Ibanda– The Kiboga High Court Circuit Resident Judge, Justice Jamson Karemani was yesterday formally installed as a Lay Canon of the Diocese of North West Ankole during a service held at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Ibanda.
Justice Karemani was installed alongside Ms Byengoma Rosette, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs, in a ceremony presided over by the Bishop of the Diocese of North West Ankole, Amos Magezi.
The installation followed their earlier designation during the First Meeting of the Third Synod of the Diocese, where Bishop Magezi pronounced them Lay Canon Designates in recognition of their exemplary Christian witness and service to both Church and society.
The service drew clergy, judicial officers, government officials, lay leaders, family members, and congregants from across the Diocese, who gathered to witness the installation and celebrate the milestone.
In his address, Bishop Magezi commended the newly installed Lay Canons for their integrity, commitment to faith, and leadership in public service, noting that the office of Lay Canon calls for continued service rooted in humility, faithfulness, and stewardship.
The installation was preceded by a one-day retreat held on Saturday at Golden View Hotel, Ibanda, focusing on spiritual preparation and orientation on the responsibilities of Lay Canons within the Cathedral and the wider Diocese.
The office of Lay Canon is an honorary yet functional position within the Anglican Church, bestowed upon distinguished lay Christians in recognition of faithful service and entrusted with supporting the ministry and mission of the Church.
