SDA Church Directs Members to Observe Monthly Cleaning Day on Sundays

The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Uganda has mandated its members to participate in the monthly National Cleaning Day, observed on the last Sunday of every month, while adhering to government movement regulations. Church President Samuel Kajoba issued this directive during a large Church Camp Meeting in Wakiso Area.

Kajoba highlighted that the Church engaged government officials, including the Prime Minister, to address concerns about the cleaning day's timing. Initially, the arrangement conflicted with the Adventist Sabbath, observed from Friday evening to Saturday evening. Following discussions, assurances were given that the religious practices of Adventists would be respected, leading to the agreement to conduct the cleaning on Sundays.

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The only thing we could resist was cleaning on the Sabbath, because that is contrary to our faith.

"The only thing we could resist was cleaning on the Sabbath, because that is contrary to our faith," Kajoba stated. He confirmed that Church leaders held extensive discussions with government officials, receiving confirmation of the recognition of their faith and agreeing on the Sunday schedule for the cleaning exercise.

Furthermore, Kajoba addressed adjustments to the usual Sabbath School program, moving it from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. He urged members to accept this change, explaining it is intended to ensure compliance with government movement guidelines and minimize potential misunderstandings with security personnel. The Church President encouraged members to continue respecting lawful government directives, maintaining the Church's tradition of discipline, cooperation, and respect for authorities.

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We took a lot of time in engagement with the Prime Minister, and from the guidance of the President himself, who even confirmed the recognition of our faith. We agreed that as the Seventh-day Adventist Church, we will do our cleaning on the last Sunday of the month.