About this episode

The episode explores the inspiring story of Saint Charles Lwanga, a Ugandan martyr known for his courage and leadership in faith.

One of the 22 Ugandan martyrs, Saint Charles Lwanga has much to teach us about courage. Join Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji and Dr. Elizabeth Klein to learn the inspiring story of this young catechist who was not afraid to speak truth to power and who led others to do the same. Rev. Tegha Afuhwi Nji is an assistant professor of theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.

People in this episode

Host: Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji

Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Klein

Topics covered

• martyrdom
• courage
• catechism
• Ugandan martyrs
• faith
• truth to power

Keywords

• Saint Charles Lwanga
• Ugandan martyrs
• courage
• catechist
• truth to power
• Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji
• Dr. Elizabeth Klein

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Augustine Institute

Places: Uganda

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