Kenya Update – March 2025

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FROM MUD TO METAL: HOUSING IMPROVEMENT IN OLTIASIKA VILLAGE

As we walk and minister among our people, we often encounter very difficult and disturbing situations of those vulnerable in our community living in deplorable housing conditions. Often, we will minister to them with love and prayers. However, in the last one month, through some of our partners, we were able to visit again five deserving families and constructed shelters for them! Now they can sleep safely and have a better place they can call home. Alongside this, we got the opportunity to pray and share the Gospel with them as we trust they will give their lives to Christ.

Fig.1,2,3,4,5 Lydia together with some of those who benefited from the new shelters project and one complete iron sheets house.

Written by Lydia Rianto

DIGNITY PADS AND SANCTITY OF LIFE EDUCATION IN RURAL KENYA

Our U4A team visited Ikotamwithe and Kilamba Comprehensive Schools in Kitui, Kenya and had the joy of distributing dignity pads to the schoolgirls and conducting a session on the sanctity of life. The aim was to address menstrual hygiene challenges that often hinder girls’ education and to instill values of dignity, self-worth, and the value of life. It was an opportunity to inspire the students to think about their place in the world as life givers and not life takers.

The students expressed gratitude for the dignity pads, noting that when they lack access to sanitary products, it leads to absenteeism from school during their menses.

We believe that the discussions on the sanctity of life inspired important conversations about self-respect and choices. The teachers too appreciated the outreach and expressed the need for regular mentorship sessions for the students. Mrs. Mule, the Headteacher at Ikotamwithe Primary School, thanked us for selecting their school and mentioned how valuable the dignity pads were for the girls. She shared how the gesture not only met an immediate need but also elevated and gave the girls a sense of dignity.

We deeply appreciate the support of U4A partners and look forward to more engagements to uplift and empower students in rural Kenya.

Written by Josephine Maina

ORDINATION OF PASTORS

With great joy and gratitude to God, we report on a recent ordination of 31 pastors in Morogoro, Tanzania. Dr. Okongo, U4A’s president, graced the occasion and participated towards the success of the day.

These pastors had been equipped with biblical training, pastoral mentorship, and practical skills to effectively minister in their respective fields. This ordination ceremony was both a milestone and a step toward greater Kingdom impact.

These pastors are now ready to fulfill the call of God over their lives. We trust that there will be multiplication of disciples as each models Christ and makes the choice to follow and obey Him. We appreciate your continuous support and partnership as we know Christ and make Him known.

Fig 1 and 2: Dr. Okongo and Bishop Momeo during the ordination service.

Fig 3 Dr. Okongo with Pastor Titus during the service. Fig 4. The ordained pastors in a procession.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya

NEW CHURCH PLANTED – EMURKEA, NAIRRABALA COMMUNITY

As the year starts, we are excited with what God is doing among the Maasai people of Kenya. Earlier in the year, we started engaging the men of peace in Nairrabala community to build relationships and create opportunity for evangelism. After several visits and meetings with the community leaders, God made a way for us to do evangelistic outreaches and by the grace of God, one family felt in their hearts to give land for a church building.

We have now planted Emurkea church where about forty believers with their children are gathering under a tree as we trust God for a building to shelter them from the weather elements. We celebrate God’s goodness as we witness transformation of lives in our community.

Fig.1,2,3,4 Rev. Moses Rianto and the congregation at Emurkea church plant

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

Prayer requests

  1. Pray for the new congregation that it will thrive and impact the community around it with the love of God.
  2. We desire to see more communities reached for Christ. Pray with us for His leading and empowerment to do so for new communities’ outreach
  3. Please join us in giving thanks to God for the lives being transformed continually in our nation through U4A.

Kenya Updates – February 2025

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NEW YEAR WITH NEW BEGINNINGS AT OLOLEPO COMMUNITY

We are excited to announce that in January 2025, a new school building was successfully completed. What a wonderful way to start the year with a new facility that will be used to shape the future of our children and the community at large for generations to come!

This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without U4A’s generous donors, partners, churches, and individuals who have faithfully supported this mission. Your prayers, generosity, and partnership have laid the foundation for something truly transformative. Already, 55 children have enrolled at the elementary level and what a relief that they will not have to walk such a long distance to go to what was previously the nearest school!

As we press on in 2025, the vision grows bigger! We look forward to more growth, more impact, and more lives changed for God’s glory! Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we are building a brighter future!

Top left: The construction work going on. Top right: The completed classrooms.

Bottom right and left: The new pupils and their parents on the day of admission.

Written by Pastor Titus

NEW CLASSES AT ENGABOLI PRIMARY SCHOOL – MAILTISA

The education sector in our nation has been undergoing some changes that required more classrooms built in primary schools and this has been a been a big challenge in some communities. Thankfully, I was glad to participate in groundbreaking for the construction of two classrooms. This will go a long way to creating a conducive environment for empowering our children with education.

Many schools in the Maasai community are open to spiritual empowerment and therefore many students get the opportunity to hear the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ. We continue to appreciate our U4A partners for trusting us and walking with us as we empower communities for Christ.

Students helping in ground breaking event for two classrooms at Engaboli primary school

NEW CONVERTS – ZION BAPTIST

The Gospel is the power of God that leads to salvation for those who believe, therefore those who have been called are mandated to deliver the Gospel in simplicity and not tire in telling it over and over again, since Good News is better heard often. In one of the Sunday services in the month of January, we shared the message of salvation. To our amazement, those we thought had been believers in Christ and have been in church for a number of years, were the first to come forward to accept Jesus as Savior and Lord. This brought a moment of joy to see 5 of those who have been singing in the choir unashamedly come to the front and accept Christ before the congregation. This was also a huge lesson for me as a pastor to continually share the Gospel and give the people opportunity to respond.

Rev. Moses praying for those who gave their lives to Christ.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

EDUCATING THE VULNERABLE IN HARDSHIP AREAS.

Orphans are often among the most marginalized people groups all over the world. It pleases God when He sees us thinking and taking care of the very needy among us. Josephine Mwalii and her sister Miriam are total orphans who live in a semi-arid region where economic activities and food production is very low.

Miriam, the younger sister has been on our support program from last year but we didn’t know that her older sister also had a similar challenge of lacking tuition fees. For Josephine, things were tougher because as a final year student in high school, she was required to cease being a day scholar and board in school which would cost more, over and above the tuition fees.

Thankfully, we were able to pay her tuition fees and buy the items that were lacking to facilitate her to become a boarder and she is now able to study comfortably through the help of U4A partners. We appreciate our partners for being generous to those in need and rich in good works, always being ready to share with others (1Timothy 6:18, NLT).

Left: Josephine with Pastor Maina during the visit as she was reporting to School early January. Right: Miriam, Rev. Mumo and Pastor Maina U4A leader met with Miriam during her cross-country running.

Written by Maina Rukenya

Prayer points.

  1. Pray for more grace and favor to abound upon us as we reach out to many more marginalized children in our nation.
  2. Pray that this year, what we are doing in Kenya, will flourish and bear much fruit that will last. Please pray for new communities to be reached as U4A extends horizons to the unreached with holistic transformation.
  3. Pray for construction of more classrooms at Noorertet school through strategic partnerships.

Kenya Update – January 2025

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Owning a first copy of the bible at 82 years

It is commonly said that it’s “better late than never,” and this turned true for Phyllis, an elderly lady from Kitui. Owning a Bible is one of those things some of us would wish happened while we were still young. Phyllis was much elated to receive a copy of the Holy Bible in her vernacular. At the age of 82 years, she had a reason to rejoice that now she doesn’t have to wait to hear the Word of God only at her local church. She can now hear the word every day at the comfort of her home.

Asked if she will be reading the Bible for herself, she replied with a calm smile, “No, I have never been to school but I will have my grandchildren read the Bible for me.” Though this looks like an obstacle, it is a blessing in disguise in that at least two people will be hearing the Word at the same time: the grandchild and Phyllis. I believe that this scripture is true in many ways – “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” (Romans 8:27)

Phyllis was in the company of others in Mbitini, Kitui County who shared the joy of being gifted with Bibles in their vernacular. This event turned out as a time of celebration and yes, Bible distribution is a noble project, enabling many to own a Bible and for some, their very first copy. We are thankful that U4A partners are delivering God’s Word, to both the hands and hearts of our people.

Phyllis receiving a Bible from Josephine and Pastor Maina.
The recipients celebrating after receiving copies of Bibles.
Pastor Peter appreciating U4A for giving Bibles in their community.

Written by Maina Rukenya

Empowering Girls in the Community with Dignity and Hope: Dignity Pads Outreach in Magadi Lodokilani – Kenya

Long school holidays often present challenges to many Maasai girls that could disrupt their academic pursuits. They include early marriage, increased risk of teenage pregnancy, female genital mutilation (FGM) and the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products. Recognizing this urgent need, we identified a community where such challenges were prevalent, prompting immediate action.

Thanks to our U4A partners, for distributing sanitary pads girls in the community and providing education about menstrual health and hygiene. Oltinka Community Church graciously provided the venue for the event. The initiative was aimed at promoting dignity, boosting confidence, and breaking the cycle of stigma surrounding menstruation.

We are deeply grateful to all who partner with U4A who made this outreach possible. Your generosity and commitment have transformed the lives of many girls. The smiles and gratitude expressed by the beneficiaries speak volumes of the impact the small packs of dignity pads have on them.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya

Raising Leaders For The Church In Africa

“Leaders are made, not born.”
Legendary football coach Vince Lombardi.

One the major challenges of the Church worldwide and especially in Africa is the scarcity of well-trained Church leaders. U4A is a part of this endeavor and we are taking this seriously. Recently, we had some leaders who graduated after two years of a concerted leadership training. Faith Family Chapel, Murang’a opened their Church facility as a venue where the leadership classes took place, facilitated by Pastor Maina and Anne Sogot.

Seven students finished their Certificate level in Transformational Church Leadership. Twenty-three others graduated with a Diploma two years ago and still some are currently pursuing Diploma and Bachelors in the same leadership course.
Jane Kamau, who was among the graduates has been regularly discipling a group of about ten new believers. She testifies of how fearful she used to be in the course of this training but now she shares God’s Word with clarity, precision and without fear.

The colorful occasion was graced by Dr. Abigail Demesi, Ph.D., the Head of the Transformational Church Leadership at the PAC University, Nairobi.

Dr Abigail, Lecturers and the graduates.
Pastor Maina and Josephine, U4A leaders and others following the service.
Group photo for Graduates and Alumni.

Written by Maina Rukenya

Open Air Evangelism – Mailtisa

By God’s grace and the power of the Holy Spirit we held successful evangelists meetings in Mailtisa Village, Kajiado county. Over 300 hundred people were reached with the Gospel and 4 came to the saving knowledge of Christ. After the meetings, we are receiving the news about the testimonies of conversions and healings that are taking place. Our greatest concern now is getting to the other villages around because many desire to hear the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ. The words of the Lord to His disciples resound in my ears – “The harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth laborers into his harvest” (Luke10:2).

There are still more of our people in Maasai-land and beyond who are ready and willing to receive and believe the Word of God. The days ahead are exciting for us as we witness the power of God to change lives and communities.

Moses praying for those who received Christ in their lives
Attendants of the open-air meetings in Mailtisa.
Attendants of the open-air meetings in Mailtisa.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

Prayer Points

  • Thank God with us for the year 2024. Much has been accomplished through U4A and we trust God that in 2025, there will be multiplication of impact.
  • Please pray that more believers will rise up for leadership training and be willing to learn and also raise other godly leaders.
  • Pray with us that those already trained will use what they have learnt to strengthen the body of Christ in their respective placements and callings.

Kenya Update November 2024

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Restored Relationship in Nkare Nanyuki Resulting to Greater Kingdom Impact

In the month of August 2023, I was traveling with Dr. Okongo Samson and had the opportunity to meet with a group of pastors who had theological, denominational and minor doctrinal differences which brought disagreements between them. This was accentuated by different leadership styles and poor conflict management skills. The tensions made it difficult for them to work together in Kingdom advancement in their community.

Having been mentored by Dr. Okongo, I witnessed how he objectively mediated and encouraged unity through shared biblical values and vision. By modeling Christlike humility, he showed us that our shared faith in Jesus is greater than any differences. Individual and group meetings gave pastors opportunity to share their concerns and challenges. Open dialogues served as avenues for pastors to express their frustrations in a respectful and productive environment.

One year later, after a series of successful mentorship sessions, visits and virtual meetings, the pastors have resolved their differences and have established Nkare Nanyuki Interdenominational Pastors Fellowship where they meet regularly with a clear purpose: to support one another, strengthen their churches, and work collectively on church planting and community outreach and church planting initiatives to the glory of God. They have already planted nine new churches as they reach new communities with the gospel and discipleship is ongoing. Thanks to God, the mentorship process was a great success. By fostering unity and collaboration, these pastors have not only mended their relationships but have also synergized their efforts for greater kingdom impact. Rev. Lazarus Nnko, one of these pastors testified, “I stand here today as a witness to the transforming power of mentorship and the grace of God through Dr. Okongo. Through his unwavering dedication, wisdom, and guidance, he has sown seeds of unity among us as leaders. We now work hand-in-hand in the kingdom of God.”

Jesus Christ prayed for oneness among His followers (John 17:21), and desires that this is not just spoken about but lived out in our lives and ministries. Glory to God and much appreciation to God, Dr. Okongo Samson, Rev. Shyla Samson, U4A Board members, friends and all partners.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya U4A Kenya Director

Photos taken during various sessions of unity building in August 2023.

Goats for Orphans on the Increase at Mbitini

A goat is a precious commodity to an orphan in rural Africa, just like a car is to many elsewhere. The stories of the goats for orphans brings sweet reminiscence of my early teenage years because I used to take care of a few rabbits and hens when I was in Primary School. The joy of owning these animals brought tremendous expectation just like someone who has a job and knows that, after a number of days there will be some pay into their account.
Well, it is the same feeling an orphan has when he knows that he owns a goat that will bring him increase in several ways after a period of taking care of it. It cultivates a sense of stewardship and responsibility. In my case, I would sell some of these animals and buy a few items that I needed such as clothes or food items and this would supplement the little my mother was earning as a casual laborer in a coffee factory.

Last month we went back to Mbitini community to visit some of the orphans who received goats in November 2023, to see how they were doing. In one of the homes, we arrived just as Nicodemus Mwangangi, an 8-year-old Grade 2 pupil was coming home from school. He put his school bag down, rushed to a thicket near their house and with a beaming face, brought not just the goat he received from U4A, but also its kid/baby. The goat’s milk is being sold to get some income for the family since his younger brother Emmanuel, (whose life changing story was shared in the September 2024 update), was first to have his goat give birth, which gave them milk for the family’s use. Many of the goats given in late last year have already delivered kids/babies and we are glad that transformation is taking place in these families, thanks to U4A and all our partners.

Written by Maina Rukenya

Nicodemus Mwangangi with his goat and its kid outside their house.

Moses, Agnes and Mutua Kyalo standing beside the goats and their kids within their homestead. There is a remarkable improvement of these orphaned siblings’ well-being within one year.

An Orphan Girl’s Dream to be an Author is Revived

Miriam Mwalii is a 16 years old orphaned girl in Form 2 (10th Grade) in Mbitini Mixed Secondary School. She walks nearly two hours to school but is so upbeat about excelling that to her it is not that big of a deal. We visited her in the school and she poured her thanksgiving for the support she got from U4A. She had been out of school for an entire school term because of lack of tuition fees.

This greatly affected her grades in school. In her own words, she was almost losing hope of ever going back to school when U4A intervened and paid-up tuition fees and arrears and she has now been at school consistently. In the most recent exam, she was awarded the position of the ‘Most Improved Student’ in her class. When asked if there is anything else she would like done for her she replied, “All I want is tuition fees so that I can be at school consistently.” Her dream is to be an author of literature books for high school students. We had a discussion on what it would take on her part to get there and she assured us that she would be focused on her studies as well as trust in God to excel both in school and in life.

An author is in the making just because U4A partners have shown practical love and support to make this and so much more possible.

Written by Josephine Ruguru

Pastor Maina and Josephine, U4A leaders visiting Miriam at School.

Prayer Points

  • Thank God with us for the improved well-being of the orphans through the goats for orphans project and that the multiplication of goats will continue.
  • Let us trust together that support towards the goats for orphan project will increase in this coming year.
  • As more church planting is taking place, please pray that the New Believers’ identity will be grounded in Christ and that the churches and pastors’ oneness will grow for the extension of the Kingdom of God

Kenya Update – October 2024

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Pastors and Leaders Empowerment

Several years ago, Dr. Okongo started discipling Pastor Yohana Ntengese Meeli. Shortly after, U4A empowered him with a motorbike. This initiative is part of U4A’s ongoing mission to support pastors and enhance their mobility to reach out to their communities, spread the gospel and fulfill their pastoral duties more effectively while still making some money by using the motor bike for taxi services. Now Yohana is able to travel more efficiently between church locations, home visits and outreach missions. Ministry expansion is now a reality because he is able to reach the more remote areas that were previously too far. In addition, his transportation costs are reduced, allowing more resources to be allocated to the church activities.

This is what Pastor Yohana testifies: “I am deeply grateful for the gift of this motorbike. It has not only made my pastoral duties more manageable, but it has also allowed me to connect with members of different communities who had been out of reach for a long time. U4A’s support has strengthened my efforts to spread the gospel and serve the people more effectively and even provide for my family.”

Pastor Yohana is passionate about establishing regular Bible study groups in neighboring and far-off villages as well as follow-up with new believers and provide them with consistent pastoral care. Clearly, the motorbike donation has already had a significant impact on Pastor Yohana’s ministry. We trust that he will continue to bear fruit in the months and years to come. We are thankful to all U4A partners and for the continued support and equipping pastors so as to serve more efficiently.

Fig. 1&2; Pastor Yohana Meeli

Joyfully receiving and riding his new motorbike.

Fig 3&4; A group of Pastors dedicating and praying for Pastor Yohana as he receives his new Motorbike.

Report written by Pastor Titus Musenya

A Tree is Shaped while it is Still Tender

The title above is a proverb from the Kikuyu community who live around Mt Kenya in the Central region of the country. It is used to mean that character formation is best shaped in childhood. Diversity of approaches in ministry ensures that people of all ages, backgrounds and social status are all reached. In our “shaping the tree while it is still tender,” the U4A Kenya team had a three day challenge in a local girls school in Murang’a County. The students were challenged with Biblical truths hence shaping their perspective about life.

The results were impressive and the team returned with great joy because of what God did for these youngsters. Over 500 girls responded to the call to follow Jesus as their Savior and Lord.

Our team ministered to these girls with hearts full of love and with the fire of the Spirit. Many cried as they confessed their sins under the conviction of the Holy Spirit while others were prayed for and were set free. The Principal and some of the teaching staff testified that it was indeed a turning point for the School.

Josephine sharing the word.

A plenary session going on.

Singing unto the Lord.

The team having a debrief.

Written by Maina Rukenya

Men Coneference – Purko Maasai

Unite 4 Africa has been intentional in inspiring men to follow Jesus Christ and to fearlessly commit their lives to love and serve God. Our clarion call has been that Maasai men follow Jesus Christ in every aspect of their lives and keep each other accountable to being men after God’s heart in their homes, workplace and the church.
This last month, our focus was the Purko clan of Maasai, reaching out with the love of God. We are excited with what God is doing in the lives of men here. We are confident that these outreaches to men would bring positive impact in the society to the glory of God.

Fig. 1,2 Purko Men’s Conference, and Pastor Dickson praying for the salvation of one of them.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

PRAYER REQUESTS.

  1. Pray for U4A leaders as they continue reaching all those that need to be reached and as they go to communities who are unfriendly to the Gospel. 
  2. Pray that more doors of opportunity for ministry will continue to open in High Schools in the coming days.
  3. Pray for all who have received Jesus Christ as Lord to continue growing stronger in the faith as they are discipled.

Kenya Update – September 2024

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A Head Start for a Family Through Goats for Orphans Project in Kitui County

Last November, Emmanuel Kiema together with his two siblings, all benefited from the goat project. Emmanuel, the youngest among the three children, had his goat give birth first.  He likes and plays with his two goats many times as his older siblings go to school. The birth of the kid has already brought some benefits not only for Emmanuel but the entire family because the milk produced is used to make their tea.  Due to economic challenges, Emmanuel’s family were previously unable to enjoy milk but now they have some milk every day without needing to buy it. The brother’s goat is just about to give birth and clearly, the family is now set for better days since the extra milk will be sold. We are expecting a gradual and total shift for the better for these children whose father died last year and was the family’s sole breadwinner. They live with their widowed mother who struggles to get jobs in the village. 

U4A partners are truly helping orphans and vulnerable children not only to feel appreciated but also to have them provided for. May God richly reward you for your continued support.

Young Emmanuel together with his brother and sister receiving a goat each last November. 

Emmanuel playing with his goat and its kid.

Written by Maina Rukenya.

Dignity Pads for Girls in Mwenzengi Comprehensive School

For teenage girls to confidently manage menstruation with dignity, period poverty must be addressed and practical interventions put in place especially among the urban and rural poor. U4A prioritizes reproductive health knowledge in adolescent girls and dignity pads are a small but impactful tools to practical care.

We had an opportunity to have a talk and gift girls in Mwenzengi Comprehensive School with dignity pads. The feedback from some of the girls paints a picture of relief and freedom from the embarrassment that comes from leaks and stains whenever these hygiene products are not provided for. Of course, this in turn boosts their concentration and confidence while at school. These girls are receiving dignity pads today but, in the future, they may be the ones gifting other girls as they remember what it meant to them, and the gift goes on and on. Thank you U4A partners for your support that we believe will have ripple effects into the days ahead.

Girls in Mwenzengi comprehensive school gladly receiving dignity pads.

Written by Josephine Maina

Bibles in Maasai Language Births Bible study Groups in Maasai Community

Bible reading in their local language improves comprehension and impacts individuals and communities at large. Believers in Christ in Namunyak and Impoori communities respectively received a copy of The Bible in their mother tongue through U4A partners’ generosity. This initiative is part of our ongoing mission to equip New Believers with the Word of God and guiding them in their journey of faith. The purpose of distributing these Bibles is to ensure that each New Believer has access to the Holy Scriptures, allowing them to grow in their relationship with God through personal study, prayer, and application. This gives the Maasai Believers an opportunity to be like the Bereans in Acts 17, not only eager to listen to the teachings of the Word of God but to also search out the Scriptures by themselves.

The recipients were very thankful. Penina Rikinoi and Daniel Yiakon shared their gratitude and excitement on receiving their very first Bible. The distribution of Bibles has already begun strengthening the spiritual foundation of the New Believers. Bible study groups have been formed to support their continued growth and understanding of the scriptures. 

The blessing of receiving Bibles in their own language and the eagerness to read them is clearly visible.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya

Evangelism – Mt. Kilimanjaro Area

In recent years, we are seeing a slow explosion of church planting in many Maasai communities in Kenya, as Unite 4 Africa church planters boldly declare the Word of God. Unite 4 Africa is committed not only to train and but also to empower leaders to bring people to the knowledge of Christ and also make them disciples in obedience to great commission given by Jesus Christ.

Last month we did an evangelistic outreach together with leaders who have been discipled at the Loitokitok, Mt. Kilimanjaro area. Going forward a church planting movement will be picking up in this area. The leaders are ready and willing to reach out to their community with the love of Christ knowing it will take enduring long treks under the hot sun to do so. Your prayers for them will be greatly appreciated!

Rev. Moses Rianto with the Loitokitok leaders after a church planting planning meeting

Written by Rev Moses Rianto

PRAYER POINTS.

  1. Pray that the goats for orphans that have already been given will continue multiplying and being an immense blessing the families.
  2. Pray that many more people will continue to partner with us in the goat for orphans project.
  3. Please pray for the Men’s Ministry and the Men Conferences going on to impact more men for Christ.
  4. Please pray for the church planting movement in Mt. Kilimanjaro area of the Maasai community.

Kenya Update – August 2024

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Engaging the Next Generation with Biblical Truth to the Sanctity of Life

Last year, we had a training on the ‘Journey of a Life-Giver’ where participants agreed that the issue of teenage pregnancy and abortion was increasingly a reality among both primary and secondary school students. The need to sensitize and educate both girls and boys at the primary schools on the sanctity of life and the call for life-giving actions was considered a preventive intervention in a world where they are bombarded with ideologies that seek to normalize violations of human life.

Last month, the U4A team had an opportunity in Muluti Comprehensive School to share on the sacredness of human life, it’s violations and the calling for a biblical response which embraces the heart of God on these issues. The students were very receptive and most of those present took the opportunity given to welcome into their lives the Lord Jesus Christ as the Greatest Life-Giver to be their Saviour and Lord. At the end of the training, we crowned it all by sharing dignity pads with the girls and Oh, the joy they had as they received these packages! We gave boxes of dignity pads to the administration to issue to the girls on request. The deputy Head Teacher expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the U4A partners, adding that the school was blessed to have us equip the students to be life-givers as well as providing the dignity pads. She added, ” No child will come to seek permission to leave school because she is on her period. This is wonderful.”

Figs. 1,2,3 Boys and girls attentively listening to the lesson. Fig. 4. Girls glad to have dignity pads.

Report written by Josephine Maina

Leadership Empowerment in Kanzauwu, Kitui county.

Jesus Christ ministered to multitudes but He deliberately took more time with His disciples than with the multitude. This was strategic as these are the same people He later sent out to minister to the multitudes.

Recently, we had a day of teaching, training and dialogue with church leaders from Kanzauwu, in Kitui county where pastors and leaders from more than five churches gathered. Using the life of King David, leaders appreciated how God builds the character of those He calls to lead as He progressively raises them and increases their influence for to serve His purposes on the earth. Through much patience and perseverance King David arose from the cave of Adullam to rule over the whole of Israel from Zion.

One of the pastors, Rev. John Kacholi, who attended the seminar was greatly inspired and made a passionate plea to have other leadership empowerment sessions in the near future. We sincerely appreciate U4A partnership as we go out to make disciples and teaching them to obey all that God has commanded us (Matthew 28:19-20).

Fig 1: Pastor Maina teaching the leaders. Fig 2: Leaders following the teachings.

Written by Maina Rukenya

From Under a Tree to Under a Roof: Oloika Community Church Dedication

For many years, Oloika congregation in Maasai community has gathered under a tree for worship and fellowship, demonstrating their faith and community spirit despite the challenges of the hot sun and cold and rainy seasons. We are overjoyed to report that, through the generous contributions of our U4A donors and partners, we have constructed a new church building that will now serve this community.

The desire and vision to have a comfortable place for the congregation grew stronger as the numbers increased and the need to have proper structure became more pressing.

We are grateful to God and U4A partners whose generosity have transformed our vision into reality and provided us with a beautiful space to gather and worship away from the varying weather conditions. Your support has not only built a church but has also strengthened our faith in God and the unity of Believers. This new building stands as a testament to your kindness and commitment to God and His work. Thank you for being a part of this journey and for helping us create a lasting legacy of faith and fellowship.

Figs. 1& 2 Oloika Church service under a tree on a rainy day with members listening keenly as Pastor Titus shared from God’s word.

Figs. 3,4 & 5: Doctor Okongo, U4A Kenya Team and the mission team from USA at the Oloika community church dedication.

Report by Pastor Titus Musenya

Maasai Men Embracing a Biblical World View

Here in the Maasai communities, we are living at a critical and defining moment as far as the Christian faith is concerned. When the Church arrived here many years ago, the missionaries faced enormous challenges trying to convince the Maasai men to trade their deeply rooted cultural values for Christin ones. After some time, women and children flocked churches, and the church neglected men. This led to men to consider that church is to be for women and children only.

However, there has been a shift in the recent years as Unite 4 Africa, facilitated by Dr. Okongo Samson, has launched a big campaign dabbed “Mbelegenya” (Maasai word for change). It’s core focus is to intentionally reach out to Maasai men, in matters of true faith in God as opposed to the negative cultural practices. While at it, we do not fail to commend and encourage them to uphold the many good cultural practices that are deeply rooted in the Maa culture such as a deep sense of concern for the family’s wellbeing and the communal spirit of sharing.

We have been visiting them in their local Christian communities to discuss the way forward and letting them participate fully in the search for solutions through discipleship and men only conferences. Thanks to God, so far, we have started seeing some transformation. The older men who have many wives are accepting Christ and becoming the ambassadors of change to their children. Though they are polygamous, they have agreed to encourage their sons and daughters to be monogamous. Just as it is said that change is inevitable, time has come for the Maasai men to embrace change by applying Biblical principles.

Figs. 1&2 Dr. Okongo and Rev. Moses leading a Maasai dance and facilitating a men’s seminar.

Fig 3. Maasai men in thousands accepting Christ and embracing the Christian faith.

Report written by Rev. Moses Rianto

PRAYER REQUESTS

  • Pray that more doors will be open to minister to church leaders with greater impact.
  • Pray that the church leaders will practice the teachings given and empower the church through Spirit-led Disciple Making.
  • Please pray for the new wave of revival of men coming to Christ in Maasai land so that there is lasting change.
  • Please pray for the new communities that are being reached for Christ to be receptive to the Gospel.

Kenya Update – July 2024

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Zero School Absentees For Girls

Written by Maina Rukenya.

Some things may understandably look small and even insignificant to some, but to others it makes a whole world of difference. U4A has for a long time been providing sanitary pads to girls in different schools to ensure that the girl child is not absent from school during her monthly periods. Even though sanitary pads are truly good for hygiene and cleanliness, they also have social and psychological benefits as well and so in U4A, we prefer calling them Dignity Pads.

We recently took the opportunity to speak, share God’s love and provide some Dignity Pads to girls in both Ilpartimaro and Oloika Primary and Junior secondary schools in Kajiado County, Kenya. The team was led by Dr. Okongo and Rod, U4A Board Chairman who had come together with a team from Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene (OVCN), led by Pastor Dave.  Ms. Stella, the teacher in charge of the girls welfare In Ilpartimaro Junior and Primary school, gratefully testified of how, in just a few years, the U4A initiative of providing dDgnity Pads has resulted in zero school absenteeism of the girls that used to be prevalent due to lack of pads. The girls’ self-worth and confidence has been boosted through this very practical way.

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Figure 1,2,3 and 4: Girls receiving Dignity Pads.

Water In Esiteti Village

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

Two years ago, the Unite 4 Africa Kenya team did evangelism at Esiteti and Maparasha villages and some members of the community accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior. One family graciously gave land to open a church so that there can be a place for fellowship and discipleship. Now this community is celebrating the provision of water because a borehole has been drilled, meeting a felt need in this community.

 Their thirst for the Water of life, Jesus Christ, paved the way for this to happen. We give our heartfelt thanks to U4A for partnering with communities for holistic transformation. Women were especially happy and thankful because they can now channel the time and energy they spent walking many kilometers in search of water to other worthy causes.

Fig 1, 2 Unite 4 Africa leaders and community leaders witness the testing of the borehole’s water for quality and quantity.

Bible For New Believers – Oloika Baptist, Purko

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

God’s word continues to reach many parts of Maasai land, as many teams are going to the field for evangelism. In the month of May 2024, a group of our pastors and church planters did extensive evangelism, reaching many villages. Those who accepted Christ were encouraged to join one of the churches planted near them. To facilitate their spiritual growth, U4A leaders empowered them with a Bible written in their own mother tongue.  One of the elders who was gifted a Bible had this to say, “I thank God am holding a Bible in my hands. I have always admired those carrying the book, even when I was not a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. Now I have the most precious gift which is God’s word. I have previously relied on idols for protection, but now I will rely on God’s Word.

Figures 4, 5 Believers displaying their newly acquired bibles. And the elder receiving his bible

Prayer Requests

  • Please pray for Esiteti village as we trust God for a school in the community. Many children do not go to school due to distance and possible attack by wild animals.
  • Please pray that the new believers may thirst after God and His Word so that they can grow in their walk with Him.
  • Pray that God will continue helping girls in Kajiado county to experience true acceptance, care and love in their families and the community.

Kenya Update – May 2024

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BAPTISM FOR NEW BELIEVERS – OLOSHAIKI

This month we witnessed the baptism of 16 new believers in Christ. They came from Oloshaiki community to Zion Church because of shortage of water in their community. Elijah was one of those who were baptized. This is what he testified about it: “After being taught on water baptism in our church, I expressed to our Pastor my desire to be baptized. On the material day, I felt so excited and was among the first to arrive at Zion Church. After baptism, I felt the manifest presence of the Holy Spirit and my heart was overwhelmed and I just found myself crying the tears of joy as I reflected on the washing away of my sins. I feel relieved from the baggage of sin and as a new believer, I’m full of strength to proclaim the goodness of God.” Please pray for these new believers that the Lord may continue to water them with the Holy spirit and His Word into maturity in Christ.

Fig. 1,2,3 Rev. Moses Rianto baptizing the new believers in Christ.
Fig.4 Elijah being baptized.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING – MAILITISA

In the spirit of strengthening and empowering Church leadership, Unite 4 Africa continues to have leadership training in individual communities. In the recent training at Mailitisa, pastors and church leaders learned more about their roles and responsibilities in the church and the community. The leadership lessons were drawn from the book of Romans and centered around God’s sovereignty and the leader’s responsibility. They left transformed, motivated and inspired to continue serving the church and the community. Much appreciation goes to our U4A partners for choosing to get involved in impacting individuals and communities. Thank you.

Fig. 4 & 5: The leadership training going on at Esukuta Baptist church– Mailitisa

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

MEN’S OUTREACH IN EWANGAN, NAMANGA

The Maasai community had in the past held to the myth that the church and the gospel is for women, children and the poor. But this wrong belief is being busted. In the month of May, Unite 4 Africa Kenya leaders organized a four-day men’s outreach at Namanga where more than six hundred men were in attendance.

Greater still, three hundred and nineteen surrendered their lives to Christ and have joined local fellowships in the community. Peter Sempeta, an elder and also a senior government official in the community attended all the sessions and expressed his gratitude, citing the need to have such men gatherings once or twice a year. As the Outreach Director, I couldn’t agree more. There are many more men and communities that are yet to be reached with the Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ. All the praise and glory goes to God for such an impactful meeting. Much thanks and appreciation to all our ministry partners for diligently continuing to support, encourage, serve, pray and be a blessing through Unite 4 Africa.

Fig 1,2&3; Men following keenly, dancing to the Lord and praying during the men conference.
Fig 4,5 & 6; Men covenanting themselves to follow the Lord after Doctor Okongo Samson shared powerfully on the covenant of God through Christ Jesus.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya – Outreach Director.

CHILDREN MINISTRY, MURANG’A

Alongside the spiritual empowerment of adults, U4A Kenya leadership is also focusing on children. This is a way of ensuring that the purposes of God are passed on to the next generation.
After the training of Children ministers in the month of April, it was time to implement what was learned. In this season, we are teaching the children what is also being taught in the adult services. The teachers have been prayerfully and creatively considering real-world illustrations and ensuring they prepare and teach biblical truth age appropriately.

We encourage the parents to discuss the lesson further with the children at home. Jane, one of the parents at church has three children in different age groups, and had this to say, “the teaching is wonderful because when we are revisitng and discussing with my children at home, we are on the same page though at different levels. This has greatly enriched our family’s altar time.”

“Their children will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.” (Psalms 112:2)

Written by Maina Rukenya

PRAYER REQUESTS

  • Kenya has been affected greatly by floods. Please pray for God’s comfort and restoration for those who have been displaced and have lost loved ones.
  • Please Pray for the new believers that they may grow spiritually such that they too can disciple others.
  • Pray for the upcoming Men’s Outreach this August at Ilpartimaro community to also be transformational and impactful.

Kenya Update – April 2024

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CHILDREN’S MINISTERS TRAINING- MURANG’A.

Training of Children ministers is crucial in the advancement of God’s kingdom and especially here in Africa. U4A through its Kenya leadership is keen to this end, thankful for the very dedicated partners for their support. We held a one-day training of a few key Children ministers on developing teaching manuals and lesson plans that are adopted to our local context. Our aim is to prepare manuals that are available to us and other churches who may not have any particular manuals for their children’s ministers.

The children ministers were very excited that they will now be able to develop manuals appropriate for the needs of children in our locality. James, one of the ministers who attended said, “Though challenging and demanding, I have learnt the importance of documentation of my lessons and that working tirelessly is crucial for the propagation of the gospel among children.”

Njeri, another of the committed and one of the longest serving in the children ministry stated, “I have learnt I can develop a teaching manual and set clear and precise objectives as I minister to children. I will be more confident as I teach the children going forward.”

Pictures above showing the training going on in Murang’a, Kenya.

Report written by Maina Rukenya

BIBLES FOR NEW BELIEVERS – OLCHORRO LE EMPUAN

We celebrate the new Church under the tree in the Maasai community, following a recent evangelistic outreach in Lebendera village in Olchorro le empuan. This month we were graced to empower these new believers by giving them Bibles. Even though some do not know how to read, their joy and gratitude of being able to hear the word of God in their mother tongue was evident because their school going children would be reading it outloud for them. What a blessing! These Bibles were provided by a faithful partner, who has a passion for equipping believers with the Word of God. We have been doing evangelism and church planting in areas that have not yet been reached and are deeply indebted to our partners in ministry. We pray that many will come alongside Unite 4 Africa as we integrate evangelism, discipleship and church planting.

Fig. 1,2,3 & 4 Bible distribution at Olchorro le empuan.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

DISCIPLESHIP AND DISCIPLES MAKING.

Discipleship and Disciple making are deliberate and relational and aim at the believer’s growth and transformation, while enabling multiplication of disciples. We have found it a great privilege and responsibility to evangelize non- believers, establish believers in the faith and equip leaders.

This process has not been a walk in the park. Sometimes in the field we face hostility and even physical attack from different communities and individuals who are opposed to what we believe. Praise be to God for bringing U4A and its partners to support and equip our grassroot leaders who really work tirelessly to introduce us to these hostile communities, championing the cause of the Gospel. This month, we reached out to Oloika community as well as Impoori Primary school. In both outreaches, 31 people made commitments to be followers of Christ which accounted for twenty one percent of those we reached out to. We give all the Glory to God and really appreciate all the partners for their continued partnership to reach out and finding the lost.

Fig 1&2 Participants joyfully following as Pastor Titus trained and taught them biblical truth.

Children of Impoori primary keenly following and participating in the DMM training.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya U4A Kenya Outreach Director.

PRAYER REQUESTS

  1. Please pray for Evangelistic activities that are going on in the Esiteti community.
  2. Pray for speedy release of water drilling permits that we are seeking from the government offices.
  3. Give thanks for the wonderful progress that is going on through U4A in Kenya.

Kenya Updates – March 2024

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The Journey of a Life-Giver training at Ololepo Discipleship Hub

We live in a world where human life is violated and devalued in numerous ways, but God is raising Believers in Christ to join Him in redeeming, healing and restoring humanity to reflect His image on the earth. A training on the sanctity of life was conducted at Ololepo as part of the discipleship program and was greatly appreciated.

Through the generous giving of Unite 4 Africa and all our partners, this training was made possible. One of the participants, Gladys Mokoi spoke on behalf of the participants appreciating how the training was helpful and interactive such that they were equipped to practical life-giving actions to correct and prevent human life violations.

Figures 1&2 Participants keenly listening as pastor Titus facilitates the training.

Figures 3&4 Joyful moments during one of the training sessions.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya, U4A Kenya Outreach Director

CHAPLAINCY TRAINING – KAJIADO

U4A’s reach goes beyond the local churches into the institutions in the communities, thanks to the continued generosity of our partners. Many of the schools, prisons and hospitals in the Maasai region, rarely have pastoral care programs. It is with this in mind, that we planned for training for pastors, to empower them with basic knowledge on chaplaincy, so they can use it in the schools and hospitals in their communities. In Mathew 25:43, Jesus Christ stated clearly that in visiting the sick and those in prison is close to His heart and that it is service to Him. It is a blessed opportunity to minister to them and let the light of Christ shine in their brokenness and darkness. Over 50 pastors traveled long distances to come and receive the training. It is our prayer that they will go out to those institutions and provide spiritual and emotional support while sharing the love of God.

Fig. 1,2,3 Pastor attending Chaplaincy training at Kajiado Baptist Church

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto.

ORPHANS HOPE RESTORED

Mary, (14 years old) and Serah (16 years old) are sisters and living with their elderly and sickly grandmother in a village in Mbitini, Kitui. Their mother and father died in 2017 and 2019 respectively. They mostly depend on well-wishers for their sustenance.

Their dream to go through high school was nearly thwarted when they dropped out of school last year due to lack of school fees but thankfully, through the support of our U4A partners, they are now back to school. After school, they help the grandmother by fetching water from the river one kilometer away and often arrive back after twilight. The joy of their resumption of school is shared by the community members as their faces beam with hope for a brighter future.

Mary and Serah standing outside their grandmother’s homestead.

Mary and Serah back to school. Mary and Serah from the river.

Written by Josephine Maina

PRAYER REQUESTS:

  1. We envision church plants this year in the following communities and ask for your prayers as we trust God to bring it to pass:
    • Esiteti Community
    • Oloika Community.
    • Noomayaii Community
    • Eseki Community
  1. Pray for the pastors that were trained in chaplaincy that they will be able to effectively use the knowledge they have received for transformation of lives in our local institutions.
  2. Pray for the successful completion of the borehole projects.
  3. Pray for the Men’s Mega conference scheduled for 2nd to 5th May 2024.

Kenya – February 2024 Newsletter Reports

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Men’s Seminar at Kilo Baptist Church

Some men today function more like passive billiard balls than like billiard players. This is seen in the family, community and the church, where many men are failing to lead by example and service. A ‘Man of Dominion’ seeks to imitate his Lord and Savior in every area of his life. This is what Unite 4 Africa has been focusing on, by intentionally reaching and teaching men, to take their positions that God gave them, and by leading their families and communities in seeking God and influencing the world at large.

In a Men’s Seminar at Kilo Baptist church, Dr. Okongo shared the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ and practical Christianity. One of the men present was deeply convicted and surrendered his life to Christ. He is now on the path to godly manhood dominion as he grows as a disciple for Christ.

 

Fig 1,2: Dr. Okongo praying for the man to receive Christ after teaching at during a Men’s Seminar.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto.

ESITETI COMMUNITY WATER PROJECT

Esiteti community members will now have smiles on their faces because they will no longer need to walk for miles to get water for their livestock and household use. Thanks to our U4A partners, the plans to drill a community borehole are underway, which will serve more than nine hundred households and a large livestock population.

Found in the southern side of Maasai land, the Esiteti community is filled with hope and growing expectation for the precious gift of clean, easily accessible water, all year round. The women will especially benefit from this borehole because fetching water is one of their responsibilities. For some of them, there is a visible mark on their foreheads made by the rope straps that keep the jerrycan of water balanced on their backs, often going to fetch the water several times a day.

Not only will this water sustain the community’s physical needs, but we also see it as an entry point to much spiritual nourishment of sharing about Jesus Christ, the Water of Life. God richly bless all our U4A partners.

Fig 1&2; The water surveyors with Unite 4 Africa team surveying the ground for a suitable location for the borehole.

Fig. 3&4: Dr. Okongo and Rev. Shyla holding discussions with some of the excited men in the community for the expected blessing of a borehole.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya U4A Kenya Director.

“Teenagers, the Lord needs You!”

The above was the theme of a month’s long teens seminar that was done for four consecutive Saturday afternoons at Faith Family Chapel. Postmodernism has influenced many teens beliefs and value system and some are struggling with their identity, sexuality and faith in God. These are some of the topics that were discussed freely with the underlying intent of encouraging them to study and practice the word of God.

When given an opportunity to participate and serve in one of the Sunday services, it was very evident that these teens are endowed with gifts and abilities that should benefit the Body of Christ. They were all encouraged and challenged to be part of the community of Believers and are eagerly looking forward to the next teen’s seminars, fully aware that God loves and needs them too.

Figure 1&2 Pastor Maina teaching in one of the sessions and the teens attentively listening during another session.

Written by Maina Rukenya

PRAYER POINTS.

  1. Please pray for God to open more doors for the U4A ministry here in Kenya and that these outreaches will bring much fruitfulness for the Kingdom of God.
  2. Pray for God’s multiplied anointing to be upon all our meetings for the people to be set free in Christ.
  3. Please pray with us for the ongoing projects to be completed successfully.
  4. Pray for the U4A Kenya team for strength as we obey the charge to take the gospel to our nation and beyond.

Kenya Update – January 2024

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GOATS FOR ORPHANS AT OLGULULUI AND LORNGOSUA AND A LIFE CHANGING TESTIMONY.

Written Pastor Titus Musenya – U4A Kenya Outreach Director.

When I mention a goat for an orphan it may sound ordinary, but it means everything for an orphan.

In the month of November, we visited three communities and gave goats to more than thirty orphans at each of these communities. Simon Mpoke, an orphan narrated to us that with the goat he would be able to pay his school fees, get food and milk by merely stewarding the goat he received from U4A. This was echoed by other orphans who received their goats. There was real joy on all their faces and that of their guardians too. We greatly appreciate U4A and all our partners for regarding the whole life of an orphan by empowering them through this gift.

Orphans and the goats they joyfully received

Pastor Titus praying for the Orphans and their goats

MEN REACHING OUT TO MEN– MAILTISA, KENYA

By Rev. Moses Rianto

Christmas is the miracle of the Holy God fully embracing frail humanity. As the first cry of Jesus pierced the night, it was the glory of eternity rising through darkness as a light to all people. Jesus came on a mission for us. “When the shepherds saw him, they told them what the Angel had said about the Child. All who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said.”(Luke 2:17–18)

We too are to live as missionaries of light who witness that Jesus has come for all people in all places.

During last month, Men in Zion B Church set to learn how to evangelize to people of a different tribe than the Maasai, witnessing to them what Christ has done in their lives. It was an amazing experience for them and many gave their lives to Christ through these outreaches. Please continue praying for these men, as they reach out to other men for Christ.

Figure 1: The men learning and praying together.

Figure 2: Zion Men witnessing during evangelism

 

 

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM – ZION B CHURCH

Written by Lydia Rianto

In a world filled with uncertainty and challenges, it is imperative for the youth to be firmly rooted in Christ before they can truly make a lasting impact. For the youth to be firmly grounded, they must engage in studying and applying the Word of God. Drawing inspiration from the lives of Daniel and Joseph, today’s youth have what it takes to make a difference in various fields, just as these individuals influenced nations and societies.

The youth conference in partnership with Orok Youth Group, continue to equip the youth spiritually as well as teach then life skills that will help them grow and become self reliant.  It has been the focus of Unite 4 Africa to transform communities and individuals who will in return bring transformation in their communities. We are seeing many young men and women’s lives changed and become examples to emulate.

Figures 1&2 Youth attending the empowerment program at Zion Baptist church

Fighting Against Female Genital Mutilation {FGM} Through the Gospel.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya, U4A Kenya Director.

Unite 4 Africa is working with the local government and churches who are reaching out  and championing the cause against FGM in the Maasai community through the Gospel. Previously, the local government used law enforcement agencies to try and stop FGM but it did not bear much fruit. We have invested in training many leaders through community health empowerment {CHE} who in turn have gone out and trained others at the grassroots level. These volunteer trainers go out and empower communities with knowledge on the dangers, risks and even diseases associated with FGM. We really appreciate the Unite 4 Africa partners for their continued commitment and support that is really helping and rescuing many girls from all the dangers associated with FGM, especially in the marginalized communities.

Fig 1&2, tools used in female genital mutilation {FGM} and women queuing for a meal during the training.

Fig 3&4, women receiving some food stuff after the training together with some women leaders who are committed in the fight against FGM.

 

LOVING GOD TAKES COURAGE

Written by Maina Rukenya

Luke.10.27 – So He answered and said, “You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind,’ and “love your neighbor as yourself.”

The Christmas message that never loses its appeal is that of God’s love for us and how we reciprocate by loving Him whole heartedly as well as share His love with others. It takes great courage to love God’s way.

The message of love was shared passionately by Dr. Okongo at Faith Family Chapel, Murang’a. He gave practical ways on how to love God with all our hearts, minds, soul and strength with a great impact. He pressed on the need to teach and practice God love, starting at the family unit. God’s word exhorts parents to teach their children when “sitting at home, walking along the road, lying down and when getting up” while writing them on the doorframes of their houses and gates.” (Deuteronomy 11:19-20)

It was such a wonderful time together as Dr. Okongo and Rev. Shyla participated in baby dedication, urging parents to courageously teach and model the love of God to their children.

Dr. Okongo sharing God’s Word at Faith Family Chapel. 

Dr. Okongo and Shyla at Faith Family Chapel, Murang’aTown.

A moment of joy during baby our dedication service.

PRAYER POINTS-

1. Join us in giving thanks for the much God has enabled us to do this year in 2023. We’ve witnessed both individuals and communities transformated by The Gospel.

2. Pray for us to be faithful in doing the revealed will of God as well as have sharp discernment as we serve Him in 2024 and beyond.

3. Pray for the orphan who have received goats and that those would bring forth many offspring and that the poverty cycle will be broken for the orphan.

4. Pray with us as we desire that 2024 be an year of much fruitfulness and kingdom advancement!

 

Kenya Update – November 2023

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YOUTH MENTORSHIP TRAINING – MAILITISA, KENYA

Isaiah 55:1-2 is an invitation that the Lord gives beginning with the words, “Come everyone who is thirsty – here is water.” We have extended this call to the youth in our community. As they interact with the world and other cultures, added to exposure to social media, many Maasai youth are getting influenced into alcoholism and drug abuse.

The Bible says in Jeremiah 2:13, “My people have committed two sins; They have forsaken me the spring of living water and have dug their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water.” We have seen youth in church turn to things that won’t satisfy them, especially when they are anxious or going through difficult and chaotic situations. We are deliberately reaching out to the youth so that we can mentor them spiritually and empower them with practical life skills so they can be able to make wise choices for this life and eternity.

Figures.1,2,3&4 Youth at Zion Baptist during a three day mentorship program.

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

FEEDING PROGRAM – ZION BAPTIST, ENG’ABOLI

Galatians 6:2 says, “Carry each other’s burdens and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ”. For a long time now, some communities have suffered the effects of drought. We thank God that through the partners of Unite 4 Africa, we were able to walk alongside those who are in need, especially of food. On this day, we gave food to over 300 families. Please pray with us for the rains, as this will change the lives of many Maasai people who depend mainly on livestock for sustainance.

Fig.5,6,7,8 food distribution at Zion Baptist Church

Written by Rev. Moses Rianto

NAMUNYANK BAPTIST CHURCH DEDICATION CEREMONY IN OITTI COMMUNITY

“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” 3 John 1:4 (NIV).
Pastor Joseph Mopel is one of those who have been raised up at Ololepo Baptist Church under the tutelage of Pastor Titus, our U4A Outreach Director. Pastor Joseph has brought great joy to those in church leadership in this region. After being in the Ololepo church for five years, he was sent to start a church under a tree at a place called Namunyak where he has been for three years. Thankfully, the church is no longer meeting under a tree as it was for three years because through the support from U4A, the church now has a beautiful new structure which was officially opened by the Baptist leadership in the region in a service graced by several pastors and the U4A Kenya leadership team.

It is so comforting that the believers in the Namunyak church will no longer be subject to changing weather patterns which at times would disrupt smooth running of church services. The structure now allows Pastor Joseph and his congregants the peace of mind to know they can hold meetings under its shelter any time as they reach out to their community for Christ.

Fig; 1&2, Pastor Titus, Rev Joseph Mpusia launching and dedicating Namunyank Church, and also Pastor Titus, Mary, Josephine and Rev. Maina during the launch.

Fig. 3&4 Pastor Joseph Mopel speaking to the audience and the congregation full of joy during the celebration service.

Written by Rev. Maina Rukenya

KENYA PASTORS TRAINING AND EQUIPPING CONFERENCE.

U4A has continually focused on empowering communities, churches and individuals so that they can empower others.
In the month of October, Kenya leaders organized a Pastors Conference in the southern part of Kenya and requested Dr. Okongo to be the Conference facilitator. Rev. Lazarus Nnko who is the chairperson of interdenominational pastor’s fellowship shared that “women, men and children always get people who speak, coach and train them, but it’s very rare or even not at all do pastors get someone to share with them” We really appreciate U4A partners for their continued love and generosity. You have partnered with us to equip the body of Christ and have been committed to support our effort to reach to the unreached in our different communities.

Not only has U4A walked alongside many leaders and pastors and even supported many of them to plant churches, U4A has also been assisting these pastors to grow physically, emotionally, spiritually and financially too. In the month of September, after the conference we gifted fourteen pastors with new motorcycles that will impact their lives, families and ministries. They are now easily reaching the places where they serve and even generating income by offering riders services to help provide financially for their families. We continue to pray and appreciate U4A partners for their tireless support.

Fig 1,2&3: Leaders and pastors praying and worshiping in the session.

Fig 4,5&6: Pastor Titus and Rev. Kaako dedicating and handing over twelve bikes to some pastors and leaders.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya.

THIRSTY FOR THE GOSPEL

Matthew‬ ‭24‬:‭14‬ ‭“And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
The gospel is a gift that we freely received from our Lord Jesus Christ. However, taking the gospel to different people and to the unreached communities is costly. Unite 4 Africa leaders have been working diligently to reach many individuals and communities, partnering with different denominations. We held an interdenominational conference at Ilpartimaro Ololepo Community Church which was attended by five thousand people and nine hundred of those who attended gave their lives to Christ. It was expensive to host such a crowd among the Maasai community yet it was possible and made easy, thanks to God and U4A partners.

Fig; 1&2 congregants keenly following the teaching.

Fig; 3&4 both men and women singing and praising God for a great harvest.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya 

PRAYER REQUESTS

  • Please pray for the youth who are currently going through mentorship to be grounded in the Word so as to overcome worldliness.
  • Please pray for the Maasai men, who are increasingly getting thirsty for the Word of God.
  • Please pray for productive rains in Kenya.
  • Pray for the new converts to grow in faith and remain strong to the Lord.

Kenya Updates – October 2023

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MEN CONFRENCES AND OUTREACHES AMONG THE MAASAI COMMUNITIES IN MATAPATO KENYA.

“I desire therefore that the men pray in every place, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and disputing.” (1 Timothy 2:8)

This has not been so among the Maasai community because the higher percentage of men are not Believers therefore, they do not attend church services. In the months of August and September, we had men outreaches that brought together more than seven hundred men at each conference. Men were trained on many aspects of their daily lives in accordance with the scriptures, from their relationship to God, to that of their spouses and children. Raw yet real discussions took place and it became obvious that men really need such trainings in the future where they are vulnerable enough to seek scriptural wisdom and counsel. Four hundred and twelve men gave their live to Christ and all glory is to God, who desires that all men be saved and come to the knowledge of the Truth. We are so appreciative to U4A and partners for the continuous participation in mobilization and impartation of Truth, bringing abundant life in Christ Jesus among the Maasai people.

MEN CONFRENCES

MEN CONFRENCES

MEN CONFRENCES

Fig 1,2&3: Men following the teachings, those who gave their lives to Christ lifting their hands and men participating in a questions and answers session.

MEN CONFRENCES

MEN CONFRENCES

MEN CONFRENCES

Fig 4,5&6: The Church building was full of thirsty souls, in agreement with message being shared and elders appreciating Dr. Okongo, U4A president who was the main facilitator of the impactful outreaches.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya, U4A Director

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR IN NGARRE NAIBBORR AND NAMANGA, KENYA

Marriage is a life commitment to one’s spouse. Its sad that in some communities it is viewed differently. The reason I say this is because in some communities, if a woman is barren or gives birth to children to only girls, then the husband may opt to marrying another wife.

We are thankful to the U4A ministry partners for making it possible for us to host a three-day seminar and a two-day retreat at Namanga River Restaurant where in both we had thirteen couples attending. It was a time where these eager couples were willing to be equipped, mentored and coached on marriage in a biblical perspective. We believe new life was injected into these marriages and recommitments made to nurture the gifts of marriage and family.

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR

Fig 1,2&3: Couples who attended the training and Dr. Okongo facilitating and teaching the couples.

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR

COUPLES TRAINING AND SEMINAR
Fig 4,5&6: Pastors and their wives in the marriage seminar hall and Dr. Okongo interacting with them.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya U4A Director.

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH, A DISCIPLESHIP CENTER

Ewang’an Baptist church was planted twenty-nine years ago and is located at the southern side of Kenya in a highly populated area. The church has been a sender of disciples into the Matapato region and through this church we have managed to plant more than twenty churches in different communities. There are many leaders, men and women who attend the church who also have shown the willingness to learn and grow spiritually for the great work of ministry. In April 2024 we have planned a mega men’s conference to bring as many men within that locality that have never got an opportunity to hear the Gospel.

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH
Fig 1,2&3: Ewang’an Church leaders’ meeting and Dr. Okongo speaking in the Church.

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH

EWANG’AN BAPTIST CHURCH

Fig 4,5&6: Key leaders and Rev. Joseph sharing the Church vision and their unfinished new church construction.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya U4A director.

FAITHFUL BELIEVERS NEEDING URGENT PRAYER AND SUPPORT IN THE HORN OF AFRICA.

Faithfulness

As an Outreach Director and also traveling with Dr. Okongo to different areas, especially East and the horn of Africa, I really see the need of equipping leaders and especially pastors. The current situation in Sudan has really destabilized everything including ministry, and most of our Country and Regional leaders have been displaced together with their families and moved to different countries as refugees without anything. We are praying for the evacuation of the rest who are still stranded in Sudan, trusting God for their safety and that of their families too.

In our recent visit to Uganda where the evacuated families are currently based, thanks to U4A through its partners, we visited one of our leaders, Rev. Philemon and his family who shared with us their emotional story with tears and we all cried together, knowing what their tears meant.

Also, in the same month we were able to evacuate pastor Ibrahim and his family from Sudan. He is a father of seven and had been stranded at the border of Sudan and it was such a blessing to bring him with his family to Uganda. What is amazing is that despite all the hardships they have been through, their love and faithfulness to the Lord have remained steadfast. In fact, they have started a house church where they meet to worship and praise the Lord regardless of their situation.
FAITHFUL BELIEVERS

  FAITHFUL BELIEVERS

FAITHFUL BELIEVERS

Fig 1,2&3: Sudanese Pastors who are now refugees in Uganda with U4A leaders interacting, Praying, sharing and encouraging them to continue being faithful to the Lord.

FAITHFUL BELIEVERS

FAITHFUL BELIEVERS

FAITHFUL BELIEVERS

Fig 4,5&6: Sudanese Worshiping in their house church and Pastor Philemon leading the service.

Written by Pastor Titus Musenya U4A director.

TV PROGRAM

“You have a fine way of setting aside the commands of God in order to observe your own traditions!“ (Mark 7:9)

Our weekly TV program has been transforming lives in an amazing way around Mt. Kenya region. There has been a progressive return to ancestral worship and animal sacrifice which has poised a challenge to both the churches and also the societies in this region in a very negative way.

However, the Holy Spirit has been helping us to proclaim the Truth through teaching and preaching that Christ’s sacrificial death was enough and paid it all for the forgiveness of our sins. Through this TV program, we are able to be a voice that reaches out to many people at once, as it was said of John the Baptist, “I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Make straight the way for the Lord.’” (John 1:23)

TV Program

Fig 1: Pastor Josephine, Pastor Maina and others in an interview at Weru TV studio.

Written by Rev. Robert Maina, U4A Mission Director.

THANKSGIVING AND PRAYER REQUESTS

  1. We praise God for U4A partners for what they are doing for the sake of the Kingdom of God.
  2. Give thanks for the effective outreaches and Men’s conferences that have taken place in the last quarter of the year and pray that our outreaches will be greatly productive as the year comes to an end.
  3. Pray for Meto Interdenominational Conference and Ewangan Men Mega Outreach scheduled for April 2024.
  4. Continue praying for the peace of Sudan and that God would strengthen, encourage, preserve and protect the Believers as they continue to be His witnesses.
  5. Pray that the return to idolatry shall be completely vanquished in some regions in Kenya as the declaration of the Gospel by the help of the Holy Spirit brings about transformation of lives.
  6. Continue praying for the new Believers to be established in Christ Jesus.

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