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
  • Date of Birth: June 30, 1944
  • Home Parish: Kitabi Parish
  • Priestly Ordination: July 11, 1971
  • Episcopal Ordination: June 24, 1989
  • Installation: January 1, 1999
  • Retirement: April 25, 2020
  • Died: July 18, 2023

Rt. Rev. John Baptist Kakubi Bishop Emeritus
  • Date of Birth: September 23, 1929
  • Home Parish: St. John Baptist - Birunduma
  • Priestly Ordination: June 11, 1960
  • Episcopal Ordination: January 1, 1969
  • Retirement: November 23, 1991
  • Died: February 11, 2016

Rt. Rev. Jean Marie Ogez Bishop Emeritus
  • Date of Birth: May 12, 1910
  • Priestly Ordination: June 29, 1935
  • Episcopal Ordination: March 23, 1957
  • Retirement: November 25, 1968
  • Died: July 10, 2000

Rt. Rev. Francis-Xavier Lacoursiere Bishop Emeritus
  • Date of Birth: January 26, 1885
  • Priestly Ordination: June 29, 1913
  • Episcopal Ordination: July 24, 1934
  • Died: March 15, 1970

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