When KIMSAN first set foot in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), it wasn’t just a visit—it was a vision. A divine assignment to bring the Gospel, empower leaders, and spark transformation in a land rich in culture, but hungry for truth. Our journey to Lubumbashi, DRC’s second-largest city, marked a turning point in our call to go beyond borders with the Gospel of the Kingdom.

A Mission Born from Invitation

The mission began when local church leaders in Lubumbashi extended an invitation for KIMSAN to support their efforts. They didn’t ask for handouts—they asked for training, discipleship, and spiritual partnership.

And so, Rev. Cephas Ssenyonjo, accompanied by a small but determined team, set off to answer that call.

What followed was a whirlwind of prayer, preaching, and possibility.

Equipping 40 Pastors with Biblical Tools

At the heart of the mission was an intensive pastoral training session, led by Rev. Cephas. The focus?
“Renewal and God’s Greatness” based on Isaiah 40:27–31.

Over 40 local pastors from various denominations gathered for this rare opportunity. In a region where theological training is scarce and sometimes overshadowed by traditional and animistic influences, this moment was sacred.

They were trained in:

• Scriptural interpretation
• Church administration
• Community engagement
• Personal spiritual discipline

Pastors openly shared how they had long desired this kind of structured, doctrinally sound training—and how eager they were to apply it in their communities.

Strategic Conversations for a Long-Term Presence

Beyond the classroom, KIMSAN held several strategic meetings with local church networks and ministry leaders.

The goals?

• Register KIMSAN in the DRC as a formally recognized ministry
• Establish a permanent theological training center in Lubumbashi
• Forge long-term partnerships with local churches and faith institutions

These weren’t just talks. They were the first stones laid in building a Gospel bridge between East and Central Africa.

Spiritual Hunger in a Complex Culture

Lubumbashi, though known for its mineral wealth, faces deep social and spiritual challenges:

• Widespread poverty, despite foreign economic activity
• A blend of Catholicism and animistic traditions, leading to spiritual confusion
• A lack of sound biblical teaching, especially in remote areas

What we found was a deep hunger for authentic, Scripture-based teaching. Many leaders and believers expressed a longing to move beyond cultural religion into a relationship with Christ founded on truth and grace.

Future Dreams: A DRC Leadership Pipeline

From this mission, a vision began to unfold. KIMSAN is now laying the groundwork for:

1. Leadership exchange programs
   Pastors from the DRC will travel to Kenya for training at KIMSOM (Kingdom Missionaries School of Ministry), building a cross-border network of strong, biblically rooted leaders.
2. Resource distribution
   A Bible and literature supply chain is being established to provide French and local-language materials to churches lacking teaching resources.
3. Regional expansion
   Plans are underway to extend KIMSAN’s reach beyond Lubumbashi, into other areas of the DRC—partnering with networks already on the ground.

What Local Leaders Are Saying

“We’ve had church buildings for years, but this is the first time someone came to train us to use the Word rightly.” – Local Pastor

“KIMSAN has given us hope that transformation can start here and spread across the region.” – Church Leader, Lubumbashi

This Is Just the Beginning

Our mission to the DRC is far from over—it’s only beginning. The enthusiasm, humility, and hunger we witnessed among Congolese believers tells us one thing clearly:

God is moving in Central Africa—and He’s calling us to go further.

We don’t take this call lightly. As we plan for the next steps, we’re praying for more laborers, more resources, and more divine doors to open.