{"id":5784,"date":"2022-05-10T10:14:56","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T07:14:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reachoutmbuya.org\/?p=5784"},"modified":"2022-08-08T08:54:49","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T05:54:49","slug":"rom-spiritual-retreat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reachoutmbuya.org\/?p=5784","title":{"rendered":"ROM SPIRITUAL RETREAT"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>HEARTS MELT AT ROM SPIRITUAL RETREAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It was no ordinary atmosphere at Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM) on Friday 29th April when over 150 staff held their spiritual retreat at the organization\u2019s main branch at Mbuya. Many dressed in white -the organization\u2019s corporate wear, warmly received the day\u2019s message. Rev. Fr. Bruno Sserunkuuma from Bulo Parish in Butambala led Mass and adoration, during which he urged members of staff not to fear receiving the Holy Spirit to take over their lives, for he is our companion given to us by God for guidance.<br \/>\nSharing in the example of the Apostles, Fr. Bruno appreciated ROM for being a community of believers, who like Jesus\u2019 apostles, exhibit oneness and love for one another. For love is more important than the things we have and touch. \u201cSometimes we do not know how powerful and great our sharing is to others.\u201d He said.<br \/>\nThe minister called upon staff to always engage in prayer through the Name of Jesus and remain committed to their work, just as the apostles remained committed to Jesus\u2019 work even when they were beaten and imprisoned for spreading the Gospel. As believers, referring to such Christian roots, makes us clearly define our purpose in life and gives us the will to overcome trials and tribulations. Then, one can be restored for a better person. He further encouraged staff to be witnesses of Christ, citing Acts 4:33 \u201cWith great power, the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God poured rich blessings on them all.\u201d<br \/>\nRelating to St. Catherine of Siena who was given the gift of the Holy Spirit, staff were encouraged to always talk to their colleagues with patience, love and respect, through which their service will automatically bring a difference in the lives of others.<br \/>\nThe Executive Director of ROM, Josephine N. Kaleebi greatly appreciated Fr. Bruno for sharing such wonderful message with the staff. She also indebtedly thanked the members of staff for honoring the invitation, and asked them to retain the blessings they received, utilizing them to cleanse their souls so as to serve better. She promised to organize a similar retreat for the clients as ROM continues to impact lives.<br \/>\nMembers from Christ the King Church were also present.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Annet Nakibuuka<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Communication and Public Relations Officer<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HEARTS MELT AT ROM SPIRITUAL RETREAT It was no ordinary atmosphere at Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM) on Friday 29th April when over 150 staff held their spiritual retreat at the organization\u2019s main branch at Mbuya. Many dressed in white -the organization\u2019s corporate wear, warmly received the day\u2019s message. Rev. Fr. 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