community profile
Passover is one of the newest CARE for AIDS centers located in the Kampala, Uganda region. As of 2018, there were 100,000 new HIV infections recorded each year in Uganda. Some estimate that without immediate intervention, Uganda may see up to 300,000 new infections per year by 2025. Kampala is Uganda’s capital and largest city. Kampala currently has an 8.5% infection rate, and access to care for many in the slums is difficult if not impossible.
The CARE for AIDS center at Passover Harvest Church launched operations in late 2019.
Center staff
Spiritual Counselor: Andrew Kabbogoza
Andrew grew up in Uganda in a home that he describes as “a Christian family and extended family, but not a family that was well-to-do.”
Andrew’s mother passed away from HIV, so he understands intimately the situation his clients are in, and because of this Andrew enjoys meeting and encouraging his clients - understanding that their shared experiences bring them closer together, and giving them hope.
Health Counselor: Florence Mabukenya
Florence is the 6th born of 8 children and grew up in Uganda. She herself is a single mother of 5 children aged from 8 to 20 years.
Her favorite part of the job is caring for and encouraging her clients. Florence desires all her clients to get well and see that they have hope for a long and fulfilling life.
center history
year graduates faith decisions orphans prevented
2019-2020* 75 28 269
2020-2021 TBD TBD TBD
*The cohort in the 2019-2020 class was impacted by delays in the CARE for AIDS program caused by COVID-19 lockdowns and health precautions. To learn more about how we responded to the pandemic, visit this page.
client profiles
2021 UPDATE FROM CENTER STAFF
At the Passover Center, some of the clients who gave their lives to Jesus Christ formed home cells (similar to a small group or Bible study group) in their homes in August 2021. It was a joy seeing new Christians opening up their homes and yearning for God's altar in their homes. Through the encouragement of the bishop and church administration, the three home cells formulated are Eagle's Nest 1, 2, and 3. We anticipate more cells will be opened before the end of the year.
It's being realized that through these smaller groups of six to ten people, each member will have an opportunity to contribute and discuss scriptures shared in the therapies. For example, how one understands the scripture, lessons learned, and how to plan to implement it in one’s life. Through individual participation, we believe members will learn how to read the Bible and grow in their faith.
Lubega John is one of the home cell members now. He comes from a family that practices witchcraft. But when he joined CARE for AIDS, he gave his life to Jesus Christ. He is now able to read his Bible. John was also down with Bronchopneumonia but through CFA support, he has improved greatly. We give all the glory to God.