Our Jumuiyas
Christian Communities United in Faith and Fellowship
"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."Hebrews 10:24-25
Our Communities
Each Jumuiya is a family within our parish family, where members grow together in faith, support each other, and serve the community with love.
Mt. Petro
A community dedicated to the rock of faith, following the example of St. Peter. We focus on strengthening our foundation in Christ and supporting fellow believers.
"And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it."
Matthew 16:18
Mt. Yohana Mbatizaji
Following the example of John the Baptist, we prepare the way for the Lord through prayer, penance, and evangelization.
"I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness, 'Make straight the way for the Lord.'"
John 1:23
Mt. Mikaeli
A community under the protection of Archangel Michael, dedicated to spiritual warfare and defending the faith against evil.
"Then war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon."
Revelation 12:7
Mt. Antoni wa Padua
Inspired by St. Anthony of Padua, we focus on finding what is lost - lost souls, lost hope, and lost faith - bringing them back to Christ.
"I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent."
Luke 15:7
Mt. Maria Goretti
A community dedicated to purity and youth ministry, following the example of St. Maria Goretti's courage and forgiveness.
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God."
Matthew 5:8
Mt. Stephano
Following St. Stephen's example of service and martyrdom, we serve the community with dedication and witness to our faith.
"While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, 'Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.'"
Acts 7:59
Mt. Lucia
Inspired by St. Lucy, we bring light to darkness and serve those who are blind - physically and spiritually.
"When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"
John 8:12
Mt. Veronica
Following St. Veronica's compassion, we comfort those who suffer and wipe away tears of sorrow with acts of mercy.
"I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me."
Matthew 25:36
Mt. Yohana Mtume
Following the beloved apostle John, we focus on love, contemplation, and deep spiritual understanding of God's word.
"Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God."
1 John 4:7
Mt. Joshine Bakhita
Inspired by St. Josephine Bakhita, we work for freedom from all forms of slavery and support those who have been marginalized.
"It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."
Galatians 5:1
Mt. Mathayo
Following St. Matthew's transformation from tax collector to apostle, we welcome all people regardless of their past.
"But go and learn what this means: 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice.' For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners."
Matthew 9:13
Mt. Luka
Following St. Luke the physician and evangelist, we focus on healing ministry and spreading the Gospel through acts of compassion.
"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor."
Luke 4:18
Mt. Yoakim
Honoring St. Joachim, father of Mary, we focus on family life, fatherhood, and preparing the next generation in faith.
"Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord."
Ephesians 6:4
Mt. Agostino
Following St. Augustine's journey from sin to sainthood, we focus on conversion, intellectual pursuit of faith, and theological study.
"Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy."
Romans 13:13
Mt. Ambrosi
Inspired by St. Ambrose, we focus on church leadership, defending orthodox faith, and beautiful liturgical worship.
"If I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God's household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth."
1 Timothy 3:15
Mt. Teresia wa Mtoto Yesu
Following St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, we practice the 'little way' of spiritual childhood, trust, and abandonment to God.
"And he said: 'Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.'"
Matthew 18:3
Mt. Agatha
Inspired by St. Agatha's courage and purity, we focus on standing firm in faith despite persecution and supporting victims of violence.
"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong."
1 Corinthians 16:13
Mt. Martin wa Tur
Following St. Martin of Tours' example of charity and military service, we serve both God and community with dedication.
"Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none, and anyone who has food should do the same."
Luke 3:11
Mt. Irene
Inspired by St. Irene, we work for peace and reconciliation in our community and families.
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Mt. Elizabeth wa Hungaria
Following St. Elizabeth of Hungary's dedication to the poor, we focus on charitable works and social justice.
"She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy."
Proverbs 31:20
Mt. Yuda Tadei
Following St. Jude Thaddeus, we pray for hopeless causes and support those in desperate situations.
"Be merciful to those who doubt."
Jude 1:22
Mt. Francis wa Asisi
Following St. Francis of Assisi, we embrace poverty, care for creation, and serve the marginalized with joy.
"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."
Matthew 25:40
Mt. Perpetua
Inspired by St. Perpetua's courage in martyrdom, we stand firm in our faith despite challenges and persecution.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."
2 Timothy 4:7
Mt. Titus
Following St. Titus's example of church leadership and organization, we focus on building strong Christian communities.
"In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness."
Titus 2:7
Mt. Clare
Following St. Clare of Assisi, we embrace simplicity, contemplative prayer, and dedication to the Eucharist.
"One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple."
Psalm 27:4
Mt. Mathias Mulumba
Following the Ugandan martyr St. Matthias Mulumba, we witness to our faith with courage and defend Christian values.
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
Acts 1:8
Mt. Maria Magdalena
Following St. Mary Magdalene's example of conversion and devotion, we focus on repentance, forgiveness, and evangelization.
"Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little."
Luke 7:47
Mt. Kateina wa Siena
Following St. Catherine of Siena, we focus on mystical prayer, church reform, and fearless proclamation of truth.
"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity."
1 Timothy 4:12
Mt. Cleophas
Following St. Cleophas's encounter with the risen Christ, we focus on recognizing Jesus in the Eucharist and daily life.
"Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight."
Luke 24:31
Mt. Atanasius
Following St. Athanasius's defense of orthodox faith, we study and defend the true teachings of the Church against heresy.
"Dear friends, although I was very eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I felt compelled to write and urge you to contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God's holy people."
Jude 1:3
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Jumuiya Meeting Information
When
Every Sunday
Time
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where
Agreed by Respective Jumuiyas