Rev. Fr. Marcel Ajoket, the Parish Priest of The Most Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Parish, Dakabela and the Diocesan Communications Director, has called upon Christians to embrace humility, loyalty to God’s word, and upright conduct in all aspects of life, including public and political spaces as the sure path to receiving God’s blessings.
Fr. Ajoket made the call during a solemn Holy Mass celebrated at the Namugongo Catholic Martyrs’ Shrine, where he joined the women of his parish who had undertaken a pilgrimage of hope to Uganda’s most revered shrines.
The pilgrimage formed part of the spiritual journey of the women as they sought renewal of faith, thanksgiving and deeper communion with God during this sacred season of preparation for the birth of Jesus Christ.
Preaching to congregation of pilgrims and local faithful, Fr. Ajoket emphasized that humility is central to Christian life and remains the key that opens the door to God’s grace.
He reminded the faithful that God listens attentively to the prayers of those who are humble and obedient to His word, warning against pride, hypocrisy and dishonesty, especially in leadership and politics.
“For one to receive God’s blessings and timely responses, one must be loyal and humble before God,” Fr. Ajoket said.
“Humility allows God to work in us and through us. Without it, even our prayers become empty words.”
He further urged Christians to practice integrity and humility in politics and public life, noting that faith cannot be separated from daily conduct.
According to him, leaders and citizens alike are called to reflect Christian values in decision making, service to others and the pursuit of justice and peace.
He stressed that God’s blessings rest upon those who walk faithfully in truth and righteousness.
In line with the liturgical season, Fr. Ajoket encouraged the faithful to continue preparing their hearts for the birth of Jesus Christ.
He called on Christians to listen attentively to God’s word, accept it with open hearts, and put it into practice through acts of love, forgiveness and service.
He noted that true preparation for Christ’s coming goes beyond external celebrations and requires inner conversion and renewed commitment to living the Gospel.
The pilgrimage saw the women of The Most Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Parish travel to both Munyonyo and Namugongo Catholic Shrines.
At Munyonyo, the site traditionally associated with the martyrdom of St. Andrew Kaggwa, the women offered prayers for their families, parish and the wider Church in the adoration chapel.
Their journey later culminated at Namugongo, where they actively animated the Holy Mass through hymns and liturgical participation, filling the shrine with joy, devotion and thanksgiving.
The women expressed deep happiness and gratitude for the opportunity to pray at the national shrines and for the spiritual guidance offered by their parish priest.
Many described the pilgrimage as a moment of renewal, unity and strengthened faith, noting that it deepened their understanding of sacrifice, perseverance and hope as exemplified by the Uganda Martyrs.
They also praised Rev. Fr. Marcel Ajoket for his courage, dedication and visionary leadership, which they said has significantly contributed to the development and spiritual growth of the parish.
The women commended him for encouraging active participation of the laity, especially women, in Church activities and for consistently guiding the faithful towards faith-based values and community development.
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