This past week, Gavin had the privilege to assist with the handing off of the baton on the DR Congo West District. Rev. Hermenelgilde Matungulu stepped down from his position as District Superintendent (DS) after 15 years of leading the Church in this area of DR Congo. His leadership was a gifted one. He raised up leaders, started new churches and is a great example of a life of service to the Lord and the Church. During this 20thDistrict Assembly, Rev. Matungulu handed off his DS baton to the newly elected Rev. Dieu Merci Nzola.
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| Honoring Rev. Matungulu for his service |
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| Rev. Matungulu praying over Rev. Nzola and his wife |
To Rev. Matungulu, we honor you for your years of service to God and the Church. We pray God’s richest blessings upon you as you continue to follow Him and serve Him. May you continue to share your testimony and lead others into a right relationship with Christ.
To Rev. Nzola, we congratulate you. May the Lord grant you wisdom, vision and strength as you lead God’s people in DR Congo West District. May the Lord’s face shine upon you as you shepherd multiple pastors, evangelize and take on new responsibilities within the Church.
To the DR Congo West District, we implore you. As dearly loved brothers and sisters in Christ, may you know the love of Christ and be ready for the future ahead. Be supportive. Do Right. Go and make disciples in the Nations.
In a country where political elections have almost always turned bloody and where current presidential elections are more than two years past-due, there is always the possibility that hostility can creep into the church. We are so grateful for the amazing example given by the West Congo District and are hopeful that other districts will follow suit when it comes to leadership transition and empowering the next generation.
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