Radio Maria Uganda - Hoima

07/04/2026

Bunyoro leaders and government officials have gathered today at Christ the King Church in Kampala to pray for the fallen Kikuube district boss Peter Banura Araali who passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026 following a terrible knock by a speeding taxi at Kamusunsi, Kiziranfumbi, Kikuube district.

Hon. Banura is son to H.E. Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Matayo Kyaligonza Ambasador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Uganda to Burundi, a devout Catholic who built St. Matayo Kigaaya Parish Church and Presbytery.

May the Soul of Hon. Peter Araali Rest in Peace.

08/03/2026

There are heroes we praise everyday, but there those we forget... "The Women!" God bless the Women. ~ Lucky Dube. HAPPY WOMEN'S DAY!

06/03/2026

Fr. Kituuma's Legacy Lives On - Fr. Patrick Museveni

Masaka | 6 March 2026

The faith community is mourning the loss of Fr. Herman Dr. Kituuma, a devoted priest of Masaka Catholic Diocese who passed on to eternal glory this morning, Friday, March 6, 2026, at Lubaga Hospital.

This is according to the obituary of Bishop Serverus Jjumba, Bishop of Masaka Diocese, signed by Fr. Charles Jude Jjuko, Chancellor of the Diocese.

Rev. Fr. Patrick Museveni, Director of Social Communications Department Hoima Catholic Diocese and Radio Maria Uganda Hoima 90.7FM, a former student of Fr. Kituuma at Katigondo National Major Seminary, remembers him as a guiding light who instilled self-reliance in his students.

Fr. Kituuma, a Rector, teacher of Greek, Bible and Farmer, taught us all "to be at the Seminary not as one at a Picknick, but a place where to unlearn, relearn and learn - not to be a burden to anyone," added Fr. Museveni.

Ordained in 1984, Fr. Kituuma served as Rector of Katigondo National Major Seminary from 2007 to 2023, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of many.

His funeral will take place at Bukalasa Seminary Cemetery on Monday, March 9, 2026, with a Holy Mass at 12:00 noon.

May his legacy inspire us to emulate his dedication and service. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

PICTURE OF THE DECEASED.

04/03/2026

One-day Re-tooling Exercise for 90.7 FM Radio Maria Uganda - Hoima Staff has ended well today, March 4, 2026 at Hocadeo facility in Bujumbura West Cell, Hoima City. Thanks to Omuhinda Anthony Claret Lwanga Ateenyi, main facilitator and our Director Fr. Patrick Museveni Eribankya Atwooki Co-facilitator.

10/09/2025

SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT HOIMA CATHOLIC DIOCESE & RADIO MARIA UGANDA HOIMA 90.7 FM UPDATES ON THE PROGRESS OF OUR DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE REPRESENTATIVES IN ROME - Pilgrims of Hope A.D. 2025

Thu 11 Sept 2025

By Fr. Patrick Museveni & Our Correspondent in Rome

Our Pilgrims from Hoima arrived safely in Italy earlier this week and embarked on wonderful and prayerful moments in Rome.

They have so far visited St. Peter's Basilica, the tomb of Peter the Apostle, St. Paul's Basilica, the tomb of St. Paul. St. Maria Major Basilica, the Holy Steps and the Holy Cross from Jerusalem.

Yesterday's Programme i.e. Wed 10 Sept 2025 was as follows;

A. PAPAL AUDIENCE

1. The Papal General Audience with Pope Leo XIV started at 10:00 am in St Peter's Square, in the open.

2. The Pilgrims arrived at the gate by 7:00 am so as to take appropriate seats and to avoid taking behind seats!

3. The end of the audience was at around 12:30 PM, Italian time (2 Hours behind EST).

B. PROCESSION THROUGH THE HOLY DOOR

1. The Pilgrims started at 2:30 PM with a procession from Piazza (Square) Pio moving through the reconciliation door (via della riconciliazione). At the starting point, they were given the Cross, and the prayer copy in English by volunteers.

2. During the procession, the Cross was carried by various people exchangeably.

3. The Conclusion was at the foot of the Sanctuary (ha kirukwera) in the Basilica of St. Peter (omu K'leziya nkuru eya Petero Omuhikiriire Omutumwa) with a blessing by the Bishop, Rt. Rev. Vincent KIRABO Amooti. The Cross they were carrying was then handed over to the volunteers of the Basilica.

C. PREPARATION FOR MASS

Immediately after the entrance through the Holy Doors into the Basilica, the Bishop and priests went to the Sacristy to vest/dress up for Mass while other Pilgrims were led to the Chapel.

D. HOLY MASS

1. Mass started at 3:20 PM, Italian time, in the Chapel of the Choir (in Italian called "Capella del Coro"), which is on the left side of the main entrance of St. Peter's Basilica.

3. The Bishop, Rt. Rev. Vincent KIRABO Amooti was the Main Celebrant of this Holy Mass with other cocellebrants; Msgr. Peter Kaberenge, Fr. Dominic Ndugwa, Fr. Anatoli Nyamutale, Fr. James Tibezinda, Fr. Valerius Ayebaale, Fr. Donozio Ruhangaliyo, Fr. Peter Abigaba, Fr. Raphael Kajura, Fr. Frank Balyebuga Balyebyga and Fr. Barnabus Atuyambe. During the Mass there was a couple celebrating 20 years of Marriage.
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_ Catholic Diocese Church Updates._

08/09/2025

08/09/2025

REMAIN FOCUSED - BP. KIRABO

By Milly Mbabazi

Mon 8 Sept 2025 | Kampala

The Bishop of Hoima Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Vincent Kirabo Amooti, has urged pilgrims bound for Rome to remain focused on their spiritual journey, cautioning them against getting distracted by unfamiliar sights.

The bishop offered these words of wisdom while leading a mass to pray for the safe travels of the 89 pilgrims embarking on their journey today. The pilgrims will be in Rome from September 8th to 13th.

During the mass, Bishop Kirabo reminded the faithful of the seven key pillars to observe during this year's pilgrimage. These include passing through holy doors, reconciling with God, persistent prayer, commitment to liturgy, fearless proclamation of the Catholic faith, and seeking indulgences. The Mass was at Kolping Hotel in Kampala on Sun 7 Sept 2025.

Mr. JohnMary Mzee Kisembo, head of the laity in Hoima Catholic Diocese, expressed gratitude to the bishop for organizing this pilgrimage.

He noted that the group comprises 89 pilgrims, with 9 from Kagadi vicariate, 16 from Kibaale vicariate, 5 from Masindi vicariate, and 54 from Hoima vicariate.

Additionally, 4 pilgrims are from Lugazi diocese and 1 from Kabale diocese, 3 Protestants have also joined the pilgrimage: Mr. Bingi Julius Kawaiso, Director of De Place Hotel, his wife Mrs. Rose Bingi, and Mr. Jimmy Nyangabyaki from Bujuni Parish.

The pilgrims, including Mrs. Sylvia, Deputy Hoima City Mayor, say, they are traveling to Rome to seek divine intervention through prayer.

Their itinerary includes visits to Vatican City, St. Padre Pio, St. Rita of Cascia, and St. Michael the Archangel.
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Church Updates._

02/09/2025

02/09/2025

Hoima Diocese CCR is Celebrating the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope Community Centre, Rwenkobe.

Started today, Tuesday 2 and will go until Sunday 7 Sept 2025 climaxing with Pilgrimage to Bujumbura Cathedral at 9:00 Am Mass starting with the Rite of Passing through the Blessed Door of Hope.

Programme Daily begins at 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM. Daily Mass is at 6:00 PM.
Please join the Celebration

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23/08/2025

2025 JUBILEE YEAR OF HOPE BAGOLE!

20 Lined Up for Holy Orders, 14 Priests and 6 Deacons.
To follow the event Live, follow this Link...
https://www.youtube.com/live/pAlFp-AFHEU?si=nGMTARbamFFvb4iH

Bishop Vincent Kirabo Amooti, the Ordinary of Hoima Catholic Diocese is presiding over at Our Lady of Lourdes, Bujumbura Cathedral.

WE are coming to you, LIVE.

20/08/2025

General Knowledge Segment With Radio Maria.

DO KNOW YOUR DIRECTOR?

Reverend Father Patrick Museveni is serving in the role of Editorial Director 90.7 FM Radio Maria in Hoima. His other primary role is the Director of the Social Communications Commission in Hoima Diocese (since 18/03/2021 & 20/03/2021, respectively).

He was born on 26/01/1986 to Augustine Eribankya Thompson Ateenyi and Gertrude Nabatanzi Tibakanya Ateenyi in Kitoole Village, Bubogo Parish, Kikuube District.

He has been involved in various activities and events, including:

- Key Events:
- Participating in the National Social Communications week
- Presiding over Holy Mass and sharing insights on loving God and neighbors
- Discussing the importance of unity and peaceful living
- Warning intending couples against costly wedding parties and emphasizing the importance of building strong marital foundations
- Instructor of Catechism on 90.7 FM Radio Maria Uganda Hoima
- Eloquent preacher, fluent speaker of languages including typical Runyoro-Rutooro; an orator.
- Able leader, visionary, revolutionary and transformative

- Roles:
- Director of Social Communications Commission in Hoima Diocese
- Radio Maria Director (is his current status)

- Recent Activities:
- Preparing for the annual meeting of Bishops from the Mbarara Ecclesiastical Province in Hoima (12th-14th. 04.2024).
- Coordinating events and communicating with the public about diocesan activities.

It's worth noting that Rev. Fr. Busobozi John Mary was the first Director of Radio Maria Uganda-Hoima, followed by Fr. Gerald Aligumiikiriza.

If you're looking for more information on Father Patrick Museveni's current role or activities, that's what you can know, succinctly.