An atmosphere of expectation was evident in Watoto Church Central's
auditorium in Kampala minutes before the celebration with relationship
gurus, John and Helen Burns from Relate Church in Canada last night (8
November)...
The live DVD recording of Beautiful Africa: A new generation
arrangements at Watoto Church in Kampala Uganda are in high gear as we
prepare for the big event on 15 November 2012...
Today's word of encouragement comes from one of our phenomenal district pastors, Edward Mwesigye, the pastor to Watoto Church South. "Jesus is with you right where you are and He wants to set you on a path
of victory through His word, but also to empower you by grace. Remember
that grace empowers us to live victoriously over sin."...
Looking to buy items at a bargain? Then make plans to attend the Watoto Church Public Auction. It will be held on Saturday 6 October 2012 at the Watoto Church parking lot from 8am to 4pm...
The Watoto Children's Choir was honoured to be featured on the cover
of the August to October issue of Air Uganda's 'Asante' Magazine. The
hopeful and happy faces of the Watoto children are a symbol of the hope
Uganda has in the young generation as it prepares to celebrate 50 years
of independence...
1 August 2012: Guntus Are Back
Wondering what that is? They are a series of themed HOUSE parties hosted
by 104.1 PowerFM in conjunction with Coca Cola as a build up to the
Annual PhatFest extravaganza...
Read more
31 July 2012: DOD This Friday
What defines you O daughter of destiny? And how will you get there? What character traits should you develop to
become that woman after God’s Heart? If you are searching for the
answers to these questions and more, DOD’s The Blessed Woman at Watoto
Church Central... Read more
27 July 2012: History Makers' Camp This August
With only 10 days left, camp is upon the young people, who are warming up for the time they will be spending in Fort Portal... Read more
3 July 2012: Watoto Church Classic Is Here!
It has been whispered about in corridors, written about in stories,
spoken of in news ads... And now, it's finally here. Watoto Church
Classic - a new service with a different style of worship.
It's calm, modern with some of your favourite old time songs... Read more
2 July 2012: Nancy Alcorn Speaks At Watoto Church
The past weekend was a phenomenal time at all Watoto Church celebration
points as they listened to dynamic speaker Nancy Alcorn, founder of Mercy Ministries and a good friend of Watoto. She delivered a spirit-stirring sermon on Faith and it’s power to
transform lives... Read more
22 June 2012: Children's Bible Competition Is Here Again!
The annual Bible Yare is designed to empower children with biblical
knowledge and its application in daily life. The preliminaries have been
going on at all Watoto Church celebration points and now, 24 finalists
are ready for a face-off come tomorrow Saturday 23rd June 2012 at Watoto
Church North, starting at 9am... Read more
1 June 2012: This Evening - MOV At Watoto Church Central
Tonight, Fri 1 June at Watoto Church Central, discover the Lion in
You at Men Of Valour (MOV). Men, come along with your sons. This
evening, the men will get together for the first MOV gathering this
year. It will be a time of empowerment and profound insight into what it
means to be a man... Read more
7 May 2012: Mothers' Day 2012
This Mothers’ Day, Watoto pays tribute to every mother around the world
who has come alongside us to help raise Africa’s children... read more
31 March 2012: Watoto Annual Business Meeting Update
Despite the economic hardships of 2011, we were able to increase our
giving and achieve so much to celebrate Christ and impact our cities and
nations. Some of the key areas of growth included; Build God's House,
Fill God's House, Watoto Childcare, 104.1 PowerFM and Living Hope... Read more
9 March 2012: DOD Garden Party Highlights
Turquoise, Turquoise; more turquoise and, a splash of hot pink. A sea of
colour was visibly evident at the Annual Daughters Of Destiny (DOD)
Garden Party on Thursday 8 March 2012 at Watoto Church North in
celebration of International Women's Day... Read more
5 March 2012: Heaven's Gates And Hell' s Flames Highlights
It's been an amazing week at Watoto Church as we hosted globally
renowned production, Heaven's Gates and Hell's Flames. Despite the rain,
thousands of people showed up to the 29 shows presented from Monday, 27
February to Sun, 4 March... Read more
2 March 2012: Day 5 Of HGHF At Watoto Church, Kampala
4 days and 16 shows later, the timeless Gospel story as told by the cast
of Heaven's Gates and Hells Flames, continues to demystify the
infallible grace of God. The actors, from all walks of life including
school kids to high profile businessmen, tirelessly present the reality
of life after death... Read more
1 March 2012: Day 4 Into Heaven's Gates And Hell's Flames
Into the 4th day of Heaven’s Gates and Hell’s Flames showing at Watoto
Church, and the journey so far has been phenomenal. By the end of the
12th show on Wednesday 29 February, over 3,000 people had made a
decision to follow Christ... Read more
29 February 2012: Watoto Students Excel In A'Level
Watoto students have been named among the best performing candidates
countrywide in the recently released Advanced Level results for 2011.
The Uganda Advanced Certificate in Education (UACE) is a national exam
that allows students entry into university and other tertiary
institutions.... Read more
27 February 2012: HGHF - What Others Are Saying
An excerpt from the Daily Monitor. Almost similar to a scene from the
Movie Left Behind, Heaven’s Gates and Hell’s Flames is a play that
portrays life after death. Despite the seriousness of the subject
matter, it has a good dosage of laughter which helps the idea behind it
easy to digest... Read more
27 February 2012: Heaven’s Gates and Hell’s Flames – Last Rehearsal
Lights out! “Where are the Angels? Get them in line. Is the sound system
okay…?” Everyone seems to be doing something in preparation for the
internationally acclaimed drama, Heaven’s Gates and Hell’s Flames
showing this week at Watoto Church Central ... Read more
23 February 2012: Behind The Scenes Of Heaven's Gates And Hell's Flames
The stage is in the final stages of setting, the lights are up, the
script has been screened, and now all that waits is YOU! With a cast of
approximately 300 people, this year Watoto Church is raising the bar for
their evangelical stage production, Heaven’s Gates and Hell’s Flames...
Read more
17 February 2012: Heaven's Gates And Hell's Flames Is Fully In Motion
Preparations for globally renowned outreach production, Heaven’s Gates
and Hell’s Flames, is rolling out as Watoto Church Kampala gets ready to
present 28 shows over 7 days at the end of this month... Read more
15 February 2012: Valentine’s Day with 104.1 PowerFM, Love in 3D
It wasn’t the dazzle and glitz of romantic evenings that listeners have
come to know about PowerFM’s Valentine’s Day celebrations. This time
round, revellers were in for a real experience of Love in 3D at Watoto
Church Central on Valentine’s Day... Read more
7 February 2012: Holy Spirit Encounter Weekend With John Raymer
It was an incredible weekend at Watoto Church when Canadian ministers
and friends of Watoto, John and Christine Raymer led members in a
refreshing encounter with the Holy Spirit... Read more
30 January 2012: OG Concert 2012 - Highlights
A Purposeful Love Story - the story of true love - was phenomenally
presented by the Oils of Gladness crew at Watoto Church this past
weekend. The show depicted a number of themes relevant to the young
person, particularly sacrifice and the value of waiting for true love...
Read more
27 January 2012: OG Concert 2012: A Purposeful Love Story
Watoto Church Youth Ministry presents Oils of Gladness concert, A
Purposeful Love Story; an inspiring musical drama about friendship,
sacrifice and high calling. The O.G Concert starts this afternoon Friday
27 January at 3:00pm, Saturday 28 January at 1:00pm and Sunday 29
January at 5:00pm... Read more
9 January 2012: Watoto Church Prayer And Fasting Week
As we consecrate our lives before the Lord in 2012, join us for the
Watoto Church Prayer and Fasting Week, Monday 9 to Friday 13 January
2012. Come along to Watoto Church Central, North and Gulu in the morning
from 6:00am - 7:45am and at lunchtime from 12:00pm - 1:45pm... Read more
2 January 2012: Super Cell Sunday - The Favour Of God
Thousands of Watoto Church members celebrated the 1st day of 2012 in
cell groups across Kampala and Gulu, Uganda. It was a memorable day of
sharing with friends, family and the community as everyone tuned into
Watoto Church radio station, 104.1 PowerFM for an empowering message by
Pastor Gary Skinner... Read more
22 December 2011: Watoto Church Cantata In Newspapers
An excerpt from Ugandan newspaper, The Observer (21 December 2011):
Christmas comes with its own trimmings. But one event that has been a
constant for 27 years and continues to keep Ugandans anticipating all
year round is Watoto church’s annual Christmas cantata. Forget the fact
that the nativity story is over 2,000 years old. Watoto has lived up to
the challenge of keeping it fresh by adding a twist to the story. This
has made the production an annual tradition for many families... Read more
13 December 2011: More Than Just Music At PowerFM's Musical Festival, PhatFest
The concert started as scheduled at 7pm as the revellers geared up for
the historical night. The highly anticipated annual 104.1 PowerFM
musical festival, PhatFest, was filled with young Christians celebrating
the theme, ’An Army of One’ which involves the youth spreading love
around the city with acts of kindness... Read more
8 December 2011: Michelle Bonilla is in Uganda for 104.1 PowerFM's Phatfest
Michelle is now in preparation for Phatfest, which will be held at
Kyadondo Rugby Grounds this Friday, starting at 6pm. The annual music
festival is hosted by Watoto's radio station, PowerFM... Read more
7 December 2011: PhatFest Kasiki And Guntu Finale
On Friday 2 December, Garden City Roof Top was the place to be in
preparation for the epic upcoming PhatFest 2011 this Friday, 9
December... Read more
2 December 2011: WAD 2011: Does Watoto Have Talent?
In celebration of Watoto's ministry to children orphaned, women widowed
and infected by HIV/AIDS, Watoto Church organised a Talent Show on 1
December 2011 with the theme ''Going Zero.''... Read more
30 November 2011: DOD - Emotional Healing
Emotional Healing was the theme of the Daughters' of Destiny event on 25
November 2011 at Watoto Church central. Ladies turned up in their
thousands to worship God; listen to testimonies of lives transformed by
the love of God; and celebrate together... Read more
15 November 2011: Watoto Ministries Honoured At The Olive Gospel Awards
Friday 11/11/11 was a big night for Watoto Ministries as two of its
ministry arms scooped two awards at the first ever Olive Gospel Music
Awards in Uganda... Read more
4 November 2011: FGH: Robert Invites His Workmates To Church
Robert from Kyengera is a member of Watoto Church West. "I'm Filling God’s House by
inviting my workmates and the new friends that I meet at parties to
church for weekend services, the Power FM Movie Nights and other
events," he says... Read more
28 October 2011: Filling God's House: Hillary's Uses Cell
Hillary from Kawempe uses cell to Fill God’s House.
He says: "I do best in cell follow up. If someone is not coming to
cell, I call him or her up; we chat over a cup of tea and I invite them
to cell and church."... Read more
24 October 2011: The Purple Code Concert
This November, Watoto Church Central is the place to be as gospel dance
troupe I4C and comedy group Hahaha, engage audiences in the never-before
seen dynamic Purple Code concert... Read more
14 October 2011: Celebrating Watoto Musician, Mac Elvis
For this month's PowerFM
Presents Project, all lights were on Mac Elvis, a 24-year-old budding
gospel artist in Uganda as he launched his music album at Watoto Church
Central... Read more
12 October 2011: Thanksgiving Service At Watoto Church
Marking Uganda’s 49th Independence Day, special thanksgiving worship
services were held at all Watoto Church celebration points in Uganda
over the weekend... Read more
7 October 2011: Eat, Dance, Party... Fill God's House
In the September edition of the PowerFM Guntu parties,
a few Watoto Church cell groups hosted a party as a direct means of
sharing and reaching out to community with the love of Christ... Read more
22 September 2011: Beautiful Africa - It's Your Turn
Alex Arriaza from Wenatchee, WA shared some of the incredible moments he
experienced with the Watoto Children's Choir currently in Bremerton, WA
on the Beautiful Africa: A New Generation tour. Check out his photos
with the children... Read more
15 September 2011: Beautiful Africa In The News
This week's TOTO Magazine, Uganda's largest weekly children's magazine
is awash with an exciting story and images of the Watoto Children's
Choir... Read more
12 September 2011: Beautiful Africa: Keeping Hope Alive
As the world marked 10 years after the tragic 9/11 events, Watoto
Children's Choir 50 shared a fitting message of hope and transformation
at St. Marks Lutheran Church in Tacoma and Normandy Christian Church in
Seattle, WA over the weekend... Read more
9 September 2011: Come With Me To Beautiful Africa
Come with me to Beautiful Africa where tales of transformation, hope and
celebration brighten up even the darkest day. Beautiful Africa: A New
Generation is the brand new musical production by the Watoto Children's
Choir... Read more
31 August 2011: The Watoto Church Festival Of Hope - Highlights
Every year, the Watoto Church family gathers to feast and celebrate
their great Hope, Jesus Christ. This year, not even the heavy down pour
of rain could stop the festivities on the weekend at Watoto Church
West... Read more
30 August 2011: Beautiful Africa Live Concert In Kampala
Watoto is thrilled to unveil a dynamic new children's choir presentation
entitled Beautiful Africa: A New Generation this Thursday, 1 September
at Watoto Church Central, starting at 5.30pm... Read more
29 August 2011: Love Is In The Air: The MOV-DOD Date Night
Two beautiful white hearts stood majestically on either side of the
stage. A little red here and a splash of black there, completed the MOV/DOD date night on Friday 27 August at Watoto Church Central... Read more
26 August 2011: Beautiful Africa Stirs Up Uganda's Journalists
Counting down 10 days to their departure for the US on 4 September,
Watoto Children’s Choir yesterday rubbed shoulders with newsmakers and
media personalities during an exciting media tour of Vision Group in Kampala - one of East Africa’s largest media hubs... Read more
24 August 2011: Happy 10 Years At Watoto Church North
It was a wonderful series of events that sealed a decade of possessing
the promise at Watoto Church North. The 10th anniversary celebrations
were marked by a thanksgiving overnight; Bible Study evening; a family
night; an inter-regional sports competition; and fun days for both
children and youth. The festive week culminated in three fully packed
worship services on Sunday 21 August 2011... Read more
22 August 2011: Baby Watoto Sponsors In SA
We are excited about launching Baby Watoto
in Cape Town, South Africa. The team on the ground is working hard to
see our first home for orphaned and destitute babies in Southern Africa
become operational in January 2012... Read more
18 August 2011: Watoto Church Festival Of Hope 2011
Get ready for the Annual Watoto Church Festival of Hope on Sunday 28
August at Watoto Church West. The bumbling, all-day event starts at
9:00am and will end in a dynamic concert, culminating at 5:00pm... Read more
17 August 2011: A Splendid Family Night At Watoto Church North
Graced with an evening downpour of rain, Watoto Church North hosted an
empowering Family Show on 12 August. The atmosphere was filled with love
and a strong sense of family... Read more
12 August 2011: Fill God's House - Care For One Another
People are the greatest resource on the planet. Investing into them is
one of the most important expressions of love, and it has eternal
benefits... Read more
9 August 2011: Beautiful Africa: A New Generation. Become An Ambassador Today!
Become a Watoto Ambassador and help us spread the word about the brand
new, upcoming children’s choir tour, Beautiful Africa: A New
Generation... Read more
8 August 2011: A Breathtaking Benefit Concert
Watoto Church was angelic with a spectacular benefit concert on Friday 5
August and Sunday 7 August 2011 at Watoto Church Central... Read more
8 August 2011: Watoto Choir 48 Returns
Watoto Children's Choir #48 has returned from a maiden tour of South Africa... Read more
29 July 2011: Beautiful Africa: A New Generation
Watoto is excited to present a brand new choir tour entitled Beautiful
Africa: A New Generation. The dynamic, vibrant production is indicative
of the new generation of leaders emerging out of the programme... Read more
26 July 2011: Watoto Church Benefit Concert
Watoto Church is thrilled to present the first-ever classical concert, a dynamic musical event in support of Build God’s House – the Watoto Church building project... Read more
20 July 2011: Welcom Home Watoto Choirs
Cake, local food and a lot of cheering punctuated the welcome home party
for 3 Watoto Children’s Choirs that left Uganda in January for a
6-month tour of Canada, Europe and USA... Read more
19 July 2011: Watoto Participates In Cake Festival
Students from Watoto’s high schools at Bbira and Suubi Children’s
Villages were part of an impeccable presentation at the first ever Cake
Festival in Uganda on Saturday 16 July at the Emin Pasha Hotel in
Kampala... Read more
13 July 2011: Filling God's House Everywhere: Watoto Choir #46 Returns From Canada
Watoto Children's Choir #46 has returned to Uganda after a six-month
tour of Canada where they were actively engaged as ambassadors of
Christ, filling God's House wherever they went. The choir of 21 children
and 10 adults landed at Entebbe International Airport on Tuesday 12th
July at exactly 07H45 with a bountiful harvest of Fill God's House testimonies to mark a successful tour... Read more
12 July 2011: Watoto Church South Celebrates 6th Anniversary
The grand out lay of the stage, garden chairs set out in the church
compound, ecstatic ushers welcoming people and the band doing rehearsals
all showed that this had been a long awaited celebration... Read more
24 June 2011: Women Testify To The Gallantry Of Their Men
MOV Fathers’ Day edition saw women testifying to the gallantry of their
men. The mighty Men of Valour came together at Watoto Church Central in
celebration of Fathers’ Day... Read more
16 June 2011: Day Of The African Child
Watoto is excited to join the rest of Africa to commemorate the Day of the African on 16th June 2011... Read more
15 June 2011: Children's Bible Yare 2011 Highlights
Swords were crossed at the Children’s Bible Yare grand finale face-off
that took place at Watoto Church Central last Thursday... Read more
8 June 2011: Watoto Church Annual Business Meeting
Watoto Ministries' commitment to community was highlighted at the Annual
Business Meeting, held Tuesday 7th June at Watoto Church Central. The
meeting was attended by members of the congregation, church leadership,
legal representatives and external auditors... Read more
7 June 2011: FGH Update: I Found Real Love In Cell
Mary Atuheire lives in Namugongo, Kyaliwajjala in Uganda. She is a
member of cell E1D4C and goes to Watoto Church East. Whilst at
university, Mary led and hosted a cell that she embraced as her
family... Read more
1 June 2011: Spreading The Love With PowerFM's Guntu Parties
Music, dance, glamourous clothes, food and a lot of Coca-Cola rocked the night when 104.1 PowerFM
hosted its listeners to a Hollywood themed party to launch its Guntu
parties on Saturday 28 May 2011 at Palms and Crocs Restaurant in
Kampala... Read more
23 May 2011: Touching Lives, making eternal significance
Jane Okoche is a cell member of E2A4D in Bweyogerere, eastern Kampala.
Almost a year ago, Jane travelled to her village in eastern Uganda where
she met Scovia, a 17 year-old girl who had been impregnated and left
vulnerable... Read More
18 May 2011: Happy 7th Birthday Watoto Church East
The area of Bweyogerere in Kampala woke up to a joyous celebration on
Sunday 15 May 2011 as Watoto Church East celebrated its 7th
Anniversary... Highlights
17 May 2011: Paul Kim's Tribute Concert
Let us celebrate the life of our brother and friend Paul Kim on Tuesday
17 May 2011 at Watoto Church Central. Tribute by numerous gospel artists
like Able 4, Sammy K, Isaac Rucci, Ken Miziki, Nikita, Angella
Katatumba and Allan Wasswa among others... Details
16 May 2011: Kidz 'N Ova 2011: Going Beyond Limits
The Kidz ‘n Ova festival culminated in a grand, colourful praise rally
at Watoto Church Central on Saturday 7 May 2011. The auditorium, filled
with cheerful children, was brightly lit and beautifully decorated with
balloons, cartoons and art pieces in various colours... Read more
13 May 2011: DOD Launches In Cape Town on 28 May
Watoto Church’s popular women’s ministry Daughters of Destiny (DOD)
will commence with a stellar event at Watoto Church Cape Town, South
Africa with a mega all-women’s gathering on Saturday 28th May 2011... Read more
11 May 2011: Watoto Church East To Celebrate 7th Anniversary
There's a party set this weekend as Watoto Church East celebrates 7
years of God’s goodness in the eastern part of Kampala on Sunday 15 May
2011. The mega celebration will take place at the church grounds in
Bweyogerere, starting with a worship service at 10:00am, followed by
lunch prepared by the respective cell groups... Read more
7 May 2011: Happy Mothers' Day From Everyone At Watoto
In celebration of Mothers' Day this weekend, the children at Watoto are
super excited to share their gratitude with all the women who have
impacted their lives. A special Mothers' Day video and photos all
displaying the children's love and appreciation to the women in their
lives are now available... Read more
4 May 2011: Mothers' Day 2011: Watoto Children And Mothers Share Their Joys
In the lead up to Mother's Day, Watoto children and moms express their gratitude and joy for their lives... Read more
1 May 2011: Watoto Church Cape Town Launched
A jubilant crowd flocked to 30 Main Road, Sea Point for the
groundbreaking opening of Watoto Church Cape Town this morning (1 May
2011)... Read more
29 April 2011: Sporadic Riots In Kampala
KAMPALA, UGANDA, 14H00 - There have been sporadic riots in Uganda over
the past few weeks. Security agencies are working to contain the
situation... Read more
29 April 2011: South Africa, Here We Come...
The atmosphere of anticipation and excitement as you walk into the
Watoto Church premises is indicative of a new adventure. The significant
event is only two nights away and the expectation is electrifying and
contagious... Read more
26 April 2011: The Countdown To Watoto Church Cape Town Is On
As we count down to the big launch party for Watoto Church Cape Town on 1
May 2011 - only 4 days to go, Watoto Children's Choir is already
impacting lives in South Africa. Here's a heart-warning testimony from a
Watoto partner... Read more
22 April 2011: Kidz 'N Ova 2011
Kidz ‘n Ova is a worship festival fused with fun activities that draw
children of all ages, ranging from toddlers to pre-teens... Read more
19 April 2011: Kigo Prison Inmates Party With Power FM
It was all about getting jiggy at Kigo Prison as inmates made merry over
the weekend during the PowerFM 'Easter in Prison' bash that took place
on Saturday 16th April 2011... Read more
19 April 2011: This Easter At Watoto Church
Celebrate the power of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ
at Watoto Church this Easter. A variety of activities are lined up,
starting from Monday to Sunday this week... Read more
14 April 2011: Restore Tour Ends With A Show-Stopper Performance For Uganda’s Political Leaders
Just before re-settling back home at the children’s villages after a
six-month global tour, Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More
presented the life-transforming stage production to an exclusive
audience of Uganda’s most influential leaders... Read more
1 April 2011: Restore Tour Bach Home From A Life-Changing Global Tour
A successful6-months of dedication and life changing performances by
Watoto’sRestore Tour: Child Soldier No More culminates in a grand finale
presentation at homebase,WatotoChurch Uganda on Friday, 1 April 2011...
Read more
28 March 2011: Resore Tour: Grand Finale
With over six months on the road, curtains have come down on Watoto’s
life-impacting Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More. The first leg of the
global tour kicked off in September 2010 taking the message of
forgiveness and reconciliation to the US and Canada before crossing over
to Europe in December 2010. The team returned to Uganda for a Christmas
break and came face to face with Ugandan audiences in 9 live events
from January 6th to 9th 2011... Read more
21 March 2011: Restore Tour: A Fitting Farewell And Welcome
On their last leg of the global tour, Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child
Soldier No More encounters pleasant surprises marked by a fitting
farewell and welcome for the team in Western Australia and New
Zealand... Read more
21 March 2011: Restore Tour: From Perth, Western Australia
As Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More nears conclusion of its
global tour of forgiveness and restoration, here's an experience from
Australia, coming to you from Inonge Muyamwa, one of the teams’ hosts at
Kelmscott Church in Perth... Read more
18 March 2011: Restore Tour: A Joy Beyond Expression
Joy is defined by the Merriam–Webster Dictionary as being “the emotion
evoked by well-being, success, a state of happiness or bliss, a source
or cause of delight”. And 'Joy' is the word that seems to come up more
often when people see the Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More
team and watch the live events... Read more
18 March 2011: Watoto's DOD Celebrate Women's Day In Style
‘Beauty for Ashes’ was the theme of the day as the Daughters Of Destiny
(DOD) celebrated the International Women’s Day on 8th March 2011.
Dressed like royalty, ladies clad in purple outfits filled the Watoto
Church North newly launched auditorium with a number of them sharing
testimonies of other women who have positively impacted their
communities... Read more
15 March 2011: Restore Tour: The Uttermost Ends Of The Earth
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More is now in its final three
weeks its amazing global tour. What an amazing journey it has been so
far!.. Read more
11 March 2011: Praying For You Japan
Dear Watoto Friend, In light of the devastating earthquake and tsunami
affecting Japan, Watoto Ministries would like to send you our deepest
condolences... Read more
11 March 2011: Restore Tour In New Zealand
After two months of intense travelling in Australia, Watoto’s Restore
Tour: Child Soldier No More has headed down to the Kiwi land -New
Zealand for the final three weeks of its global tour... Read more
25 February 2011: Men Of Valour Reloaded
Godliness, Generosity and Greatness take charge this evening, Friday
February 25th 2011 with the mighty Men Of Valour (MOV) in the men's only
service at Watoto Church Central main auditorium... Read more
22 February 2011: Bomb Scare at Watoto Church Building
KAMPALA, UGANDA - We have just become aware of a suspicious package
next to Watoto Church building on Kampala road and are currently looking
into it. The Police bomb squad is in the building and carrying out the
necessary investigation. We will release information about this
incident as soon as we can.. Read more
22 February 2011: A White Fun-filled Valentine's Day Out With PowerFM
You couldn't miss the 'all white' beach party at the Uganda Wildlife
Education Centre (UWEC) on 13th February 2010 as 104.1 PowerFM listeners
took charge of the day and place in celebration of Valentine's Day this
year. White was the theme colour of the spectacular event, drawing
crowds and making the traditional 'lovers' day an evening to remember-
FOR ALL... Read more
21 February 2011: Restore Tour: Making A Difference In People's Lives
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More is in the last leg of their
global tour, taking a message of healing and reconciliation to
audiences around the world. And in Australia, individuals and families
are finding a place of restoration... Read more
17 February 2011: National Elections In Uganda
Dear Watoto Church family and friend, In light of the national elections
taking place in Uganda this weekend, this is to inform you that Watoto
Church office in Uganda (Kampala and Gulu) will be closed on Friday 18th
February 2011... Read more
16 February 2011: Restore Tour wraps up tour in North East Australia
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More last week completed its
tour of Australia's northeastern state of Queensland. In spite of the
floods that ravaged the region, the churches and all the people were
very supportive of the team and responsive to the message of love and
forgiveness... Read more
14 February 2011: Restore Tour: Children's Voices Ring Louder
There are two words that should never be mentioned together. These are
“Child” and “Soldier”. And if they have to be, then two words definitely
must follow - “No More”. These are the opening remarks of Joe Ogwal,
the Team Leader of Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More... Read more
10 February 2011: Watoto Church East Celebrates First Worship Service At Home
“We are home,” shouted an elated James Lalobo, the Watoto Church East
District Pastor during Watoto Church East’s first service at their new
home in Bwoyogerere. The new district home along Jinja Road in Kampala
brought smiles to the faces of the estimated 3,000 congregants who
attended the services. The air was filled with shouts of joy and
gladness as people praised and worshipped God for His goodness... Read more
9 February 2011: New Life And Discipleship Training Has Started
The first 2011 intake of New Life and Discipleship training at Watoto
Church began last weekend - Thursday 3 February at Watoto Church Central
and on Sunday 6 February in all the other districts. As we journey
towards bringing healing to our cities and nations, the discipleship
training will go a long way in helping church members “Fill God’s House”
(this year’s priority) as it’s aimed at equipping new Christians with
basic truths about the Christian faith, which in turn empower them to go
out and make disciples... Read more
8 February 2011: Restore Tour: Unimaginable Loss, Unrelenting Hope
It was a warm morning that gradually turned into a thorough downpour as
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More team pulled into the
parking lot at Hope Church, Kawana Waters, Queensland on Sunday 6
February 2011. And as they prepared their gear for the morning service,
team member Joanna Muwonge shares her experience of the tour so far... Read more
2 February 2011: Restore Tour: The Plight Of 'Women In Conflict' Presented
Since September 2010, Watoto has been taking the story of war-afflicted
northern Uganda around the world in a live-performance dubbed Restore
Tour: Child Soldier No More. Although the script is centred on the
chronicles of the former child soldier, the realities of the treatment
of women in society; before, during and after the conflict; is also
poignantly presented... Read More
31 January 2011: Restore Tour: The Sound Of Rejoicing
The first live event of Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More was
presented in Queensland in a brand new gymnasium at Grooves Christian
College, Kingston... Read more
31 January 2011: OG Done, evening Of Prayer This Friday
So much energy filled Watoto Church Central's auditorium with a
spectacular display of talent ranging from energetic dance and choral
enchantment to enchanting instrumentalists. There was also a powerful
testimony from one of the youth leaders, who was swiftly going down to
destruction trying to find identity... Read more
28 January 2011: Oils Of Gladness Concert Today
Only a few hours away from the Annual Oils of Gladness concert that
takes place today 28th January 2011 and Sunday 30th Jan 2011, the youth
at Watoto Church are excited and pulling out all the stops for the live
event. The concert comprises Watoto Church youth from its eight
celebration points and this year round goes by the theme 'Identity'... Read more
25 January 2011: Restore Tour: Taking Australian Cities By Storm
“Jesus heals broken lives... love transforms, forgiveness opens the
flood gates of healing… these children have chosen a path of healing and
have been transformed…" These were the words of Pastor Gary Skinner
that thundered through the main sanctuary at Fig Tree Anglican Church,
Wollongong after Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More presented a
life-impacting production, where hundreds of people could not help, but
be blown away by the children... Read more
24 January 2011: Watoto Church East Gets A New Home
It was all jubilation on Saturday 8th January, 2011 when Watoto Church
East took possession of its new home ground as it was officially handed
over by Uganda Telecom Limited. Watoto Church East, which currently
congregates at Namboole Stadium acquired a whopping 14 acres of land on
which a semi-permanent tent will be erected before the construction of a
permanent structure. The land is located at Kazinga along the Jinja
Highway in Kiira Town Council... Read more
19 January 2011: Watoto Church Joint Youth Fellowship
The Watoto Church Youth Joint Fellowship was held on Saturday 15 January
2011 to a vibrant and celebratory crowd. Filled with so much dance,
song and hype from the young people, the auditorium at Watoto Church
Central was filled to the brim with an assemblage of the different
fellowships. The core aim of the gathering was to edify the young people
in line with the church’s vision to reach out to the community through
cell groups... Read more
18 January 2011: Restore Tour: Extravagant Opening In Australia
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More is on the second leg of
it's global tour. Kicking off in Canada, US and UK in the three months
leading up to Christmas 2010, the tour opened in the new year on its
second leg in Australia and New Zealand. The team were welcomed to
Australia by Calvary Chapel as they settled into the cool Sydney
weather... Read more
17 January 2011: Watoto 3600 Jan'11 Intake Opens In High Gear
The Watoto360° January 2011 intake has officially kicked off, marking
the start of an adventurous journey for young people seeking intense
discipleship in wholesome Christian living... Read more
11 January 2011: Fill God's House: Each One, Reach One
2011 is here and comes with new hopes and expectations. We are grateful
for finishing yet another phenomenal year in 2010 building God's House,
but even more excited to start a new one, especially as we seek to
expand God’s Kingdom in our cities and nations... Read more
11 January 2011: Connexion Camp 2011 Rounding Up
The Connexion Camp 2011 came to a close on 7th January and with it,
wonderful testimonies of lives impacted and empowered. The 5-day event
was jam-packed with fun and entertainment, but the main objective was to
empower and inspire teenagers through a teaching from the life of
Joseph in the Bible, delivered by former Youth Pastor, Humphrey Asiimwe.
This was not an ordinary camp and it certainly did not yield an average
response... Read more
10 January 2011: Watoto Children Receive Gifts From Watoto Congregation
As part of spreading the Christmas cheer here at Watoto every year, the
Watoto Church congregation, in their respective cells prepare Christmas
gifts for children in the Watoto Children's Villages, wishing them a
merry Christmas and a blessed new year... Read more
10 January 2011: Restore Tour: Wrapping Up The Ugandan Experience
By far, Uganda has been one of the most exciting places for Restore
Tour: Child Soldier No More. With 9 live events at Watoto church last
week, the team came face to face with audiences from their homeland. For
many Ugandans, this was the opportunity to experience the depth of the
tragedy of their own people in the North, who had experienced a
senseless civil war for more than 20 years... Read more
7 January 2011: Restore Tour: A Stirring Debut At Watoto Church
After many days of waiting, the doors at Watoto Church, Kampala (Uganda)
opened to the public for the opening live event of Watoto's Restore
Tour: Child Soldier No More. For many Ugandans, this was the opportunity
to experience the depth of the tragedy of their own people in the
North, who had experienced a senseless civil war for more than 20
years... Read more
7 January 2011: Joy And Celebration At Watoto's All Night Sing
The mention of a new year brings excitement and thoughts of new
beginnings and a fresh start – new dreams and hopes yet to be fulfilled.
So on 31st December 2010, big crowds, excitement and a beautifully lit
church welcomed everyone to the all-night sing, an annual tradition at
Watoto Church Central, North and Gulu... Read more
6 January 2011: Restore Tour: From Ashes To Beauty
After three months on the road, Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No
More has in vast ways impacted the lives of the children on the team.
And as we wait for the opening live event tonight, here are some
beautiful testimonies from the children... Read more
6 January 2011: Watoto Youth Soaring At The Connextion Camp 2011
The long awaited Connexion Camp 2011 kicked off on Monday 3rd January
2011. With only 24 hours to go, the youth of Watoto Church have been
camping at CAEC Kabanyoro, in a 5-day annual event that is purposed to
bring growth in all their spheres of life... Read more
5 January 2011: Restore Tour: Final Touches To The Opening Show This week
There are just over 24 hours away to Watoto's Restore Tour debut in
Uganda. The nuts and bolts add the final touches to the elaborate stage
set-up to tell the story of northern Uganda and her courageous people
through music + song + dance. The live event will be presented in
Kampala Uganda at Watoto Church Central from Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th
January 2011... Read more
4 January 2011: Watoto Church Donates To Community Health Centre
The congregation at Watoto Church East has donated 10 hospital beds and
30 mattresses to Kireku Health Center in Bweyogerere, zone E2A, Kiira
Town council... Read more
22 December 2010: Merry Christmas From Gary And Marilyn
On 16 December Kampala, Uganda woke up to a camel procession with
horses, wisemen and merry-makers carrying a message of love and hope to
onlookers. For the first time in history, Watoto Church's gift to the
city, it's annual Christmas Cantata, was launched in the streets of
Kampala... Read more
21 December 2010: Lost? Don't Look Any Further
It’s quite frustrating running in circles only to find that what you are
looking for is right where you are. Yet, that’s what we always do,
especially when searching for something of great value. And that’s what
the Watoto Children’s Cantata depicted in the comic production ‘Lost’
that took place from 9th to 12th December at Watoto Church Central... Read more
21 December 2010: Christmas Cantata 2010 Highlights
The annual Christmas Cantata, entitled A Tale of 3 Kings this year, is
locked and hot. The show kicked off on Saturday 18th December 2010 to an
expectant crowd. The Christmas story is told using an African setting
enhanced by drama, song and dance, all packaged to drive the reason
for this season home... Read more
20 December 2010: Restore Tour in Uganda
Watoto, an holistic care programme, initiated to serve the needs of
Uganda and its people, is thrilled to present ‘Restore Tour: Child
Soldier No More’, starting on 6th January 2011. This scintillating stage
production focuses on the chronicles of the child soldier and the
greater community of Northern Uganda who have endured some of the worst
atrocities known... Read more
16th December 2010: Watoto Church's Gift To The City
Today, the city of Kampala has woken up to a dazzling sight as Watoto
Church presents it's gift to the city. Carrying a message of hope and
love, a live camel procession full on with entourage of two horses,
wisemen and many other joyous merry-makers toured the streets of
Kampala, Uganda... Read more
15 December 2010: Shhhh... Sneak Peek Into Cantata 2010
With only two days left to the opening show come Saturday 18th December,
today is the final dress rehearsal and buzz of activity in the building
is at its heights. Everything is being checked for a flawless
production...Read more
8 December 2010: Race For Hope Bicycle Challenge
It was certainly not a challenge for the faint-hearted. The Watoto Race
for Hope bicycle challenge culminated on 4 December 2010, marking the
end of the six-day Watoto World AIDS Day (WAD’10) campaign...Read more
8 December 2010: Restore Team Back Home
Entebbe International Airport (Uganda) arrivals’ lobby was filled with
so much joy and jubilation on Friday (3 Dec '10) night as mothers of
children and Watoto staff received the Restore Tour team that had been
on tour for the last three months...Read more
8 December 2010: Gary Skinner Receives A "Heroes" Award
Watoto Founder and Ministry Team Leader, Gary Skinner has been
recognised by Ugandan youth for his selfless service to vulnerable
children and providing exemplary leadership...Read more
8 December 2010: Star Of Wonder
Watoto Church's engaging and inspiring Children’s Christmas Cantata
‘Lost’ opens tomorrow (Thursday, 9th December). It’s all systems go here
at Watoto Church Central as rehearsals are in full gear! Walking into
the auditorium, the stage is set, lights are being tested, the walls
have been repainted and all the key pieces of the set are in place...Read more
3 December 2010: Truth Made Solid...Winners Of The WAD'10 Dance Off
On the night that could be described as highly contentious and
unpredictable, TMS –Truth Made Solid- out-did six dance teams to be
crowned the WAD’10 Dance Off ambassadors on 2nd December 2010 at Watoto
Church...
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2 December 2010: Restore Tour: Winter Wonderland
The Restore Tour Team encountered a fantastical winter wonderland last
week as a seemingly heaven sent snow storm filled the city and its
surrounds with a powdery white dusting. Thrilling the children no end
and answering their prayers for the wintry weather hallmark - snow ball
fights ensued alongside snow ball competitions...
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2 December 2010: Restore Tour: Whirlwind Week In The UK
Hillsong London's Dominion Theatre was packed to the rafters on Sunday
14th November as the Restore Tour took to the stage in both the morning
services. Attending the afternoon service, Pastor Christine Caine was on
fire (as usual) preaching up a storm on the importance of a God who is
bigger, stronger and greater than any other. Ending the service, with an
oldie but a goodie, Pastor Christine led the congregation in “My God is
so big, so strong and so mighty there's nothing my God cannot do!"...
Read more
2 December 2010: WAD'10 Dance Off - Meet The Dance Groups
Today is the day. Meet your dance groups now; Mirage, Truth Made Solid
(TMS), Living Springs, Kid Power, Shalom Dancers and Groove Movers...
Read more
1 December 2010: WAD'10 Update: Dance Off Dress Rehearsal
Practice is so intense as the dance groups that made it through to the
finals put on their game faces and the fans are on the edges of their
seats, eagerly waiting for the winner. The dress rehearsal kicks off
today at 6pm...may the best man win?...
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26 November 2010: Children's Cantata 2010 - Lost?
Seven districts, eight shows, ONE Children’s Cantata….. “LOST??!!” It’s a
Children’s Cantata like never before, showing at Watoto Church Central
from 9th to 12th December 2010...
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24 November 2010: Little Miracles
Watoto’s youngest students in Nursery, Kindergarten, Prep A and B
classes last Friday (19th November) celebrated the end of the school
year with a Graduation and Christmas Party. Coordinated by Teacher
Evelyn Namboozo, the standard multipurpose hall was transformed into a
wonderland of Christmas trees, ribbons, twinkling lights, balloons,
streamers, gifts and sparkling tinsel...
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23 November 2010: Christmas At Watoto
Watoto Church’s highly anticipated Christmas Cantata is set to hit
Kampala this festive season with a story like you’ve never seen before!
Kicking off on December 18th, ‘A Tale of Three Kings’, is an ingenious
blend of Christmas carols, locally written music, incredible imagery,
creative costumes and special effects. All masterfully blended into an
African inspired script, watch the nativity story unfold with colourful
wonder and creative interpretation this Christmas...
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22 November 2010: Sneak Peek
With the Christmas Production due to start in just over a month’s time,
we thought it might be a good idea to tantalise you, our audience, with a
sneak peek into what’s been going on behind the scenes of the city’s
most anticipated holiday event...
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15 November 2010: Watoto Ministries To Launch In South Africa
2011 is set to be a ground breaking year for Watoto as we expand our
operations out of our home country, Uganda and into Cape Town, South
Africa. Replicating the model in Cape Town will mean the accelerated
rescue of vulnerable women and children like we’ve never seen before on
the continent...
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12 November 10: Restore Tour Update: Binding Up The Broken Hearted
There is a verse in the Bible that can be found in Isaiah 61:1. It says
“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has
anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up
the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from
darkness for the prisoners”...
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5 November 2010: Footprints In Israel
Watoto Church had the privilege of escorting a group of 22 people on an
historical Tour of Israel during the last week of October. The Men of
Valour and Daughters of Destiny members have arrived back safe and sound
- all resounding with the sentiment that the opportunity was a 'once in
a lifetime' experience...
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5 November 2010: Watoto Children's Choir #43 Returns From Asia
Watoto Children’s Choir #43, the first ever Asia-only tour has returned
after three and half months travelling in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong
and Taiwan. The choir was welcomed back home with a colourful luncheon
at Watoto Church – the home of Watoto - where the children were
presented with certificates of appreciation for the great work on the
road...
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5 November 2010: Restore Tour: Hockey, Bears And Maple Syrup
The Restore Tour has officially departed the United States of
America for the land of hockey, bears and maple syrup. As to be
expected, our equatorial Ugandan team has been coping well with the
chilly Canadian winter and bringing the heat wherever they go...
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3 November 2010: R&R for The Restore Tour Team
The Restore Tour Team received some much needed rest and relaxation
recently when they visited Disneyland in Anaheim, Southern California.
After an incredible two concerts at the Maranatha Chapel in San Diego
and then at Oasis Church in Los Angeles – Oasis church then gave the
Restore Team a well deserved Disneyland treat. If we had to understate
the excitement, we’d say the kids were ecstatic!...
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3 November 2010: Putting Faith into Action
Members of Watoto Church Central Section 3 has just returned from a
week's trip to Gulu that saw the walls of House#5 in Cluster 6 go up in
the Watoto's Lamindera Children's Village in Gulu, northern Uganda. The
team of 16 men and women led by Zonal Pastor, Hannington Opondo, took
on the expedition following a deep conviction to participate in raising
future leaders...
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1 November 2010: WAD'10 Update: Final 6 Announced
The six finalists to the WAD’10 Dance Off have been announced following a
long search in and outside of the city of Kampala last week...
Read more
1 November 2010: Its Christmas...But Not As You Know It
The largest and most spectacular Christmas play in Kampala is due to be
brought to life again this season through exciting drama, song and
pageantry. Held annually at Watoto Church, the Christmas Cantata is a
much anticipated event that captures the heart of the season and draws
thousands of people in - enabling them to engage and connect with the
glory of Christmas...
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29 October 2010: Restore Tour Update: One Heart At At Time
God never sleeps. He’s at work at all times and he’s not confined to
church walls or a particular language. He is out there in the market
place, seeking out his children, changing lives, one heart at a time...
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27 October 2010: A Little Something Special
Suubi Children's Village was serenaded at the weekend (24th October) by
the sounds of over a hundred children who were charged with leading the
service. Dressed in brightly coloured Watoto t-shirts and each wearing a
golden headband, the audience was impressed and touched by the well
choreographed songs and items...
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22 October 2010: University Students Award Gary Skinner
Watoto Founder and Ministry Team Leader, Reverend Gary M. Skinner has
been recognised by Ugandan university students for his selfless service
to vulnerable children and other individuals as well as providing strong
and magnetic leadership to young people...
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22 October 2010: WAD'10 Update: Dance Fever Heating Up
It’s only a few hours to the WAD’10 Dance Off auditions come Monday next
week. Dance team registration officially closed yesterday with more
than 10 teams vying for a chance on the most coveted dance floor. After
strict scrutiny, only six teams will make it to the finals on 2nd
December, where the winners will walk away with a top prize. But before
that, judges will be looking for a two-minute full-costume dance act
from each team that will either break or make it...
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18 October 2010: Vision Night October 2010
Vision Night is designed to give Watoto church members and the greater
community an opportunity to find out what we believe, where we are
heading, why we do what we do and what our goals are for the future.
It’s a chance for the Pastoral Team and leadership to cast the vision
once again and share some of the exciting activities that are in the
pipeline - all for the cause of sharing Christ and caring for
community...
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11 October 2010: The Journey Thus Far..
It really is amazing how evident God’s presence and anointing is on the
Restore Tour. We are continually blown away by the impact this heartfelt
production has already had on thousands of people. It is clear that God
is going before us everyday, in every city...
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8 October 2010: Watoto WAD'10 No Excuses: Take A Stand
Watoto Church is proud to present the third edition of World AIDS Day
celebrations -WAD’10- a six-day awareness campaign that will bring hope
and improve the lives of individuals and families infected and affected
by HIV/AIDS in Uganda...
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30 September 2010: Watoto Students: Dedication Service
Yesterday afternoon Senior 4 and Senior 6 Watoto students from both
Bbira and Suubi High Schools were dedicated in an annual ceremony to
celebrate their scholarly achievements thus far and commit their
upcoming examinations in prayer...
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29 September 2010: Florida Sets The Pace
The Restore Tour is well and truly on the road and we have been blown
away by the grace of God that transforms lives as we travel from city to
city... The message of forgiveness and restoration is bearing fruit
wherever we go. Families are reconnecting, friendships have been
reconciled, marriages restored and rebuilt - all the stories are
incredible...
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27 September 2010: Watoto Children's Choir Charms Rotary International Guests
Last week Watoto Children’s Choir participated in the Rotary
International Zone 20A celebrations at Speak Resort Munyonyo in Kampala,
Uganda...
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21 September 2010: Love Kampala Festival
The city of Kampala is set for a serious adrenaline-surging
extravaganza this weekend at the Love Kampala Festival (LKF). Spanning
two days at Kololo airstrip, the never-seen-before evangelistic
festival is expected to draw thousands in and around the city to a
stunning variety of top-class Christian celebration, extreme sport and
spiritual discipleship...
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20 September 2010: Restore Tour: Amazing Kick Off At Wave Church
The first Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More event kicked off at Wave
Church in Virginia Beach, US on Friday, 17th September. The children
were excited and delivered the heart-rendering tale of northern Uganda
and her people with passion and zeal...
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17 September 2010: Slam Dunk: Reverse The Spin
Watoto's Campus Conference is off to a shot gun start this week with a
thousand youth participating in the annual event. Jam-packed with daily
basketball games during the day and workshops on dating, relationships
and lifestyle in the evening; the conference is designed to empower and
energise our young adults to live a life that Slam Dunks!...
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15 September 2010: Restore Tour Kicks Off
We are excited to announce that the Restore Tour team received their
visas and left Uganda on Tuesday morning for a six-month worldwide
tour...
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15 September 2010: Fresh Start
From time to time, we are privileged enough to have the capacity and
resource to welcome new children into the Watoto Family. Last week, such
an occasion presented itself when 20 desperate children, between the
ages of 3 and 8 years old, joined our Buloba village...
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8 September 2010: Bringing Down The House With Power FM's Love Party
After over a month of advertising, PowerFM listeners could not wait any
longer for 3rd September. So by 5pm on the big-day, highly expectant
fans queued at Watoto Church, itching to discover the station’s best
kept secret...
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1 September 2010: Register Now For Watoto3600
If you have always dreamed of coming to Africa, have a passionate desire
to find your purpose, and want to make a difference in your world -
then Watoto360
0 is calling your name!...
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31 August 2010: DOD & MOV Gathering: Appreciating Life From His - Her Side
Friday night marked the very first combined gathering of both the Men of
Valour and Daughters of Destiny Ministries at Watoto Church Central!
Converging on the venue both the men and the women were in for a treat
as the production and worship teams pulled out all the stops to ensure a
night to remember...
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27 August 2010: Show Them What Love Means
Watoto Church was inspired and uplifted last night as Pastor John and
Helen Burns took to the stage in Kampala, Uganda to speak on friendship.
Internationally renowned guest speakers who specialise in Family
Relationships, their down to earth style mixed with quirky humour and
biblical truths resounded well with the congregation...
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22 June 2010: Men Of Valour: The Call to Fatherhood
Watoto Church men have vowed to secure the future of Uganda through
godly leadership. This was at the much-anticipated Men of Valour (MOV)
Father’s Day meeting that took place on Friday 18th June 2010 at Watoto
Church Central...
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21 June 2010: Watoto Opens Third Babies Home
Watoto has launched a third home to care for orphaned and vulnerable
babies in Uganda. The ceremony, attended by Gulu Local Government
administrators, Watoto partners, media and the general public took place
on Thursday 10th June 2010...
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31 May 2010: Watoto Church East Sets Up Water Well
The congregation at Watoto Church East commissioned the development of a
water well in Zone E1E Kiryinya, Kampala. The well is one of the
numerous community seed projects that the congregation embarked on in
the run up to their 6th anniversary celebration on 16th May 2010...
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12 May 2010: Watoto Church Children Go Over
Our children out-did themselves on Saturday 8th May 2010 at the first
ever Watoto Church Kids ‘n Ova extravaganza. The worship fused with fun
drew over 800 children of all ages, ranging from toddlers to
pre-teens...
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11 May 2010: Daughters Of Destiny Reach For God
It was a hot orange affair at the recently concluded Daughters of
Destiny (DOD) Garden Party. An army of Watoto Church women gathered to
the backdrop of the orange ‘Going for God’ theme at Watoto Church North
on Monday 8th March – officially recognised as ‘Women’s Day’ in
Uganda...
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23 February 2010: Baby Watoto Suubi Launched
Watoto has launched a second home to care for orphaned and vulnerable
babies in Uganda. The ceremony took place on Monday, 22nd February 2010
and was attended by Mpigi Local Government administrators, media and the
incredible volunteers from around the world who help to take care of
the babies...
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18 February 2010: The Feisty Power FM Love Week
A white carpet with red petals was rolled to welcome the 2,500 strong
crowd. Each female guest received a red rose and the boys were delighted
by the multimedia and effects. Revellers were ushered into the
auditorium – atmospherically enhanced with dim lights, candles and
suited up Power FM hosts...
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28 January 2010: Construction at Watoto Church North
A crowd of over 300 children, youth and adults, including students
enrolled in the dynamic new school of ministry, Watoto360º, gathered on
Saturday 23rd January 2010 for the momentous groundbreaking at Watoto
Church North...
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22 January 2010: Watoto Camp: Truth or Dare
Watoto teenagers have returned from the youth camp, dubbed ‘Connexion
Camp’ along with teenagers from Watoto Church. Themed ‘Truth or Dare’,
the camp was a real challenge as youth were dared to step up to some of
the challenges they encounter in daily life. Alinda, 16 year from Suubi
Children’s Village says: “I’ve never wanted to forgive people. Well,
during the camp, the Holy Spirit came upon me and I was...
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13 January 2010: A Cherry Festival of Hope
To climax the Cell Revival Week, Watoto Church West was buzzing with
activity as the Watoto family celebrated its first 2010 Festival of Hope
on Sunday 9th January. There were loads of fun activities for everyone.
The adults engaged themselves with all sorts of in and out-door games
while the kids’ play area was flooded with bouncing castles, swimming
pools and face painting among others...
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25 September 2009: Watoto Sings at Joyce Meyer Women's Conference
On September 17-19, Watoto Children’s Choir joined with Christian
worship artists Delirious and Israel Houghton to encourage and inspire
more than 11,000 women during the 27th Annual Joyce Meyer Women’s
Conference in St. Louis, Missouri...
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10 September 2009: Emmanuel Jal visits Watoto
Emmanuel Jal, former Sudanese child soldier turned international rapper
visited Watoto Uganda on Saturday 5th September. The UK-based musician
had come to Kampala for Power FM’s (Watoto Church radio station) 10th
birthday which took place on Friday 4th. He was the headline artist at
the celebration...
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4 September 2009: Emmanuel Jal is in town
We said it and we meant it. Emmanuel Jal, the former Sudanese child
soldier come international rapper is in town. Jal is famous for his Gua
album that won him an American Gospel Award 4 years ago and a film, War
Child, which was broadcast at the PowerFM movie night last week...
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3 September 2009: Watoto Church Corporate Wedding is on
The Watoto Church Corporate wedding takes place this Sunday, 6th
September ‘09. This event will take place at Watoto Church East, North
and Central. “This is an opportunity from the church to all those
couples who are either living together, married traditionally or
co-habiting and would love to sanctify their marriages before God,” says
Pastor Julius Rwotlonyo...
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2 September 2009: Phat Fest '09 Excitement Buzzing
The stars are in town and they are loud about it. Mr. Googs and Esther
Wahome hit the PowerFM air waves with Ben on Go and peaked many a
interest for PhatFest ’09, Power FM’s 10th birthday Festival this
Friday, 4th September. “We are God’s family,” said Mr. Googs. “We have
the biggest Licence to PARTY! And we will do exactly that come Friday.”
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31 August 2009: First Watoto Wedding in Uganda
Saturday 29th August was a special day at Watoto, Uganda. Wedding bells
rang as we celebrated Watoto’s first wedding. Watoto child, Florence
Nakate and Richard Kiyingi exchanged vows at Watoto Church, Kampala –
the country’s capital...
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19 August 2009: Watoto Church Cel ebrations in August
Both Watoto Church Gulu and North celebrated their anniversary during
the month of August. WATOTO Church North celebrated 8 years on Sunday
16th August. Over 5,000 people attended the mega celebration service at
the church in Kisaasi. The 2-hour long event started at 10am and wrapped
up the birthday celebration that started the previous day with a food
show....
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19 August 2009: Mwatshy Album Launch
Mwatshy Musenge, the talented Watoto Church bass guitarist, launched his
Fullness of Joy album on Sunday 16th August. With a surprise troupé of
teenage Congolese dancers, a well-chosen vocal backup and the seasoned
Watoto Church instrumentalists, the concert was extremely
entertaining...
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12 August 2009: DOD: Beauty and Strength
Last Friday, over 3,000 women streamed into Watoto Church Central for
the Daughters Of Destiny celebration. Just over 2,300 filled the
auditorium as the rest enjoyed the other attractions set up for them
outside. The ladies were treated to free foot and hand massages at the
Pamper Zone set up outside. Coffee was provided courtesy of Café Pap and
the women revelled in the entertainment and fun activities...
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12 August 2009: Family Revival Week: Sex
Last week was the Family Revival Week at Watoto Church and we were
honoured to host guest speakers J. John from the UK and Helen and John
Burns from Canada. ‘Pray, care and share’. This is the message that
kick-started the Family Revival Week on Tuesday. “From cover to cover,”
said J. John, “The Bible’s main message is, ‘to Know Jesus and make Him
known’. There is no way to do this without praying, caring and
sharing,” he said...
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3 August 2009: Men of Valour, the Ultimate
The red carpet was rolled out through the foyer, from the entrance to
the lobby but I can assure you, this was unlike anything you’ve ever
seen before. Grey stones neatly lined the edges of the carpet – it
oozed virility. The cameras flashing, women videographers doing video
feeds along the corridor, broadcast live to an auditorium of expectant
guests. On the carpet, even the wimp was brave enough to look into the
camera and speak with manly confidence...
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31 July 2009: ALEM Brasil Futebol visits Watoto
Earlier this week, Watoto was priviledged to host ALEM Brasil Futebol, a
team of Christian ex-international football players at Suubi Village
(Uganda). Some of the players had seen the Watoto Children’s Choir in
Brazil last year and were excited to finally visit Watoto, meet the
children, moms and everyone on ground...
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28 October 2011: Filling God's House: Hillary's Uses Cell
Hillary from Kawempe uses cell to Fill God’s House. He says: "I do best in cell follow up. If someone is not coming to cell, I call him or her up; we chat over a cup of tea and I invite them to cell and church."... Read more
24 October 2011: The Purple Code Concert
This November, Watoto Church Central is the place to be as gospel dance troupe I4C and comedy group Hahaha, engage audiences in the never-before seen dynamic Purple Code concert... Read more
14 October 2011: Celebrating Watoto Musician, Mac Elvis
For this month's PowerFM Presents Project, all lights were on Mac Elvis, a 24-year-old budding gospel artist in Uganda as he launched his music album at Watoto Church Central... Read more
12 October 2011: Thanksgiving Service At Watoto Church
Marking Uganda’s 49th Independence Day, special thanksgiving worship services were held at all Watoto Church celebration points in Uganda over the weekend... Read more
7 October 2011: Eat, Dance, Party... Fill God's House
In the September edition of the PowerFM Guntu parties, a few Watoto Church cell groups hosted a party as a direct means of sharing and reaching out to community with the love of Christ... Read more
22 September 2011: Beautiful Africa - It's Your Turn
Alex Arriaza from Wenatchee, WA shared some of the incredible moments he experienced with the Watoto Children's Choir currently in Bremerton, WA on the Beautiful Africa: A New Generation tour. Check out his photos with the children... Read more
15 September 2011: Beautiful Africa In The News
This week's TOTO Magazine, Uganda's largest weekly children's magazine is awash with an exciting story and images of the Watoto Children's Choir... Read more
12 September 2011: Beautiful Africa: Keeping Hope Alive
As the world marked 10 years after the tragic 9/11 events, Watoto Children's Choir 50 shared a fitting message of hope and transformation at St. Marks Lutheran Church in Tacoma and Normandy Christian Church in Seattle, WA over the weekend... Read more
9 September 2011: Come With Me To Beautiful Africa
Come with me to Beautiful Africa where tales of transformation, hope and celebration brighten up even the darkest day. Beautiful Africa: A New Generation is the brand new musical production by the Watoto Children's Choir... Read more
31 August 2011: The Watoto Church Festival Of Hope - Highlights
Every year, the Watoto Church family gathers to feast and celebrate their great Hope, Jesus Christ. This year, not even the heavy down pour of rain could stop the festivities on the weekend at Watoto Church West... Read more
30 August 2011: Beautiful Africa Live Concert In Kampala
Watoto is thrilled to unveil a dynamic new children's choir presentation entitled Beautiful Africa: A New Generation this Thursday, 1 September at Watoto Church Central, starting at 5.30pm... Read more
29 August 2011: Love Is In The Air: The MOV-DOD Date Night
Two beautiful white hearts stood majestically on either side of the stage. A little red here and a splash of black there, completed the MOV/DOD date night on Friday 27 August at Watoto Church Central... Read more
26 August 2011: Beautiful Africa Stirs Up Uganda's Journalists
Counting down 10 days to their departure for the US on 4 September, Watoto Children’s Choir yesterday rubbed shoulders with newsmakers and media personalities during an exciting media tour of Vision Group in Kampala - one of East Africa’s largest media hubs... Read more
24 August 2011: Happy 10 Years At Watoto Church North
It was a wonderful series of events that sealed a decade of possessing the promise at Watoto Church North. The 10th anniversary celebrations were marked by a thanksgiving overnight; Bible Study evening; a family night; an inter-regional sports competition; and fun days for both children and youth. The festive week culminated in three fully packed worship services on Sunday 21 August 2011... Read more
22 August 2011: Baby Watoto Sponsors In SA
We are excited about launching Baby Watoto in Cape Town, South Africa. The team on the ground is working hard to see our first home for orphaned and destitute babies in Southern Africa become operational in January 2012... Read more
18 August 2011: Watoto Church Festival Of Hope 2011
Get ready for the Annual Watoto Church Festival of Hope on Sunday 28 August at Watoto Church West. The bumbling, all-day event starts at 9:00am and will end in a dynamic concert, culminating at 5:00pm... Read more
17 August 2011: A Splendid Family Night At Watoto Church North
Graced with an evening downpour of rain, Watoto Church North hosted an empowering Family Show on 12 August. The atmosphere was filled with love and a strong sense of family... Read more
12 August 2011: Fill God's House - Care For One Another
People are the greatest resource on the planet. Investing into them is one of the most important expressions of love, and it has eternal benefits... Read more
9 August 2011: Beautiful Africa: A New Generation. Become An Ambassador Today!
Become a Watoto Ambassador and help us spread the word about the brand new, upcoming children’s choir tour, Beautiful Africa: A New Generation... Read more
8 August 2011: A Breathtaking Benefit Concert
Watoto Church was angelic with a spectacular benefit concert on Friday 5 August and Sunday 7 August 2011 at Watoto Church Central... Read more
8 August 2011: Watoto Choir 48 Returns
Watoto Children's Choir #48 has returned from a maiden tour of South Africa... Read more
29 July 2011: Beautiful Africa: A New Generation
Watoto is excited to present a brand new choir tour entitled Beautiful Africa: A New Generation. The dynamic, vibrant production is indicative of the new generation of leaders emerging out of the programme... Read more
26 July 2011: Watoto Church Benefit Concert
Watoto Church is thrilled to present the first-ever classical concert, a dynamic musical event in support of Build God’s House – the Watoto Church building project... Read more
20 July 2011: Welcom Home Watoto Choirs
Cake, local food and a lot of cheering punctuated the welcome home party for 3 Watoto Children’s Choirs that left Uganda in January for a 6-month tour of Canada, Europe and USA... Read more
19 July 2011: Watoto Participates In Cake Festival
Students from Watoto’s high schools at Bbira and Suubi Children’s Villages were part of an impeccable presentation at the first ever Cake Festival in Uganda on Saturday 16 July at the Emin Pasha Hotel in Kampala... Read more
13 July 2011: Filling God's House Everywhere: Watoto Choir #46 Returns From Canada
Watoto Children's Choir #46 has returned to Uganda after a six-month tour of Canada where they were actively engaged as ambassadors of Christ, filling God's House wherever they went. The choir of 21 children and 10 adults landed at Entebbe International Airport on Tuesday 12th July at exactly 07H45 with a bountiful harvest of Fill God's House testimonies to mark a successful tour... Read more
12 July 2011: Watoto Church South Celebrates 6th Anniversary
The grand out lay of the stage, garden chairs set out in the church compound, ecstatic ushers welcoming people and the band doing rehearsals all showed that this had been a long awaited celebration... Read more
24 June 2011: Women Testify To The Gallantry Of Their Men
MOV Fathers’ Day edition saw women testifying to the gallantry of their men. The mighty Men of Valour came together at Watoto Church Central in celebration of Fathers’ Day... Read more
16 June 2011: Day Of The African Child
Watoto is excited to join the rest of Africa to commemorate the Day of the African on 16th June 2011... Read more
15 June 2011: Children's Bible Yare 2011 Highlights
Swords were crossed at the Children’s Bible Yare grand finale face-off that took place at Watoto Church Central last Thursday... Read more
8 June 2011: Watoto Church Annual Business Meeting
Watoto Ministries' commitment to community was highlighted at the Annual Business Meeting, held Tuesday 7th June at Watoto Church Central. The meeting was attended by members of the congregation, church leadership, legal representatives and external auditors... Read more
7 June 2011: FGH Update: I Found Real Love In Cell
Mary Atuheire lives in Namugongo, Kyaliwajjala in Uganda. She is a member of cell E1D4C and goes to Watoto Church East. Whilst at university, Mary led and hosted a cell that she embraced as her family... Read more
1 June 2011: Spreading The Love With PowerFM's Guntu Parties
Music, dance, glamourous clothes, food and a lot of Coca-Cola rocked the night when 104.1 PowerFM hosted its listeners to a Hollywood themed party to launch its Guntu parties on Saturday 28 May 2011 at Palms and Crocs Restaurant in Kampala... Read more
23 May 2011: Touching Lives, making eternal significance
Jane Okoche is a cell member of E2A4D in Bweyogerere, eastern Kampala. Almost a year ago, Jane travelled to her village in eastern Uganda where she met Scovia, a 17 year-old girl who had been impregnated and left vulnerable... Read More
18 May 2011: Happy 7th Birthday Watoto Church East
The area of Bweyogerere in Kampala woke up to a joyous celebration on Sunday 15 May 2011 as Watoto Church East celebrated its 7th Anniversary... Highlights
17 May 2011: Paul Kim's Tribute Concert
Let us celebrate the life of our brother and friend Paul Kim on Tuesday 17 May 2011 at Watoto Church Central. Tribute by numerous gospel artists like Able 4, Sammy K, Isaac Rucci, Ken Miziki, Nikita, Angella Katatumba and Allan Wasswa among others... Details
16 May 2011: Kidz 'N Ova 2011: Going Beyond Limits
The Kidz ‘n Ova festival culminated in a grand, colourful praise rally at Watoto Church Central on Saturday 7 May 2011. The auditorium, filled with cheerful children, was brightly lit and beautifully decorated with balloons, cartoons and art pieces in various colours... Read more
13 May 2011: DOD Launches In Cape Town on 28 May
Watoto Church’s popular women’s ministry Daughters of Destiny (DOD) will commence with a stellar event at Watoto Church Cape Town, South Africa with a mega all-women’s gathering on Saturday 28th May 2011... Read more
11 May 2011: Watoto Church East To Celebrate 7th Anniversary
There's a party set this weekend as Watoto Church East celebrates 7 years of God’s goodness in the eastern part of Kampala on Sunday 15 May 2011. The mega celebration will take place at the church grounds in Bweyogerere, starting with a worship service at 10:00am, followed by lunch prepared by the respective cell groups... Read more
7 May 2011: Happy Mothers' Day From Everyone At Watoto
In celebration of Mothers' Day this weekend, the children at Watoto are super excited to share their gratitude with all the women who have impacted their lives. A special Mothers' Day video and photos all displaying the children's love and appreciation to the women in their lives are now available... Read more
4 May 2011: Mothers' Day 2011: Watoto Children And Mothers Share Their Joys
In the lead up to Mother's Day, Watoto children and moms express their gratitude and joy for their lives... Read more
1 May 2011: Watoto Church Cape Town Launched
A jubilant crowd flocked to 30 Main Road, Sea Point for the groundbreaking opening of Watoto Church Cape Town this morning (1 May 2011)... Read more
29 April 2011: Sporadic Riots In Kampala
KAMPALA, UGANDA, 14H00 - There have been sporadic riots in Uganda over the past few weeks. Security agencies are working to contain the situation... Read more
29 April 2011: South Africa, Here We Come...
The atmosphere of anticipation and excitement as you walk into the Watoto Church premises is indicative of a new adventure. The significant event is only two nights away and the expectation is electrifying and contagious... Read more
26 April 2011: The Countdown To Watoto Church Cape Town Is On
As we count down to the big launch party for Watoto Church Cape Town on 1 May 2011 - only 4 days to go, Watoto Children's Choir is already impacting lives in South Africa. Here's a heart-warning testimony from a Watoto partner... Read more
22 April 2011: Kidz 'N Ova 2011
Kidz ‘n Ova is a worship festival fused with fun activities that draw children of all ages, ranging from toddlers to pre-teens... Read more
19 April 2011: Kigo Prison Inmates Party With Power FM
It was all about getting jiggy at Kigo Prison as inmates made merry over the weekend during the PowerFM 'Easter in Prison' bash that took place on Saturday 16th April 2011... Read more
19 April 2011: This Easter At Watoto Church
Celebrate the power of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ at Watoto Church this Easter. A variety of activities are lined up, starting from Monday to Sunday this week... Read more
14 April 2011: Restore Tour Ends With A Show-Stopper Performance For Uganda’s Political Leaders
Just before re-settling back home at the children’s villages after a six-month global tour, Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More presented the life-transforming stage production to an exclusive audience of Uganda’s most influential leaders... Read more
1 April 2011: Restore Tour Bach Home From A Life-Changing Global Tour
A successful6-months of dedication and life changing performances by Watoto’sRestore Tour: Child Soldier No More culminates in a grand finale presentation at homebase,WatotoChurch Uganda on Friday, 1 April 2011... Read more
28 March 2011: Resore Tour: Grand Finale
With over six months on the road, curtains have come down on Watoto’s life-impacting Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More. The first leg of the global tour kicked off in September 2010 taking the message of forgiveness and reconciliation to the US and Canada before crossing over to Europe in December 2010. The team returned to Uganda for a Christmas break and came face to face with Ugandan audiences in 9 live events from January 6th to 9th 2011... Read more
21 March 2011: Restore Tour: A Fitting Farewell And Welcome
On their last leg of the global tour, Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More encounters pleasant surprises marked by a fitting farewell and welcome for the team in Western Australia and New Zealand... Read more
21 March 2011: Restore Tour: From Perth, Western Australia
As Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More nears conclusion of its global tour of forgiveness and restoration, here's an experience from Australia, coming to you from Inonge Muyamwa, one of the teams’ hosts at Kelmscott Church in Perth... Read more
18 March 2011: Restore Tour: A Joy Beyond Expression
Joy is defined by the Merriam–Webster Dictionary as being “the emotion evoked by well-being, success, a state of happiness or bliss, a source or cause of delight”. And 'Joy' is the word that seems to come up more often when people see the Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More team and watch the live events... Read more
18 March 2011: Watoto's DOD Celebrate Women's Day In Style
‘Beauty for Ashes’ was the theme of the day as the Daughters Of Destiny (DOD) celebrated the International Women’s Day on 8th March 2011. Dressed like royalty, ladies clad in purple outfits filled the Watoto Church North newly launched auditorium with a number of them sharing testimonies of other women who have positively impacted their communities... Read more
15 March 2011: Restore Tour: The Uttermost Ends Of The Earth
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More is now in its final three weeks its amazing global tour. What an amazing journey it has been so far!.. Read more
11 March 2011: Praying For You Japan
Dear Watoto Friend, In light of the devastating earthquake and tsunami affecting Japan, Watoto Ministries would like to send you our deepest condolences... Read more
11 March 2011: Restore Tour In New Zealand
After two months of intense travelling in Australia, Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More has headed down to the Kiwi land -New Zealand for the final three weeks of its global tour... Read more
25 February 2011: Men Of Valour Reloaded
Godliness, Generosity and Greatness take charge this evening, Friday February 25th 2011 with the mighty Men Of Valour (MOV) in the men's only service at Watoto Church Central main auditorium... Read more
22 February 2011: Bomb Scare at Watoto Church Building
KAMPALA, UGANDA - We have just become aware of a suspicious package next to Watoto Church building on Kampala road and are currently looking into it. The Police bomb squad is in the building and carrying out the necessary investigation. We will release information about this incident as soon as we can.. Read more
22 February 2011: A White Fun-filled Valentine's Day Out With PowerFM
You couldn't miss the 'all white' beach party at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) on 13th February 2010 as 104.1 PowerFM listeners took charge of the day and place in celebration of Valentine's Day this year. White was the theme colour of the spectacular event, drawing crowds and making the traditional 'lovers' day an evening to remember- FOR ALL... Read more
21 February 2011: Restore Tour: Making A Difference In People's Lives
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More is in the last leg of their global tour, taking a message of healing and reconciliation to audiences around the world. And in Australia, individuals and families are finding a place of restoration... Read more
17 February 2011: National Elections In Uganda
Dear Watoto Church family and friend, In light of the national elections taking place in Uganda this weekend, this is to inform you that Watoto Church office in Uganda (Kampala and Gulu) will be closed on Friday 18th February 2011... Read more
16 February 2011: Restore Tour wraps up tour in North East Australia
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More last week completed its tour of Australia's northeastern state of Queensland. In spite of the floods that ravaged the region, the churches and all the people were very supportive of the team and responsive to the message of love and forgiveness... Read more
14 February 2011: Restore Tour: Children's Voices Ring Louder
There are two words that should never be mentioned together. These are “Child” and “Soldier”. And if they have to be, then two words definitely must follow - “No More”. These are the opening remarks of Joe Ogwal, the Team Leader of Watoto’s Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More... Read more
10 February 2011: Watoto Church East Celebrates First Worship Service At Home
“We are home,” shouted an elated James Lalobo, the Watoto Church East District Pastor during Watoto Church East’s first service at their new home in Bwoyogerere. The new district home along Jinja Road in Kampala brought smiles to the faces of the estimated 3,000 congregants who attended the services. The air was filled with shouts of joy and gladness as people praised and worshipped God for His goodness... Read more
9 February 2011: New Life And Discipleship Training Has Started
The first 2011 intake of New Life and Discipleship training at Watoto Church began last weekend - Thursday 3 February at Watoto Church Central and on Sunday 6 February in all the other districts. As we journey towards bringing healing to our cities and nations, the discipleship training will go a long way in helping church members “Fill God’s House” (this year’s priority) as it’s aimed at equipping new Christians with basic truths about the Christian faith, which in turn empower them to go out and make disciples... Read more
8 February 2011: Restore Tour: Unimaginable Loss, Unrelenting Hope
It was a warm morning that gradually turned into a thorough downpour as Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More team pulled into the parking lot at Hope Church, Kawana Waters, Queensland on Sunday 6 February 2011. And as they prepared their gear for the morning service, team member Joanna Muwonge shares her experience of the tour so far... Read more
2 February 2011: Restore Tour: The Plight Of 'Women In Conflict' Presented
Since September 2010, Watoto has been taking the story of war-afflicted northern Uganda around the world in a live-performance dubbed Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More. Although the script is centred on the chronicles of the former child soldier, the realities of the treatment of women in society; before, during and after the conflict; is also poignantly presented... Read More
31 January 2011: Restore Tour: The Sound Of Rejoicing
The first live event of Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More was presented in Queensland in a brand new gymnasium at Grooves Christian College, Kingston... Read more
31 January 2011: OG Done, evening Of Prayer This Friday
So much energy filled Watoto Church Central's auditorium with a spectacular display of talent ranging from energetic dance and choral enchantment to enchanting instrumentalists. There was also a powerful testimony from one of the youth leaders, who was swiftly going down to destruction trying to find identity... Read more
28 January 2011: Oils Of Gladness Concert Today
Only a few hours away from the Annual Oils of Gladness concert that takes place today 28th January 2011 and Sunday 30th Jan 2011, the youth at Watoto Church are excited and pulling out all the stops for the live event. The concert comprises Watoto Church youth from its eight celebration points and this year round goes by the theme 'Identity'... Read more
25 January 2011: Restore Tour: Taking Australian Cities By Storm
“Jesus heals broken lives... love transforms, forgiveness opens the flood gates of healing… these children have chosen a path of healing and have been transformed…" These were the words of Pastor Gary Skinner that thundered through the main sanctuary at Fig Tree Anglican Church, Wollongong after Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More presented a life-impacting production, where hundreds of people could not help, but be blown away by the children... Read more
24 January 2011: Watoto Church East Gets A New Home
It was all jubilation on Saturday 8th January, 2011 when Watoto Church East took possession of its new home ground as it was officially handed over by Uganda Telecom Limited. Watoto Church East, which currently congregates at Namboole Stadium acquired a whopping 14 acres of land on which a semi-permanent tent will be erected before the construction of a permanent structure. The land is located at Kazinga along the Jinja Highway in Kiira Town Council... Read more
19 January 2011: Watoto Church Joint Youth Fellowship
The Watoto Church Youth Joint Fellowship was held on Saturday 15 January 2011 to a vibrant and celebratory crowd. Filled with so much dance, song and hype from the young people, the auditorium at Watoto Church Central was filled to the brim with an assemblage of the different fellowships. The core aim of the gathering was to edify the young people in line with the church’s vision to reach out to the community through cell groups... Read more
18 January 2011: Restore Tour: Extravagant Opening In Australia
Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More is on the second leg of it's global tour. Kicking off in Canada, US and UK in the three months leading up to Christmas 2010, the tour opened in the new year on its second leg in Australia and New Zealand. The team were welcomed to Australia by Calvary Chapel as they settled into the cool Sydney weather... Read more
17 January 2011: Watoto 3600 Jan'11 Intake Opens In High Gear
The Watoto360° January 2011 intake has officially kicked off, marking the start of an adventurous journey for young people seeking intense discipleship in wholesome Christian living... Read more
11 January 2011: Fill God's House: Each One, Reach One
2011 is here and comes with new hopes and expectations. We are grateful for finishing yet another phenomenal year in 2010 building God's House, but even more excited to start a new one, especially as we seek to expand God’s Kingdom in our cities and nations... Read more
11 January 2011: Connexion Camp 2011 Rounding Up
The Connexion Camp 2011 came to a close on 7th January and with it, wonderful testimonies of lives impacted and empowered. The 5-day event was jam-packed with fun and entertainment, but the main objective was to empower and inspire teenagers through a teaching from the life of Joseph in the Bible, delivered by former Youth Pastor, Humphrey Asiimwe. This was not an ordinary camp and it certainly did not yield an average response... Read more
10 January 2011: Watoto Children Receive Gifts From Watoto Congregation
As part of spreading the Christmas cheer here at Watoto every year, the Watoto Church congregation, in their respective cells prepare Christmas gifts for children in the Watoto Children's Villages, wishing them a merry Christmas and a blessed new year... Read more
10 January 2011: Restore Tour: Wrapping Up The Ugandan Experience
By far, Uganda has been one of the most exciting places for Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More. With 9 live events at Watoto church last week, the team came face to face with audiences from their homeland. For many Ugandans, this was the opportunity to experience the depth of the tragedy of their own people in the North, who had experienced a senseless civil war for more than 20 years... Read more
7 January 2011: Restore Tour: A Stirring Debut At Watoto Church
After many days of waiting, the doors at Watoto Church, Kampala (Uganda) opened to the public for the opening live event of Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More. For many Ugandans, this was the opportunity to experience the depth of the tragedy of their own people in the North, who had experienced a senseless civil war for more than 20 years... Read more
7 January 2011: Joy And Celebration At Watoto's All Night Sing
The mention of a new year brings excitement and thoughts of new beginnings and a fresh start – new dreams and hopes yet to be fulfilled. So on 31st December 2010, big crowds, excitement and a beautifully lit church welcomed everyone to the all-night sing, an annual tradition at Watoto Church Central, North and Gulu... Read more
6 January 2011: Restore Tour: From Ashes To Beauty
After three months on the road, Watoto's Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More has in vast ways impacted the lives of the children on the team. And as we wait for the opening live event tonight, here are some beautiful testimonies from the children... Read more
6 January 2011: Watoto Youth Soaring At The Connextion Camp 2011
The long awaited Connexion Camp 2011 kicked off on Monday 3rd January 2011. With only 24 hours to go, the youth of Watoto Church have been camping at CAEC Kabanyoro, in a 5-day annual event that is purposed to bring growth in all their spheres of life... Read more
5 January 2011: Restore Tour: Final Touches To The Opening Show This week
There are just over 24 hours away to Watoto's Restore Tour debut in Uganda. The nuts and bolts add the final touches to the elaborate stage set-up to tell the story of northern Uganda and her courageous people through music + song + dance. The live event will be presented in Kampala Uganda at Watoto Church Central from Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th January 2011... Read more
4 January 2011: Watoto Church Donates To Community Health Centre
The congregation at Watoto Church East has donated 10 hospital beds and 30 mattresses to Kireku Health Center in Bweyogerere, zone E2A, Kiira Town council... Read more
22 December 2010: Merry Christmas From Gary And Marilyn
On 16 December Kampala, Uganda woke up to a camel procession with horses, wisemen and merry-makers carrying a message of love and hope to onlookers. For the first time in history, Watoto Church's gift to the city, it's annual Christmas Cantata, was launched in the streets of Kampala... Read more
21 December 2010: Lost? Don't Look Any Further
It’s quite frustrating running in circles only to find that what you are looking for is right where you are. Yet, that’s what we always do, especially when searching for something of great value. And that’s what the Watoto Children’s Cantata depicted in the comic production ‘Lost’ that took place from 9th to 12th December at Watoto Church Central... Read more
21 December 2010: Christmas Cantata 2010 Highlights
The annual Christmas Cantata, entitled A Tale of 3 Kings this year, is locked and hot. The show kicked off on Saturday 18th December 2010 to an expectant crowd. The Christmas story is told using an African setting enhanced by drama, song and dance, all packaged to drive the reason for this season home... Read more
20 December 2010: Restore Tour in Uganda
Watoto, an holistic care programme, initiated to serve the needs of Uganda and its people, is thrilled to present ‘Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More’, starting on 6th January 2011. This scintillating stage production focuses on the chronicles of the child soldier and the greater community of Northern Uganda who have endured some of the worst atrocities known... Read more
16 December 2010: Watoto Church's Gift To The City
Today, the city of Kampala has woken up to a dazzling sight as Watoto Church presents it's gift to the city. Carrying a message of hope and love, a live camel procession full on with entourage of two horses, wisemen and many other joyous merry-makers toured the streets of Kampala, Uganda... Read more
15 December 2010: Shhhh... Sneak Peek Into Cantata 2010
With only two days left to the opening show come Saturday 18th December, today is the final dress rehearsal and buzz of activity in the building is at its heights. Everything is being checked for a flawless production...Read more
8 December 2010: Race For Hope Bicycle Challenge
It was certainly not a challenge for the faint-hearted. The Watoto Race for Hope bicycle challenge culminated on 4 December 2010, marking the end of the six-day Watoto World AIDS Day (WAD’10) campaign...Read more
8 December 2010: Restore Team Back Home
Entebbe International Airport (Uganda) arrivals’ lobby was filled with so much joy and jubilation on Friday (3 Dec '10) night as mothers of children and Watoto staff received the Restore Tour team that had been on tour for the last three months...Read more
8 December 2010: Gary Skinner Receives A "Heroes" Award
Watoto Founder and Ministry Team Leader, Gary Skinner has been recognised by Ugandan youth for his selfless service to vulnerable children and providing exemplary leadership...Read more
8 December 2010: Star Of Wonder
Watoto Church's engaging and inspiring Children’s Christmas Cantata ‘Lost’ opens tomorrow (Thursday, 9th December). It’s all systems go here at Watoto Church Central as rehearsals are in full gear! Walking into the auditorium, the stage is set, lights are being tested, the walls have been repainted and all the key pieces of the set are in place...Read more
3 December 2010: Truth Made Solid...Winners Of The WAD'10 Dance Off
On the night that could be described as highly contentious and unpredictable, TMS –Truth Made Solid- out-did six dance teams to be crowned the WAD’10 Dance Off ambassadors on 2nd December 2010 at Watoto Church...
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2 December 2010: Restore Tour: Winter Wonderland
The Restore Tour Team encountered a fantastical winter wonderland last week as a seemingly heaven sent snow storm filled the city and its surrounds with a powdery white dusting. Thrilling the children no end and answering their prayers for the wintry weather hallmark - snow ball fights ensued alongside snow ball competitions...
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2 December 2010: Restore Tour: Whirlwind Week In The UK
Hillsong London's Dominion Theatre was packed to the rafters on Sunday 14th November as the Restore Tour took to the stage in both the morning services. Attending the afternoon service, Pastor Christine Caine was on fire (as usual) preaching up a storm on the importance of a God who is bigger, stronger and greater than any other. Ending the service, with an oldie but a goodie, Pastor Christine led the congregation in “My God is so big, so strong and so mighty there's nothing my God cannot do!"...
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2 December 2010: WAD'10 Dance Off - Meet The Dance Groups
Today is the day. Meet your dance groups now; Mirage, Truth Made Solid (TMS), Living Springs, Kid Power, Shalom Dancers and Groove Movers...
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1 December 2010: WAD'10 Update: Dance Off Dress Rehearsal
Practice is so intense as the dance groups that made it through to the finals put on their game faces and the fans are on the edges of their seats, eagerly waiting for the winner. The dress rehearsal kicks off today at 6pm...may the best man win?...
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26 November 2010: Children's Cantata 2010 - Lost?
Seven districts, eight shows, ONE Children’s Cantata….. “LOST??!!” It’s a Children’s Cantata like never before, showing at Watoto Church Central from 9th to 12th December 2010...
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24 November 2010: Little Miracles
Watoto’s youngest students in Nursery, Kindergarten, Prep A and B classes last Friday (19th November) celebrated the end of the school year with a Graduation and Christmas Party. Coordinated by Teacher Evelyn Namboozo, the standard multipurpose hall was transformed into a wonderland of Christmas trees, ribbons, twinkling lights, balloons, streamers, gifts and sparkling tinsel...
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23 November 2010: Christmas At Watoto
Watoto Church’s highly anticipated Christmas Cantata is set to hit Kampala this festive season with a story like you’ve never seen before! Kicking off on December 18th, ‘A Tale of Three Kings’, is an ingenious blend of Christmas carols, locally written music, incredible imagery, creative costumes and special effects. All masterfully blended into an African inspired script, watch the nativity story unfold with colourful wonder and creative interpretation this Christmas...
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22 November 2010: Sneak Peek
With the Christmas Production due to start in just over a month’s time, we thought it might be a good idea to tantalise you, our audience, with a sneak peek into what’s been going on behind the scenes of the city’s most anticipated holiday event...
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15 November 2010: Watoto Ministries To Launch In South Africa
2011 is set to be a ground breaking year for Watoto as we expand our operations out of our home country, Uganda and into Cape Town, South Africa. Replicating the model in Cape Town will mean the accelerated rescue of vulnerable women and children like we’ve never seen before on the continent...
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12 November 2010: Restore Tour Update: Binding Up The Broken Hearted
There is a verse in the Bible that can be found in Isaiah 61:1. It says “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners”...
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5 November 2010: Footprints In Israel
Watoto Church had the privilege of escorting a group of 22 people on an historical Tour of Israel during the last week of October. The Men of Valour and Daughters of Destiny members have arrived back safe and sound - all resounding with the sentiment that the opportunity was a 'once in a lifetime' experience...
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5 November 2010: Watoto Children's Choir #43 Returns From Asia
Watoto Children’s Choir #43, the first ever Asia-only tour has returned after three and half months travelling in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The choir was welcomed back home with a colourful luncheon at Watoto Church – the home of Watoto - where the children were presented with certificates of appreciation for the great work on the road...
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5 November 2010: Restore Tour: Hockey, Bears And Maple Syrup
The Restore Tour has officially departed the United States of America for the land of hockey, bears and maple syrup. As to be expected, our equatorial Ugandan team has been coping well with the chilly Canadian winter and bringing the heat wherever they go...
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3 November 2010: R&R for The Restore Tour Team
The Restore Tour Team received some much needed rest and relaxation recently when they visited Disneyland in Anaheim, Southern California. After an incredible two concerts at the Maranatha Chapel in San Diego and then at Oasis Church in Los Angeles – Oasis church then gave the Restore Team a well deserved Disneyland treat. If we had to understate the excitement, we’d say the kids were ecstatic!...
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3 November 2010: Putting Faith into Action
Members of Watoto Church Central Section 3 has just returned from a week's trip to Gulu that saw the walls of House#5 in Cluster 6 go up in the Watoto's Lamindera Children's Village in Gulu, northern Uganda. The team of 16 men and women led by Zonal Pastor, Hannington Opondo, took on the expedition following a deep conviction to participate in raising future leaders...
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1 November 2010: WAD'10 Update: Final 6 Announced
The six finalists to the WAD’10 Dance Off have been announced following a long search in and outside of the city of Kampala last week...
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1 November 2010: Its Christmas...But Not As You Know It
The largest and most spectacular Christmas play in Kampala is due to be brought to life again this season through exciting drama, song and pageantry. Held annually at Watoto Church, the Christmas Cantata is a much anticipated event that captures the heart of the season and draws thousands of people in - enabling them to engage and connect with the glory of Christmas...
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29 October 2010: Restore Tour Update: One Heart At At Time
God never sleeps. He’s at work at all times and he’s not confined to church walls or a particular language. He is out there in the market place, seeking out his children, changing lives, one heart at a time...
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27 October 2010: A Little Something Special
Suubi Children's Village was serenaded at the weekend (24th October) by the sounds of over a hundred children who were charged with leading the service. Dressed in brightly coloured Watoto t-shirts and each wearing a golden headband, the audience was impressed and touched by the well choreographed songs and items...
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22 October 2010: University Students Award Gary Skinner
Watoto Founder and Ministry Team Leader, Reverend Gary M. Skinner has been recognised by Ugandan university students for his selfless service to vulnerable children and other individuals as well as providing strong and magnetic leadership to young people...
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22 October 2010: WAD'10 Update: Dance Fever Heating Up
It’s only a few hours to the WAD’10 Dance Off auditions come Monday next week. Dance team registration officially closed yesterday with more than 10 teams vying for a chance on the most coveted dance floor. After strict scrutiny, only six teams will make it to the finals on 2nd December, where the winners will walk away with a top prize. But before that, judges will be looking for a two-minute full-costume dance act from each team that will either break or make it...
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18 October 2010: Vision Night October 2010
Vision Night is designed to give Watoto church members and the greater community an opportunity to find out what we believe, where we are heading, why we do what we do and what our goals are for the future. It’s a chance for the Pastoral Team and leadership to cast the vision once again and share some of the exciting activities that are in the pipeline - all for the cause of sharing Christ and caring for community...
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11 October 2010: The Journey Thus Far..
It really is amazing how evident God’s presence and anointing is on the Restore Tour. We are continually blown away by the impact this heartfelt production has already had on thousands of people. It is clear that God is going before us everyday, in every city...
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8 October 2010: Watoto WAD'10 No Excuses: Take A Stand
Watoto Church is proud to present the third edition of World AIDS Day celebrations -WAD’10- a six-day awareness campaign that will bring hope and improve the lives of individuals and families infected and affected by HIV/AIDS in Uganda...
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30 September 2010: Watoto Students: Dedication Service
Yesterday afternoon Senior 4 and Senior 6 Watoto students from both Bbira and Suubi High Schools were dedicated in an annual ceremony to celebrate their scholarly achievements thus far and commit their upcoming examinations in prayer...
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29 September 2010: Florida Sets The Pace
The Restore Tour is well and truly on the road and we have been blown away by the grace of God that transforms lives as we travel from city to city... The message of forgiveness and restoration is bearing fruit wherever we go. Families are reconnecting, friendships have been reconciled, marriages restored and rebuilt - all the stories are incredible...
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27 September 2010: Watoto Children's Choir Charms Rotary International Guests
Last week Watoto Children’s Choir participated in the Rotary International Zone 20A celebrations at Speak Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Uganda...
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21 September 2010: Love Kampala Festival
The city of Kampala is set for a serious adrenaline-surging extravaganza this weekend at the Love Kampala Festival (LKF). Spanning two days at Kololo airstrip, the never-seen-before evangelistic festival is expected to draw thousands in and around the city to a stunning variety of top-class Christian celebration, extreme sport and spiritual discipleship...
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20 September 2010: Restore Tour: Amazing Kick Off At Wave Church
The first Restore Tour: Child Soldier No More event kicked off at Wave Church in Virginia Beach, US on Friday, 17th September. The children were excited and delivered the heart-rendering tale of northern Uganda and her people with passion and zeal...
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17 September 2010: Slam Dunk: Reverse The Spin
Watoto's Campus Conference is off to a shot gun start this week with a thousand youth participating in the annual event. Jam-packed with daily basketball games during the day and workshops on dating, relationships and lifestyle in the evening; the conference is designed to empower and energise our young adults to live a life that Slam Dunks!...
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15 September 2010: Restore Tour Kicks Off
We are excited to announce that the Restore Tour team received their visas and left Uganda on Tuesday morning for a six-month worldwide tour...
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15 September 2010: Fresh Start
From time to time, we are privileged enough to have the capacity and resource to welcome new children into the Watoto Family. Last week, such an occasion presented itself when 20 desperate children, between the ages of 3 and 8 years old, joined our Buloba village...
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8 September 2010: Bringing Down The House With Power FM's Love Party
After over a month of advertising, PowerFM listeners could not wait any longer for 3rd September. So by 5pm on the big-day, highly expectant fans queued at Watoto Church, itching to discover the station’s best kept secret...
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1 September 2010: Register Now For Watoto3600
If you have always dreamed of coming to Africa, have a passionate desire to find your purpose, and want to make a difference in your world - then Watoto360
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31 August 2010: DOD & MOV Gathering: Appreciating Life From His - Her Side
Friday night marked the very first combined gathering of both the Men of Valour and Daughters of Destiny Ministries at Watoto Church Central! Converging on the venue both the men and the women were in for a treat as the production and worship teams pulled out all the stops to ensure a night to remember...
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27 August 2010: Show Them What Love Means
Watoto Church was inspired and uplifted last night as Pastor John and Helen Burns took to the stage in Kampala, Uganda to speak on friendship. Internationally renowned guest speakers who specialise in Family Relationships, their down to earth style mixed with quirky humour and biblical truths resounded well with the congregation...
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22 June 2010: Men Of Valour: The Call to Fatherhood
Watoto Church men have vowed to secure the future of Uganda through godly leadership. This was at the much-anticipated Men of Valour (MOV) Father’s Day meeting that took place on Friday 18th June 2010 at Watoto Church Central...
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21 June 2010: Watoto Opens Third Babies Home
Watoto has launched a third home to care for orphaned and vulnerable babies in Uganda. The ceremony, attended by Gulu Local Government administrators, Watoto partners, media and the general public took place on Thursday 10th June 2010...
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31 May 2010: Watoto Church East Sets Up Water Well
The congregation at Watoto Church East commissioned the development of a water well in Zone E1E Kiryinya, Kampala. The well is one of the numerous community seed projects that the congregation embarked on in the run up to their 6th anniversary celebration on 16th May 2010...
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12 May 2010: Watoto Church Children Go Over
Our children out-did themselves on Saturday 8th May 2010 at the first ever Watoto Church Kids ‘n Ova extravaganza. The worship fused with fun drew over 800 children of all ages, ranging from toddlers to pre-teens...
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11 May 2010: Daughters Of Destiny Reach For God
It was a hot orange affair at the recently concluded Daughters of Destiny (DOD) Garden Party. An army of Watoto Church women gathered to the backdrop of the orange ‘Going for God’ theme at Watoto Church North on Monday 8th March – officially recognised as ‘Women’s Day’ in Uganda...
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23 February 2010: Baby Watoto Suubi Launched
Watoto has launched a second home to care for orphaned and vulnerable babies in Uganda. The ceremony took place on Monday, 22nd February 2010 and was attended by Mpigi Local Government administrators, media and the incredible volunteers from around the world who help to take care of the babies...
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18 February 2010: The Feisty Power FM Love Week
A white carpet with red petals was rolled to welcome the 2,500 strong crowd. Each female guest received a red rose and the boys were delighted by the multimedia and effects. Revellers were ushered into the auditorium – atmospherically enhanced with dim lights, candles and suited up Power FM hosts...
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28 January 2010: Construction at Watoto Church North
A crowd of over 300 children, youth and adults, including students enrolled in the dynamic new school of ministry, Watoto360º, gathered on Saturday 23rd January 2010 for the momentous groundbreaking at Watoto Church North...
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22 January 2010: Watoto Camp: Truth or Dare
Watoto teenagers have returned from the youth camp, dubbed ‘Connexion Camp’ along with teenagers from Watoto Church. Themed ‘Truth or Dare’, the camp was a real challenge as youth were dared to step up to some of the challenges they encounter in daily life. Alinda, 16 year from Suubi Children’s Village says: “I’ve never wanted to forgive people. Well, during the camp, the Holy Spirit came upon me and I was...
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13 January 2010: A Cherry Festival of Hope
To climax the Cell Revival Week, Watoto Church West was buzzing with activity as the Watoto family celebrated its first 2010 Festival of Hope on Sunday 9th January. There were loads of fun activities for everyone. The adults engaged themselves with all sorts of in and out-door games while the kids’ play area was flooded with bouncing castles, swimming pools and face painting among others...
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25 September 2009: Watoto Sings at Joyce Meyer Women's Conference
On September 17-19, Watoto Children’s Choir joined with Christian worship artists Delirious and Israel Houghton to encourage and inspire more than 11,000 women during the 27th Annual Joyce Meyer Women’s Conference in St. Louis, Missouri...
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10 September 2009: Emmanuel Jal visits Watoto
Emmanuel Jal, former Sudanese child soldier turned international rapper visited Watoto Uganda on Saturday 5th September. The UK-based musician had come to Kampala for Power FM’s (Watoto Church radio station) 10th birthday which took place on Friday 4th. He was the headline artist at the celebration...
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4 September 2009: Emmanuel Jal is in town
We said it and we meant it. Emmanuel Jal, the former Sudanese child soldier come international rapper is in town. Jal is famous for his Gua album that won him an American Gospel Award 4 years ago and a film, War Child, which was broadcast at the PowerFM movie night last week...
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3 September 2009: Watoto Church Corporate Wedding is on
The Watoto Church Corporate wedding takes place this Sunday, 6th September ‘09. This event will take place at Watoto Church East, North and Central. “This is an opportunity from the church to all those couples who are either living together, married traditionally or co-habiting and would love to sanctify their marriages before God,” says Pastor Julius Rwotlonyo...
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2 September 2009: Phat Fest '09 Excitement Buzzing
The stars are in town and they are loud about it. Mr. Googs and Esther Wahome hit the PowerFM air waves with Ben on Go and peaked many a interest for PhatFest ’09, Power FM’s 10th birthday Festival this Friday, 4th September. “We are God’s family,” said Mr. Googs. “We have the biggest Licence to PARTY! And we will do exactly that come Friday.”
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31 August 2009: First Watoto Wedding in Uganda
Saturday 29th August was a special day at Watoto, Uganda. Wedding bells rang as we celebrated Watoto’s first wedding. Watoto child, Florence Nakate and Richard Kiyingi exchanged vows at Watoto Church, Kampala – the country’s capital...
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19 August 2009: Watoto Church Cel ebrations in August
Both Watoto Church Gulu and North celebrated their anniversary during the month of August. WATOTO Church North celebrated 8 years on Sunday 16th August. Over 5,000 people attended the mega celebration service at the church in Kisaasi. The 2-hour long event started at 10am and wrapped up the birthday celebration that started the previous day with a food show....
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19 August 2009: Mwatshy Album Launch
Mwatshy Musenge, the talented Watoto Church bass guitarist, launched his Fullness of Joy album on Sunday 16th August. With a surprise troupé of teenage Congolese dancers, a well-chosen vocal backup and the seasoned Watoto Church instrumentalists, the concert was extremely entertaining...
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12 August 2009: DOD: Beauty and Strength
Last Friday, over 3,000 women streamed into Watoto Church Central for the Daughters Of Destiny celebration. Just over 2,300 filled the auditorium as the rest enjoyed the other attractions set up for them outside. The ladies were treated to free foot and hand massages at the Pamper Zone set up outside. Coffee was provided courtesy of Café Pap and the women revelled in the entertainment and fun activities...
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12 August 2009: Family Revival Week: Sex
Last week was the Family Revival Week at Watoto Church and we were honoured to host guest speakers J. John from the UK and Helen and John Burns from Canada. ‘Pray, care and share’. This is the message that kick-started the Family Revival Week on Tuesday. “From cover to cover,” said J. John, “The Bible’s main message is, ‘to Know Jesus and make Him known’. There is no way to do this without praying, caring and sharing,” he said...
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3 August 2009: Men of Valour, the Ultimate
The red carpet was rolled out through the foyer, from the entrance to the lobby but I can assure you, this was unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Grey stones neatly lined the edges of the carpet – it oozed virility. The cameras flashing, women videographers doing video feeds along the corridor, broadcast live to an auditorium of expectant guests. On the carpet, even the wimp was brave enough to look into the camera and speak with manly confidence...
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31 July 2009: ALEM Brasil Futebol visits Watoto
Earlier this week, Watoto was priviledged to host ALEM Brasil Futebol, a team of Christian ex-international football players at Suubi Village (Uganda). Some of the players had seen the Watoto Children’s Choir in Brazil last year and were excited to finally visit Watoto, meet the children, moms and everyone on ground...
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