Canon Johnson Byabashaija leads the North Kigezi Laity

Leadership shakeup hits North Kigezi Diocese hard after yesterday's synod vote.

North Kigezi Diocese synod outcomes

• Canon Dr. Johnson Byabashaija wins the Head of Laity spot.
• He replaces Turyabe Abel Matiita in that role.
• Ven. Capt. Jallon Atusinguza takes the Head of the House of Clergy.
• Three churches have gained full parish status now.

Key appointments announced

• Bishop Onesmus Asiimwe names Rev. Canon Elisha Waswa Bishop’s Commissary.
• Canon Agaba Maguru steps in as Diocesan Chancellor.
• Isaac Atukunda becomes Deputy Vice Chancellor.

New parish upgrades

• St. James Nyamizi Church of Uganda levels up.
• St. James Nyaburondo Church of Uganda gets parish recognition.
• St. John’s Katungu Church of Uganda joins the parish list.