Divine Mercy Devotion

Overview

The Divine Mercy Devotion is a prayer ministry inspired by Christ to St. Faustina Kowalska. It reminds the faithful of God’s boundless mercy and strengthens the culture of prayer in the parish.

Established at St. Charles Lwanga in 2021, the devotion brings parishioners closer to God through prayer, acts of mercy, reception of the sacraments, and trust in Jesus.

Mission

To foster a prayerful community rooted in the message of Divine Mercy, encouraging the sacraments of Confession and Holy Communion, and devotion to God’s mercy for the salvation of souls.

Objectives

To nurture prayerfulness among parishioners through the Chaplet and Hour of Mercy.
To encourage participation in Confession and Holy Communion, especially on Divine Mercy Sunday.
To extend acts of mercy to the sick, the imprisoned, and those in need.
To lead the parish in Divine Mercy Sunday and other seasonal devotions centered on God’s mercy.

Key activities or services provided

Weekly Prayer Meetings

Every Friday at 5:30 PM (Adoration, recitation of the chaplet).

Divine Mercy Sunday

Celebrated every first Sunday after Easter

Divine Mercy Novena

Held annually across the world beginning on Good Friday, climaxing with Divine Mercy Sunday

Daily Chaplet

Recited every day between 3–4 PM, the Hour of Mercy

Visits & Outreach

To the sick, home visits, and planned prison ministry.

Monthly Meetings

Fellowship and planning sessions (though consistency remains a challenge).

Leadership & Structure

Name	Role	Contacts
Grace	Coordinator	0702466444
Carol Mugisha	Assistant Coordinator	0772619300
John Lanyero	Secretary	077694718
Lawrence Kayindu	Treasurer	0777691286
Bella Namara	Head of Liturgy	0774433433