By Okurut Joseph
Hon. Fred Opolot, the compassionate and generous Member of Parliament for Pingire County, has made two significant donations to support local churches in the area through the Fred Opolot Foundation.
In a heartwarming ceremony, Hon. Fred donated a brand-new bicycle to St. Augustin Catholic Church in Pingire Subcounty. The bicycle was received by Nakiria Anna, the priest, who expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Hon. Fred. “This bicycle will greatly assist me in my outreach efforts, allowing me to visit our members and spread the word of God more efficiently,” she said.
Additionally, Hon. Fred donated 1.8 million shillings to Obangin PAG Church in Labor Subcounty to support their land purchase initiative. The church members were thrilled with the generous contribution, which will help them secure a permanent place of worship.
“We are deeply grateful for your generosity,” said Apio Sarah, a member of Obangin PAG Church. “This land will be a blessing to our community, providing a permanent home for our church.” Pastor Akuku Martin added, “Your donation is a testament to your commitment to our community’s spiritual growth. We are honored to have leaders like you who care about our well-being.”
Hon. Fred humbly smiled, saying, “I’m happy to support the growth of our community’s faith. Your gratitude means a lot to me.” The ceremony ended with prayers and blessings for Hon. Fred, thanking God for his kindness and generosity.
The community has widely appreciated Hon. Fred’s kindness and dedication to supporting local churches, demonstrating his commitment to the well-being and spiritual growth of his constituents.