Meet the Team
Mugoya Joel
Pastor Joel Mugoya is married to his wife Lydia, and they have four children. He serves as the Head Pastor at The Bridge Calvary Chapel, Jinja, and as a teacher at Called Christians, where he teaches Doctrine and the Principles of Teaching. He enjoys nature, often drawing spiritual reflection from God’s creation.
Timothy Sarilah
Timothy Sarilah is a born-again Christian from Jinja City. He teaches Communication and Practical Theology at Called Christians, equipping students to understand and share God’s Word accurately. Timothy is also a farmer, businessman, social worker, and community leader, dedicated to serving God and his community.
Joseph Mukarani
Joseph Mukarani is married to Loyce Mukarani, and they are blessed with three children. He serves as Assistant Pastor and Worship Leader at The Bridge Calvary Chapel and hopes to plant a church in Bugemebe named Hillside. At Called Christians, he teaches Apologetics and Music, equipping students to worship biblically and defend their faith with confidence.
Loyce Mukarani
Loyce Mukarani serves with Called Christians as a women’s prison counselor, offering biblical counseling and teaching Bible Survey and School of Ministry classes. She also teaches in village ministries and serves on the worship team at The Bridge Calvary Chapel. Her heart is to bring healing and hope through God’s Word.
Opiyo Joel Riylas
Opiyo Joel Riylas is a devoted Acoli Christian and a graduate of the School of Ministry. He teaches Evangelism, Missions, and Spiritual Disciplines at Called Christians. Joel is passionate about helping believers grow spiritually and boldly share the Gospel in their communities.
Ismail Mwesigwa
Ismail Mwesigwa is a former School of Ministry student and a committed Bible student. At Called Christians, he teaches Inductive Bible Study and Bible Survey, helping students understand Scripture with clarity. He also volunteers in prison ministry, serving marginalized communities with compassion.