Taking The Gospel To Hurungwe
The Church News Online
Wednesday, 16 April 2025
Gospel Singer Pays Tribute to Late Sungura Musician Tatenda Pinjisi
The Zimbabwean music community is in mourning following the tragic death of sungura artist Tatenda Pinjisi, who passed away in a horrific road accident over the weekend. The crash also claimed the lives of two members of his band, leaving a void in the local music scene that will not soon be filled.
Among those deeply affected is gospel singer Benny Hadassah Muzanamombe, who shared an emotional tribute reflecting on Pinjisi’s life, faith, and the inspiration he offered both personally and professionally.
“TODAY curtains have come down to mark the end of his earthly days,” Muzanamombe wrote in a heartfelt statement. “Tatenda Pinjisi haasi murume akararama asingazive kuti hupenyu hunopera.”
Muzanamombe reminisced about their first interaction, which took place on October 8, 2022. According to him, Pinjisi had reached out to commend his gospel track Vafudzi veMakwai and encouraged him to remain steadfast in his spiritual journey.
“That’s when I first heard from him, apo akandinyorera achitenda kambo VAFUDZI VEMAKWAI,” he said. “Akandikurudzira kuramba ndichiteerera kutaura kwaMweya Mutsvene pakunyora nziyo.”
He further shared a powerful memory of Pinjisi’s deep understanding of scripture and spiritual matters: “Mumazuva angu mashoma asara ndichayeuka zvaakandiudza achiti ‘moramba muchiisa Revelation ye scripture panzvimbo yayo chaipo sezvandakanzwa pana Peter apo’.”
Pinjisi was known not only for his musical talent but also for his deep-rooted faith, which evidently influenced those around him. Muzanamombe’s final words serve as a poignant farewell to a man who left a lasting impact:
“Nokuda kwenguva yawakararama, mweya yedu inokudza Mwari. RIP Brother Sir!”
Tatenda Pinjisi's legacy will continue to resonate through his music and the lives he touched during his short but meaningful journey on earth.
The Cross, A Gift For All
Prayer for the Week: 14 to 18 April 2025
The Cross, A Gift for All
#easter #cross #resurrection #CommissionForMinistryDevelopment #PrayEngageBuild #myefzyourefz
Tuesday, 15 April 2025
Start New Week With Purpose
Starting this new week with a heart anchored in peace and purpose.
Let the hope and renewal of Easter inspire kindness, compassion, and unity in all that we do.
#faithfusion #motivationalmonday
Monday, 14 April 2025
Church Spearheads Relief Programmes
Staff Writer
The Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) continues to play a leading role in addressing humanitarian needs, recently showcasing its work during a high-level provincial monitoring visit in Bikita and Gutu Districts. The visit was part of the ongoing Scaling Up Resilience and Humanitarian Food Assistance Program, which currently supports 12,000 participants with life-saving aid.
The visit was graced by the Assistant Provincial Social Development Officer, Mr. Mapanga, along with the District Development Coordinator (DDC) and officials from the Department of Social Development (DSD). The monitoring tour provided a platform for the delegation to witness firsthand the effective delivery of humanitarian aid, made possible through support from the Canadian Foodgrains Bank and The United Church of Canada.
Mr. Mapanga took time to engage directly with community members benefiting from the programme, observing the food distribution process and personally handing over food items to some recipients. The visit emphasized the transparency of the operation, as the delegation was guided through the entire distribution model, viewed gender empowerment efforts, and evaluated ongoing livelihoods programming.
The monitoring visit also highlighted the visibility and outreach aspects of the programme, reinforcing the ZCC’s commitment to accountability and community transformation. Importantly, it demonstrated how faith-based organizations are playing a crucial role in complementing government efforts to improve food security and build resilience among vulnerable populations.
This partnership-driven approach reflects a broader vision for sustainable development, ensuring that support reaches those most in need while promoting dignity, empowerment, and long-term recovery.
Zimbabwe Council of Churches Statement On Easter
As Zimbabwe celebrates Easter and Independence Day, the Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) has issued a powerful statement calling for spiritual and moral renewal in the nation. The ZCC, a fellowship of Christian churches in Zimbabwe, emphasizes that both Easter and Independence Day symbolize sacrifice, freedom, and hope for new life.
In their statement, the ZCC highlights the need for ¹:
- *Protection of Freedoms*: Ensuring citizens' rights are safeguarded
- *Strengthening of the Civic Space*: Creating an environment for open dialogue and participation
- *Inclusive National Dialogue*: Fostering unity and cooperation among all stakeholders
- *Transparency and Accountability*: Promoting good governance and responsible leadership
- *Empowerment of Young People*: Providing opportunities for the youth to thrive and contribute to the nation's development
Rev. Wilfred Dimingu, General Secretary of the ZCC, urges citizens to reflect on the significance of these two events, emphasizing that "Easter and Independence both speak of sacrifice, freedom, and the hope of new life." The ZCC envisions a Zimbabwe where all citizens experience holistic salvation, unity, peace, justice, and prosperity ².
As a prophetic voice in Zimbabwe, the ZCC has been advocating for justice, peace, and human dignity. Their statement serves as a reminder of the importance of spiritual and moral renewal in shaping the nation's future.
*Key Principles*
The ZCC's mission is guided by the following principles ² ³:
- *Unity*: Striving for visible Christian unity in Zimbabwe
- *Prophetic Ministry*: Speaking out on issues of national concern
- *Holistic Ministry*: Carrying out self-supporting, relevant, and contextual Christian ministry
- *Justice and Peace*: Promoting justice, peace, and human dignity in church and society
The ZCC's Easter and Independence Day statement encourages Zimbabweans to work towards a brighter future, built on the foundations of freedom, justice, and unity.
Saturday, 12 April 2025
Knowing Christ The Most Profitable Thing
DAILY DEVOTIONS MCZ MISSIONS DEPARTMENT
Philippians 3:3 ...for we are the circumcision who worship by the spirit of God.... and put no confidence in the flesh.
We see the Apostle here fuming with anger...he has no kind words for the false teachers, he therefore is cautioning the church in Philippi that they should be careful of dogs, the evil doers who emphasize on the external rituals of religion like circumcision of the flesh.Paul is reminding the church that circumcision was a sign of the people's covenant with their God, it signified circumcision of the heart....so without the holy spirit circumcision becomes useless!
Paul being an Israelite by birth, circumcised on the eighth day, from the tribe of Benjamin the Hebrew of Hebrews says all this profile does not profit me! He says for the sake of Christ my background is a loss!
Knowing Christ and the power of His resurrection is the most profitable thing every christian must have!
The greatest weapon we
have in shaming the devil is knowledge of Christ!. The first question in the apostles's Creed says ...who is God/ Mwari ndianiko??
The greatest challenge we have today is christians who pride themselves in useless knowledge..... knowledge that is is not beneficial to the soul..... christians who spend time and energy studying things that does not benefit their souls..... Paul is reminding the church of Christ even today that the only profitable thing we can boost ourselves in is the knowledge of Christ and the power of His resurrection!
God's character has not yet changed! God is not yet done with us! He is still the same God who is the way the truth and the life! He is calling out for a few individuals who can partner with with Him in this redemptive season ...a few who can stand for nothing but the truth, remember the truth is Jesus!
His grace and power has sustained us in the past, we have testimonies with this God , our past experiences with him give us a hope to look into the future with much expectation!!
Prayer
How sweet the name of Jesus sounds ,
In a believer's ear!
It soothes his sorrows,heals his wounds,
And drives away his fear.
