Mwingi Independent Baptist Church, located in the town of Mwingi with a population of 8,000, is led by Pastor Joshua Mwangangi with the assistance of David Mwalavu. Pastor Joshua, his wife Juliah Mwathi, and their three children—Geofrey, Jimmy, and Moses—are dedicated to serving their congregation and community. They also support an additional dependant, Boss Musyika.

The church operates on land and within a building owned by the Antioch Independent Baptist Churches (AIBC). While the church has electricity, the pastor’s home lacks power, and clean water must be purchased. The congregation grew by 10 members over the past year and anticipates gaining 20 new members next year through evangelism efforts.

To support growth, the church needs resources such as computers, a printer, and cinema machines for outreach and ministry. Additionally, completing the church building and setting up water harvesting systems are critical priorities.

The pastor’s family faces challenges with a  limited monthly income. They seek support to expand their business and access clean water for their family.

Pastor Joshua expresses gratitude for the support received, which has helped both the family and the ministry in times of need. He requests prayers for continued strength in serving God, the acquisition of a van to assist with ministry and outreach, and blessings for the church’s growth and impact in the community.

Katooni Independent Baptist Church, located in the town of Katooni with a population of approximately 600, is led by Pastor Jackson Mumo, supported by helper Fredrick Mulu. Pastor Mumo’s family includes his wife, Mary Jackson, and three children—Joseph Njoroge, Daniel Mumo, and Hazel Mumo. They also care for two dependants: Wilson Musyoka, an orphan, and Moraa Mukai, a special-needs individual.

The church, founded on land owned by the Antioch Independent Baptist Churches (AIBC), has grown to include 85 members, three recent converts, and 65 children. With a goal to add 15 more members in the coming year, the church plans to focus on evangelism, seminars, and Bible studies.

The church’s pressing needs include finishing the building, constructing toilets, offices, and a kitchen, and acquiring materials for evangelism, such as Bibles and tracts. The pastor’s family faces financial challenges and has a need for financial support for medication. They also aim to expand Mary’s salon business to help meet family needs.

Pastor Mumo and his family express heartfelt gratitude for the continued support from their partners and pray for blessings upon them. They request prayers for their families, health, ministries, and business, as well as for the continued spiritual and numerical growth of their church.

Katharani Independent Baptist Church, located in the town of Katharani with a population of over 500, is led by Pastor Elijah M. Maluki, with the support of his wife, Dorcas Koli, and helper Julius Muthugi. The pastor’s family includes four children—Stephen, David, Joshua, and Yvonne—and an additional dependant, Angeline Muyathi.

The church is built on land owned by the Antioch Independent Baptist Churches (AIBC) and has experienced steady growth, welcoming over 10 new members, dedicating five children, and baptizing eight members in the past year. Through continued evangelism, door-to-door outreach, and Bible studies, the church hopes to expand its membership further in the coming year.

Key church needs include constructing men’s toilets, building a Sunday school hall, and enhancing evangelism efforts with seminars and Bible studies. The pastor’s family faces financial challenges and need medical care for their daughter Yvonne. The family also requires a solar water pump for their well to address water needs.

The pastor and his wife express deep gratitude to their supporters for standing by them during challenging times, praying for blessings upon them. They request prayers for Yvonne’s health, the church’s growth, and resources to meet both church and family needs.

Malaani Independent Baptist Church, located in the town of Malaani with a population of approximately 4,000, is led by Pastor Philip Musyoka with the support of helper Peter Musembi. Pastor Musyoka’s family includes his wife, Ann Taabu, and their four children—David Mwendwa, Esther Mwikali, Mary Mawia, and Angela Mweni—as well as Lucy Mutanu.

The church, established on land owned by the Antioch Independent Baptist Churches (AIBC), has seen growth over the past year, adding 10 new members. With evangelism efforts planned, the church aims to welcome 20 more people in the coming year. Despite this progress, the church faces significant challenges due to its incomplete building and lack of basic infrastructure, such as power, clean water, and adequate facilities.

Key needs include songbooks, Bibles, and Sunday school materials to support spiritual growth. Additionally, the church requires resources to build a toilet, kitchen, office, fencing, and water harvesting tank, as well as chairs and power. They are also dealing with an ongoing legal case involving the church and family.

Pastor Musyoka and his family express deep gratitude for the support and prayers they have received and request continued assistance to sustain the church and meet their family’s needs. They ask for prayers for their ministry, their children’s education, and resolution of the ongoing case.

Yondo Independent Baptist Church, located in the small town of Yondo with a population of about 500, is led by Pastor Samuel M. Kaluku, supported by his wife Christine K. Ntumi and helper Jackson Peter. The pastor’s family includes six children—Tonny Kyalo, Faith Mawia, Rachael Mumbe, Sarah Kalista, Annah Mutheu, Dorcas Mwende, and Lucy Mumbua—as well as an orphan dependant, Jackline K. Mutua.

Founded on land owned by the Antioch Independent Baptist Churches (AIBC), the church is in the process of constructing its building. Despite limited resources, including no electricity or nearby clean water (wells are the main source), the congregation has grown from 112 to 130 members over the past year, including Sunday school children. The church aims to grow further through door-to-door evangelism and outreach.

The church urgently needs resources to complete its building, including a latrine, offices, and fencing the compound. Additional needs include water access, power, chairs, a pulpit, and supplies for Sunday school such as porridge and sweets.

Pastor Kaluku’s family faces significant challenges, include  a sick child, and a need for housing on the church compound. 

The pastor expresses deep gratitude for the support they receive, which has been instrumental in sustaining the family and church. He requests prayers for the health of his 8.7-year-old child, the spiritual growth of the church, the success of their ongoing projects, and support for the education of their children.