MESSAGE BYAMDA CHAIRMAN

Dear People of God,

I greet you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

On behalf of the AMDA Executive Committee, I warmly welcome you to this Palm Sunday Mass. I extend special thanks to the members of the Marrieds Council for beautifully animating today’s Mass—congratulations on a job well done.

I also offer a heartfelt welcome to our elders, whom we have dearly missed praying with. In the same spirit, I warmly welcome and thank our main celebrant, Fr. Hillary Katusiime, along with the co-celebrants, for presiding over this Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

I sincerely thank the leadership of the AMDA Marrieds Council for organising and animating today’s liturgy. The vocation of marriage is of great importance, as it serves as a foundational institution that supports social stability, moral continuity, and human development.

Your service today demonstrates the vital role marriage plays in building strong families and nurturing morally upright children, thereby contributing to a stable and thriving society. We truly appreciate your dedication and teamwork.

As we journey through the Lenten Season, which began on Wednesday, 18th March, this Palm Sunday ushers us into Holy Week—a sacred time for reflection on the life, passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

I encourage all of us to observe this period with prayer and devotion. I also commend AMDA Families 3 and 4, as well as the AMDA Youth, for their acts of charity during Lent. May the Lord bless you abundantly for your generosity.

As AMDA, we remain steadfast in our mission to evangelise through our seven pillars, striving to live according to Christ’s teachings. We aim to lead by example, preach through our actions, and glorify God by being a light in our homes and workplaces.

I call upon all members, especially those in leadership, to reflect on this calling and continue standing out as beacons of hope.

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Recent Activities

• 1st March: We held a well-attended Lenten recollection. I thank the Spiritual Council for their effective mobilisation.
• 7th March: We conducted the AMDA SACCO Annual General Meeting. Appreciation goes to the Board, Management, and shareholders for fostering its continued growth.
• 8th March: The AMDA Women and Youth Ladies celebrated International Women’s Day. Special thanks to the Women’s Council for their coordination and for continuously strengthening our association. The celebration included women from HOIDERA (Hoima External Residents Association). We thank the AMDA women for embracing this year’s theme “Turibamwe omurikristo.” We recognise and celebrate the invaluable role women play in our families and communities.
• 12th March: AMDA leaders participated in an online kiganiro organised by the Leadership Council under the theme “Leading with Integrity to Witness Christ’s Mission for Humanity.” I encourage members to attend such engagements for mentorship and growth.
• 18th March: The Marrieds Council hosted an online session on “Navigating Parenting in Modern Times.” It was both educative and empowering.
• 22nd March: The EXCO held its monthly meeting hosted by Mr. & Mrs. Mwesigwa Silver. Discussions focused on:
  • Preparations for AMDA Caravan 2026 to Nyabwina
  • Progress on the Rubaga Project
  • Strategies for completion

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Rubaga Project Update

The Rubaga Project has taken longer than expected, which has understandably raised concerns regarding progress and status.

An update has been included in this bulletin outlining:

• Current status
• Financial needs
• Completion plans

We kindly ask for your continued support during this critical phase, which requires substantial resources despite limited visible progress.

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Strategic Development

Today, 29th March, we are pleased to launch the first AMDA Five-Year Strategic Plan.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to:

• AMDA elders led by Chairman Emeritus Dr. Ampe Gaston
• Economic Empowerment Council led by Mr. Venny Birusya

This roadmap will guide our annual programs and activities across all councils.

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Upcoming Activities

• 4th April: AMDA Youth and Men Day Out (including a Men’s Affairs talk). All men and male youth are encouraged to attend.
• 17th April: Official launch of the AMDA Caravan at Hotel Africana.
  This charity initiative will focus on:
  • Education development
  • Economic empowerment
  • Medical camp services (cleft lip & palate repair, cardiology, eye care, urology)
  All members are invited to participate in planning and resource mobilisation.
• 26th April: Monthly Mass animated by Boston High School at Rubaga.

I look forward to your continued participation in all Association activities.

Wishing you a blessed Palm Sunday, a prayerful Holy Week, and a joyful Easter Season.

AMDA Chairman