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A Journey of Faith: My Transformation Through the Power of God at 30

By Alinaitwe Victor

Born on April 8

As I turn 30 today, I sit in awe of God’s unending grace, reflecting on a decade that has shaped me into the man I am. The 20s were a whirlwind of triumphs, challenges, and divine encounters that drew me closer to Christ. Through every temptation, every doubt, and every moment of fear, I held fast to the promise of Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” My journey is a testament to the transformative power of faith, and I share it to inspire young people to trust in God’s plan, no matter where life takes them.

The Leap of Faith in Lira: A New Beginning

In my early 20s, I left the comfort of my family in Hoima to join a nursing school in Lira District Northern Uganda, a place that felt like a foreign land. My family worried, asking, “Will you manage?” On the surface, I was confident, but deep inside, I wrestled with fear: Will I fit in? Will I survive this new world? Yet, a burning desire for growth pushed me forward. I wanted to see a new environment, to stretch my wings, and to discover who I could become. Little did I know, Lira would become the cradle of my spiritual awakening.

It was in Lira that I found a small Christian community called “Caritas” 1Cor13 at the nursing school. Through this group, I encountered the tangible presence of God. I joined the choir, took readings in church, and became a leader both in school and in faith. Together with my peers, we fasted, organized charity drives, and supported orphans, living out Matthew 25:40: “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Lira became my home, my family, and my sanctuary. It was here that I truly understood God’s mighty power and His call for me to serve.

Leaving Lira was one of the hardest moments of my life. I wanted to cry, fearing what lay ahead. Would I lose the spiritual fire I had found? But God whispered to my heart the words of Isaiah 41:10: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” With that promise, I stepped into the unknown, trusting that His grace would follow me.

A Divine Surprise in Arua: The Melody of God’s Love

Life took me to Arua in West Nile, a place I had imagined as a deep rural village. To my surprise, I found a vibrant city, and within it, a spiritual home that would change my life forever. The first time I attended Mass at Christ the King Parish in town, I was captivated by the St. Augustine Melody Choir Arua. Their voices sang straight to my soul, stirring my heart with a joy I couldn’t contain. I thought, “Am I really in Arua? This choir sings to the depths of my being.” With the Song singing, There is Joy in my heart,it is flowing like a river…… composed by Jude Nnam.

I felt a deep longing to join them, but doubts crept in: Will my voice be good enough? Will they accept me? Yet, I turned to God in prayer, holding fast to Philippians 4:13: “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” With confidence in His plan, I attended my first choir practice. To my surprise, I was welcomed warmly. An elder, Muzeyi Tom, asked about my school with a kind smile, and I felt at ease. No one questioned if I was new—they assumed I was a student on holiday. But as they got to know me, I became part of their family.

The St. Augustine Melody Choir transformed my life. In Arua, I witnessed the manifestation of God’s power in ways I never imagined. I made promises to God, asking for His guidance, and He answered my prayers one by one. As I prepared to leave Arua, I sought God’s direction: “How will I serve You after this?” In a vision, He showed me the choir singing, and I wondered, “How will someone in Hoima or Tororo know how beautifully this choir sings to the soul?” That vision birthed Ugandan Catholics Online, a platform to share the beauty of faith and worship with the world.

As I left the Choir I did my first conducting of a song ever in my life and I’ve never done it again..haaaaaa, it was a Lugbara Song(Gloria) Rukuza

Arua is a reminder of that divine calling—a moment captured by the very platform God inspired me to create.

Before leaving Arua, I made another promise to God: if He blessed me with a firstborn son, I would name him Augustine, after the choir that had touched my heart so deeply. In 2018, I spoke this prayer. In 2021, my son Augustine was born, now a vibrant 3-year-old, a living testament to God’s faithfulness.

Kampala and Beyond: A Family in Faith

Returning to Kampala to pursue my diploma as a Medical Clinical Officer, I carried God’s presence with me. There, I met the incredible team behind Ugandan Catholics Online—passionate Catholics who became my family. Together, we’ve kept the work of God moving, despite countless challenges, living out Galatians 6:9: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” I’m grateful for their unwavering support and for my family, whose early guidance shaped my faith. My mother’s habit of taking me to church and my father’s love for spiritual songs planted seeds that grew into a life devoted to Christ.

Gratitude and a Call to Young People

As I reflect on my 20s, I’m not perfect. I’ve faced temptations, made mistakes, and annoyed many along the way. To those I’ve wronged, I ask for your forgiveness from the depths of my heart.

Challenges came, but God carried me through each one, reminding me of 1 Corinthians 10:13: “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.”

To my wife, my best friend, thank you for encouraging me daily in prayer. To our children, Augustine and Claire, I pray you grow to love and serve God with all your hearts.

To every young person reading this: serve God at all times, love Him, and seek to know Him more. We are sinners, but He calls us to repent and return to Him, as Luke 15:7 reminds us: “There will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.” To my Lovely Ugandan Catholics Online, let’s continue spreading the Word of God to all nations, never be discouraged.

As I step into my 30s, I thank Jesus and Mother Mary for their intercession. May the power of God manifest in your journey too, just as it has in mine. Keep praying, keep serving, and trust that God’s grace is sufficient for you, as it has been for me.

Once again Pray for me and I’ll always Pray for you too

Alinaitwe Victor, on this blessed day of April 8, 2025.