WHOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT (CHE) TRAINING We spent time with over 25 young men and women to get them exposed to the basics for how the Church can be involved in helping people get developed physically, emotionally, spiritually and economically. Through the lessons participants got to realized that God’s intention and provision is all geared at the […]
A Season of Transformation: Youth Finding Purpose Through Kalu’s Story and Ministry In Ethiopia, the rainy season carries with it a unique blessing. As schools and universities close for the holidays, churches become vibrant gathering places for young people. This season provides a golden opportunity for churches to invest in their youth, equipping them to […]
The Lifeline- A God Who Sees and Knows Each and Every One When I was at the very lowest moment of my life following a deeply painful situation in my family, I found myself on the floor of my prayer closet assessing whether or not life was worth living any longer. Yes, it was that […]
TRAINING OF CHURCH LEADERS IS ESSENTIAL When leaders are empowered, it offers them the opportunity to do more and to positively impact their area of influence. It is always a joy to see those who are directly at the grass root being equipped to do more. Listening to leaders share stories of what the Lord […]
PADS AND PLAY: SUPPORTING CHILDREN WITH DIGNITY AND JOY It’s such a delight to report on the much-appreciated Dignity Pads Initiative at Kiangatia Primary School in Murang’a County. Together with a visiting team from OVCN, U4A leaders, led by Dr. Okongo had the opportunity of empowering young girls through menstrual health support. Fathers in the […]
Empowering Disciple-Makers in the Horn of Africa I am thrilled to share a significant update from the frontlines of our ministry in the Horn of Africa. From July 18th to 20th, I had the privilege of facilitating a strategic training and coaching retreat in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, a location chosen for its proximity to some […]
Empowering the Next Generation: A Testimony from Kalu’s Journey to Kenya One of the greatest joys in ministry is witnessing the fruit of long-term discipleship and mentorship. Our brother Kalu, a young Ethiopian leader and one of Dr. Okongo’s mentees for the past 10 years, is a living testimony of this impact. As part of his […]
The Power of Story It was the Fourth of July some years ago. My wife Jeannie and I took our four-year-old son Jordan shopping at Walmart. While she browsed the aisles, I took Jordan for a treat at the snack bar. The lady behind the counter appeared to be around seventy. I ordered a soft pretzel […]
The Gospel and Education: A 2-pronged Ministry Approach We are excited to share with you a powerful story of transformation and hope. As part of our ongoing vision to reach the unreached and serve the underserved, we bring you this report from Oloshaiki community in Maasai land. Located far from established churches and schools, this […]
SEED OF HOPE BROADCAST When the radio station on which the Seed of Hope Broadcast is always aired got burnt. We have been off air until now. Many of the listeners called Samson personally, others called people they knew could have information to know why they are unable to listen to the program. Someone told […]
“‘And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. Then He opened His mouth and taught them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:1-3) MENTORING ON THE FIELD Jesus Christ our best model of a […]
Equipping Leaders Through Servant Leadership and Disciple-Making Movements At Unite 4 Africa, we are committed to equipping local church leaders with transformational leadership skills rooted in Servant Leadership and Jesus’s model of Disciple-Making. Through tailored training sessions, seminars, and workshops, we aim to provide culturally relevant and biblically grounded approaches to Leadership Development, Discipleship, and […]
Fellow Brothers and Sisters, What does God mean when He suggests in Philippians 4:7 “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus?” I’m sure we could all have a great conversation about what that looks like and the times we have experienced peace. We could […]
NEW HOUSE FOR SANINGO FAMILY – OITI VILLAGE When Saningo joined a local church in Oiti village, he did not anticipate the blessings that would come to him and his family. This family had been living in a makeshift shelter made of cow dung, because that is what they could afford. Through the initiative and […]
Priorities I was on my way to somewhere. I forget where. The airport was choked with hurried humanity, also on their way to somewhere. And, like me, most of them were apparently away from their families. I sometimes find myself watching people in airports, wondering what their stories are. How many of them have children […]
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