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In a bid to respond to the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese’s appeal to promote coffee growing, Christians from Rwanyanja and Masya Parishes in Bugangari Archdeaconry, together with their church leaders, participated in a one-day field workshop on August 30, 2025, at the home and coffee plantations of principal farmer Mr. Boaz Ruteera.
During the field tour of his coffee and banana plantations, Mr. Ruteera encouraged participants to utilize available land for agriculture, particularly coffee farming, as a reliable source of income to support both their families and church activities. He emphasized the importance of focusing on a single venture, taking calculated risks, and making the best use of family land, regardless of its size.
Mr. Ruteera, who also serves as the Head of Laity for Bugangari Archdeaconry and is a coffee farmer from Nyankoro Cell, Kashayo Parish, further urged Christians to embrace unity and cooperation with people of other faiths, highlighting that collective effort drives sustainable development and strengthens church growth.
Rev. Richard Kwehangana lauded the initiative, noting that the skills acquired by over 200 participants could significantly contribute to household and church development if applied effectively. He also praised Mr. Ruteera for his dedication to supporting the community through knowledge sharing.
Rev. Elasmus Barangirana, Archdeacon of Bugangari Archdeaconry, expressed gratitude to Mr. Ruteera and his family for sharing agricultural expertise without discrimination. He pledged that the knowledge gained would be applied to improve household incomes and benefit the church.
Rev. Bonan Mugiire of Masya Parish encouraged attendees to implement the lessons learned and extend the knowledge to others who could not attend the workshop. He highlighted that growing coffee is a vital initiative for reducing dependence and fostering prosperity in both homes and churches, praising Mr. Ruteera for his commitment to poverty eradication in the community.
