By Senior Reporter
The African Christian Council International (ACCI), the largest Christian board in Africa, has ordained six new bishops in Zimbabwe. The ceremony took place in Chegutu, Mashonaland West Province, and was presided over by ACCI Grand President, Professor Archbishop Johannes Ndanga.
The event was attended by Honorable Marian Chombo, Minister of State for Mashonaland West Province, who represented the Government of Zimbabwe led by President Emerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa. In her remarks, Honorable Chombo emphasized the importance of the church and government working together. “Government and the church are one. We rely on such social institutions like these ones to take the message to the people,” she said.
Professor Archbishop Ndanga reiterated ACCI’s commitment to advancing Christian values globally. “As ACCI, a Christian Board representing indigenous churches, Zionists, Pentecostals, and Apostolic Churches in Africa and the Global World, we are determined to advance Christian values across the globe so that unity and harmony continue to prevail in the midst of adversities.”
The newly ordained bishops are:
- Overseer Alex Bhudherere of Sungano Apostolic Church
- Bishop Alex Hamandishe of Chitsidzo Chavatendi Apostolic Church
- Bishop Rangarirai Mutesva of Tsime Reupenyu Apostolic Church
- Bishop Nhundu of African United Faith Healers
- Madzimai Daiza Johane of Masowe
- Bishop Alice Chipote of Internal Invisible Pentecostal Church
This ordination ceremony marks a significant milestone for ACCI, which has its headquarters in Zimbabwe and represents indigenous churches across Africa and the globe. The organization’s Zimbabwe chapter was officially launched by President Mnangagwa last year in Kadoma.
As ACCI continues to grow and expand its reach, its leadership remains committed to promoting unity, harmony, and Christian values. The organization’s efforts to decolonize the mind and promote indigenous churches are crucial in today’s society, and its partnership with the government is vital in addressing social issues, such as drug and substance abuse.
