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“How wonderful and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!” Psalm 133:1 · NLT
Welcome! This page has everything for Christmas 2026: what's happening each day, your role, the menu, and all the planning documents. Most families stay 24–27 December, and anyone is welcome to stay on to the 30th.
👨👩👧 Coming as family
Read the Family Itinerary, fill in the attendance & travel form by 15 Nov, check the programme, and bring items to donate for the outreach.
🛠️ On the planning team
Find your role, then check the Action Tracker in the Master Workbook. Meetings are on Sundays at 8 pm EAT on Zoom: the same link every week. See the meeting pack.
📍 Venue
O'Palace, Kamod, Kasilo, Serere, Uganda
Block 9 Plot 226, Mairo Mukaga
Travel in daylight. Arrive by dusk on the 24th.
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🔎 Find my role
“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Peter 4:10 · NLT
Everyone leads or owns something. Type your name, or a department such as "kitchen" or "outreach".
See all departments, leads & backups
| Department | Lead | Backup | Owns / delivers | Deadline |
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Programme
“For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 · NLT
Every activity has a time and a named lead. Timekeepers ring the bell 10 minutes before each item. Printable version: Itinerary & Programme (PDF) · 2-page Family Itinerary.
Key dates
“Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” Proverbs 16:3 · NLT
Outreach to our community
“I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.” Luke 2:10 · NLT
Fri 25 Dec, 7:00–10:00: Christmas Day service with the local church. Please bring clothes, books and school supplies to donate.
Sat 26 Dec, 18:30–21:00: E-FILIMU Night at church, free for the whole community.
Contributions Provisional
“You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.”” 2 Corinthians 9:7 · NLT
The budget and contribution arrangements are provisional and subject to approval by the Council of Elders. The proposed timeline is: pledge by 8 Nov, half by 22 Nov, all by 6 Dec. Confirmed arrangements will be shared by the treasurer, Philip Leni. See the draft budget →
Documents
“Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.” Proverbs 15:22 · NLT
Open the PDF to read or print. Where a live Google version exists, use it for edits so everyone always sees the latest. The Master Workbook (Google Sheets) is the single place for actions, attendance and money.
Frequently asked questions
“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.” James 1:5 · NLT
When and where is Christmas 2026?
24–30 December 2026 at O'Palace, Kamod, Serere (Block 9 Plot 226, Mairo Mukaga · map). The main family programme runs 24–27 December. See the programme →
Do I need to attend all seven days?
No. Most of the main activities take place from 24–27 December. Please give your actual arrival and departure dates on the attendance form.
How do I confirm my attendance?
Complete the Attendance & Travel Form on this website, one per family or party. Please respond by 15 November 2026.
What if my travel arrangements change?
Contact the guest and transport coordination team (lead: Peter Mungufeni, backup: Samuel Omoding) so your arrival, departure and accommodation can be updated. You can also send the form again with "UPDATE" in the party name.
Will accommodation be provided?
Room allocations will be coordinated after attendance is confirmed. Please note any special accommodation needs (e.g. ground floor, baby cot) on the form. More detail: Guests, Rooms & Logistics.
Are there any financial contributions?
The budget and contribution arrangements are provisional and subject to approval by the Council of Elders. Confirmed arrangements will be communicated by the planning team. Draft budget.
What should I bring?
Church clothes for Christmas Day (Smart & Christmassy), sportswear in your team colour (26th), comfortable and closed shoes, personal medication, toiletries and any special personal items. See the packing list.
Can I take part in the programme?
Yes! There will be Family Talks, Topulo Got Talent, games, worship and more. Tell the organisers what you'd like to contribute: there is a space for this on the attendance form, or find your role.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Please list allergies, dietary restrictions or other food needs on the attendance form. The chefs will prepare labelled alternatives. See the menu.
Who should I contact if I have questions?
Contact Timothy or Jonathan, the Christmas 2026 coordinators, through the family WhatsApp group.
Do I need to help with chores?
2–3 chefs do the cooking and cleaning aides look after rooms and the compound. Young people take turns on dishes and serving in four teams. Elders are exempt.
When is Topulo Got Talent?
Christmas night (25th). Prepare a song, dance, poem, skit or anything fun, alone or as a family, and tell us about it on the form.
Packing list
- Water bottle, sunscreen & hat
- Mosquito repellent; malaria prophylaxis if your doctor advises
- Personal medication & toiletries
- Church clothes for the 25th & team-colour sportswear for the 26th
- Comfortable & closed shoes, torch
- Bible / notebook & pen
- A gift for the gift exchange
- Items to donate for the outreach
- Chargers & power bank