The Shepherds of Archdiocese of Mbarara

Shepherding the faithful with wisdom and dedication across generations, our bishops have been pillars of spiritual guidance and pastoral care.

Most. Rev Lambert  Bainomugisha

Most. Rev Lambert Bainomugisha

Archbishop
  • July 13, 1991
  • October 1, 2005
  • June 20, 2020
  • Blessed Virgin Mary of Fatima - Buhungiro
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Most. Rev Paul K. Bakyenga Archbishop Emeritus
  • Born June 30, 1944
  • Kitabi Parish
  • Ordained July 11, 1971
  • Ordained Bishop June 24, 1989
  • Installed January 1, 1999
  • Retired April 25, 2020
  • Died July 18, 2023

His Lordship John Baptist Kakubi Bishop Emeritus
  • Born September 23, 1929
  • St. John Baptist - Birunduma
  • Ordained June 11, 1960
  • Ordained Bishop January 1, 1969
  • Retired November 23, 1991
  • Died February 11, 2016

His Lordship Jean Marie Ogez Bishop Emeritus
  • Born May 12, 1910
  • Ordained June 29, 1935
  • Ordained Bishop December 11, 1956
  • Retired November 25, 1968
  • Died July 10, 2000

His Lordship Francis-Xavier Lacoursiere Bishop Emeritus
  • Born January 26, 1885
  • Ordained June 29, 1913
  • Ordained Bishop March 25, 1953
  • Died March 15, 1970

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