Emmaus Centre Katikamu Becomes Hub for Spiritual Growth and Christian Leadership
Emmaus Centre Katikamu, the Uganda National Centre for the Catholic Charismatic Renewal, has continued to grow into a leading center for Christian leadership formation and spiritual warfare training, attracting believers from across East and Central Africa.
Located in Kasana-Luweero Diocese, about 55 kilometres from Kampala along the Bombo–Gulu Road, the centre has become a place of testimony, healing, prayer, and transformation for many Christians seeking deeper spiritual growth.
The centre regularly organizes life-changing seminars and retreats including Directed Retreats, Growth in the Spirit Seminars, Life in the Spirit Seminars, Inner Healing Programs, and Unbound Healing and Deliverance Seminars.
On April 27, Professor Alex Victor Lengeju from Tanzania facilitated a one-week Growth in the Spirit Seminar that attracted participants from seven nations including Tanzania, South Sudan, Kenya, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zimbabwe, and Uganda.
During the seminar, Prof. Lengeju emphasized the importance of constant prayer and spiritual commitment, reminding Christians that they are partners with Jesus Christ in interceding for the world to bring peace and healing.
“We are partners with Jesus in praying for the world. Prayer is the key to peace and spiritual victory,” Prof. Lengeju said.
He also taught about spiritual warfare, stressing that Christians should fight against evil forces and not against fellow human beings.
Quoting Ephesians 6:10-17, he explained that spiritual battles are not directed toward people but against the works of the devil.
“Human beings are never our enemies. Real spiritual warriors must never partner with the devil to fight fellow human beings,” he noted.
Prof. Lengeju further encouraged Christians to strengthen their faith in prayer, citing biblical heroes such as Abraham, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who remained faithful to God even in difficult moments.
He urged believers to embrace challenges with joy and continue praising God even during hardships and wilderness experiences.
Referring to Paul and Silas in prison, he explained that despite persecution for preaching the Gospel, they continued worshipping God until divine intervention brought freedom.
“Even in suffering, Christians should continue praising God because victory comes through faith and perseverance,” he added.
The professor also advised Christians to carefully choose friendships that promote spiritual growth and avoid influences that may lead them away from God.
He warned against excessive use of phones and social media, saying many families are being destroyed through misuse of technology and unhealthy online content.
“Let us use our phones wisely and for valuable purposes, not spending every moment on things that do not glorify God,” he cautioned.
Meanwhile, preparations are underway for the much-anticipated Life in the Spirit Seminars for the laity scheduled for June. The seminar aims at helping Christians identify, nurture, and grow their spiritual gifts for service in the Church and community.
For information and bookings, interested participants can contact the organizers on +256 774 977877.
