MAY 2026

Dear Friends,

HAPPY 66th ANNIVERSARY ZAOGA FIFMI!

As we continue in our history month, it’s a time to be reminded of where we are coming from and look forward to where we are going as ZAOGA FIFMI. Knowing our church history is important.
Please send your Ezekiel H. Guti Day celebration and/or Anniversary celebration videos and pictures to [email protected] or WhatsApp on +27 78 868 5857.

DZIVARESEKWA EXTENSION BETHEL DISTRICT

What a phenomenal day it was at Dzivaresekwa Extension Bethel District. The air was electric with joy and reverence as the District, under the dynamic leadership of DPs John and Ruth Sithole, celebrated its Official Opening and Church Dedication. The anointing was palpable as our father, Archbishop Dr. Joseph Joe Guti, together with Apostle Nyasha Miriam Guti, arrived at the venue. Bishop N.K. Guti led the dedication, declaring the church a sacred haven where God hears and answers prayers. Esteemed guests in attendance were Secretary General Bishop Mishael & Rev Leticia Nyambo, Bishop Mlambo and Pst Shirely, amongst others.

The Dzivarasekwa local leadership and government officials joined the throng, swelling the atmosphere with expectation. The event featured Archbishop Guti’s powerful message, which centered on true discipleship and fruitfulness (Luke 3:8). This left the congregation awestruck. Referencing our father, Prof. E.H Guti’s books, he urged believers to embody godly character, remain teachable, and surrender to God’s purpose (Hebrews 3:4). The congregation was reminded of their angelic assignment (Understanding Your Angel, page 47) and the importance of godly speech (Respect That Brings Godliness, page 40). The service was a glorious blend of praise, worship, and life-changing ministration. The 1,630-strong crowd erupted in jubilation as eight souls gave their lives to Jesus, and many received healing. A day of unbridled celebration, renewed commitment, and unforgettable moments!

SOLOMON ISLANDS

We thank God for joining the FIFMI family to celebrate the 66th Anniversary in Honiara, Solomon Islands, under Overseers Rueben and Trace Makosa and our National Leaders. Pastors Tawanda & Mandie Lameck, Richard & Tiberia Manase, Elders, Deacons. It was with so much joy and excitement that believers from five provinces welcomed DSG Bishop Dr Steve Simukai and Dr La-Verne Simukai at Henderson Airport. What an honor!

Ladies meeting hosted by Overseer Trace Makosa, with 92 ladies in attendance, where Dr La-Verne preached on the importance of prayer and working talents as the church’s backbone.

As the whole church gathered for the weekend of celebrations, Bishop Dr Steve taught on keeping boundaries (Proverbs 22:28) and the importance of three stones—history book, African apostle, and guidance rules & policy. Dr La-Verne taught on Church History. Emphasis was placed on both vertical and horizontal relationships. A move of the Holy Spirit was witnessed, and 36 people received the baptism of the Holy Spirit with speaking in tongues.

Many were delivered from ailments, including headaches, fibroids, and left-side pain. Sunday attendance rose to 406. Bishop Dr Steve taught on the House of God—a house of prayer, power, and praise. 31 people gave their lives to Jesus Christ. The National Leaders guided the DSG to the mission house in Kombivatu (95% complete) and then to the National Centre site in Kongulae, purchased and approved for construction. Bishop Dr. Steve & Dr. La-Verne Simukai gave the church all the required money for fencing the National Centre. We are thankful as that has helped us to begin the work towards fencing the centre. Glory to God!

We ended with a farewell service at Naha Community Hall on Monday night and sent them off on Tuesday with joy unspeakable. Indeed, haiperi ZAOGA — Legacy Continues.

UNITED KINGDOM

Wales, Bristol & Somerset Region – We give glory to the God of our father, Ezekiel Guti, for a joyful and successful celebration of the 66th Anniversary of ZAOGA FIF in the Wales, Bristol & Somerset Region under the leadership of Rev Newman and Rev Alice Kuzamba. Believers reflected on the history of the ministry through the reading of the history book and the sharing of powerful testimonies. Dr David Simango ministered on this year’s theme, bringing encouragement and deeper understanding to the saints. Over 40 gadgets logged into the online sessions.

The celebrations reached their peak on Sunday, with over 200 saints in attendance. The atmosphere was full of thanksgiving as believers celebrated the church anniversary with old songs, testimonies, and cake cutting. Deliverance took place as many people experienced freedom and restoration through the power of God. It was truly a memorable and life-transforming celebration. All glory be to the God of our father, Ezekiel Guti.

Ireland and the Isle of Man – The ladies’ retreat began on Friday evening in a peaceful atmosphere of prayer and reflection under the leadership of Pst Christine Kurumidzai Sabvute, who welcomed the ladies and shared the purpose of the retreat, encouraging spiritual cleansing, repentance, and seeking God with sincere hearts. The evening session included devotion, Bible reading from Isaiah 58, and powerful teachings by Overseer Talent Mayemu on “Secret Faults,” leading many into deep prayer and repentance until the early hours of the morning.

On Saturday, ladies gathered joyfully in themed attire as Overseer Talent Mayemu ministered on forgiveness and genuine fear of God, encouraging everyone to release bitterness and pray with clean hearts. The afternoon focused on giving, faith clinic, and prayer, while the night session became a powerful Holy Spirit encounter where many experienced God’s presence, received new tongues, spiritual gifts, healing, joy, and prophetic words. Sunday was filled with joy and thanksgiving as the ladies gathered in beautiful floral attire for teachings on the importance of pastors and the Word of God. The retreat ended with fellowship, group photos, and lunch. God proved Himself faithful throughout the gathering as many lives were renewed, strengthened, refreshed, and spiritually revived.

AUSTRALIA

Victoria – We give glory to the God of our father for the success of our five-day Word Festival from 11th to 15th May 2026, held immediately after the Anniversary Celebrations to continue the celebration and reflect on the legacy of our father through prayer, fasting, and the Word of God. The speakers included Dr Cathy Marurama (USA), Evangelist B.F. Mhundwa (Jamaica), Overseers Chriswell & S’lee Madimutsa (Zimbabwe), Pastor Farai Kupamhama (China), and Evangelist Carlton Mutizwa (Bahrain). Attendance ranged from 110 to 130 gadgets per day (approximately 200+ people daily), with participation also from interstate and overseas.

The festival covered key doctrines of the Christian faith, including Salvation, Deliverance, Prayer, Faith, Giving, and the Holy Spirit. Overseer S’lee Madimutsa taught on salvation’s three stages (we were saved, we are being saved, and we shall be saved), while Evangelist B.F. Mhundwa taught that deliverance breaks spiritual strongholds and is a process. Overseer Chriswell emphasized that faith works through speaking, Pastor Farai highlighted the power of persistent prayer and righteousness, and Dr Cathy Marurama taught on tapping into the grace of being rich through giving. Evangelist Carlton taught on the Holy Spirit, with many receiving spiritual gifts and speaking in tongues after ministering.

We remain forever grateful to the God of Ezekiel for the joy, revival, healings, deliverance, and impartation of spiritual gifts that came through this online Word Festival to the Saints in Victoria.

THAILAND AND CAMBODIA

We are so grateful to the God of our father, Ezekiel, who allowed us to partake in the grace of celebrating Ezekiel H. Guti Day in our nation and also our church anniversary.

For Ezekiel H. Guti Day, we honored our father’s life through activities that reflected how he served before being promoted to glory. The church embarked on a 7-day step challenge starting on Monday, 27 April, using an app to track steps, and as one family, we collectively clocked over 1.6 million steps. As part of Asia; Thailand and Cambodia joined the 100 hours Global Prayer Chain on 2 May; the prayer was intense and uplifting, and after the prayer, those in Bangkok gathered in Lumpini Park for aerobics and a walk despite the hot weather.

For the anniversary, we began on Monday, 4 May to Wednesday, 6 May, with corporate gatherings to read the Book of Remembrance, and we concluded the services with powerful testimonies of how people came into Forward in Faith and experienced transformation in their lives. Our celebrations officially started on Thursday, 7 May, and continued through Sunday, 10 May.

The church in Bangkok gathered physically and online for powerful anniversary services filled with teachings, prayer, testimonies, singing, and fellowship. Two ladies were filled with the Holy Spirit, one woman gave her life to Christ, and many received deliverance and healing, including a girl healed from a headache after prayer on Zoom. The celebrations ended with Holy Communion, cake cutting, and thanksgiving for the life of our father and the church anniversary.

GUYANA

We give glory to the God of Ezekiel for His faithfulness. The ladies gathered online for a powerful prayer meeting, and the Friday service was powerful. On Sunday, Bible Study was led by Pastor Fanuel, who taught from the history book, focusing on the fundamentals of prayer. Following a powerful testimony from a woman after she was prayed for, she received a call for her house lot after waiting for a long while. The Word was then ministered by Student Pastor Patrick, who taught about salvation. It was a powerful message that left everyone praying for their lives. We are grateful for your prayers and kindly ask that you continue to pray for the completion of our church building.

BARBADOS

Ebenezer Assembly
Forward in Faith Ministry International, Barbados – Ebenezer Assembly, thanks the God of our father, Archbishop Ezekiel Guti. During our week of prayer and fasting, believers gathered for prayer and the Word of God under Isaiah 58:6, focusing on breaking yokes, loosening bands of wickedness, and setting the oppressed free.

ZAOGA FIFMI Youth for the Nations led their first Sunday service moderated by Vice Youth Advisor Sister Monique Farquharson, which included joyful praise and worship, a special presentation, and an interactive Bible quiz. Powerful testimonies were shared, including one woman who encountered Jesus at age 9 and testified to God’s healing and preservation. A powerful word was preached by Youth Advisor Deaconess Naomi Galloway titled “This Is My Due Season.” Two individuals received Christ, and one person was water baptized immediately after the service. Attendance was 29 adults, 13 youths, and 10 children, including 4 visitors. We bless God for His work in and through the Ebenezer Assembly as we continue to grow in number and spiritually.

ZIMBABWE

Waterfalls Province
Under the leadership of Overseers S. & I. Machuwaire and Provincial CE Pastor Tayana, we had a successful YG prayer retreat in Bindura. A total of 114 children attended. Through Isaiah 58, the children were greatly helped. Children began to pour out one by one, and it inspired them to take action to improve their spiritual lives. The children took a tour, prayed around the gum tree and Bindura Prayer Mountain, which helped them understand the history of the church—where it comes from and where it is going. All glory be to Jesus!

Seke North Province,
Under Overseers Dr Patrick and Dr Fungai Marukutira Muvungani, CE held a powerful Prayer Retreat at Seke 5 District from 15–16 May 2026. The retreat was a great spiritual experience for 73 attendees, focusing on spiritual growth and resilience against negative peer pressure.

Our Speaker, Pastor Kudzai Mashiri, ministered from Isaiah 58, inspiring personal reflections and a deeper connection with God. The atmosphere was transformative, with deep confessions and deliverance moments that brought healing and freedom to all. We also commend the visionary leadership of Ministry Director Pastor Petros Dope, whose initiative made this impactful program possible.

Harare North – Denda Region
We give glory to the God of our father, Ezekiel H. Guti, for the successful Explosion Crusade in Denda, hosted by the Glen lone Extension Region under Regional Pastors L & C Mawunde, and Harare North Platinum Province Overseers J and J Ganyiwa. The crusade ran from 14–17 May 2026 with a team of twelve (12) young evangelists. In total, 110 souls surrendered to Christ, 15 people were filled with the Holy Spirit, and 25 believers were water baptized as a public declaration of faith.

Outstanding miracles and testimonies:

• A woman was healed of short-sightedness.
• A young girl was gloriously delivered from the spirit of madness.
• Several people were delivered from initiations and witchcraft.
• Several individuals were set free from ancestral spirits and spiritual bondage.
• A woman who had suffered from severe leg and back pain for many years received complete healing.
• An elderly woman who was seriously ill was instantly healed by the power of God.
• Many people were delivered from dreaming of eating something.
• A woman who had experienced numbness in her leg for almost a month received healing after prayer.
• A man who had walked with a bent back for many years was healed and stood upright again.
• A young man suffering from sharp chest pains received healing after prayer.

Bulawayo Zone
We are grateful for what the Lord continues to do in advancing the vision of Families Builder Ministry. The Bulawayo Zone successfully held a powerful two-day Field Trip beginning on Friday, 16 May 2026, with a pastors’ session attended by 55 pastors and 4 Provincial Overseers. Rev Hillary and Rev Jestina Nyakutya taught on the ministry vision and objectives, family quality time, and the role of pastors. The combined leaders’ sessions were greatly impactful, with 102 leaders attending on Friday evening and 106 on Saturday. The Field Trip left leaders refreshed, empowered, and excited to implement what they learned at their respective centers. Glory be to God!

Chinhoyi – Hunyani International Christian Centre
Glory to the God of our Father! Hunyani International Christian Centre successfully celebrated its 66th Anniversary from 7–10 May 2026 under the leadership of District Pastors Samuel and Nyasha Mapokotera.

Powerful teachings by Senior Pastors Chibika and Clara Mpofu transformed and revived many lives. Sunday’s celebrations included evangelism, joyful marches, and a prophetic word that led two people to Christ. Powerful testimonies were shared, including miraculous childbirth after prayer, and a young man was delivered from drug and substance abuse, now serving faithfully in the house of God.

The event was honored by Marian Chombo and other dignitaries, who applauded the impact of ZAOGA Forward in Faith Ministries International in the community and nation. Attendance reached 617. Glory be to God!

P.S

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This week:

1. Thanking God for our father, the Archbishop Dr. Joseph Joe, and our mother, Apostle Nyasha Guti, may God give them wisdom and grace as they lead the church, and grant them visas for the nations they need to visit this year.
2. Thanking God for the 2 Apostles: SG Bishop Mishael & Pastor Leticia Nyambo, and the DSG Bishop Dr. Steve & Dr. La-Verne Simukai, for the wisdom and grace God gives them as they carry out their assignments.
3. Thanking God for our mum, Apostle Prof. Eunor Guti, that He continues to strengthen and refresh her daily. Thanking God for wisdom and grace in all the ongoing projects and work . Thanking God for the continued success of the mission in Chitungwiza.
4. Thanking God for Archbishop Dr. Mateus & Dr. Petronela Simao, Archbishop Elias & Bishop Prisca Soko, the bishops and apostles, overseers and all leaders.
5. Thanking God for the peace of Jerusalem. Psalm 122:6 “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem…”
6. Thanking God for the Zonal Deeper Life Conferences to be held in different nations in the month of May. May God anoint the speakers and steer the hearts of the leaders to attend. Thanking God for journey mercies as leaders travel to and from the conferences in their nations.
7. Thanking God for the ongoing construction of the Ezekiel Guti Jr (EJ) Legacy Center for people with special needs. May God continue to provide the items needed for the students.
8. Thanking God for Mbuya Dorcas Hospital (MDH), for the successful completion of the operating theatres, the ongoing construction of the postgraduate nursing school, the realization of the special Diabetes pharmacy, and every other project lined up at the hospital. Thanking God for raising burden bearers who will partner and support the vision that God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
9. Thanking God that ZEGU continues to excel and that the vision is fulfilled, as God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
10. Thanking God for the growth of the Ezekiel Guti Technical College (EGTC). The staff and students to understand the vision God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
11. Thanking God for the long-term and short-term missionaries. Thanking God for providing suitable meeting places and favorable prices, finances to build, vehicles to transport people to church, as the FIFMI churches continue to grow. Thanking God for the registration process of FIFMI Thailand, Egypt, Cameroon, Slovakia, Poland, and South Korea. Thanking God for the construction of the churches in Guyana and Ghana. Thanking God for peace in areas that are not politically stable. Thanking God for protecting the different nations from heavy rains and hurricanes in their areas.
12. Thanking God for your nation.

TEACHING: PART OF BABA & AMAI’S MESSAGE

2022 Baba Guti’s Birthday Message:

That is what God is going to do as you keep on trusting, believing the word of God.

You will be surprised, have faith, the things of God are not received with natural eyes. Believe inside, then you will be surprised when God begins to do things. Things begin to rise up. Poor people, God begins to bless the small things they have.

I see someone struggling. What am I going to do about Talents? Don’t worry, have faith. It is going to happen by itself. The small things you touch, believe it. Believe according to scripture, which says when you believe it, then things happen. What am I going to do about Talents? Don’t worry, have faith. It is going to happen by itself. The small things you touch, believe it. Believe according to scripture, which says when you believe it, then things happen.

So, I speak blessings all over the world for those who are praying for me for this Birthday.

Thank you. Thank you. God bless you

We love you and are praying for you.

Apostle Drs. Steve & La-Verne Simukai

ZAOGA Forward In Faith Ministries Int.
+263 777 282 356, +263 777 282 092
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