All Set for the Closure of the Holy Jubilee Year in Kasana–Luweero Diocese

By Bernard Bakalu

Luwero

Preparations are complete for the solemn closure of the Holy Jubilee Year in Kasana–Luweero Diocese.

According to Rev. Fr. Dr. Cyril Kasigwa Sande, the Kasana-Luweero Diocesan Pastoral Coordinator, “The day will begin with the Sacrament of Confession, starting at 7:30 a.m., allowing the faithful to receive God’s mercy and forgiveness in preparation for the celebration.”

Fr. Kasigwa says that Rt. Rev. Lawrence Mukasa, Bishop of Kasana–Luweero Diocese, will preside over a special liturgical function inside the Sacristy, after which the solemn procession will commence at 9:30 a.m.

The Holy Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima, Queen of Peace, Kasana Cathedral.

Fr. Kasigwa encourages congregants to “arrive early to participate fully in Confessions and to find seating inside and outside the Cathedral, ensuring they can take part in all the liturgical rites of the day.”

Asked about the program, Fr. Kasigwa explained, “The main focus will be the rite of the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year, emphasizing prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal.

He notes that there will be minimal speeches so that attention remains on the sacred celebrations and the faithful’s encounter with God.

The diocese invites all the faithful to “join in this historic moment of grace, marking the conclusion of a year dedicated to spiritual renewal, thanksgiving, and jubilation in honor of God’s enduring mercy.

LAST-MINUTE PREPARATIONS IN PICTURES

 A front view of Our Lady of Fatima Queen of Peace Kasana Cathedral on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of the Closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.

 Rev. Sr takes a seat inside Kasana Cathedral through ‘THE HOLY DOOR’ on Saturday, December 27, 2025. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.

 An inside view of Our Lady of Fatima Queen of Peace Kasana Cathedral on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of the Closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.

 Youthful men offload seats from a FUSO truck on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in preparation for congregants attending the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.

 Mrs. Yvonne Ssenvuma and other young volunteers assist with preparations for the seating area on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of congregants attending the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU

 A wider view of the entrance to the seating area outside Kasana Cathedral on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of the arrival of congregants for the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.  

A wide view of the entrance to the seating area outside Kasana Cathedral, with a FUSO truck loaded with chairs, on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of the arrival of congregants for the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.

 A FUSO truck arrives with additional seats at Kasana Cathedral on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of the arrival of congregants for the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.

Kasana–Luweero Diocesan Religious Education Advisor, Rev. Fr. Boniface Muzira, leads the choir through rehearsals at Kasana Cathedral on Saturday, December 27, 2025, ahead of the arrival of congregants for the closure of the Holy Jubilee Year. PHOTO BY BERNARD BAKALU.