Emmanuel Katongole and Chris Rice

Emmanuel Katongole
Emmanuel Katongole is a distinguished theologian, author, and priest whose work focuses on reconciliation, social justice, and the intersection of faith and public life, particularly in the African context. Born in Uganda, Katongole is a Catholic priest ordained in the Kampala Archdiocese. He earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy and Theology from the Catholic University of Louvain in Belgium, and his academic journey has been marked by a passion for bridging theological reflection with real-world challenges.

Katongole serves as a professor of theology and peace studies at the University of Notre Dame's Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies. His research addresses issues such as ethnic conflict, ecological sustainability, and the role of the church in fostering hope and transformation in contexts of suffering. Among his influential works are Reconciling All Things (co-authored with Chris Rice) and The Sacrifice of Africa: A Political Theology for Africa.

Known for his profound insight and storytelling, Katongole highlights how Christian communities can embody alternative visions of peace, justice, and human flourishing. His ministry and scholarship are deeply informed by his experiences in Africa, offering a perspective that challenges global Christianity to engage meaningfully with the realities of violence and oppression.

Chris Rice
Chris Rice is a theologian, author, and advocate for reconciliation and justice who has dedicated his career to fostering peace across racial, cultural, and religious divides. Rice is co-director of the Duke Divinity School Center for Reconciliation and brings decades of experience in grassroots and academic settings.

Rice co-authored Reconciling All Things with Emmanuel Katongole, a work that distills their vision for Christian reconciliation. He also penned Grace Matters: A True Story of Race, Friendship, and Faith in the Heart of the South, a memoir reflecting on his transformative journey in interracial ministry in Mississippi.

With a strong emphasis on lived faith and relational healing, Rice inspires communities to embody Christ’s call to unity and justice.