Proposed artistic design of 15 meter-high Divine Mercy Jesus statue to be placed on the top of our Adoration Chapel
The proposed design of the statue is inspired by the apparition of Jesus to St. Faustina Kowalska, the Apostle of Divine Mercy
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Standing 15 meters tall, the statue will rise on the roof of the Adoration Chapel, bringing the message of mercy and hope to all who see it. Oriented towards the new Entebbe Expressway at the Kampala/Wakiso boundary, the statue will be visible to all entering Kampala City from the Kajjansi direction—serving as both a landmark and a spiritual signpost.
sides view from the chapel
This is the view of the Propose
Central Alignment (Red Line):
The design shows a strong axial line (highlighted in red) running from the Divine Mercy statue up to the shrine tabernacle. This symbolizes the rays of Divine Mercy flowing directly from the Heart of Jesus to the Eucharist in the tabernacle. It visually and spiritually connects the statue with the altar, emphasizing Christ’s presence and mercy through the Blessed Sacrament.Divine Mercy Statue:
The statue of Jesus stands prominently on an elevated platform in front of the martyrs relics chapel space. From the heart of Jesus, the rays (flames of Divine Mercy) extend straight toward the chapel, symbolizing His mercy reaching the faithful through the Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration in the chapel .Relics chapel Area:
In the back side of the statue is a large, open-air space which is designed for gatherings, liturgical celebrations, and prayer services. Its semicircular seating allows the faithful to focus on the statue while also being connected with the chapel in the background.Munyonyo Martyrs shrine minor basilica Structure:
The shrine itself, dome-shaped with a large cross rising above it, serves as the sacred destination point of the Divine Mercy rays. The alignment makes it clear that Christ, represented in the statue, is pointing and sending His rays of mercy directly into the heart of the shrine – tabernacle.Symbolism:
The entire design expresses that the mercy of Christ flows without interruption: from His Sacred Heart → through the rays of Divine Mercy → directly into the tabernacle, where His real presence in the Eucharist dwells. This makes the whole place a visible catechesis of Divine Mercy devotion.
The Divine Mercy Adoration Chapel at Munyonyo, officially inaugurated on December 8, 2024, has quickly become a place of deep prayer and devotion. With Holy Mass celebrated every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. and daily silent Masses at 6:15 a.m., as well as 24-hour Perpetual Adoration since December 15, 2024, the chapel is now a spiritual home for countless faithful. Yet, the most striking feature of this project is still in progress: the installation of a monumental 15-meter-high Divine Mercy Jesus statue that will crown the chapel.
The Artistic Vision
The proposed design of the statue is inspired by the apparition of Jesus to St. Faustina Kowalska, the Apostle of Divine Mercy. Standing 15 meters tall, the statue will rise on the roof of the Adoration Chapel, bringing the message of mercy and hope to all who see it. Oriented towards the new Entebbe Expressway at the Kampala/Wakiso boundary, the statue will be visible to all entering Kampala City from the Kajjansi direction—serving as both a landmark and a spiritual signpost.
This design continues the project’s larger vision, which was blessed and initiated by Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga, Papal Nuncio Archbishop Michael Blume, and Cardinal Emmanuel Wamala on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 23, 2017. From the very beginning, the project was envisioned as a sacred place where Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament would be adored 24/7, drawing pilgrims, worshippers, and visitors alike.
The Fabrication Process
Currently, the statue is being fabricated and assembled in Rzeszów, Poland, by a dedicated team of artists led by Marcin and Ula. The work is a painstaking process: the statue is divided into six sections, each individually constructed. Artists are building the figure floor by floor in their workshop, disassembling and reassembling it as they go. So far, about 15% of the work has been completed.
Before choosing the Polish team, the Parish carefully considered options from India and China. Poland was chosen because of the significant discounts and generous volunteer contributions offered by the artists, who are charging only for materials and minimal labor. At one point, the possibility of using 3D printing for the statue was explored, but the costs proved prohibitive. Manual sculpting was therefore selected as the most viable and faithful method of construction.
Despite the challenges, Parish Priest Fr. Male emphasizes that progress continues steadily. “Construction work is slow, but we hope that by the time we finish, it will be truly a landmark, and more importantly, a place which will itself speak about the Mercy of God,” he said.
The Divine Mercy Adoration Chapel has been under construction since 2021, and the installation of the statue is its crowning achievement. This final step will transform the chapel into a complete place of pilgrimage, adoration, and evangelization.
The faithful are invited to support the project financially and spiritually so that this vision may soon be realized. Contributions can be made through the Parish Bank Account at Centenary Bank, Mapeera Branch:
Account Name: Munyonyo Martyrs Shrine
Account Number: 3100022712
Or through mobile money services:
MTN Momo Pay: 165*3#, Merchant Code: 923820
Airtel Money: 185*9#, Merchant ID: 4362742
As we look forward to the day when the towering image of the Merciful Jesus will shine over Kampala, let us join together in prayer and generosity. May this statue not only be a landmark but also a perpetual reminder of God’s infinite mercy.
JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU.
