CONVENTION REPORT

WORLD SHINE MINISTRIES (WSM)P.O. Box 10262, Kampala, UgandaPlot 17 Kakungulu Road, Ntinda, Kampala, UgandaUGANDAS FIRST EVER INTER-DENOMINATIONAL CONVENTION, late bishop festo kivengeres family attend INSPIRING memorial lecture

INTRODUCTION & THE MISSION

Uganda has finally hosted the first ever inter-denominational international convention.

Convention Identity:The inter-denominational Healing for the Nations International Convention (HNIC) was organised/hosted by World Shine Ministries (WSM). WSM collaborated with a myriad of other organisations and individuals from May 11 to 18, 2014. Thousands of congregants converged at Ntinda Primary School, in eastern Kampala for fellowship, renewal and revival of apostolic Christianity. We have acknowledged that Africa and the world generally are bleeding with broken walls of Revival, Government, Judiciary, Economy, Education, Media, Religion, Music and Entertainment, Family, the Community and all areas of life. It is the Church of Jesus Christ that has a key to the rebuilding of the Nations. It was an empowering and impartation convention. It equipped the church for ministry.

WSM Vision:

WSM is an inter-denominational, non-profit, non-political, non-racial and non-governmental, International Christian organisation helping the Church to Shine for Christ in the Healing of the Nations. WSM Mission is Reaching, Raising and Releasing Transformed Christian Leaders for the Healing of the Nations.Reaching: them through Evangelism, Literature, Networking, Advocacy.Raising: them through Training, Education, Mentoring, Advocacy andReleasing: the through Team Building, Motivating and Commissioning them into Ministry and the Market place.

Convention Objectives:

Mobilising, Motivating & Preparing the Church for Revival & Healing of the Nations; Empowering, Imparting & Equipping the Church for Ministry; Networking, Partnering & Collaborating for Ministry;Fellowshipping, Renewal & Revival of Apostolic Christianity; Reaching Kampala City with the Gospel of Jesus; Bringing Christians Together for the Common Aim of Shinning for Christ.

Convention Basis:

The convention was based on the famous Biblical story of an outstandingly industrious and visionary leader, Nehemiah. Our theme is extracted from Nehemiah 2:17 Then I said to them, you see the trouble we are in, Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burnt with fire, come let us rebuild the walls of Jerusalem and we will no longer be in disgrace.Rev. Dr. Hartmurt Kopsch (right) did the Bible Exposition for the whole week.Nehemiah is the last of the Old Testament historical book. It records the history of the third return to Jerusalem after captivity, telling how the walls were rebuilt and the people were renewed in their faith.Much of the book is written in the first person, suggesting strongly Nehemiah wrote the book with Ezra as editor. The special features, the book shows the fulfillment of the prophecies of Zechariah and Daniel concerning the rebuilding of Jerusalems walls. The original audience were the exiles who returned from captivity. The book was written between 445-432 BC.The setting of the book was that Zerubabel led the first return to Jerusalem in 538 BC. In 458, Ezra led the second return. Finally, in 445, Nehemiah returned with the third group of exiles to rebuild the city walls.

Convention Attendance:

The HNIC 2014 was attended by thousands of people from Uganda and beyond.MULTITUDES OF CONGREGANTS WHO LISTENED TO THIS BIBLE EXPOSITION APPLAUDED REV. DR. HARTMURT KOPSCH & THE HEALING CONVENTION ORGANISERS FOR THIS VERY ENLIGHTENING BIBLE KNOWLEDGE.

Other key speakers and their nations of origin included:

Bishops Edward Muhima (Uganda), Daniel Gimadu (Uganda), Nathan Ahimbisibwe (Uganda), Mark Sng (Singapore), Mark Purves (UK), Hilary Barnes (UK), Dr. Sheena Tranter (UK), Pastor Robert McKaig (Scotland), Rev. Canon Bob Smith (Canada), Caroleanne Phillips (USA), Pastor Kevin Porter (USA), Joan Bosman (SA), Robert Bosman (SA), Sydney Francis (SA), Sipho Ntingashe (SA), Zandile Ntingashe (SA), Maria Adonis (SA), Apostle Neil Isaacs (SA)Pastor Moses Edwards (Nigeria), Apostle Wale Arolowo (Nigeria), Pastor Thomas Nwayila (), Dr Moses Chalwe (Zambia), Rev. Greenson Ngeki (Zambia), Rev. Tom Otieno (Kenya), Hon Miria Matembe (Uganda), Rev. Dr, Medad Birungi (Uganda), Rev. Canon Christine Shimanya (Uganda), Rev. Dr. Ben Tumuheirwe (Uganda), Dr. Robert Rutaagi (Uganda), Shadrack Musinguzi (Uganda), Bishop Joshua Lwere (Uganda), Bishop John Bunjo (Uganda), Sam Ewou (Uganda) and others.

Convention Speakers Scope:

The convention speakers ministered during plenary sessions, facilitated special for a plus workshops, they gave talks, provided guidance in discussion groups, they provided one-on-one ministry through guidance, counselling, prophesy, prayer etc, according to specific needs.

Convention Youth-4-Christ Explosion:

This memorable event took place on Saturday, May 17, 2014 after lunch (see programme below). Hundreds of young people and the rest of the convention were entertained by famous gospel artistes like Ruyonga, Poliki Amooti, Leviticus, Judith Babirye, Julie Mutesasira and others. It was an explosive afternoon, full of what Rev. Dr. Medad refers to as Holy Chaos!

Below was the General HNIC programme:

Below was the Special Forum Meeting programme:

Here are some pictorial highlights from the 8-day event in which hundreds of believers gave their lives to God and many more recommitted their lives

Rev. Dr. Medad Birungi, the WSM Founder/President led hundreds to Christ

Bishop Dr. Edward Muhima talks to Peace & Charity Kivengere

Bishop Muhima delivered the Bishop Festo Kivengere Memorial Lecture

Bishops Nathan Ahimbisibwe (South Ankole), Daniel Gimadu (North Mbale) & other guests listen to Muhima: He walked his talk, he embraced all people, he was full of love, he was the first African bishop to ordain women, he was humble, he was bold, he wedded me, he ordained me, I worked with him closely, he mentored me

and (below) the Kalangala Resident District Commissioner, Caleb Tukaikiriza

and Peace and Charity recalling that their father was a very busy bishop but very loving fatherthey also hailed their mother Merab for standing by their father

and (below) in honour to Bishop Kivengeres gender sensitivity

some of the female clergy present

Books launched and relaunched

and prayed for

and a new magazine on sale by one of our youth (Miriam Amanda Wasike)

and (below) some very dedicated service providers (Paninah Byarugana & Florence Iwutung)

and in attendance were hundreds of youth led by the Vadieshkol Fellowship leader Barnabas Birungi (second left)

praise and worship were led by choirs and singersReverends Medad Birungi, Ben Tumuheirwe, Francis Musoke & others enjoy Florence Musiimentas music

and the World Shine Ministries Choir in action

meanwhile Caroleanne Phillips (USA) really enjoyed herself with a yellow flag

just like some else with a purple flag

we worship you our Lord, you are worthy to be praised

the Anglican Youth Fellowship was in attendance too

St. Emmanuels & St. Stephens Church choir moved the congregation too

Evelyn Liliam sang a theme song too

and David Ogwang, belted out his Rebuilding Jerusalems Broken Walls theme song

there were moving testimonies

and World Shine Ministries was launched by Neil Isaacs (SA)

with a hand-joining prayer by Caroleanne Phillips (USA)

Flag hoisting time: Some of the nations represented:

it was a time of celebrationas nations mingled

REACTIONS FROM SOME PARTICIPANTS

Bishop Dr. Edward Muhima: This interdenominational convention is phenomenal. These kinds of conferences should be encouraged. They help break barriers and create unity. This is a very good idea by the World Shine Ministries.

Bishop Daniel Gimadu: This is a God-sent innovation by Rev Dr. Medad Birungi. Hundreds of lives have been changed by this convention. Praise God.

Bishop Nathan Ahimbisibwe: This convention is a very creative thought. It should be supported.

Kevin R. Porter (USA-Lightbearers Ministries): This has been a very brilliant time. God has been glorified.

Osabe Mugisa (St. Johns Cathedral Fort Portal-Ruwenzori Diocese: This convention is a blessing in my life. I am going to use the knowledge to transform the lives of the students at Kyebambe Girls School where I am an assistant chaplain.

Mark Sng: (Singapore): Great time.

Pastor John Okoot (Uganda-Christ Witness Church): This is a real blessing. This convention has managed to bring together Anglicans and Pentecostals. It has never happened before.

Bishop Joshua Lwere (Uganda): This is convention is a unifying blessing.

Pastor Barnabas Sserwadda Peter (Uganda-Teaching Word Church): This is God at work.

Edward Anyoli: (Journalist Vision Group): This is a life-changing conference worth supporting.

Emmanuel Luganda (Journalist Vision Group): I have learnt a lot.

Dr. Robert Rutaagi (Uganda): We should encourage more of these interdenominational conventions.

Canon Bob Smith (Canada): This convention is a brilliant idea to revival. Its nice coming back to Uganda.

Rev. Dr. Hartmut Kopsch (UK): Lovely convention. Lovely country. Lovely people.

Caroleanne Phillips (USA): I enjoyed every bit of this convention. I enjoyed travelling to eastern Uganda to minister at Kumi Diocese.

Joan Bosman (Mama Africa): I loved it (the convention). I love Uganda. The time for Africa has come. We need to activate revival so that we can effectively carry the gospel to other parts of the world. We shall so it like the stampede by elephants.

Florence Musiimenta (Uganda-Singer): This was a great convention. I enjoyed singing Gods songs for the people.

CONCLUSION

The Healing for the Nations International Convention was a huge success. A great mission it was, this interdenominational convention. It was a huge step of faith. It touched hundreds of lives locally. Of course, we had some challenges since this was a pioneer convention. We need to work on all aspects of preparation for the next convention as soon as possible.

THANK YOU ALL FOR PRAYINGTO GOD BE THE GLORYGOD BLESS YOU ALLALFRED WASIKEWSMCOMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

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GeneralThe Healing for the Nations International Convention 2014 [HNIC 2014] Kampala, UgandaDates: Sunday 11th Sunday 18th May, 2014 Venue: Ntinda Primary School GroundsTheme: "Rebuilding Broken Walls" Nehemiah 2:17Convention Programme09:00am-10:30am10:30am-12:00pm12:00pm-01:30pm01:30pm03:00pm-05:00pm05:00pm06:00pm-08:00pmSun 11thArrival & Checking in for International & Resident DelegatesGrand Welcome to the Nations Gathered; Opening Ceremony and Dinner Absp. Stanley Ntagali [Uganda]Mon 12thBible Exposition "Rebuilding Broken Walls" Book of Nehemiah Revd. Dr. Hartmut Kopsch [UK]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Spirituality & Revival Joan Bossman [South Africa]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Marriage & Family Dr. Steve Ogan [Nigeria]L u n c h B r e a kW o r k s h o p sD i n n e rRevival Evening Bishop John Bunjo [Uganda]Tue 13thRebuilding Broken Walls of Repentance & Forgiveness Bsp.Nathan Gasatura [Rwanda]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Peace & Justice Pst.Michael Kyazze [Uganda]Revival Evening Joan Bossman [S.Africa]Wed 14thRebuilding Broken Walls of Compassion & Generosity Evg. Sam Ewou [Uganda]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Mission & Evangelism Revd. Frog Orr-Ewing [UK]Revival Evening Revd. Dr. Medad BirungibyaYesu [Uganda]Thu 15thRebuilding Broken Walls of Leadership & Integrity Revd. Dr. Medad BirungibyaYesu [Uganda]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Priesthood of the Nation Pst. Laban Jjumba [Uganda]Revival Evening Apostle Victor Uchegbulam [Nigeria]Fri 16thRebuilding Broken Walls of Healing & Deliverance Revd. Canon Christine Shimanya [Uganda]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Prayer & Intercession Bishop Joshua Lwere [Uganda]Revival & Worship Evening Apostle Victor Uchegbulam [Nigeria]Wed 14th"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]Film Show and TestimoniesWed 14th"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]Fri 16th"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]Sat 17thRebuilding Broken Walls of Baptism of the Holy Spirit Pst. Kevin Porter [US]Rebuilding Broken Walls of Boldness & Perseverance Pst. Robert McKing [Scotland]Youth-4-Christ Explosion Revd. Tom Otieno [Kenya] Apostle Victor Uchegbulam [Nigeria]Sun 18thCelebration & Worship Service Bishop Dolbert Clark [Caribbean Islands]Bsp. Festo Kivengere Memorial Lecture Revd. Canon Dr. Alfred Olwa [Uganda] Closing & Commissioning Ceremony Absp. Stanley Ntagali [Uganda]Workshops & FacilitatorsWORKSHOP ONE: Governance, Leadership & IntegrityWORKSHOP TWO: Prayer, Healing & DeliveranceWORKSHOP THREE: Marriage & Family LifeWORKSHOP FOUR: The Occult & ApologeticsWORKSHOP FIVE: The Holy Spirit & Spiritual GiftsHon. Miria Matembe [Uganda] Revd. Tom Otieno [Kenya]Mr. Peter Asiimwe [Uganda]Pst. Mark Purves [UK]Dr. Sheena Tranter [UK]Revd. Canon Christine ShimanyaDr. Steve Ogan [Nigeria]Mrs. Ruth Senyonyi [Uganda] Mr. Stephen Langa [Uganda]Ms. Amy Ewing [UK]Mr. Robby Muhumuza [Uganda]Mr. Rogers AtwebembeireRevd. Hillary Barnes [UK]Pst. Kevin Porter [US]Pst. Michael Kyazze [Uganda]

Forum RevisedThe Healing for the Nations International Convention 2014 [HNIC 2014] Kampala, UgandaDates: Sunday 11th Sunday 18th May, 2014Theme: "Rebuilding Broken Walls" Nehemiah 2:17Special Forum Meetings07:00am-09:00am05:00pm-07:00pmMon 12thJudiciary Forum [Judges, Magistrates, Registrars, Advocates, Attorneys & Lawyers] Speaker: Dr. Moses Chalwe [Zambia] Venue: NOB View Hotel, Ntinda-KampalaMedical Forum [Doctors & Dentists, Pharmacists, Nurses & Midwives, Health Workers & Professional, Practitioners & Officials] Speaker: Dr. Sheena Tranter [UK] Venue: NOB View Hotel, Ntinda-KampalaTue 13thThe Mountain of EconomyThe Mountain of EducationBusiness Forum [Traders, Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders] Speaker: Pst. Sydney Francis [South Africa]Venue: NOB View Hotel,Ntinda-KampalaAcademic Forum [Lecturers, Teachers, Education Practitioners & Officials] Speakers: Mark Sng [Singapore] Mark Purves [UK] Venue: Senate Hall, MUKWed 14thThe Mountain of Arts & EntertainmentThe Mountain of GovernmentCelebration Forum [Music Artists, Dancers & Performers, Sportsmen, Fashion Designers, Comedy, Drama, Film & Entertainment Actors] Speaker: Revd. Tom Otieno [Kenya] Venue: NOB View Hotel, Ntinda-KampalaGovernance Forum [Political & Civic Leaders] Speakers: Mark Sng [Singapore] Dr. Robert Rutaagi [Uganda] Venue: Parliament Building, KampalaThu 15thThe Mountain of ReligionThe Mountain of MediaChurch Forum [Bishops, Pastors & Spiritual Leaders] Speakers: Bsp. Dr. Edward Muhima [Uganda] Prof. Bob Smith [Canada] Venue: NOB View Hotel, Ntinda-KampalaMedia Forum [Journalists, Broadcasters & Proprietors] Speaker: Dr. Robert Rutaagi [Uganda] Venue: NOB View Hotel, Ntinda-KampalaFri 16thThe Mountain of FamilySecurity Forum [Army, Police & Prison Officers] Speakers: Revd. Tom Otieno [Kenya] Bsp. Dr. Edward Muhima [Uganda] Venue: NOB View Hotel, Ntinda-KampalaMarriage Forum [05:00pm-07:00pm] [Husbands, Wives, Parents, Guardians, Marriage & Family Counsellors] Speaker: Revd. Tom Otieno [Kenya] Venue: St. Luke's Church, Ntinda-KampalaWed 14th"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]Film Show and TestimoniesWed 14th"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]Fri 16th"Vessels of Honour" 2 Timothy 2:20 Revd Tom Otieno [Nairobi, Kenya]