The National Council of Churches of Kenya 62nd General Assembly has today kicked off in earnest with over 250 delegates turning up for the triennial event.
The Assembly is the most ecumenical and high powered gathering in the Council’s life and it is charged with the mandate of being the highest policy organ of NCCK.
During the 3-day gathering in Coast region, the delegates will transact formal business and address matters of national importance including political and socio-economic issues. The climax of the meeting will be the election of the new Council Chairman and Vice Chair, as well as the appointment of the new Honorary Treasurer.
Speaking in Kilifi earlier today, NCCK General Secretary Reverend Canon Peter Karanja expressed gratitude for delegates attending the meeting, adding that he looked forward to a fruitful meeting.
NCCK incumbent Chairperson Canon Rosemary Mbogo, Anglican Church of Kenya Archbishop Dr. Eliud Wabukala, Presiding Bishop of Methodist Church of Kenya Bishop Joseph Nt’ombura and a host of senior clergy are among delegates attending the meeting.
In her opening remarks, Canon Mbogo said: “During the last three years, we have made a remarkable impact in society in various areas including Governance and Social Services, Capacity Building for membership and refugee work.”
While reflecting on her first 3-year tenure in office, Canon Mbogo underscored the role of the Council in society, asserting that NCCK had been set on a higher pedestal through sound policies formulated by the Assembly. “I trust that going forward, we shall all continue supporting the Council in her transformative work so as to enable us truly live up to our slogan For Wananchi,” she appealed to the delegates.
The Chairman of Council of Council Forum Peter Munya is expected to deliver a key note speech tomorrow.
The General Assembly is charged with the responsibility of formulating overall Council policy, facilitate prayer, study and consultation on major themes of Christian faith, life and witness among others.
