Archibishop Janani Luwum commemorations

The life of Janani Luwum began on 6th January 1948 when he, a young school teacher, embraced charismatic Christianity during the East African Revival in his Acoli village in Uganda. This transformative experience led him to become an evangelist, advocating against alcohol and tobacco while also challenging local authorities and their notions of peace. Despite facing official criticism, Luwum remained steadfast in his mission to guide those he believed needed to change their ways before God.

In January 1949, Luwum enrolled at a theological college in Buwalasi, Eastern Uganda, and returned a year later as a catechist. He pursued further training and was ordained as a deacon on 21st December 1955, followed by priesthood a year after. His career progressed impressively, including stints in England for study and eventually becoming the principal of Buwalasi. In September 1966, he took on the role of Provincial Secretary for the Church of Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Boga-Zaire, demonstrating his dynamic leadership qualities.