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He pledged to give us this money of Shs1.5 billion, while other funds we shall collect from churches within our diocese, companies, institutions, and individuals will contribute Shs400 million. Churches will contribute Shs200 million,&#8221; he explained during an interview on March 29.<\/p>\n<p>Bishop Kisembo said there are prior celebrations before the June 3. The celebrations will start with a Children&#8217;s Day event on May 27, followed by Youth Day on the 28, Women&#8217;s Day on May 29, and a Men&#8217;s event on May 30.<\/p>\n<p>The period from the May 31 to June 2 will feature overnight prayers, crusades, and evangelism, culminating in the climax of the celebration on June 3.<\/p>\n<p>Bishop Kisembo also disclosed that on June 3, Bishop Henry Dikumba from the Anglican Church of Nigeria will serve as the guest preacher, with President Museveni attending as the chief guest.<\/p>\n<p>The six dioceses involved in organizing the event include South Rwenzori from Kasese district, East Ruwenzori from Kamwenge district, West Ruwenzori from Bundibugyo district, and Ruwenzori from Fort Portal City, Bunyoro Kitara, and Masindi Kitara.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\">Uganda<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. 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