St. Joseph's Choir
The choir was originally known as “Missionary Choir”. It was started in 1978 by Rev. Sr. Thereza Caroline of Mary Mother of the Church Congregation, Lira. It began as a small choir of about 10 (ten) members with Mr. Phillip Ochama as its Music Director. In 1982 the number of the choir members rose to 30 with Sr. Thereza as the Chairperson.
In 1990 the name of the Choir changed to St. Joseph Missionary Choir under the leadership of Mr. Aloysius Bbaale as the Chairman.
In 1992 under the leadership of Mr. Jawaconga George, the choir changed its name to St. Joseph and it has been known by that name ever since.
The choir is currently under the leadership of Mr. Alicabiaku Silvano with Mr Kivumbi Edward as the music Director.
We animate Mass on Sunday 8:00am
Our Mission
To foster a spirit of unity among the choir members, educate members in music, manage choir affairs and deal in lawful and agreeable forms of business for the smooth running of the choir.
Our Vision
To enhance a better liturgical celebration of mass through music by encouraging the congregations’ participation in the liturgy.
Tagline
Bene Quis Cantat Bis Orat
Goals
- To enhance a better musical celebration of mass
- To encourage lay peoples’ participation in the liturgy and in the church’s affairs
- To deal in lawful forms of projects to acquire and dispose of all manner of property as may be deemed necessary for the smooth running of the choir.
- To foster a spirit of unity among the choir members, other choirs and the congregation
Achievements
- Animation of the 8:00am mass every Sunday for the last 45 years
- Presentation of Easter and Christmas Carol Concerts
- Conducting outreach to other parishes
- Conducting donation drives to orphanages and other vulnerable groups
Executive Committee
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Chairperson | Alicabiaku Silvano |
| Vice chairperson | Akiteng Brenda |
| Director | Kivumbi Edward |
| Ass. Director | Pachutho Phillip |
| Treasurer | Namusanya Josephine |
| Welfare | Naggendo Teddy |
| Secretary | Auma Prisca Imat |
| Librarian | Kintu Kenneth |
| Ass. Librarian | Kalia Rose |
Membership
The choir has an active membership of 30 ladies and gentlemen
Projects
The choir is saving to acquire a portable organ to be used during travels outside of the parish.
You can invite the choir to sing in your function through the contacts below;
- 0774 029777
- 0703 335525
- P. O. Box 2551 Kampala
- St Joseph’s Choir CTK WhatsApp Group
