Henry Luke Orombi

Ugandan Anglican Archbishop

Henry Luke Orombi - Ugandan Anglican Archbishop
Born

October 11th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Uganda

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Orombi served as the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda from 2004 to 2012. Before becoming Archbishop, held the position of Bishop of Kampala from 2002 to 2004. Orombi was influential in the Anglican Communion, particularly regarding issues of governance and theology within the church. He represented the Church of Uganda in various international Anglican gatherings.

Served as Archbishop of the Church of Uganda

Bishop of Kampala

Participated in the Anglican Communion leadership

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