Principal Judge Calls for Reflection, Integrity, Unity and at Judiciary Prayer Breakfast
The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo
The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, today presided over the Judiciary's Quarterly Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast at the Supreme Court Conference Hall in Kampala, with a call on Judicial Officers and staff to remain grounded in integrity, humility, and purpose in the administration of justice.
In her remarks, Lady Justice Abodo emphasized that beyond the daily demands and weighty decisions carried by judicial officers, their work is deeply moral and requires constant reflection. She noted that such gatherings offer a timely opportunity to pause, listen, and refocus on the values of faith, unity, and service that guide the institution.
She cautioned that without deliberate reflection, officers risk losing sight of their purpose, stressing that the public looks to the Judiciary not only for decisions but also for fairness, compassion, and consistency. She underscored the need for judicial officers to remain anchored in principles that promote justice, peace, and respect for all.
Highlighting the spirit of togetherness, the Principal Judge commended the interfaith nature of the gathering, noting that the unity demonstrated across faiths reflects shared values within the institution. She observed that the coincidence of Christian and Muslim fasting periods beginning on the same day symbolized this unity, expressing confidence that participants would return to their duties with renewed commitment.
In a forward-looking proposal, Justice Abodo suggested the development of a standard Judiciary prayer to be recited at the start of official meetings across all court stations. She recommended that Bishop Joshua Lwere and Sheikh Mohammad Ali Wasswa guide the formulation of a unified prayer to promote consistency across the institution.
The President of the Judiciary Christian Fellowship, Sarah Langa Siu, reaffirmed the Fellowship's commitment to praying for Judiciary leadership and the institution at large. She emphasized that justice is a divine mandate and that judicial officers serve as stewards of God’s authority.
Lady Justice Langa Siu stressed that justice must be corruption-free, fair, and principled, noting that spiritual grounding strengthens accountability and ethical conduct. She observed that when individuals are spiritually anchored, they are guided to uphold integrity even in the face of temptation.
In his sermon, Bishop Lwere spoke on forgiveness, describing unforgiveness as a "prison of offense" that hinders personal and spiritual growth. He emphasized that while offenses are inevitable, reconciliation is essential, noting that unresolved conflicts can affect one’s relationship with God and others.
He encouraged participants to embrace mercy, explaining that forgiveness is key to spiritual freedom and well-being. He further noted that individuals who desire mercy must also extend it to others.
The Acting Chief Registrar, Pamella Lamunu Ocaya, described the gathering as a sacred moment for reflection, reminding participants that the administration of justice is both a professional duty and a calling to service. She encouraged officers to allow the experience to strengthen their faith, compassion, and commitment to uplifting others.
The event was attended by Justices of the Court of Appeal, Judges of the High Court, Registrars, Magistrates, Judiciary staff, advocates, religious leaders, and members of the Judiciary Christian Fellowship.
The programme was directed by HW Lamunu Ocaya, assisted by Timothy Lumunye and theJudiciary Public Relations Officer, HW James Ereemye.
Posted 27th, March 2026
