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Uganda Commemorates 108th Martyrdom Anniversary
Uganda marks 108 years since Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa died for faith.
In brief
Uganda marks 108 years since Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa died for faith. Uganda celebrates 108th anniversary of Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa's martyrdom for Christian faith. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
108th Anniversary Commemoration
Uganda's Catholic faithful gathered at Wipolo Martyrs Shrine in Agago District on 20 October to honor the 108th anniversary of Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa's martyrdom.
“The catholic faithful from across uganda and beyond gathered at wipolo martyrs shrine in agago district, gulu archdiocese, this week 20 october, to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the martyrdom of blessed daudi okello and jildo irwa.”
Beatification and Legacy
Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa were beatified by Pope John Paul II on 20 October 2002, following their martyrdom in 1918 for Christian faith.
“The paimol martyrs of gulu were beatified on 20 october 2002, by pope john paul ii.”
Bishop's Message
Bishop Sabino Ochan Odoki urged Christians to embrace suffering as a path to eternal glory through faith and perseverance.
“May your coming here sanctify you and prepare you for heaven, bishop odoki said.”
The short version
Uganda celebrates 108th anniversary of Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa's martyrdom for Christian faith.
