The Bishop of Mukono Diocese, Rt. Rev. Enos Kitto Kagodo, has urged parents, teachers and other education stakeholders to prioritise prayer in their daily activities, describing it as an important source of strength in overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Bishop Kagodo said prayer was particularly important for candidates preparing for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), scheduled for November 3 and 4, 2026. He emphasised that spiritual guidance, discipline and cooperation among education stakeholders were essential in supporting learners’ success.
He made the remarks while presiding over a dedication ceremony for Primary Seven candidates at Kanjuki Junior School in Kayunga District, where pupils were prayed for ahead of the national examinations.
Quoting John 10:10, the bishop reminded Christians of the biblical warning that the thief comes to steal, kill and destroy. He urged believers to remain prayerful and vigilant against what he described as the devil’s attempts to frustrate God’s purpose for humanity.
“The thief comes only to steal, kill and destroy. We must therefore embrace prayer in everything we do because Satan does not rest, and he is always seeking to frustrate God’s plans for our lives,” Bishop Kagodo said.
He urged parents not to leave the responsibility of preparing children for their examinations entirely to teachers, but to complement schools’ efforts by providing emotional, moral and spiritual support at home.
The bishop also called on teachers and school administrators to continue guiding candidates through their final preparations, encouraging them to create an environment that builds confidence, promotes discipline and supports academic excellence.
He stressed that prayer should not be limited to examination periods but should remain an integral part of family life and child upbringing, helping learners develop strong moral values and a sense of responsibility.
Bishop Kagodo further commended the proprietors of Kanjuki Junior School, led by Issa Ntale, for their contribution to education and the development of Ugandan children.
He applauded the school management for investing in the education sector, noting that private education providers complement government efforts to expand access to learning and prepare children for a better future.
“The proprietors deserve appreciation for the role they are playing in promoting education for the Ugandan child. Their contribution is important in preparing the next generation for future responsibilities,” he said.
The ceremony also featured a graduation event for pupils advancing to Primary One, marking their transition into formal primary education.
The event brought together pupils, parents, teachers and school administrators to celebrate the children’s educational progress while seeking God’s guidance for Primary Seven candidates preparing for their final primary school examinations.
With the PLE scheduled for November 3 and 4, the bishop’s message highlighted the importance of combining academic preparation with prayer, parental involvement and responsible guidance to help learners approach their examinations with confidence.