We are members of the fellowship of the United Bible Societies (UBS). The UBS is a global
fellowship that serves the churches in over 130 countries. Our Scriptures are in
the following categories
| Bibles |
New Reader Portions |
| New Testaments |
Selections |
| Portions |
New Reader Selections |
Portions, New Reader Portions, Selections and New Reader Selections are published to address and meet a specific need. The New reader
Portions are specially produced for young readers; and Selections are produced for evengelisation.
Bible Society of Uganda is involved in translating the holy scriptures into various local languages of Uganda. Currently the bible has been translated into 9 languages, and the new Testament into 14 languages. Soon the full bible will be available in the Ngakarimojong and Lusoga
while in the new Testament Dhopadhola, Lumasaaba, Lusamia-Lugwe and Kumam are being worked on
The translation projects are jointly done in consultation and cooperation with churches. For every translation project, there are translators, review committees and translation Consultants to ensure faithfulness to the original text and clarity in the receptor language. Translation and reviewing processes take a long time and cost a large sums of money.
We endeavour to publish scriptures in appropriate print and electronic formats that are relevant to the needs of the people. Since the Bible is meant to be used over and over again, we strive to maintain high quality products.
In an attempt to reach the widest audiences, we distribute the scriptures through the following channels:
Bible society Bookshops
Distribution Vans
Volunteers
Church Book Stalls and Procures
Bookshops and Stationary shops
In addition some mission agencies help us in the distribution programme. A commission and/or discount is given to distributors who are not full time employees of the Bible Society.
We depend on gifts and donations from members and friends of the bible society who desire to further the cause to fund our activities. Some of the ways in which funds are raised include:-
Donations: We receive and designated donations from people of all walks of life including school
children, individuals and companies. These donations can be regular or one time donations.
UBS: Ever since Bible Society of Uganda started work, a very large fraction of the funds have been coming from the global fellowship. Due to the new doors opening in Europe plus other factors, this contribution is on a steep decline. Time has come for us to shoulder the burden of raising funds locally to meet the scripture and operation needs.
Church Contributions: Every year during the Bible Week, churches are requested to give free offerings to the work of the Bible Society. Collections on the Bible Sabbath/Sunday are supposed to be sent to Bible House for the Bible ministry.
Membership: We encourage you to enroll as a member or renew your membership as shown below.
| Full Member (couple) |
20,000/= p.a |
| Full Member (single) |
15,000/= p.a. |
| Associate Member |
5,000/= p.a. |
| Student Member |
1,000/= p.a. |
| Group/ Congregation |
30,000/= p.a. |
| Company Membership |
200,000/= p.a. |
- Fund Raising Projects: In addition to the above we raise funds through activities like Bible-A-Month club, Bridge the Gap and others. Details are available upon request. Other projects include sale of Bible Society Souvenirs, bequeaths and endowments. You are encouraged join us in this rewarding enterprise.
For further details contact the General Secretary.
In order to bring services to the people we have started forming branches in areas where there are at least 20 members.
Already, branches exist in the following area:- Mityana, Namutamba, Fort Portal and Mpumu.
| DUTIES OF A BIBLE SOCIETY MEMBER |
A member of the Bible Society is expected
to;
- Give - free donations and offerings regularly as led by the Holy Spirit to support the work of the ministry.
- Pray Earnestly - the work of the Bible society needs a lot of earnest prayer.
- Offer - your time and talent to strengthen the work of translation, distribution and fundraising.
- Introduce -New members, donors and friends to the Bible Society. You may obtain nomination cards from the Bible Society.
Uganda Bible Society
Bible House
P.O.Box 3621 Kampala
Uganda.
Tel:+ 256-41-251165
+256-77-699953
E-mail:info@biblesociety-uganda.org
Website:www.biblesociety-uganda.org
Catalogue Prices for 2001/2002
Scripture | Catalogue Price |
BIBLES | (Ug.shs.) |
Acholi | 8,500 |
Alur | 8,500 |
Acholi | 11,000 |
Ateso | 11,000 |
English CEV053 | 11,000 |
GNB041P | 8,000 |
GNB053 | 12,000 |
GNBDC053 | 10,000 |
GNB032 (with flap) | 25,000 |
GNB063 stdy | 27,500 |
JBDC063 | 27,500 |
KJV52(Word of God) | 12,000 |
NIV53 | 7,500 |
NIV53 with notes | 12,500 |
RS53P | 9,500 |
Lango | 11,000 |
Lugbara | 11,000 |
Luganda N052 | 12,000 |
Luganda N083 (pulpit) | 33,000 |
Runyankore/Rukiga (old) | 11,000 |
Runyankore/Rukiga (DC) | 8,500 |
Runyoro/Rotooro | 11,000 |
Swahili CLDC053P | |
Swahili CL053P | |
Swahili 052 (union) | 8,000 |
New Testament | |
Alur | 2,000 |
Dhopadhola | 3,500 |
Karimojong | 2,500 |
Kupsapiny | 2,000 |
Luganda | 3,500 |
Lugbara | 2,000 |
Lusoga | 2,500 |
Madi | 2,500 |
Runyankole/Rukiga | 2,500 |
Ruyoro/Rutooro | 2,500 |
Swahili/English |
3,000 |
Technical Scriptures | |
Scripture | |
PORTIONS | |
Abraham Comic | 500 |
David I Comic | 500 |
David II Comic | 500 |
Elijah Comic | 500 |
Jesus I | 500 |
Joseph Comic | 500 |
Be the Best/td> | 500 |
Keep Your Balance | |
Moses I | 500 |
Moses II | 500 |
Luganda Cassette | 1,000 |
Luganda Families | |
Luganda Ruth & Esther | |
Lugbara Cassette | 800 |
Lukhonzo Families | 100 |
Lusoga Mark | |
R/Rukiga Cassette | 1,000 |
Swahili Luke & Acts | 500 |
NEW READER PORTIONS | |
English Jonah | 500 |
English Jonah | 500 |
English NRP (BOOK 1-6) | 500 |
Little Children's Bible | 3,500 |
What the Bible tells | 3,500 |
Karimojong NRP (Book 1 - 5) | 500 |
Luganda (Book 1-6) | 500 |
Lukonzo (Book 3-6) | 500 |
Dhapadhola (Book 1-3) | 500 |
Kupsapiny (Book 4-6) | 500 |
Lusoga NRP(Book 1-6) | 500 |
Runyoro/ Rutooro NRP (Bk 1-5) | 500 |
OTHER LITERATURE | |
Children's Bible | 20,000 |
Lion's Handbook | 25,000 |
