Introduction
St. Stephen’s Kisugu, Church of Uganda, located in Kisugu, Kampala, serves a diverse congregation from both upscale and low-income areas, including the Kanyogoga slum. Established in 2010 by Bishop Hannington Mutebi, our ministry addresses the challenges faced by the slum communities, such as inadequate housing, sanitation, and high rates of crime, drug abuse, and poverty. Through our initiatives, we aim to improve living conditions, provide education, and empower residents for a better future.
Our Mission
To touch the lives of families in the neighbourhood of St Stephens' church of Uganda by empowering them to;
- Demonstrate the spiritual, financial financial,and social kills required for positive livelihood;
- Participate in the process of educating their children;
- Avocating and participating towards effort aimed at positive communal and individual health.
Our Vision
To see holistic developed families thriving in every aspect of their lives. We envision a future where families are empowered to grow spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, and economically, enabling them to break free from the cycle of poverty and embrace a flourishing future.
We believe in nurturing strong family bonds and providing comprehensive support that addresses the diverse needs of families. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to create an environment where families are equipped with the necessary resources, skills, and opportunities to develop and thrive in all dimensions of their lives.
Objectives
- To enhance the spiritual-social wellbeing of members from selected beneficiary families
to cumulatively enroll and retain children from the selected beneficiary families in schools, with parent/guardian participation and contribution.
To create awareness of the community needs to attract support and partnership.
To economically empower the families for self reliance.
To do all such other things as may be deemed incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects or any of them
How We Started
During his time as Vicar of St. Stephen’s Kisugu, Reverend Canon Mutebi recognized the disparity between the church's mission partnerships and the needs of the immediate community. Taking a prayer walk with a few congregational members, they witnessed the challenging living conditions and lack of opportunities for the surrounding communities. Inspired by this, the Touch Lives Ministry was initiated as a compassion ministry of St. Stephen’s Kisugu.
Originally known as the Kanyogoga Project, the ministry started by assisting children from Kanyogoga with school fees. However, it became evident that the parents/caregivers struggled to meet other educational needs due to poverty. To address this, the ministry expanded its scope, adopting the name Touch Lives Ministry and incorporating Kanyogoga as a project within it. This expansion allows for the development of additional projects in the future, focusing on socio-economic empowerment and sustainability.
The ministry's growth was driven by the realization that relying solely on the congregation's financial contributions for funding was not sustainable. By broadening its initiatives, Touch Lives Ministry aims to make a more substantial and long-lasting impact on the communities it serves.
Popular Campaigns
Join us in making a lasting impact through these vital initiatives
Annual Charity Run
Join us for the Annual Charity Walk led by Bishop Frederick Jackson Baalwa as we make strides towards a better future
Education Support
We run school fees collection campaigns every term. For this period we have a balance of UGX 26,127,500 (USD 7080.47)
Charity Shop
With a wide range of carefully curated commodities, each sale contributes directly to our vital activities and initiatives that uplift families in need.
We’re On A Mission To Solve
The Problems
Cupidatat non proident sunt
Pure Water
Healthy Food
Medical Facilities
Education
The Board
Mrs. Priscilla Kigumba
Rev Moses Henry Isabirye
Mrs. Robinah Ibale
Mrs. Christine Musoke
