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Archbishop Flynn marks Good Friday with Way of the Cross

3 April 2026, 16:31

Father Ocan Kenneth Kennedy, dressed in white vestments, leads students in the Way of the Cross along Latanya Road. Photo credit: Ekel Bonny Daniel.

By Ekel Bonny Daniel

Archbishop Flynn Secondary School today observed Good Friday with a solemn Way of the Cross, bringing together students and staff for a reflection on the passion and death of Jesus Christ.

The event was led by Reverend Father Ocan Kenneth Kennedy, Parish Curate of Blessed Daudi Okello & Jildo Irwa, as part of nationwide commemorations across Uganda.

Monsignor Matthew Odong, Founder and Director of the school, joined students during the procession and delivered a message emphasising the importance of the day, calling for faith, reconciliation, and spiritual renewal ahead of Easter.

Monsignor Matthew Odong, Founder and Director of Archbishop Flynn Secondary School.

He emphasised that the Way of the Cross strengthens faith and hope, reminding believers that Christ died to save humanity from sin and to reconcile people with God and one another.

Monsignor Matthew Odong explains the significance of the Way of the Cross – Eng.

Akello Funny Stella, a resident of Ogwaleng Valley Cell, Luna Parish, Pader Town Council, shared a heartfelt Good Friday reflection.

She urged the community to pray, seek forgiveness, and surrender their burdens to God, emphasising spiritual renewal and the importance of rising with Christ on Easter.

Akello Funny Stella speaks on the importance of forgiveness – Eng.

The observance centred on themes of redemption, faithfulness, and moral renewal, encouraging participants to overcome hatred, division, and jealousy.

The message urged individuals to turn to God to attain peace and love within families and society.

The ceremony concluded with a renewed call for spiritual reflection ahead of the Easter celebrations.