The Archbishop of Kampala Diocese, Paul Ssemogerere has called on Christians to work hard and break free from poverty if they are to see heaven in the afterlife.

Ssemogerere, was addressing mass at the priestly golden jubilee and episcopal silver jubilee celebrations for the retired ambassador of Vatican (Apostolic Nuncio) Archbishop Augustine Kasujja.

The celebrations which attracted thousands of faithfuls were held on Sunday in Mitala Maria, Mpigi district.

The prelate urged christians to use their God-given talents and the gift of life to uplift themselves from poverty, reminding them that God has no place in heaven for the poor.

“God will not entertain the poor in heaven. You will not go there. I will also stand at the entrance to stop you from going there. We have misunderstood the gospel. Being poor should not be misinterpreted to be without money,” Ssemogerere said.

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