Widely known as “Chiedza Chenyika” youth movement, the fellowship initially started in 1933 going under the name “Varwi VaKristu” which was a convening of young adults with an insatiable appetite for prayer.  At commencement, it was solely meant for single adults. As time passed by, some members crossed the floor as they saw married lives. However, over the years it has proven a tall order to detonate this metallic bond as the now married openly courted the former group. To alleviate “the dilemma” a solution was curved out to consolidate the two groups into a fellowship. The culmination of it is the now vibrant ministry “Chiedza Chenyika Youth Movement” instituted in 1977. The thrust of the movement is to spur today’s youth adult into a meaningful relationship with Christ. This is animated by this tagline… “How can a young man (woman) keep his (her) way pure?” By guarding it according to thy Word.

The hallmark of RCISA youth is savvy grooming founded on the Word of God, spiritual ingenuity!!!   This is instrumental in moulding a God fearing generation which will not only ensure the perpetuity of the reformation in the body of Christ; but also bring pride to those who gave birth to the respective individuals. Astutely crafted are a number of activities meant to engage the youth to spell-bound levels so as to steer all in the ways of the Lord. The youth movement focuses on

• the complete health of a Christian;

• the well-being of the body, soul and spirit;

• Fostering entrepreneurial skills.

Are you married? If not and you are past the Sunday school stage then you are more than welcome to be part of this exciting youth that his hungry for the Lord seeking for the Unction to function. Surely you cannot miss to be part of this exciting ministry. Please note…..............

There is a praise on the inside.....

Whilst inundated of the Holy Ghost… There is nothing which surpasses self-actualization. These young men and women cannot afford to get worried regarding anything when they feel that Christ is all that they need; as they guard their hearts with all thy diligence for out of it flows matters of life. Let the youth come as we praise and worship this omnipotent God.

MOTTO

“How can a young man (woman) keep his (her) way pure?” By guarding it according to thy Word.

Objectives

The objectives of youth movement is:

• Seeking to deepen personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and to stimulate Christian young school leavers and professionals to relate their faith to daily living within the church.

• To make the Christian teaching relevant and applicable to all members of the church, thus in this way also getting to understand the matured youth with their problems.

• To attract other young people towards salvation in Jesus Christ, and thereafter strengthen and nourish them with spiritual food on national and regional basis.

• To confront and face the young professionals with God’s call to Christian service and World Evangelism.

• To encourage the presentation of the Evangelistic work among the matured youth throughout the church in accordance with the doctrinal basis of the church.

MOTTO

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverb: 22:6.

Sunday school has been and still continues to be a crucial component in the church’s role of making disciples. It is a mandate that we take heed to the calling of scriptures as we teach the word of God from tender age. “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Mark 10:14b. RCISA’s children ministry focuses on the Biblical command to train children in the ways of the Lord such that as they grow older they depart not from it. It is intended to be complimentary to the parental guidance. Emphasis is given on parents to undertake this role seriously. Relegate parental guidance to your own peril.

RCISA makes it a mission not to speak in pejorative ways when it comes to the little ones(Sunday school); but rather we live to nurture future kingdom disciples as we teach sound doctrine rooted in Jesus Christ and impart kingdom principles to them. Our teachers are God fearing individuals specially trained to speak a colloquial language tailor made for this age group. The premise hinging on the ability to disseminate the gospel to chunks these little can easily assimilate.

As a RCISA we fully understand this concept and we appeal to all parents and guardians to understand that the scripture says “Through the praise of children and infants you have established a stronghold against your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger. Psalms 8:2”. There is Divine blessings that comes with the little ones’ praise and worship God.  With open and warm arms, let the little children come to the Lord and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to them Mark 10:14b. Bring your kids to church and they will grow in the Lord. It is a God given responsibility for parents to make sure their children grow up knowing Jesus. At RCISA, we have Sunday school teachers who are trained by men and ordained by God to teach the kids and lot of activities are done along the year including Sunday school camps. There is Joy in Christ for the kids.

MOTTO

A husband as indicated by the bible is the head of his family, a shepherd and a priest in his household. A husband shoulders a tethering responsibility as the vision bearer in these critical perverse moments whereby the social fibre is currently witnessing inevitable degradation. Decision is upon the man’s head… for life or death, blessings or curses regarding both personal and family lives.

As fathers and man in Christ, we cannot afford to sail with the world’s wind and expect a better life and promising future for our families, ourselves and communities. We have to stand firm as a shepherd who protects the flock from any calamities. As such, at RCISA Married Men’s Fellowship we ensure that by sharpening and strengthening men through God's Word, fellowship, encouragement and support (“As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.” - Proverbs 27:17.)

RCISA strives to groom Kingdom men who can accomplish the impossible in their personal and family lives by allowing God to minister through them. A solid man scatters the seed of diffusion and division. Zechariah 13:7 "...Strike the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered..." Our teachings and philosophy is to build up a solid man who has no communion whatsoever with worldly lusts and passions, but whose sole pursuit is apprehension of the Kingdom of heaven. (“From the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of heaven has been forcefully advancing, and forceful men lay hold of it.” - Matthew 11:12.)

RCISA Married Men’s Fellowship desires to see all families flourishing giving birth to a bourgeoning church, nation and eventually, generation. This ministry and fellowship of heads of families, priests of homes, allows all to share ideas on heading families as instructed by the word of God. Our ministry aims to reveal Jesus Christ to all men for the Kingdom of God to manifest tangibly in their lives. No one can claim to be perfect, so we counsel each other with God’s Word, mastering kingdom principles, so that families shall not scatter. Are you a married man? Then this is an essential ministry that you ought to join without fail.

"Play on play on" says the ref

There are many activities that are done while we are camped as men as we make sure the reformed men keep having fun at church. You cannot afford not to be part of the married men's fellowship ministry if you are a man. There are 2 things involved, either you will enjoy, or you will enjoy. Evangelism soccer for men is growing significantly, come let’s play and praise the Lord together in harmony.

How to join Men’s Fellowship?

MOTTO

Whether Adam knew that he needed a helper or not, it really doesn’t hold substance. What is significant is the fact that God knew and sees it fit and then He made a helper available for him. Within the same vein, whether our husbands request for help or know that they need help is not an issue.  It has been seen by God that they need help hence married women should play the role of helping their husbands; be available to offer help as and when it is needed as the Word of God entails.

At RCISA Married Women's Fellowship, we seek to uncover what God expects for wives and mothers in Christ. What does being a helper entail? What does God expect from you as women and wives? What is your purpose as wives in the families God has placed you? All this will be unravelled in the word of God. RCISA Married Women’s Fellowship is dedicated to glorifying God by bringing women into a more intimate relationship with Jesus as through the use of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, prayer and praise, meditation, study of the Scriptures and loving fellowship. Are you a woman and have you for once entered the marriage institute? This is the best ministry for you as you will have many questions answered in the Lord.

Aerobics.... Feel the burn....

Even as women of God, we have time to do our workouts as we know its importance. Every women’s responsibility is discussed and taught when we gather as women called by God.

How to join Women’s Fellowship?

MOTTO

Where you go, I will go, and where you stay l will stay…. (Ruth 1:16).

Healthy marriages are a strong foundation to healthy families and sound teaching based on God’s principles. It is the interest of God to see families united and marriages sail through time. The question we ask is, when it comes to marriage, how serious is God? The answer is Very serious - “till death do we part.” RCISA Couple ministry is established to minister to couples such the embers of the first love stay fanned up till the end of the times. End result – witnessing robust families. While marriage has the benefits of companionship and procreation, its primary purpose as highlighted in Genesis, is to fully supply all necessities needed for mankind to carry out the charge called “dominion.” God almighty delegates to mankind the full responsibility of managing His earthly creation and it’s interesting to note that healthy, biblically based marriages make this possible.

RCISA Couples’ Ministry stands in the gap. A lifelong, healthy marriage to you is at our beck and call.  Marriage is a well-respected union ordained by God and as such all the needed ingredients to make it work and lovable are rooted in the scriptures. The model of the ministry is to assist both husband and wife to fully comprehend that marriage is a covenantal union designed to strengthen their capacity to rule the sphere where God has placed them.

Objectives:

• To create a national Christian couples league within the church for the purpose of seeking to deepen personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

• To conform and face couples with God’s call to Christian services and World Evangelism.

• To encourage the presentation of the biblical truth as outlined in the doctrinal basis of the league in accordance with RCZ doctrinal teachings.

Intercessors’ Ministry (Varwi Vekunyengetera)

Pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17)

PRAYER: The gateway to intimacy and interacting with God has the power to change lives, families and the world at large

The RCISA intercession ministry is the only ministry that can be joined by anyone at any age regardless of his or her gender or relationship status. This is a ministry for those who enjoy drowning in God's glorious presence through prayer. RCISA prayer group delights in being in the presence of God in prayer, a place where we surrender and let go off pride with humility, where hope is lifted, and supplication is made to God almighty through our Lord Jesus Christ. We call upon members to come before the Lord, admitting our needs as we claim total dependence upon God.

RCISA prayer group members are always alert and diligent to pray for the individual and corporate needs of the church, the community and nations, pouring their heart to God. Be it in the realm of healing, family, or any other challenge, the RCISA Prayer group always stands in the gap for the needs of the church and everyone.

Varwi Vokunyengetera, the Shona language term for intercessors, are an integral part of the body of Christ, having a duty to stand in the gap praying for the church and the body of Christ as a whole. Prayer is the way we live, as intercessors, all we do is pray, pray, and pray regardless of how bumpy the road is. As prayer warriors we fully we understand that when man has no power to stand, he or she can still kneel and talk to the alpha and omega, the author and provider of life.

As we intercede for others, we know that we are following in the steps of the Holy Spirit as He intercedes for us to the Father also. (Romans: 8:26): Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.

You are all invited to this awesome ministry of prayer.