By The Respondent Reporter
Twelve students from various parts of the country have graduated with Diploma-level certificates in Theological Education from Bukoba International Theological Seminary, located in Kanyigo Ward, Missenyi District, Kagera Region.
This graduation marks the fifth ceremony for the college, which is sponsored by Korean supporters dedicated to congregation and leaders of Pentecostal churches.
The graduates, after four years of study, have pledged to use the knowledge and skills they acquired to spread the Gospel despite modern challenges like globalization and digitalization.
Among these graduates are Veronica Kokubanza Luzigija and Michael Ayoub Mahemya, who spoke about the importance of being equipped to teach and share the true message of God in today’s complex world.
" Being a Pastor servant at Kassambya Healing of Gospel Assemblies of God, I am proud of this honour of receiving my cerificate, and I hope for better results in serving my church" said Veronica.
They expressed gratitude towards their Korean sponsors, college management, and all who supported their journey to graduation. Many are committed to furthering their education.
Chief Guest, Insun An, urged the graduates to live exemplary Christian lives that reflect Christ to others, enabling them to serve and support their communities better.
Pastor Kidoo Song, Chairman of the College Board, highlighted the importance of Pentecostals joining the seminary to prepare for evangelistic work globally.
The Chairman of the College's Board, Pastor Kidoo Song has said that there is great importance for Pentecostals to join the college in preparing graduates to join their colleagues in different parts of the world for evangelization.
The president of the college, Prof. Chenson Oh, has expressed his happiness for the graduates saying four years of training is not a simple task but needs dedication and accountability, and at last they had made it, adding that the new academic year starts in 2026 in February and the registration forms have started to be issued.