities.

Adeboye also used the occasion to challenge Ugandans to embrace genuine faith as a catalyst for national transformation.

He argued that a country whose people genuinely lived out their faith could achieve significant social and national progress.

The consecration therefore marked not only a new chapter in Rwabwogo’s personal ministry, but also a celebration of the growth of Covenant Nations Church since its humble beginnings two decades ago.

With her elevation to episcopal leadership, Rwabwogo is expected to continue her ministry of discipleship, evangelism, mentorship, Christian unity and community transformation under a new level of responsibility.