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Bishop Jjumba (Masaka Diocese), and Bishop Tamale (West Buganda Diocese) leading the clergy in lifting the cross.
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Bishop Jjumba, Vicar General, Msgr. Ssengooba, Pastotral Coordinator, Fr. Ssendege receiving the word of God during pilgrimage to Bugoma.
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The clergy and laity bringing oil and special gifts during Chrism mass held at Kitovu Cathedral.
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The Chancellor, Fr. Ssekabanja, Cathedral Administrator, Fr. Kakumba leading other clergy and laity in lifting the cross.
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Bishop Jjumba, Vicar General, Msgr. Ssengooba, Pastotral Coordinator, Fr. Ssendege waiting for the word of God during pilgrimage to Bugoma.
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Bishop Jjumba, assisted by Fr. Mukalazi and Deans of various denearies preparing holy oil during Chrism mass.
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Welcome to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Masaka

Masaka Catholic Diocese is large and diverse, with a wide variety of ministries. These pages reflect the many ways in which we strive to serve God through service to His people. As you visit the various pages on this web site, the mission of the Diocese will become clear

“For thou shalt be His witness unto all men of what thou hast seen and heard” Acts 22:15.

To join us in our work, please visit one of our churches, or search for a school, or learn how you can support our Charitable, Educational, and Pastoral Mission.

BISHOP's MESSAGE

Welcome to the official website of Masaka Catholic Diocese in Uganda. You will find on this website information about different departments in Masaka including parishes, religious communities, clergy, institutions, among others; the different commissions, institutions, and departments of the Catholic Diocese, as well as important links to the Church universal and its organs. You can also read about the recent publications and press releases. We hope that you do enjoy your visit to the Diocese Website.

Masaka Catholic Diocese is composed of 63 parishes from 10 districts in the Greater Masaka Region of the Catholic faith in Uganda, constituted with the approval of the Holy See, through which the religious fathers, sisters, and brothers express their collegiate responsibility through collective action, to assure the progress of the Church and coordination of its social and pastoral ministry. It is headed by a Bishop who is elected by the Pope. He is assisted by an Executive Board, also chosen by the Bishop.

  • Location
  • General Information
  • History

The Diocese of Masaka is located in the Southern part of Uganda, South of the Equator. It covers an area of 21,229 Sq. Km. It covers the civic Districts of Bukomansimbi, Kalangala, Kalungu, Kyotera, Lwengo, Lyantonde, Masaka, Rakai and Ssembabule.

Type of Jurisdiction: Diocese

Elevated: 25th March, 1953

Metropolitan: Archdiocese of Kampala

Rite: Roman

Country: Uganda

Mailing Address: Bishop’s House, Kitovu, P.O Box 70, Masaka – Uganda (EA)

Dependent on: Congregation for the Evangelization of the Peoples.

Vicariate Apostolic of Masaka
Latin Name: Masakaensis
Erected Vicariate: 25th May, 1939

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT MASAKA DIOCESE

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Newly Ordained Clergy 2022

DIOCESAN EVENTS GALLERY

LATEST DIOCESAN NEWS & EVENTS

Catholic Professionals in Masaka Diocese have been asked to be exemplary while serving in their

Pope Francis has appointed Rev. Msgr. Lawrence Mukasa as the new Bishop of Kasana-Luweero Diocese. The

In an effort to promote the mission of the Church in Masaka Diocese, Centenary Bank

Her Excellency the Ambassador of the Netherlands in Uganda, Dr. Karin Brown had a courtesy

Sunday, April 16th was celebrated in the Diocese of Masaka as Divine Mercy Sunday. The

The Christians in the 84 Islands of Ssese in Kalangala District, Masaka Diocese have thanked

Christians and well-wishers contributed money towards the development of St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Shrine into

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Masaka on Tuesday March 21st, joined the rest of the

UPCOMING DIOCESE EVENTS

Donate to the Cathedral Foundation

Masaka Catholic Diocese appeals to all well wishers to donate generously to the Kitovu Cathedral Foundation spearheaded by the Laity Commission to facelift Our Lady of Sorrows Cathedral in Kitovu.