PRESBYTERIANCHURCH OF EAST AFRICA

STRATEGIC PLAN

2012 2016

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Acknowledgements
Abbreviations and acronyms
Executive Summary

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Chapter 1
1.0

Introduction

Chapter 2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5

Some Information and Facts About PCEA

Origin and Growth
Faith, Leadership, Governance
Other Church Activities
Strategic Direction and Management
The Organization Structure and Delivery of the Plan Objectives

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6
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6

Chapter 3
3.1
3.2
3.3

SituationalAnalysis
EnvironmentalAnalysis
Stakeholders Analysis
Institutional Analysis

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12
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Chapter 4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5

The Vision, Mission, Mandate, Motto & Core Values

Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Mandate
Motto
Core Values

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Chapter 5
5.1
5.2
5.3

The Three Strategic Pillars

Ministry and Mission Work
Human and Social Development
Economic Health

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20

Chapter 6
6.1
6.2
6.3

Strategic Pillars Priorities Analysis Implementation Matrix

Ministry and Mission Pillar
Human and Social Development Pillar
Economic Health Pillar

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Chapter 7
7.1.0
7.1.1
7.1.2
7.1.3
7.1.4
7.1.5
7.1.6
7.2
7.3

Implementation of the Strategic Plan, Monitoring and Evaluation

Implementation of Strategic Plan
Role of the Moderator of the General Assembly
Role of the Secretary General
Role of the Deputy Secretary General
Role of the Honorary Treasurer
Strategic Priorities falling in more than one Strategic Pillar
Role of the Presbyteries
Monitoring and Evaluation
Structure for Implementation within the Existing Church Structure

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Foreword
FOREWORD TO THE PCEA STRATEGIC PLAN
The establishment of PCEA dates way back to 1891 at Kibwezi. The Church was to meet the
spiritual needs of the workers of the Imperial British East African Co. led by Sir William Mc Kinnon.
They founded a Mission Station: The East African Scottish Mission. Due to unfavorable climate,
the mission station was later transferred to Kikuyu and later expanded to TumuTumu and
Chogoria.
The Church has since experienced tremendous growth that has witnessed the creation of many
Parishes and Presbyteries. With time, it became evident that there was a need for the church to
come up with ways of coping with changes in society.
It is against this background that the 19th General Assembly saw the need to have a
comprehensive strategic plan for the entire Church. The Results of the effort thus made has seen
the production of this Strategic Plan.
I am happy to note that this Five Year Strategic Plan contains clear and well thought out
strategies towards achievement of stated goals and objectives. The Strategic Plan will be an
important tool of informing the Church membership on the general path the Church has taken as
well as motivate them to participate in the achievement of her goals.
This Strategic Plan will help nurture synergies among the various stakeholders and avoid
duplication of effort.
It is expected that within five years, promotion of Bible Study, Discipleship, enhanced mission work
and membership growth will be achieved
Capacity building and leadership development remain central to the implementation of this
Strategic Plan. All stakeholders must be actively involved if this Strategic Plan is to succeed. The
role of the Presbyterian University of East Africa (PUEA) is critical in this regard.
I acknowledge that there are many groups and Presbyteries, Parishes and Church groups that
have on-going Strategic Plans. I encourage them to realign their Strategic Plans with this
Corporate Strategic Plan for maximum effect.
I have no doubt that with Gods help and to His glory, the full implementation of this Strategic plan
will go a long way in helping the Church realize her Mission and achieve her Vision.
RT. REV. DAVID R. GATHANJU
PCEA MODERATOR - 20TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Preparation of a Strategic Plan or any other policy document for that matter requires wide consultations
and interaction as much as possible. Inputs from stakeholders are essential for any strategic plan of
quality. Conscious of this, the Strategic Plan Preparation Committee consulted widely in the process of
preparing the plan, and we are grateful to all those who participated in the process.
From the onset and most important, we wish to thank the Almighty God for giving PCEA new
leadership with a vision, desire and drive for an expanded effective ministry and mission work.
The Moderator of 19th General Assembly, Rt. Rev. David R. Gathanju, the Secretary General Rev.
Festus K. Gitonga and the Deputy Secretary General, Rev. Francis N. Njoroge were involved at all
stages of the preparation process.
We are most grateful for the advice and guidance by this top leadership of the Church. The advice of
the Moderator and the other General Assembly officials as regards content and policy direction of the
Church (vision, mission, mandate, motto and core values) made the work of the Committee much
easier. I am most grateful for this unqualified support.
I would also like to thank all those who participated at various stages of the preparation. It may not be
possible to mention everyone by name; thus only a few are mentioned here below. Nevertheless, a list
of some of the participants is at appendix 1 at the end of this document.
The list contains stakeholders and professionals from all walks of life - a Past Moderator of the General
Assembly, ordained Ministers of the Gospel, Elders of the Church, Educationists, Investment experts,
Youth leaders, Heads of Departments and Standing Committees and Church group leaders among
others.
Further I would like to thank Dr. Jackson Njage Rwito, a Management Consultant and Mr. Sammy
Muvelah, an Investment Expert for their invaluable assistance and timely advice during the preparation
process. Their professional advice and input enabled us complete the assignment on time.
Rev. Henry Kaira, Prof. KaburuMRibu and Mr. Laban Maranga chaired working groups which
developed the implementation matrix for the Mission/Ministry work, Human/Social Development and
Economic Health Pillars respectively. I thank them and their groups for their contributions.
I am grateful to the Business Committee for advice and patience with the Strategic Plan Committee as
they awaited the final document. In addition, the Sub-Committee appointed by the Business Committee
to vet the document for publication acted with speed. This team comprised Rev. TheguMutahi, Rev.
Jennifer NjeriMuchemi, Mr.AmonNderiNganga, Mr. James Wainaina, Mrs. Sarah Waithanji and
Mr.JoramKagombe. We are most grateful to them for their work.

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In addition I am grateful to those unsung heroes/heroines who patiently typed, retyped and typed again
many drafts of this plan. These included, Mrs. Jemimah Rieu, Mrs. Rose Mwaniki, Mrs.Keziah Muhia
as well as Mutwiri and Mutugi, besides Mr. Peter Kamuthu and the Communication Department for
typesetting and publishing this important document.
There are also those who prayed for the Strategic Plan Committee as it grappled with the assignment.
We may never know the names of these prayer warriors but we thank God their invaluable ministry.
Finally, we remain most grateful to our God who guided the preparation and who will continue to guide
the implementation of this Strategic Plan for His own glory and honour.
May our Lord and Saviour reward all most richly.

HENRY N. MNAROBI
CHAIRMAN
STRATEGIC PLAN PREPARATION COMMITTEE

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ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
PCEA

Presbyterian Church of East Africa

GA

General Assembly

GAC

General Administration Committee

BC

Business Committee

JPRC

Justice, Peace and Reconciliation Committee

WGC

Womans Guild Committee

PCMF

Presbyterian Church Mens Fellowship

SP

Strategic Plan

GOK

Government of Kenya

PF

Presbyterian Foundation

FC

Finance Committee

NIV

New International Version

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Presbyterian Church of East Africa dates back 120 years ago and is one of the most established
Churches in Kenya. Right from the beginning, the Church has been involved in holistic ministry in
Eastern Africa.
In order to be more effective in its operations in obedience to the Great Commission, the Church has
decided to adopt a strategic planning approach. The Church is taking a strategicplanning management
direction that will see PCEA transformed from a Good to a Great Dynamic Model Church for effective
holistic ministry and mission work in Eastern Africa and beyond.
The Vision is therefore To be a Great and DynamicGodlyModelChurch for holistic service in
pursuance of the Great Commission. The Mission of this plan is thus To empower, equip, build
and transform Gods people for effective service through preaching, teaching and witnessing in
words and deeds .. (Chapter 4).
The plan identifies Three Strategic Pillars upon which the mission would rest:(i) Ministry and Mission work;
(ii) Human and Social Development; and
(iii) Economic Health.
The plan further identifies specific strategic priorities under each Strategic Pillar. These priorities
must be addressed, otherwise the plan would remain a dream. Chapters 5 and 6 discuss these in detail.
It will be noted that these Strategic Pillars stand and rest on no other foundation than our Lord and
Saviour Jesus Christ.
The Moderator of the General Assembly, as the Head of the Church, will be the Overall Champion of
the strategic plan. On the other hand the Secretary General will be the Operational Champion and the
Co-ordinator of the entire plan implementation and transformation process.
The General Assembly office and staff will be involved in the implementation, monitoring and
evaluation. Thus the elected officers and departments will play critical roles as indicated in chapter 7.
Finally, it will be noted that this five year Strategic Plan is for the period 2012 2016. Yet the Vision
and even the Mission can only be achieved in several five year plan periods. These are referred to as
Horizons.
Horizon I refers to the 1st Plan period (2012-2016); Horizon II refers to the 2nd Plan Period (20172021) and Horizon III refers to the 3rd Plan Period (2022-2026) and beyond.
The objectives and goals set out in this plan will be achieved through prayers, dedication and action
among all. Yes, if we obey and partner with God, all things are possible.
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CHAPTER ONE
1.0

INTRODUCTION

1.1.

In Preparing the Strategic Plan of the Church, it is understood that the overriding desire and
mission at hand is the Transformation of PCEA from a Good to a Great and Dynamic
Model Church, empowering, equipping and building the people of God for effective
ministry and mission work, locally and beyond.

1.2

This mission is to be achieved through a specially committed, zealous and vigorous approach to
Mission and Ministry Work, Human and Social Development and, Economic Health. These are
the three Strategic Pillars on which the strategic plan rests. Without dealing with the three areas
(Strategic Pillars) the plan would remain a dream. Above all dependence on the Word of God,
Prayer and action is critical. The people of God will have to pray, pray and pray and when they
have prayed, pray again.

1.3

This concept is clearly appreciated by likening it to a building or a temple with the key task as
the roof and the apex, supported by Three Strategic Pillars (Ministry and Mission Work, Human
and Social Development, and Economic Health) which in turn stand on a firm and unshakable
foundation For Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ 1
Corinthians 3:11. This is clearly demonstrated in Diagram I, referred in paragraph 1.9.1
below. In each Strategic Pillar, there are a number of strategic priorities which must be
addressed during the 1st plan period. These priorities give direction for the plans
implementation.

1.4

The specific critical priorities under the Strategic Pillars during the 1st Plan period (2012-2016)
are summarized as follows:

1.5

Enhance the mission work;

Improve financial performance;
Enhance investment activities and resource mobilization;
Improve and maximize utilization of institutions and facilities for service;
Enhance member satisfaction with service delivery;
Instill prudent debt management and control;
Build institutional and human resource capacity and competence;
Establish an integrated information and communication management system;
Create awareness in sustainable agriculture, food security and livelihoods;
Establish a system for participation in environmental conservation, enhancement
and management;
Develop a mechanism for implementation, monitoring and evaluation at all levels;

The key task which embraces Vision and Mission on the one hand, and the Strategic Pillars as
well as the Foundation on the other, will remain unchanged. However, the strategic priorities

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will be adjusted from one plan period to the other. Plan periods are referred to as horizons (see
Diagram 2, referred in paragraph 1.9.2 below)
1.6

This plan concentrates on Horizon 1 (2012-2016) without losing sight of what should preferably
be addressed in Horizons II, III and beyond. There are policy directions / options which will
take several years to realize, but their implementation must be founded on what is done in the
first horizon.

1.7

The Strategic plan concentrates on what should be done in the first horizon (2012-2016)
particularly within the three strategic pillars. The actual activities in each strategic pillar are
listed as Strategic Priorities as tabulated in Diagram I below, and discussed in detail in
chapters 5 and 6.

1.8

Embrace good governance as well as transparency, accountability and answerabilitythe

importance governance, transparency and accountability cannot be overemphasized.

1.9

THE THREE STRATEGIC PILLARS AND THE HORIZONS

1.9.1

The Three Strategic Pillars (Visualized in Diagram 1)

The core business of the Church is indeed Mission and Ministry work. Nevertheless, this cannot
be carried out effectively without qualified personnel in the relevant fields. In turn, sufficient
financial resources are required in order to develop the requisite human capital to undertake the
identified and desired mission work and financial resources to support the same.
Thus, in order to achieve the goals set out in the Strategic Plan, it is necessary to deal on a
priority basis with Mission/Ministry, Human Capital and Financial Resources. These are the
Three Strategic Pillars which support the entire Vision and Mission of the Church.

1.9.2

The Horizons 1, 2 & 3 (Visualized in Diagram 2)

The desired vision cannot be attained in one strategic plan period. It would require several plan
periods to achieve the goals set out in the Vision and Mission of the Church. These plan
periods are referred to as Horizons. Horizon 1 covers the 1st Strategic Period- 2012-2016.

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Diagram I

MIS SION
To empower, equip, build and trans form Gods people for ef fec tiv e s erv ic e
Through preac hing, teac hing and witnes s ing in words and deeds in Eas tern
Afric a and bey ond

STRATEGIC PILLARS

Ministry & Mission

Work

Human and
Social Development

Economic Health

Strategic Pri orities

Strategic Pri orities

Enhanc e missio n wo rk b y 1 5%
Loc ally & Ab ro ad.
Expansi on of L ocal & Abr oad missi on
Ope ratio nalis e Missio n Des k
Mer ge r of Nen deni & B SR Boa rd

Capaci ty b uildin g fo r p ers onn el- Cler gy,

Lait y & ot he r ch urc h wo rke rs.
Establish me nt o f ce ntr alize d HR sy ste m
Capaci ty b uildin g fo r ins tituti ons (T he PUEA
the 3 hospi tals, the T each ers T raini ng C olleg e

Imp rov e fin ancial pe rfo rm anc e a nd

Inv est ment
Ration alize use of existin g fa cilities /

Imp rov e m em be r sa tisfac tion by 9 0%

Enviro nm ental S tewa rds hip
Inte r-r eligio us rela tions hips
Imp rov e an d ex pa nd me mb er
pa rtici patio n
Establlish an d st ren gth en missi on
de st a t He ad O ffice

& Semi na ry
Enhanc e C orp or ate Gove rn anc e
Develo pm ent of an I nte gr ated IC T syst em
Develo pm ent & Im ple ment atio n mech anis m,
M & E T ools
Develo p ca pacit y f or s ocial res pon sibility,
ste war dshi p a nd s ustai nabl e liveli hoo ds

Strategic Pri orities

Insti tutio ns f or eco no mic u ptu rn at all l evels .

Foo d se curi ty a nd envi ron me ntal c ons erv atio n
Prepa rati on of a n inv est men t m an ual f or use
by me mb ers & chu rch gr oup s.
Debt c ont rol & ma nag em ent
Sustain able an d via ble i nvest me nts.
Expansi on and dive rsific ation of i nves tm ent
po rtf olio
Takin g a dva nta ge of e me rgin g of fsh ore /
ext er nal opp ort uniti es
Establish Fi nanci al & I nsur anc e ins tituti ons

EMPOW ERED AND INFORMED MEM BERSH IP

WELL TRAINED CLERGY, MI SS IONARI ES & O THER CHURCH WORKERS
SOUND BIBL ICAL TH EOLOGICAL TEACHING S

OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST

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Diagram 2:

Transformation of PCEA from a Good to a Great and Dynamic Church for effective Ministry and Mission Work
Locally and Beyond
Horizon 1
20122016

Strengthening the existing

Institutions.
Plan and start expansion
/consolidation of financial,
human and social base.
Lay plans for expanded
ministry and mission work
Review effectiveness
and/or relevance of
existing systems and
structures
Develop strong home base
Strong presence in all
counties /regions

Horizon 2
20172021

Horizon 3
Beyond 20222026

Review progress of
Horizon 1 & 2
Partnering centers in the
rest of Africa and rest of
the world.
Prepare 3rd Strategic
Plan

Review progress of Horizon

one
Consolidate PCEA presence
in Eastern Region
Prepare 2nd Strategic Plan.
Create/establish sustainable
financial and institutional
base for expanded ministry
and mission work.

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CHAPTER TWO
2.0 SOME INFORMATION & FACTS ABOUT PCEA
2.1

ORIGIN AND GROWTH

The Presbyterian Church of East Africa dates back in 1891 when directors of Imperial British
East Africa Chartered Company, among them Sir William Mackinon and Mr. A. L. Bruce,
invited a group of missionaries who came to Kenya and founded a mission among the
Kamba and Maasai at Kibwezi under the name of The East African Scottish Mission
The mission was later transferred and established at Kikuyu in 1898, from where it started
spreading to Tumu Tumu and Chogoria among other places. In 1902 another missionary
group from The Gospel Missionary Society of USA arrived in Kambui. These two mission
groups merged in 1945 to form The Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA).
The PCEA has since grown steadily and is currently found in many parts of Kenya.
Furthermore, it has its presence in Tanzania, Uganda and is also spreading to Burundi,
Rwanda and Southern Sudan among other countries, far and near, where there is a large
number of expatriate and diaspora members.
Currently the total membership of PCEA is in excess of 3 million. As at the end of March
2012, the Church had grown to 49 Presbyteries with 320 Parishes, 48 Nendeni areas and 24
Outreaches.

2.2

FAITH, LEADERSHIP, ORGANIZATION AND GOVERNANCE

On matters of faith, PCEA upholds the Reformed Theology. Indeed PCEA is of a reforming
Reformed tradition. The supreme governing and legislative body of PCEA is the General
Assembly (GA) which meets every three years to elect its Spiritual Head, The Moderator of
the General Assembly. The General Administration Committee (GAC) meets annually to
transact business of the GA in the intervening years. On the other hand, the Business
Committee (BC) also appointed and inducted by the General Assembly handles the day-today business on behalf of the GAC and the GA. However, the administration of the entire
church business is entrusted to the Secretary General who is assisted by a Deputy Secretary
General and other General Assembly officials as well as Departmental Heads.
The Church Government is Presbyterian, based on representative participation of members.
This form of government distinguishes PCEA from other churches who too belong to the
Reformed Tradition.

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The General Assembly, the Presbytery and the Parish Session are the Three Courts of the
Church. Each meeting of these courts is chaired by a Moderator, who is an ordained
Minister of the Gospel.
2.3

OTHER ACTIVITIES.
The core objective (raison detre) of the Church is Mission and Ministry WorkMinistry to
God-worship; ministry to the body of Christ; and ministry to the neighbour. Nevertheless,
from the onset, the Church understood its mandate to be holistic in nature: Hence emphasis
and heavy investment in education, health and the economic well being of mankind.
Indeed, it cannot be over emphasized that success of Mission and Ministry work is dependent
on these other areas viz financial resources; manpower/human capital; and health
considerations.

2.4

STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND MANAGEMENT

The Church has purposed to adopt a Strategic Plan approach of operation and management
in order to transform PCEA from a Good to a Great and Dynamic Church for effective
Mission and Ministry work in all parts of Kenya, Eastern Africa, the rest of Africa and
beyond. The PCEA will take advantage of emerging opportunities at national, regional and
even global levels: at the same time, the Church will remain acutely aware of challenges
posed by globalization, rapid technological and climatic changes and unexpected socioeconomic and political upheavals in some countries and regions.
The leadership of the Church is committed to the programs envisaged in the Three Horizons
(see Chapter 1.9.2) and the strategic priorities identified under each Strategic Pillar (see
Chapter 1.9.1 and Chapter 5). This ties well with the Vision, Mission, Mandate and the
Motto of the Church.

2.5

THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY OF THE STRATEGIC

PLAN OBJECTIVES
The organogram depicted in Diagram 3 here below shows that the Church has operational
structures from elder District to the General Assembly. Information can therefore flow, with
relative ease, from the General Assembly offices to elder Districts and to individual
members. Diagram 4 in Chapter 7 depicts the suggested implementation structure within
the existing Church Organizational structure.
Standing Committees and Departments have been created to make the Church more effective
in service delivery to its members and the country. Each Standing Committee represents a
specific group with peculiar interests and needs. Some of these groups include the Womans
Guild; the Men Fellowship (PCMF); the Youth; the Boys and Girls Brigade and Christian
Education. Key Departments/Boards and Committees which do not necessarily represent

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particular groups include the Finance Committee, the Health Board, Training and Personnel
Department, Evangelism and Nendeni Board and the Presbyterian Foundation which is
mandated to handle the investment portfolio of the Church.
The Groups which are represented from the congregational level to Head Office, and the
Departments will form an ideal vehicle for implementation.

Diagram 3.0

Organizational Structure of PCEA

Diagram 3.1

Existing Church Structure

The existing structure comprise the General Assembly (GA), the General Administration Committee
(GAC), the Business Committee (BC), the Presbyteries, Parishes, Congregations and Elder Districts

G.A

G.A.C

B.C

PRESBYTERIES

PARISHES

CONGREGATIONS

ELDER DISTRICTS

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Diagram 3.2

Existing Structure of the General Assembly Office

Currently, the structure comprise of the four elected officials i.e. the Moderator of the General
Assembly, The Secretary General, The Deputy Secretary General, The Honorary Treasurer and
several departments

Moderator
of G.A

Secretary General

Honorary
Treasurer

Deputy Secretary
General

DEPARTMENTS

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CHAPTER THREE
3.0 SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS
3.1

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS

This analysis examines the political, economic, social, technological, environmental and legal
conditions under which the Church operates. Since PCEA is active in several countries besides
Kenya and East Africa, it will be necessary, from time to time, to review these conditions in each
country or region.
The apparent emphasis given to Kenya in this report is simply because the country is the starting
point as the Church seeks expansion of its Ministry and Mission Work to other regions/countries.
Politically and legally, the Church must adjust and align itself to the new constitutional dispensation
in Kenya which was promulgated on 27th August 2010. No doubt, the new land policy will impact
the Church one way or another. Changes taking place within and the expansion of the East African
Community will also have a bearing on the Church.
Effects of globalization, climatic changes, technological growth, environmental degradation and
food insecurity will not leave the Church unscathed. Thus, mitigating measures will be required
from time to time.

3.1.1 PESTEL ANALYSIS

Dimension
Political

Developments likely to
affect the Church
Capacity to achieve its
objectives

Political stability in
the country of
operation

Expansion of
economic/political
blocs

Registration and
licensing of
religious groups.

Government policies
on areas of health,
education and the
economy.

Un-accommodative

Opportunities and threats to the Church

Opportunities

Development of
programs to take
advantage of the
emerging policies
and economic
groupings
Co-operation with
governments in
health training and
dealing with
HIV/AIDS

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Threats

Mushrooming of
competing
churches and
alternative
religions.
Increased use of
drugs and
substance abuse.
Marginalization
and
discouragement of
Christian Mission
Work
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Economic

policies in some
countries
Increasing level of
poverty and
unemployment in
society and especially
among the youth.
Depressed national
economic growth
General decline in the
quality of life due to
increased poverty.

Social

A growing young
population.
Growing anti-social
behaviors and
alternative social
groupings
Insecurity in both
rural and urban areas.
Evolving culture.

A growing church
population.
Increasing adoption
of integrated
approach to the
ministry
Improved
cooperation and
partnership with
other development
partners in poverty
reduction measures

High level of
poverty among the
general population
.Increased risk of
poor health and
hunger due to low
incomes.
Crime and insecurity
Unfavorable
population dynamics
.

.Increased young
membership in the
church.
Establishment of
sustainable social
programmes

Technological

Rapid growth of
computer and ICT
Efficient
communication
systems in the church
Lower costs of
communication

Development of
member friendly
services.
Increased efficiency
in church
management.
Ability to develop
specialized
ministries.
Access to wider
Christian literature
Ability to reach

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Infiltration by
people with
unsound doctrines
and faiths.
Moral decay in
society.
Increased
competition from
other faiths
Adverse effects of
HIV/AIDS and
drug and substance
abuse
Loss of sociocultural ethics and
values

Dependence by
members on
alternative
service delivery.
Ability of younger
Christians to access
un-Christian
materials.
Adoption by
members of
practices of other
churches.
Pornography.
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more people.

Degradation of the
local environment.
Poor access to
utilities

Establishment of
sustainable
environmental
programmes.

Fraud without
detection.
Loss of
membership
Increased exposure
and risk of poor
health due to
economic
hardships.

Legal provisions in
the national
constitutions.

Co-operation with

government agencies
in civic education
programmes.

Expanded freedom
of worship by
provisions of
constitutions.

Environmental

Legal

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3.2

STAKEHOLDERS ANALYSIS
This section examines the internal and external key stakeholders, their roles and expectations
in the process of implementation of the Strategic Plan.

3.2.1 INTERNAL STAKEHOLDERS

STAKEHOLDER

ROLE IN IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGIC

PLAN
General Assembly
Approval of the Strategic Plan: Being the Supreme Governing
and Legislative body of PCEA its approval of the plan will kick
off immediate implementation process.
General
Administrative Will oversee and follow up Plan implementation on annual basis.
Committee
Business Committee
Presbytery
Parish

The Committee, being the working arm of GA & GAC, will be in

charge of and evaluation on a continuous basis.
Ensure domestication of the Plan and its implementation by
Parishes and Groups in the Presbytery.
Guide and direct congregations on the process.

Institutions

Develop and/or align their corporate strategic plans in line with

the PCEA Strategic Plan

STANDING COMMITTEES/
GROUPS/ DEPARTMENTS
Evangelism,
Mission,
&
Nendeni Board

ROLE IN IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGIC

PLAN
Specifically to oversee, coordinate, and monitor implementation
of all Strategic Priorities under Mission & Ministry Pillar

Training & Personnel

Spearhead and coordinate appropriate training and development

of personnel to undertake expanded Mission &Ministry work.

Christian Education

Coordinate and work closely with Church sponsored institutions

such as, PUEA & Rubate Teachers College for expected results
as per the Plan (Human and Social Development Strategic Pillars)

- Womans Guild (WGC) &

- Mens Fellowship (PCMF)

To align their own Strategic Plans accordingly and champion

implementation among members.

To align their own Strategic Plans accordingly and champion

implementation among members.

Youth,
Boys/Girls Brigade,
Church School
Health Committee
Justice, Peace &
Reconciliation Committee

To align their own Strategic Plans accordingly and champion

implementation among members.

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Finance Committee (FC)

Presbyterian Foundation (PF)

To spearhead and champion implementation of the Economic

Health Strategic Pillar.

3.2.2 EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDERS

These can be viewed in two perspectives: within national borders, and beyond national borders
(other countries). With regard to Governments, reference is made to Departments/ Units in charge
relevant policies as opposed to Ministries, which can change from time to time.
STAKEHOLDER

ROLE AND IMPACT IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF

THE STRATEGIC PLAN

a.) In Kenya Government of

Kenya (GOK)
- Assurance of freedom of worship
National Government
- Registration of societies and companies (Attorney General)
-National Land Policy could affect Church interests and
investments

County Assemblies, City -Approval of investment plan (building etc) will reside in these
Delay in the approval process affects project
and Municipal Councils bodies.
implementation.

Education & Training

-Development of the Universities (granting of the Charter), and

other church sponsored schools will require relevant approvals
from Government.

Health

-Expansion and development of health facilities will require

Government support.

Labour

-Employment matters

Finance & Planning

-Tax exemptions as applicable

-National development plans will have a bearing on Church

b.) Other Countries

Media
Financial
Institutions

and

Other Denominations

-Work permits for Church workers

-Licenses to operate and invest
-Freedom of worship and protection of Church workers
An important partner in communication
Insurance -Source of some funds for investment and wealth creation
-Insurance Policies Institutional, Health, Personal
Competition and challenge; Partnering in some areas

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Development Partners

Projects/Programmes of mutual benefit

NGOS

Programs and activities of mutual benefit.

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3.3

INSTITUTIONAL ANALYSIS (SWOT ANALYSIS)

3.3.1 STRENGTHS

These include:

Reformed thinking (Theology)

Network Structure of the Church.
Good-will amongst its members.
Strong specialized group network
Diverse and talented members
Demonstrable rich history
Church constitution
Personnel (educated clergy & laity, professionals)
InstitutionsSchools, Hospitals and Colleges
PropertiesLand investments
Enthusiastic Partners
Good network with regional & worldwide ecumenical bodies
Compassionate and support for vulnerable groups of the society

3.3.2 CHALLENGES
These include:

3.3.3

Investment policy and direction

Bureaucracy/governance
Inadequate financial support to ministry work by some parishes and institutions.
Ineffective management of available resources
Timely implementation of Church Courts resolutions
Effects of globalization on agricultural based economy and trade
Effects of urbanization on rural congregations;
Rapidly growing population of the youth and generation gap
Effective expansion beyond traditional regions

OPPORTUNITIES

These include:

Freedom of worship
Networking with Partners
Ecumenism
Reaching out communities through institutions

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3.3.4

Information, communication technology/media

Conducive investment opportunities
Expansion of East African Community
Maximizing the usage of underutilized facilities
Diversification of economic trends
Devolved Government structures under the new constitution

THREATS

.
These include:

Other faiths and beliefs

Secularization
Environmental degradation,
Economic hardship & unemployment
An increase in HIV/AIDS and other diseases such as malaria, pneumonia,
cancer, TB among others
Increased moral decadency, gay practices, drug & substance abuse.
Food insecurity
Negative impact from modern technology
Effects of globalization on agricultural based economy.
General Insecurity.
Cults and illegal groups

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CHAPTER FOUR
4.0

THE VISION, MISSION, MANDATE, MOTTO & CORE VALUES

4.1

VISION

To be a Great and Dynamic Godly Model Church for holistic service in pursuance of the Great
Commission.

4.2

MISSION

To Empower, equip, build and transform Gods people for effective service through preaching,
teaching and witnessing in words and deeds in Eastern Africa and beyond

4.3

MANDATE

The PCEA in carrying out her Vision & Mission derives her mandate from the words of Jesus in
Acts 1:8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon; and you shall be
my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth. The
mandate is further informed by:

4.4

The Word of God in its entirety

The Practice and Procedures of Presbyterian Church
The Resolutions of the Church Courts
Presbyterian Church Traditions
Minutes of Courts and Committees
MOTTO:

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This motto is derived from Philippians 3:10 I Want to know Christ and the power of his
resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so,
somehow, to attain the resurrection from the dead (NIV)
NB: The previous motto was Jitegemea which was defined as:
Jitegemea for Mission- Mobilizing available resources for mission work
Tegemea- Depending on God.
Egemea - Leaning on Christ.
Mea Generation, Propagation and Growth in Mission work by the empowerment of the
Holy Spirit.

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4.5

CORE VALUES:

The core values include:

Moral Purity
Integrity
Respect, Truth and Justice
Accountability
Faithfulness
Commitment to Christian Witnessing
Love and Compassion
Selfless service (self sacrifice)

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CHAPTER FIVE
5.0 THE THREE STRATEGIC PILLARS
Transformation of the PCEA from a Good to a Great and Dynamic Church will require
concerted efforts and renewed commitment by all stakeholders.
As indicated in Chapter 1, the plan is supported by Three Strategic Pillars. These are
a. Ministry and Mission Work Pillar
b. Human and Social Development Pillar
c. Economic Health Pillar
The importance of the Ministry and Mission work cannot be overemphasized at any level,
yet this cannot be realized effectively without trained personnel with relevant skills. On the
other hand, human resource development and social wellness cannot be carried out
successfully without financial resources or economic health. Hence the indispensability of
the Three Strategic Pillars.
Each Pillar identifies Strategic Priorities which are to be undertaken during the plan period.
5.1

Ministry and Mission Work Pillar

This Pillar comprises the core business of the Church. In the first plan period, key strategic
priorities have been identified which must be addressed to form the platform for further
development.
These strategic priorities include:
5.1.1 Enhancing Mission and Ministry work
5.1.2

Enhancing local and International mission

5.1.3

Improving member satisfaction

5.1.4

Operationalizing a mission desk at HO

5.1.5

Merger of Nendeni Board and BSR

5.1.6

Enhancing environmental stewardship

5.1.7

Enhancing ecumenism

5.1.8

Enhancing inter religious relations

5.1.9

Establishment of a Seminary

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5.2

Human and Social Development Pillar

The key strategic priorities include:
5.2.1 Creating a critical mass of well-equipped and knowledgeable Church
personnel for quality delivery of service
5.2.2 Enhancing corporate performance, integrity, harmony and confidence within
the Church
5.2.3

Enhancing efficiency, self-sustenance and relevance for Church operations

and institutions

5.2.4 Enhancing corporate governance

5.2.5 Establishing an integrated information and communication management
system
5.2.6 Developing a mechanism for implementation, monitoring and evaluation at all
levels
5.2.7 Developing capacity for social responsibility, stewardship and sustainable
livelihoods
5.3

Economic Health Pillar

The key strategic priorities include:
5.3.1

Improvement of financial performance and investments

5.3.2

Rationalising use of existing facilities and institutions for the economic upturn
at all levels

5.3.3

Support and Development of economic livelihood, food security and

environmental conservation

5.3.4

Debt Control and management

5.3.5

Sustainable and viable investments

5.3.6

Expansion and Diversification of Investment Portfolio

5.3.7

Taking advantage of emerging offshore / external opportunities

5.3.8

Establishment of Financial and Insurance Institutions

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6.1
6.1.1

MINISTRY AND MISSION PILLAR

STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1

STRATEGIC GOAL
Enhance Mission work

ENHANCE MISSION WORK

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

Identify criteria to determine current coverage

through creation of an R&D unit

Dec 2012

GA Office

Under take research to guide activities within the

Church to adapt to key result areas of mission such
as:

Dec 2013

PUEA
in
collaboration
with Nendeni
Board
and
Christian
Education along
with Training &
Development
Committee

i) Missionaries and Evangelists training program

ii) The Outreach Foundation and projects it deals with
iii) Nendeni areas and Outreaches, Mission Area

EXPECTED
RESULTS
Accurate Church data
base

Fulfilment of the
Mission of the Church

iv) Chaplaincy
v) Evangelism committees at all levels of the Church
vi) Mission Partnerships
vii) Ecumenical Activities
Statistical analysis of data collected and interpretation

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R
&
D
alongwith the
various boards

Compararative
scenario between the
origin and current

6.1.2 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 2

STRATEGIC GOAL
Improve Local and International
Mission

ENHANCE LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL MISSION

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Re develop youth agenda and focus them as a target

group within the Church by identifying friendly
programs that are beneficial to them. Also engage
youth workers or coordinators.

Dec 2012

Director
of
Youth Affairs

Vibrant youth who can

take
up
Church
leadership

Expand Local mission to focus more on areas where

Church is under represented such as the Coast, North
Eastern, Maasai land, Samburu land etc

By Dec 2013

Nendeni Board

A Church with
national outlook

By Dec 2016

Nendeni Board

Improved international
outreach

Train and educate nationals of other countries take up

Church leadership within their boundaries

Continous
program

Nendeni Board

Ownership
Church

Expand Local institutions like PUEA and Seminary to

offer training opportunities in other countries.

2014-2016

GA
Office,
T&D
Committee,
Nendeni Board

Educated membership
and focused leadership

Strengthen and Expand Mission abroad where Church

is currently represented and new areas respectively
i.e. Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia,
Burundi and D.R.C.

Ongoing
GA
office,
Nendeni Board

Establish PCEA Churches in the Diaspora such as the

USA and Europe. Use our members there as a
launching pad for the same.

June 2012
Design a mission support mechanism for mission

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local

Members
able
to
identify with their
roots as they benefit
from spiritual
and
pastrol care
Revived mission work
in the weak areas

By Dec 2014
Train missionaries locally and send them abroad e.g.
to the weakened Churches in the West.

of

GA
Office,
T&D
Committee,
Nendeni Board

Continous
mission
activities
without
financial hindrances

work such as setting aside a minimum of 10% of our

gross budgets at all levels.

GA Office
A
Spiritual
and
emotionally
and
heathy Church family

Dec 2014
Strengthen Guiding and Counseling Center
(Spirituality Center, Nyeri) to cater for Church
workers who have gone through various stages of
Ministry related Trauma and Burnout (Ministers,
Elders, Evangelists, Regional Workers, Widows &
Widowers, Orphans of Minister). Involve laity to
support one another by establishing Stephen Ministry.
( Model case study Nairobi Central Bahati Parish).

Dec 2014

Establish peer counseling at all levels of Church

groups.

Dec 2014

All ministers
Counseling.

Dec 2014

to

undertake

Clinical

GA
Office,
Training
and
Dev Committe,
Nendeni board
Membership
direction
,,

Pastoral

Dec 2014
,,

Introduce a one year sabbatical facility for Ministers

who have served for Seven years continuously.

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Focused
leadership
within the Church
(Clinical pastrol care)

,,

,,
Create a task force to shape the way forward in this
undertaking.

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Constant audit report

on
progress
of
implementation
Rejuvenated
and
productive workforce

6.1.3 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 3

STRATEGIC GOAL
Improving Member Satisfaction

IMPROVING MEMBER SATISFACTION

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY
Identify criteria to determine current satisfaction
through creation of an R&D unit

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE
Dec 2012

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

GA
Office,
TPDC, NMB

Accurate Church data

base
Wider
and
more
satisfied membership

Identify vices that cause member dissatisfaction

which includes
a)
Poor leadership
b)
Financial mismanagement
c)
Lack of Good Role Models in the
Church, among others.
Identify measures to tackle the negative vices within
the Church

Growth of
membership

Develop and institute suitable programs to improve

satisfaction and attract new members

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6.1.4 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 4

OPERATIONALIZE A MISSION DESK AT THE GA OFFICE

STRATEGIC GOAL

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

Operationalize a Mission Desk at the

GA Office

Define the mandates of the Mission desk and mobilize

requisite resources to facilitate delivery of mission
mandate at all levels.

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE
June 2012

WHO TO
EXECUTE
GA
NMB

Office,

Organize the related sectors in an organogram. This

will define the relations within the mission functions
and the wider Church organogram.

EXPECTED
RESULTS
Sustainable
Operational Mission
Desk
Better deployment and
co-ordination
of
operations.

To enhance efficient and effective mobilization and

allocation of resources and reduce the possibility of
role conflict.
To create a system of reaching the congregation in the
fastest time possible.

6.1.5 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 5

MERGER OF NENDENI AND BSR BOARDS

STRATEGIC GOAL

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

Merge the Nendeni and BSR Boards

Prepare joint Board Papers for approval of the merger

and design the composition of the new Board

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE
Dec 2012

Provide justification, rational and outlining the impact

of the merger
Define the roles of the new Board and its work
programs to deliver set targets

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WHO TO
EXECUTE
GA
NMB

Office,

EXPECTED
RESULTS
Greater focus and
integration on the
common mission

6.1.6 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 6

ENHANCE ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

STRATEGIC GOAL

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

Enhance Environmental Stewardship

Identify and program environmental Conservation

activities to be undertaken by the Church e.g Tree
planting, rain water harvesting, developing and
sustainable energy, proper waste management,
reducing consumption and wastage, Recycle of the
waste, and Reuse what has been recycled.

On going

GA
office,
NMB, BSR

A
healthy
sustainable
enviromental

Create a task force to oversee the conservancy.

June 2012

GA
office,
NMB, BSR

Established taskforce

6.1.7

STRATEGIC PRIORITY 7

STRATEGIC GOAL
Enhance Ecumenism

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS
and

ENHANCE ECUMENISM

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY
Review strategies of maintaining relations with the
wider body of Christ and her related agencies and
Church organizations to enhance ecumenism ie
NCCK, AACC, WCRC, WCC, BSK, BTL and
Scripture Union among others.

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WHO TO
EXECUTE
NMB,
GA
Office, BSR

EXPECTED
RESULTS
Synergy
Collaboration
mission work

and
in

6.1.8 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 8

STRATEGIC GOAL
Enhance
Relationships

Inter

Religious

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

Identify other religious bodies which the Church can

be engaged with in promotion of peace and better
understanding and co-existence of mankind.

On going

NMB,
Office

GA

Develop concrete programs of networking with these

bodies to enhance mission work

Dec 2013

NMB,
Office

GA

6.1.9 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 8

STRATEGIC GOAL

ENHANCE INTER RELIGIOUS RELATIONSHIPS

EXPECTED
RESULTS
Creation of a unified
nation with a common
purpose which co exist
harmoniously
Programs

ESTABLISH A SEMINARY

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

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WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

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HUMAN AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PILLAR

6.2.1 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1: TO CREATE A CRITICAL MASS OF WELL-EQUIPPED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE

CHURCH PERSONNEL FOR QUALITY DELIVERY OF SERVICE
STRATEGIC GOALS
1.

2.

3.

Establish
training
and
capacity building policy to
enhance Church work.
Develop
training
programmes for various
categories
of
Church
employees

Develop training
programmes for Church
members

4.

Empower the Education

Department for capacity
building

5.

Design a system that

enhances mentorship of
leaders through recognition,
development and
encouragement of talent
within the Church

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD
EXECUTE

Formulate, develop and publish guidelines and

procedures for identification of needs, training and
development of Church personnel
Develop curriculums for Parochial Ministers,
Chaplains, Evangelists and general employees

Dec 2013

Dec 2014

TO

WHO
TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

GA Office
Human
Resource office
Education
Department

Manual available in all

Parishes
Curriculums available
in Parishes

Education
Department

Well-trained clergy,
missionaries and other
Church workers

Implement curriculums d for all categories of

employees

Dec 2014

Develop curriculums for Church elders, group

leaders and general membership

Dec 2014

Education
Department

Curriculums available
in Parishes

Curriculums implemented in Parishes through

seminars and trainings
Restructure and strengthen Education Department
to develop and implement training programmes

Dec 2014

Presbyteries and
Parishes
GA Office

Trained members

Establish a database for existing professionals

within the Church employees and members

September 2013

Administration
and Human
Resource office

Establish a framework for utilizing professionals

in development of leaders in tandem with the
needs of the Church

June 2013

Administration
and Human
Resource office

June 2013

Well equipped
Department with
qualified personnel
and appropriate
facilities
Up to date database in
existence and
available for reference
Improved level of
participation by
professionals in
Church matters
Improved recognition

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STRATEGIC PRIORITY 2

STRATEGIC GOALS
1.

Recentralize and
consolidate policy
management and
decision making
functions of the Church

TO ESTABLISH A HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT POLICY

THAT ENHANCES CORPORATE PERFORMANCE, INTEGRITY,
HARMONY AND CONFIDENCE AT ALL LEVELS OF THE CHURCH

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD
EXECUTE

Put in place a centralized human resource

management policy and Centralized financial
management policy in place

September 2013

Restructure current
departments at the Head
Office for efficiency and
coordination across all
levels of the Church

WHO
TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED RESULTS

GA Office

Harmonized and
centralized management
of HR issues and finance
at all levels of the Church

December 2013

,,

An audit structure

Establish and implement a feedback mechanism at

all levels
Establish and define Schemes of service and
Terms and conditions of service
Revise and implement Terms and Conditions of
service within the policy

December 2013

,,

Good corporate
governance

September 2013

,,

December 2013

,,

Rationalise major coordinating departments at the

Head Office with merger of small departments
with similar functions.

September 2013

Establish and provide a structure for Human

Resource and Administration function at the Head
Office

December 2012

Establish and implement an audit process

2.

TO

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GA Office

,,

Satisfied employees

Smooth and coordinated

operations of departments

Organized and effective

administrative functions

Administration
and Human
Resource
department

Well defined employment

terms and conditions
which are universally
acceptable

Administration
and Human

Employees informed
about their employment

3.

Establish performance
management policy for
the Church

Develop Performance Management structure and

procedures

December 2013

Resource
department

terms

Administration
and Human
Resource
Department

Performance management
policy published in
manual
Copies of policy manual
available to staff in all
Parishes

6.2.3 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 3

STRATEGIC GOALS

TO ENSURE CHURCH INSTITUTIONS ARE EFFICIENT,

PROFITABLE, RELEVANT AND SELF-SUSTAINING

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED RESULTS

1.

Rebrand Church institutions

in line with the general
strategy of the Church and
the new constitution

Develop institutional strategic plans in accordance

with the three strategic pillars of the Church

June 2013

Governance
organs of the
institutions

Institutional plans
synchronized with the
Church plans

2.

Establish efficiency criteria in

corporate governance in
institutions of the Church

Carry out situational analysis and redefine

governance structures of Church institutions

September 2013

Governance
organs of the
institutions

New and efficient Boards

and management
structures in place

Restructure Boards and Management committees

Focus management structures on economic
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3.

4.

5.

Ensure prudent management

of resources, profitability and
self sustainability of Church
institutions

Adopt strict financial management practices in all

Church institutions

January 2013

Boards of
Institutions

Unqualified audit reports

Establish sound institutional financial bases

January 2013

Boards of
Institutions

Presence of good
investment policy

Ensure relevance of Church

institutions

Create an efficient and well-structured

management and coordination system for each
sector / group

June 2013

Departments of
Education and
Health

Increased involvement of
Parishes and Presbyteries
in management of Church
institutions

Establish a system of monitoring and evaluation

June 2013

GA Office

Existence of coordinating
and monitoring network

Recruitment of Chaplains for institutions

September 2013

GA Office

Increase in Christian
mentorship in institutions

Prepare the Presbyterian University of East Africa

to be awarded the Charter and a statute

June 2013

University
Governance and
Management

Enhanced stability and

corporate image for the
university

June 2014

University
management

Increased demand and

enrolment for
programmes of the
university

March 2015

University
Governance and
Management

Enhanced stability and

corporate image for the
university

March 2013

Education
Department and
University
Management

Coordinated development
of tertiary education in
the Church

Enhance performance of
tertiary educational
institutions i.e. the
Presbyterian University,
Colleges and Seminaries

Establish new PUEA campuses and Centres in

other operational regions of the Church and other
parts of East Africa
Enhance leadership role of PUEA in development
of tertiary education

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Establish Rubate Teachers College as a

Constituent College of Presbyterian University

Prepare Rubate Teachers Constituent College of

PUEA to be a fully-fledged University
Establish a fully-fledged Seminary for training the
Clergy, Evangelists and other workers

Develop the Lay Training Centre into a full

training Institute/College for members and staff of
the Presbyterian Church and other Churches in the
region

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June 2014

GA offices,
PUEA BOT and
Rubate BOG

Increased university
enrolment

December 2016

GA Office and
Board of
Governors

Second university of the

Church

September 2014

Business
Committee

Focused training of
ministry and mission
workers

Education
Department

Homegrown institution
for training of Church
personnel

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Enhance performance and

capacity of Church hospitals
Kikuyu, Tumutumu, Chogoria and
others

Improve hospital facilities to offer services that

are in high demand

June 2014

Governance and
Management of
the hospitals

Increased number of
persons using the health
facilities

Prepare the hospitals to be fully effective as

training and referral hospitals in their respective
regions

September 2015

Governance and
Management of
the hospitals

Systems and facilities

aligned to market
demands

Empower the hospitals to provide support and

oversee functions in the nearby Church sponsored
health facilities

December 2013

Health Board and

Governance and
of the hospitals

Increased number of
persons using the health
facilities

Establish a network of collaboration among the

hospitals and link with external Presbyterian health
institutions

June 2013

Health Board

Building of synergy
among the hospitals.
Coordinated health
functions across the
Church

Establish a Health Insurance service backed by the

Church hospitals in liason with NHIF and the
MOH

March 2014

Health Board

Increase in opportunity
for usage of facilities

June 2016

Health Board

March 2014

Health Board

Increased availability of
services for members and
other clients
Increased member
awareness on good health
practices

Design a policy and develop structures for

overseeing management of the institutions

June 2013

Education
Department

Establish a collaboration network among the

institutions

March 2013

Establish new health facilities in other regions of

the Church and other parts of East Africa
Develop a comprehensive Health Education
programme for training members on good health
6.

Enhance performance
and sustainability of
schools and
technical/vocational
institutions owned or
sponsored by the Church

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System for enabling

institutions to run
efficiently and
professionally

6.2.4 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 4

STRATEGIC GOALS
1.

2.

3.

Ensure compliance with

the Church
Constitution, practices,
procedures and
approved policies

leadership of the
Church with knowledge
on corporate
governance
Enhance monitoring
and evaluation

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

1.

Develop a
communication and
information management
policy

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED RESULTS

Create procedures for ensuring implementation of

policies, decisions and resolutions in accordance
with the Church statutes

May 2013

GA Office

Create checks and balances to ensure activities and

decisions are in the best interest of the Church

May 2013

,,

Establish a framework for addressing governance

practices

May 2013

,,

Train various policy managers on standard

principles of corporate governance

September 2013

GA Office

Enlightened leadership

Develop and implement a monitoring and

evaluation policy

March 2015

GA Office

Focused evaluation of
activities and outcomes

6.2.5 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 5

STRATEGIC GOAL

TO ENHANCE CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Increased level of
adherence to the
Constitution
Reduced number of
unresolved governance
issues
Established feed back
mechanism

TO ESTABLISH AN INTGRATED INFORMATION COMMUNICATION

TECNOLOGY (ICT) SYSTEM TO IMPROVE CHURCH SERVICE
DELIVERLY
STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

Draft and publish communication Policy

June 2013

Restructure the Communication Department to

incorporate an office for information and

June 2013

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WHO TO
EXECUTE
Communication
Department

EXPECTED RESULTS
Policy available in all
Parishes
Coordinated information

communication management
2.

3.

Consolidate the use of

ICT in Church functions

Enhance capacity for

publishing and
production of
publications within the
Church

Renovate and update the website to include

information on all sectors and activities of the
Church

September 2013

GA Office
Communication
Department

Enhanced corporate
image and access to
facilities and services of
the Church

Establish ICT facilities to connect all Church

offices and institutions

June 2014

Communication
Department,
Parishes and
Presbyteries

Enhanced flow of
information across the
Church

Carry out training programmes for enhanced use

of ICT in the Church

September 2014

Increased use of ICT

facilities across the
Church

Empower the Communication Department to

manage publishing and production

March 2015

Communication
Department,
Parishes and
Presbyteries
GA Office

6.2.6 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 6

STRATEGIC GOALS
1.

Enhance Environmental
Stewardship

about the Church

Capacity to offer
publishing services to
Church institutions and
others

DEVELOP CAPACITY FOR ENHANCED SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY,

STEWARDSHIP AND SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Develop training programmes on environmental

stewardship

June 2013

A healthy and
sustainable
enviromental

Enhance environment conservation programmes

December 2013

GA office
Department of
Social
Stewardship

Initiate water conservation and management

programmes

June 2014

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Enlightened members
with capacity to
develop environmental
friendly activities

Enhance waste management programmes

2.

Enhance family, gender and

community relations

Initiate programmes for development of the family

unit, good neighbourliness and community harmony

September 2013

Enhance programmes on gender education and

harmony

June 2013

Establish programmes for mentoring and role

modelling in the Church

June 2013

Consolidate and enhance programmes for transition of

children to adulthood

June 2013

GA office
Department of
Social
Stewardship

Gender programs at all

levels

Monitoring and
mentoring programs at
all levels
Right of passage
programs at all levels

Develop and established programs for the

marginalized, disadvantaged and the aged members of
the community
3.

Developing capacity for

Sustainable livelihoods

Respective program
for the group

Develop training programmes on matters of

sustainable livelihoods for members

June 2013

Initiate programmes for ensuring food security among

membership of the Church

September 2013

Enhance member participation in social security

programmes

December2013

Initiate group and individual economic enterprises

among members of the Church

June 2014

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with capacity to
develop good christian
based interpersonal,
group and community
relations

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GA office
Department of
Social
Stewardship

Enlightened members
with capacity to
develop sustainable
economic
livelihoodsleves
Programs for
sustainable economic
livelihood at all

4.

Enhance member capacity to

participate in national and
international development
agenda

Initiate programmes for enhancing member capacity

to understand and participate in politics and public
debate on development

June 2013

June 2013
Enhance member education on participation in public
policy, governance, justice, social and economic
development and international affairs

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GA office
Department of
Social
Stewardship

Enlightened members
with capacity to
participate in and
influence the
development agenda

6.3

ECONOMIC HEALTH PILLAR

6.3.1 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1

IMPROVEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE & INVESTMENT

STRATEGIC GOALS

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

(i)Review a membership of PF to
have the relevant people with
relevant experience from the Church

1. PF to analyse the membership provision as

contained in Memorandum & Articles Association
and recommend to board the required changes
2. Recommended changes to be approved by PF,
AGM and the Church
3. PF to facilitate registration

(Ref to Min. 527/2009 PF AGM

Resolution)

(ii)The Directorship composition

should be re-looked to have the
recquired numbers with professional
qualifications
and
business
experience and ability
(Ref to clause 33 (2) (a) of MoA and
AoA)
(iii) Review the mandate , structures,
powers of the PF over the institutions
, properties and Churches which
should be under them.

(iv) Prepare Investment manuals and

other relevant Financial management
manuals

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE
By Dec 2012

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

PF Board
Directors

of
Revised Memorandum
and
Articles
Association

Elaborate the required Qualification, Experience

and Composition

Dec 2012

Board
Directors

of

Relevant professional
inputs, best practice in
all Church
investments.

Document all institutions that are supposed to be

under PF

June 2012

Board
Directors

of

User friendly and

improved Data Base

Relevant Church courts to facillitate the adoption

of such institutions into PF as mandated in the PnP
and MoA and AoA

Dec 2012

Prepare an MOU with the institutions outlining

their minimum obligations towards PF

Dec 2012

Preparation of an investment manual

June 2012

Board & GA
Office
PF Board

June 2012

PF Board and
GA office

Preparation of investment
Management manuals

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Full control of the

Guaranteed
organisations
MOU are created

Investment
and
Financial Management
manuals
Investment
and
Financial Management
manuals

(v) Performance review

institutions of the Church

of

all

Prepare and maintain updated assets register for

the foundation, its institutuitions at all levels
Set standards and procedures to analyse the
investments
Carry out audit of the investments

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Reliable assets register

Dec 2012

PF Board

Review of investment
status

Dec 2013

PF Board

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6.3.2 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 2

RATIONALISE USE OF EXISTING FACILITIES AND INSTITUTIONS FOR

ECONOMIC UP-TURN AT ALL LEVELS

STRATEGIC GOAL

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

(i) The PF shall be the holding

company of the other trading
organisations associated with the
Church.

Create a forum to bring together all the institutions

under the Church into one umbrella

Dec 2013

GA office & PF
Board

Proper control
church property

(ii) Form an Investment Committte

under
the
PF
incorporating
investment professionals within the
Church and/or market to undertake
investment analysis

Determine the membership of the committee and

qualifications required

Dec 2013

GA office & PF
Board

Maximized economic
returs from facilites

Training the committee to understand their roles

Dec 2013

PF Board

(iii) Establish and Implement a

Financial reporting system for PF, the
Church and its institutions.

Develop a reporting structure

Dec 2012

CEO & FO

(iii) Audit all entities of the Church

and the PF

Establishment of Internal Audit Department within

PF and the Church

June 2012

PF Board
GA office

Development of audit procedures

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WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS
of

Prudent
financial
management practices

and

Corrective measures

6.3.3

STRATEGIC PRIORITY 3

ENHANCE COMPREHENSIVE FOOD SECURITY AND ENVIRONMENT

CONSERVATION

STRATEGIC GOAL

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD
EXECUTE

Establish and implement a food and

environmental conservation kitty

Establish the source of funding for the kitty and

internal control measures to govern it

Dec 2012

Develop programs relating to food security and

conservancy

June 2013

6.3.4 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 4

WHO
TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Board

Program on
security
environmental
conservation
,,

food
and

Working food
program

DEBT CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT

STRATEGIC GOAL

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD
EXECUTE

(i) PF should set a debt ceiling

Ascertain asset base and credit worthiness of

beneficiaries to determine the debt ceiling

(ii) Proper planning for loan

repayments e.g re-schedule loans
longer when and is applicable- within
ongoing

(iii) Develop requisite operational

management manuals

TO

TO

WHO
TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Dec 2012

Board and GA
office

Prudent borrowing and

investment policy

Initiate Phase 1 of Milele project

Dec 2011

Board and GA
Office

Improved liquidity and

returns to the Church

Review all dues from Presbeteries and define

mechanism for repayment

Dec 2012

Identify other projects requiring financing within

the Church and weigh the availble funding options

Dec 2012

Develop and implement sound policies and

procedures in relation to Investment, Credit
Control
, Financial Mgnt and Procurement
activities in PF & Church

Dec 2012

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New
projects
Board and GA
Office

investment

Well
defined
management process

6.3.5 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 5

DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE AND VIABLE INVESTMENTS

STRATEGIC GOALS

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

Identify and evaluate projects with

reasonable returns to the Church

Empower development committees at all levels to

widen investment net and recommend to PF
bankable projects.

(Borrow success stories from such

institutions as: Milele Geust House,
Milele Resort Nakuru, Milele
Beach Hotel Milele Beach luxury
apartmentsVarious
commercial
premises run by PF, P U E A, Wogect

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Dec 2012

PF

Widen the investment

net to profitable areas

Continious

Board

Widened investment
net resulting to Wealth
creation

Anaysis of projects with a view to invest

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6.3.6 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 6

STRATEGIC GOAL

TO EXPAND AND DIVERSIFY THE INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Identify the potential of the Church

Audit all available Church Resources which are

not effectively utilised

June 2012

Foundation and
GA Office

Accurate
data
of
available resources

Project Identification

Extensive research of viable projects to be

undertaken

December 2012

PF, GA offices,
Groups,
Presbyteries

Priority
proposals

investment

Sourcing Project Funding

Preparation of Bankable Feasibility projects

June 2013

Foundation and
the investor

List
of
projects

bankable

Expansion of Existing Projects

Review all existing projects and

opportunities which can be tapped.

June 2012

Foundation

Improved
creation

wealth

December 2012

Foundation

Increased investments
and income

Explore New Opportunities within

the newly devolved system

identify

These includes:
i) Completion of second Phase 2 of Milele
Geust House Nairobi
ii) Development of health club at Milele Nbi
iii) Extension of apartments in HO
iv) Raising Jabavu flats with at least one
Level
v) Development of Tende Drive and
Convent plots to commercial status
vi) Milele Luxury apprtments project
Undertake research and identify counties with
potential of growth and identify projects in line
with the Church investment policy

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6.3.7 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 7

STRATEGIC GOAL
Research on available Opportunities

Study and understand International

Financial Market to understand
opportunities and options.

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

Establish Financial and Insurance

Institutions

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

Identify various opportunities favourable for the

church regional and beyond

Identify potential financial partners

development of the Church projects

6.3.8 STRATEGIC PRIORITY 8

STRATEGIC GOAL

EXPLORE EMERGING OFFSHORE AND EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITIES

for

Dec 2012

December 2012

WHO TO
EXECUTE
Foundation
along with
Institutional
Heads
GA
Office,
Foundation and
Institutional
Heads

EXPECTED
RESULTS
Documented
opportunities

foreign

Investments in foreign
countries
Expanded
and
diversified economic
base for the Church.

ESTABLISH FINANCIAL AND INSURANCE INSTITUTIONS

STRATEGIC ACTIVITY

PERIOD TO
EXECUTE

WHO TO
EXECUTE

EXPECTED
RESULTS

Convert Jitegemea Insurance Agency into a

Brokerage

Dec 2012

Board

Insurance Brokerage
firm

Convert Brokerage into an insurance firm

Dec 2014

Board

Insurance firm

Revert Jitegemea Credit Scheme

Dec 2012

GA Office

Control of the firm

Start Front Office Operations in Church SACCO

June 2013

SACCO Board

FOSA Opreations

Convert Jitegemea Credit Scheme to Deposit MFI

Jan 2014

GA Office

Convert MFIto bank

Jan 2016

Deposit taking
institution
Banking institution

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CHAPTER SEVEN
7.0

IMPLEMENTION OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

7.1.0

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN

In order to achieve the desired results, the Church will mobilize financial and human resources at its
disposal for the implementation of the plan.
The Business Committee will put in place implementation mechanisms after the Strategic Plan is
launched and formally adopted during the 20th General Assembly. Diagram 4 depicts suggested
responsibilities at various levels of the Church leadership towards ensuring effective implementation.
The Moderator of the General Assembly is the Overall Champion while the Secretary General will be
the Operational Champion. He will co-ordinate the entire implementation and transformation process.
7.1.1 ROLE OF THE MODERATOR OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY
The Moderator as the head of the Church will champion the implementation process assisted by all the
members of the General Assembly office. He will provide leadership towards successful
implementation within the Church.
7.1.2 ROLE OF THE SECRETARY GENERAL
The Secretary General will coordinate and provide direction on all operational and administrative
matters pertaining to the entire implementation process.
He will also address his efforts towards the successful implementation of Ministry and Mission Work
i.e. Strategic Pillar 1 of the Plan.
The Secretary General will report regularly to the Business Committee on the implementation
progress. His Office will provide the review schedule. Yearly review of the plan will update the
General Administration Committee on the progress of implementation.
A review after the first three years will be essential for the 21st General Assembly. Recommendations
regarding the emerging issues will be considered for adoption in the current and latter Strategic Plans.
7.1.3 ROLE OF THE DEPUTY SECRETARY GENERAL
The Deputy Secretary General will focus on successful implementation of Human and Social
Development Pillar i.e. Strategic Pillar 2

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7.1.4 ROLE OF THE HONORARY TREASURER

The success of the ministry and mission work depends largely on financial stability. The Honorary
Treasurer will provide leadership role in the financial system of the Church through the Finance
Committee along with the Presbyterian Foundation.
He will ensure that the Economic Health Pillar i.e. Strategic Pillar 3 plays its role in Church finances.
7.1.5

Where some strategic priorities cut across Strategic Pillars 1, 2 & 3, General Assembly Office
will consult to avoid duplication

7.1.6 ROLE OF THE PRESBYTERIES

All Presbyteries will play a vital role in successful implementation of this strategic plan. They will
coordinate implementation within the Parishes, Standing Committees and Church Groups under their
jurisdiction. The will ensure that progress reports are prepared and submitted to the Operational
Champion on timely basis.

7.2

MONITORING AND EVALUATION

All Departments, Standing Committees, Groups and Church Institutions will be required to
domesticate the Plan by aligning their respective Strategic Plans with the Vision, Mission, Mandate
and the Motto of the Church.
Each institution undertaking the Strategic Plan implementation process will be required to set up a
monitoring and evaluation team with a team leader. The team shall comprise of persons conversant
with the implementation process of a strategic plan. The team will make regular reports to the
Secretary General.
The Business Committee will be updated regularly as necessary

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Diagram 4

Implementation of the Strategic Plan within the existing Church Structure

G.A
G.A.C
B.C
MODERATOR
(OVERALL CHAMPION)

SECRETARY GENERAL
(OPERATIONAL CHAMPION)

PILLAR 1
(Ministry and Mission Work)

DEPARTMENTS/INSTITUTIONS

Mission, Nendeni

PRESBYTERIES

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DEP. SECRETARY GENERAL

PILLAR 2
(Human & Social Development)

HON. TREASURER
PILLAR 3
(Economic Health)

DEPARTMENTS
Education, Training, Health

DEPARTMENTS
Finance, Foundation

PRESBYTERIES

PRESBYTERIES

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APPENDIX 1
LIST OF PARTICIPANTS 2012-2016 STRATEGIC PLAN COMMITTEE
1. Rt. Rev. David R. Gathanju
2. Rev. Festus K. Gitonga
3. Rev. Francis N. Njoroge
4. Very Rev. Dr. Jessee Kamau
5. Mr. Henry N. MNarobi
6. Prof. Ephantus W. Kabiru
7. Prof. Erastus Nyaga Njoka
8. Rev. Nahashon Mwaura
9. Mr. Joel Ngatiari
10. Rev. John Mwirichia
11. Prof. Kaburu MRibu
12. Mrs. Veronicah Muchiri
13. Mr. Benjamin Kanga
14. Mr. Renson Nyaga
15. Rev. George Kahuho
16. Mr. Joe Wainaina
17. Mr. Laban Maranga
18. Mr. James Wainaina
19. Mr. Francis Mathea
20. Rev. Julius G. Mwamba
21. Rev. Esther Njeri
22. Rev. Japson Micheni
23. Mr. Hezekiah Gitu
24. Rev. Harun Ngere
25. Rev. Michael Mundia
26. Rev. Simon Githiora
27. Rev. Henry Kaira
28. Mr. Festus Nkonge
29. Mr. Edward Buri
30. Mr. Amon Nderi
31. Rev. Edward Karanja
32. Rev. Eustace Kabue
33. Mr. Samuel Waweru
34. Mr. Antony Njaramba
35. Mr. Meshack Mwangi

Moderator 19th General Assembly

Secretary General
Deputy Secretary General
Past Moderator
Chairman Strategic Plan Preparation Committee

CONSULTANTS
1. Dr. Jackson Njage Rwito
2. Mr. Sammy Muvelah

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