JOURNEY OF A PEACE WORKER

The Reformed Institute for Theological Training (RITT) has introduced a new course in Peace and Reconciliation, marking a significant milestone in pastoral education and the Church’s response to regional conflict. The 10-week course, the first of its kind at the institute, will initially be offered to all certificate and diploma students training for ministry within the Reformed Church of East Africa (RCEA). The course was officially launched last week at the RITT campus in Eldoret. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, the Principal, Rev. Dr. Thomas Togom, underscored the importance of preparing clergy not just for the pulpit, but also for real-world challenges facing congregations and communities. “What we need is an all-rounded pastor who is able to handle issues more broadly from an informed point of view,” said Rev. Dr. Togom. RITT students take part in a Peace Walk to commemorate the International Day of Peace, as part of activities under the newly introduced Peace and Recon...

Later this year, the Reformed Church of East Africa (RCEA) will commemorate its Golden Jubilee—celebrating 50 years since it was formally instituted as an autonomous church in 1963. The jubilee celebrations, to be held across various parishes, will offer a moment of reflection on RCEA’s journey, its achievements, and its future direction.  This marks the first time the church will take structured stock of its mission since gaining independence from its Dutch missionary founders. According to Rev. Andrew Onyaiti, Deputy Moderator for the Eastern Presbytery, the Jubilee is more than just a celebration—it is a moment for introspection. “It will be a time to dig down our history, meditate and erase things that are not beneficial as we make tough decisions regarding our future,” he said. Humble Beginnings RCEA’s roots date back to the 1930s when early mission work began in Western Kenya. It was during this period that “Bwana Loubser Sending Mission” and missionary B.B. Eybers bega...