Here is where Dr. Lwanga has been laid to rest

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TODAY Thursday April 08th 2021at 3pm sharp, the body of Archbishop Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga was lowered into a magnificent grave dug inside St. Mary’s Cathedral Lubaga amidst tears from family members, the clergy, the laity and friends.
Lwanga 68, was pronounced dead on 3rd April 2020 a day to the commemoration of Easter.

At a historic function led by Bishop Anthony Zziwa of Mityana Diocese, attended by the Papal Nuncio to Uganda, Their Lordship the Bishops, H.E the Vice president of Uganda Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi, Nabaggereka Sylivia Nagginda, Buganda Kingdom Premier Charles Peter Mayiga, NUP Principal Robert Ssentamu Kyangulanyi among hundreds of dignitaries, there was a lot of uniqueness as Archbishop was sent off.

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With the aide of our reporters’ sharp eyes, we bring you these special rights which many of you had not notified during the burial of this great servant of God;

LWANGA BURIED IN CHURCH
It’s true he is not the first to be buried in church but this is not common. He was buried on the right-hand side, between the graves of Joseph Kiwanuka and Bishop Edward Michaud.
Kiwanuka served as the Archbishop of Rubaga from 1961 until his death in 1966, while Bishop Michaud served as the apostolic vicar in Tabora in Tanzania before being transferred to Uganda in 1932. He died in 1945. Lwanga becomes the third to be buried in church. Almost 98% of mourners at Lubaga had never attended burial inside a church either at Lubaga or in any other church. This indeed was unique. Catholic Church says, this isn’t idolatry but a tradition of the church. The living and the dead are uniting in the Mass. Many bishops are likely to be buried in church.

BURIED LEGS FACING THE ALTAR
Another peculiar thing, when the laity dies, often the head is put facing alter so that when he raises, he will raise facing the alter. For the case of Archbishop Lwanga, he was buried his legs facing the Altar and the head facing the congregation, the people. 
This signifies that he will always be joining them in commemorating Mass.

PASTORAL STAFF
Archbishop Lwanga was buried with a Pastoral staff. It is also called a Crosier. It’s a staff with a curved top that is a symbol of the Good Shepherd and is carried by Bishops. It is an insignia of their ecclesiastical office.
This is the stick which he has been  moving with as a Shepherd of Lubaga Archdiocese. This symbolises that he has been a Bishop and even in Heaven he is accepted for his  pastoral work.

WHITE BAPTSIMAL CLOTH
White is the color of purity and wearing a white garment during baptism symbolizes that the person being baptized now has a clean slate in the eyes of God. Christians believe everyone is born with “original sin” which is only washed away through baptism.
The baptismal garment is a white garment either worn from the beginning of the ritual or given after pouring or immersion. In Catholic Baptism, the White Garment signifies that the newly baptised has put on Christ. This white cloth, like the one he put on while getting baptised was covered on Dr. Lwanga’s casket to signify that he was baptised. 

THE BIBLE
Lwanga was buried with a Catholic Bible that includes the whole 73-book canon recognized by the Catholic Church, including the deuerocanonical books. This Holy book was put on his casket meaning he was proclaiming the word of God. 

BURIED WITH THE HOLY CHALICE
In Roman Catholicism, a chalice is a standing cup used to hold sacramental wine during the Eucharist (also called the Lord’s Supper or Holy Communion).
The Holy Chalice, also known as the Holy Grail, is in Christian tradition the vessel that Jesus used at the Last Supper to serve wine. The Synoptic Gospels refer to Jesus sharing a cup of wine with the Apostles, saying it was the covenant in his blood.
This is where they put the consecrated wine in the blood of Christ in Church. The Holy Chalice was buried with Archbishop Lwanga signifying that he has been a priest who has been celebrating Mass.

THE PURIFICATOR
The purificator (purificatorium or more anciently emunctorium) is a white linen cloth which is used to wipe the chalice after each communicant partakes. It is also used to dry the fingers and the lips of the celebrant and to wipe the chalice and paten after the ablutions which follow Communion. This was also put on Archbishop Lwanga’s casket as a symbol for cleaning the Chalice that has been buried with him.

THE CROSS
The Cross is the principal symbol of the Christian religion, recalling the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the faith of Christians. It was placed on Lwanga’s casket and went down with him.

LWANGA CHOSE SUCCESSOR 
Although Dr. Richard Mwebe the Principal Private Secretary to the Archbishop said the new Archbishop will be decided by the Holy Spirit, the deceased has gone after identifying one. Then who is that? We will know in time. If the Pope dies or retires, there is a conclave where all Cardinals congregate to elect a new Pontiff. For the Archbishop, it will be the Holy Spirit to guide. No special meeting will be held to elect Lwanga’s successor. The reigning Bishops are always requested to send two or three names annually to Rome, names of those who can succeed them. Now from the names Lwanga already sent, Rome will look into them and pick one of them, or any other bishop who isn’t on this list. The newly appointed Archbishop will preside over 70 parishes in Kampala Archdiocese with membership of over 4 million Catholics.

BURIED AT THE SAME DAY HE WAS ORDAINED A PRIEST
43 years back on 9th April 1978, Cyprian Kizito Lwanga was ordained a Priest at a function held at the same church where he was today buried! This is so unique.

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Left: Pr. Dr. Matte seated with Dr. Joseph Serwadda and Archbishop Kaziimba during a meeting with President Museveni on opening up of places of Worship last year. On extreme right is Archbishop Lwanga

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THE President of Uganda Union of Seventh-day Adventists Dr. Daniel Matte has sent a message of condolence to Uganda Episcopal Conference following the untimely death of His Grace Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, the archbishop of Kampala archdiocese.
The message which was sent through the General Secretary of Uganda Episcopal Conference Msgr John B Kauta wished the grace of the Lord Jesus to comfort the entire catholic fraternity and that their hope in resurrection may be rekindled.
Lwanga was found dead in his bed on Saturday morning.
According to a tentative burial program, official mourning for the late Dr . Cyprian Kizito Lwanga starts on Monday with mass at 10am at Lubaga cathedral without the body.
On Tuesday the body leaves mulago mortuary straight to his ancestral home at Kyabakadde along Gayaza road. Mass at 10am and the body will stay overnight
On Wednesday the body will arrive at Lubaga cathedral. Mass at 10am. Viewing will takevplace infront of the cathedral.
Burial will take place on Thursday with Mass starting at 10am at the metropolitan Burial grounds besides Lubaga cathedral.

Hon. Kyagulanyi listening to Archbishop Lwanga at Lubaga Cathedral days to presidential elections in January this year

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OPPOSITION National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi wants thorough investigations into the death of Kampala Archbishop Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga.
Today morning, Lwanga was found dead in his room. His death has left many questions unanswered questions.

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Calling it a dark day in Uganda for the Catholic Church and all People of God, Kyagulanyi has said, “I have learnt with great shock about the sudden death of His Grace Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, the Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese. It will be very hard to cope with this unimaginable loss.”
“He will be remembered for always speaking out against injustice and oppression. Only yesterday as he joined the faithful to celebrate the way of the cross, he raised his voice yet again and condemned the rampant abductions of our people by the state.” Writes Bobi Wine in his condolence message.
The 2021 presidential contestant has said that, “Archbishop Lwanga joins several other eminent outspoken religious leaders who have recently died under very unclear circumstances. May the Lord receive his gentle soul in heaven.”

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THE Presiding Apostle Born Again Faith Dr. Joseph Serwadda has joined Archbishop of the Church of Uganda Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu and millions of Ugandans to mourn the passing of Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga which occurred yesterday (Friday) night. He has been the Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese.

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In his message, Dr. Serwadda has said, “I would like to convey my deepest condolences to the Catholic Church Community in this country for the sudden death of His Grace Archbishop Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga.”
The Presiding Apostle says, he is very grateful for the opportunity to have worked closely with Dr. Lwanga as Co-Chair of the Inter Religious Council of Uganda. 
“Dr Lwanga exhibited an aura of excellence, a rare display of wisdom, hard work and insightfulness.” Reads Dr. Serwadda’s condolence message.

According to the Presiding Apostle Born Again Faith, Dr. Kizito Lwanga has never minced his words and was ever elaborate on issues of governance and leadership. 
“This country has lost a gem. We will miss him dearly.” Writes Dr. Joseph Serwadda .

WAY OF CROSS: Archbishops Lwanga and Kaziimba on Friday

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THE Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba, Archbishop Church of Uganda has mourned the sudden death of Archbishop of Kampala Diocese Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga with whom they led the Way of Cross on Good Friday.
In a message sent to Fr. Pius Ssentumbwe the Chancellor Kampala Achdiocese, Dr. Kazimba has said Lwanga will be greatly missed.

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Achbishop Kaziimba has said, “Just yesterday, we walked the Way of the Cross together, and it is a shock to all of us! His clear Gospel voice of advocacy for the poor and oppressed, his commitment to Christian unity, and justice for all will be dearly missed.”

FULL STATEMENT:
Chancellor, Kampala Archdiocese

Dear Father Pius,
Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Resurrection and the Life!
On behalf of the Church of Uganda, please accept our sincerest condolences to you and all Ugandan Roman Catholics who are grieving the sudden death of Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga.
Yet, we know that he has moved into the nearer presence of our Lord and is advancing from glory to glory. He fought the good fight; he finished the race; he kept the faith. Now he, who longed for our Lord’s appearing, receives the crown of righteousness.
We are praying for you, your people, and all Ugandans that we will know the comfort of the Holy Spirit at this time of great loss, and at the same time rejoice that Archbishop Cyprian’s name was written in the Book of Life.

Yours, in Christ,

The Most. Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba
ARCHBISHOP CHURCH OF UGANDA

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A FEW hours after he led the flock in rememberance of Jesus Christ’s crucification during the Way of the cross on Good Friday in Kampala, Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, the Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese returned to his residence in Lubaga a very strong man and in good health. His sudden death has however left many unanswered questions. Insiders say he had no known ailment.
On Friday evening, Lwanga held a few meetings in preparation for Easter Sunday Mass at the Rubaga Cathedral.
Inside his room, he recited the rosary and entered his bed. Little did he know that minutes later, he will join the crucified Jesus in Heaven at 68 years of age he had. 
A very developmental and hardworking man who has spearheaded the growth of many church projects, Dr. Lwanga has followed Bishop Emeritus John Baptist Kaggwa of Masaka Diocese who died just recently. Both have been government critics on corruption and bad governance.
In a statement released by Fr. Pius Male Ssentumbwe the Chancellor Kampala Archdiocese, Lwanga has been called to the House of the Lords! 
Archbishops Stephen Kaziimba (Church Of Uganda) and Dr Cyprian Kizito Lwanga (Kampala), lead Christians in observing the scientific way of the Cross organised by the Uganda Joint Christian Council at Namirembe Cathedral in Kampala attended by Christians from the Anglican, Catholic and Orthodox faiths.

A few hours later, Archbishop Lwanga was found dead in his bed!
Statement reads, “With deep sorrow, I hereby inform you that our beloved Shepherd,  the Archbishop of Kampala Archdiocese, His Grace Dr. Cyprian Kizito Lwanga has been called to the House of the Lords. The Archbishop was found dead in his room this morning.”
Praying to the Almighty and merciful God to grant him eternal rest, Fr. Ssentumbwe has said, “We condole with all our dear People of God especially the clergy, Religious leaders and Lay faithful of Kampala Archdiocese and Late Archbishop’s family.”
“May the Almighty God strengthen us all in this very difficult time.” Reads statement from Kampala Archdiocese office.
Born on 19 January 1953 at Kyabakadde Village, in Naggalama Parish, Lugazi Diocese in present-day Mukono District in the Buganda Region of Uganda, Lwanga was appointed as Archbishop of Kampala on 19 August 2006.
He attended Kyabakadde Primary School. He entered Nyenga Seminary in 1964. Between 1972 and 1974, he studied at Katigondo National Major Seminary, in present-day Kalungu District. He then studied Theology at Ggaba National Seminary, in Kampala. In 1979, he joined the University of Clermont-Ferrand in France, were he studied administration and languages, with particular emphasis on administration. Later, he studied at Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome, where in 1994, he earned a doctorate in Canon Law.
He was ordained a priest on 8 April 1978 at Rubaga Cathedral by Cardinal Emmanuel Kiwanuka Nsubuga. He served as a priest of Kampala Archdiocese until 30 November 1996.

A photo shared by Bobi Wine on his Facebook page showing his aides who were arrested during campaigns. Kabaka has called for their release

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BUGANDA Kingdom Supreme leader Ronald Edward Frederick Kimera Muwenda Mutebi II has called for immediate unconditional release of all political prisoners saying it was their constitutional right to support politicians of their choice. 
In his EASTER message, Kabaka asked God to calm down the anger, shame and pain of leaders not to persecute those who did not support them during the recently concluded General elections. He however did not mention any leader!
The 36th King of Buganda said, “We want to see justice arising from all election court petitions and all political prisoners freed.”
“Let the Resurrection of Jesus remind us the shed of blood, persecution and tears through which he saved the world. Following his footsteps, we also have to suffer and pay the price for others to be free.” Reads Kabaka’s Easter.
He however said, “We are surprised when we see what’s going on in our country these days is not in line of those who suffered and many shed blood.”
“We get sad to see leaders have failed to stop acts of hypocrisy, dictatorship, selfishness and enriching themselves on what is not theirs. We urge you not to dilute the essence of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ as you deny our people their freedom.” Said Kabaka Mutebi.
Wishing his Subjects a happy Easter, His Majesty Kabaka said last years Christians did not gather to celebrate Easter due to Covid – 19 outbreak which caused total lock down of the Country.

“We extend our sympathy to Covid-19 victims and console families which lost their beloved ones as a result of this pandemic. We ask you to continue observing the Standard Operating Procedure (Sops) as recommended by the ministry of health.” Said Kabaka.
In a statement released yesterday (Thursday) by National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi who according to election results released by the Electoral Commission finished second in an election won by ruling NRM’s Yoweri Kaguta Museveni said, “Today marks 90 days since members of my campaign team were arrested in Kalangala, tortured and eventually dumped at Kitalya.”
“These comrades braved the most cruel circumstances. They withstood bullets, sound bombs, teargas, grenades, batons, pepper-spray, etc. As the violence and vile cruelty intensified, their resolve only grew stronger because they knew they were not committing any offence. Every struggle for freedom and democracy has its heroes. You comrades are heroes. Uganda will be free.” Said Hon. Kyagulanyi
Among his aides still in prison are: Nubian Li, Eddie Mutwe, Mbogo, Dan Magic, Kampala Lookman, Kafuko Stanley, Bobi Young, Mudde Ntambi, Sheriff Najja and many others.
Some of these are charged of unlawful possession of ammunition.
“But we all know their real crime, don’t we? Government is punishing them for believing that Uganda deserves better. They are punishing them for associating with me. They are punishing them for daring to dream that a New Uganda is possible.” Writes Kyagulanyi.
Kyagulanyi said he is thinking about all Ugandan political prisoners. “I am thinking about those who we know and the countless ones who we don’t know. I am thinking about those at Kitalya, those at Kigo, those at Luzira, those at Gulu prison, those at Kyamugolani, those at Kassajjagirwa, those in the safe houses and all other detention facilities. I am thinking about all political prisoners tonight.” Reads his Statement.
He called upon all Ugandans, “To think about our fellow citizens who cannot read this post tonight because of choosing a political leader and political party of their choice. Think about them; pray for them, and continue demanding for their freedom from unlawful detention. Sadness may endure a night, but joy comes in the morning (Psalm 30:5).” He said.

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