Friends of Nexus is a non-profit organization dedicated to support rural pastors in Uganda through Nexus Seminary and its programs.
Friends of Nexus is a non-profit organization dedicated to support rural pastors in Uganda through Nexus Seminary and its programs.
The Spring 2026 mission trip took us far and wide across Uganda, teaching, building, and celebrating Nexus Seminary Uganda’s 20th Anniversary. Our journey took us from Boston on a 14-hour flight, an overnight layover in Dubai, and another five-hour flight before arriving in Kampala. Our first trip included two days with Pastor Alex in the Rakai district in southern Uganda. …
During the latest mission trip to Uganda in April/May of 2026, the Rev. B.J. Norrix and Doug Johnston participated in a summit held at Seeta City Church, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Nexus Seminary Uganda. The summit was attended by over sixty past, present, and future students of Nexus Seminary. Introduction Nexus Seminary is an indigenous Ugandan Christian training program …
Nexus Seminary Uganda is constructing a training center and mission residence to provide a base for seminary training near Kaberapoli, in the northern parts of Uganda. Building on land donated to Nexus Seminary by a local pastor, the mission house will provide an important base of operation in an area that is sparsely populated and difficult to travel to. Friends …
B.J. Norrix traveled to Kenya and Uganda in late October for three weeks of mission work with Nexus Seminary Uganda. He and Nexus Seminary President Davis Matovu first traveled to Mombasa, Kenya, for some teaching. B.J. also preached at the Anglican Cathedral in Mombasa and the SeaFarer’s chapel: St. Nicholas Chapel (Mombasa is one of the busiest seaports in the …
Co-workers of Alison Butler generously contributed to support her mission trip with Friends of Nexus Seminary. During her visit to Pastor Israel’s school in Gomba, Alison witnessed the children using rustic desks that were in desperate need of replacement. To address this issue, Engineer Moses designed a new set of desks, which were then built and he delivered to the …
Thanks to the generous contributions from Friends of Nexus, Apostle Edward now has a vital motorcycle that will greatly enhance his ability to serve. As a committed tutor for Nexus Seminary classes, Edward travels throughout the country to meet with his students, and this motorcycle will allow him to do so more efficiently. By saving precious time and resources, he …
From January 20 to February 6, 2025, we embarked on a transformative mission trip with a dedicated team of five, including three inspiring first-time travelers. Together, we focused on teaching, sharing experiences, reconnecting with old friends, and forging new relationships. Our newcomers—Shelly Peters, a compassionate mental health nurse practitioner; Bill Lowther, a seasoned retired contractor and devoted lay leader in …
We accomplished all we set out to do. We taught and preached in Mokono, Seeta City, Kampala, Wampeweo, Kalanaglo, Dokolo, Mbale, Kikyusa, and Rakai — with some extra meetings with an MP from Zambia (whom BJ met on the plane to Addis Ababa), and a few Bishops. Our friend, Bishop Sam, is now actually leading the “Independent Gospel” churches in …
The latest mission trip included one week in Kenya in collaboration with Unmerited Favor Ministries and two weeks in Uganda for teaching, graduations, leadership summits, and more!
At Friends of Nexus Seminary – Uganda, we are dedicated to helping rural pastors in Uganda and Kenya make positive changes in their communities. Since we are a 501C3 nonprofit organization, all of our efforts are focused on using the funds we receive to the best of our abilities. Our goal is to empower these leaders to make a significant …