SEPTEMBER 2026

Dear Friends,

HAPPY 66th ANNIVERSARY ZAOGA FIFMI!

LEGACY NATIONAL BIG SUNDAY

We are deeply grateful for the blessing conferred upon us by the God of Ezekiel as ZAOGA FIFMI. On Sunday, 20 September 2026, we convened at Glamis Arena, Showgrounds, in Harare for our Legacy National Big Sunday, where we welcomed our father, Archbishop Dr Joseph Joe Guti, and our mother, Apostle Miriam Nyasha Guti. We had a total attendance of 53,300 people. The arena was filled with jubilation as we celebrated this grand occasion. In attendance were our mom, the Senior Archbishop Prof. E. Guti, SG Bishop M. and Rev. L. Nyambo, DSG Bishop Dr. S. and Dr. L. Simukai, Archbishop E. Z. and Bishop P. Soko, Bishops, Apostles, EFZ members, guests from other ministries, Government officials, international representatives, Overseers, Pastors, and the ZAOGA FIFMI family at large. A total of 78 buses ferried people from different provinces across the country.

Sterling performances were given by artists from different provinces across the country and the Kingdom Music Dance (KMD). Musicians such as Pastor D. Mabvuramiti, Pastor Haisa, Sir Benjamin Rupapa, Vocal Base, Faith Makoni Mafunda, and Probity Mutsambiwa ushered the congregation into a heartfelt and electrifying praise session. Our Mom, Senior Archbishop Professor Eunor Guti, reaffirmed that our father, Archbishop Joseph Joe Guti, was not chosen by any board through elections but was chosen by God Himself. She assured our father, Archbishop Joseph Joe Guti, and our Mother, Apostle Miriam Nyasha Guti, of her allegiance and that the church will obey them just as we obeyed our father, Ezekiel H. Guti, praying that the God of Ezekiel would be with them. A video clip featuring our legendary father, Archbishop Ezekiel H. Guti, speaking on righteousness and the blessing God showed him, hanging above His church while he was praying, was also played.

The Speaker of the day, our father, Archbishop Joseph Joe Guti, presented a life-transforming teaching, exploring the purpose of the legacy through the lens of church history and Scripture. He underscored the significance of individual responsibility in perpetuating the legacy, advocating for righteous living and not tampering with church doctrine. Following the teaching, 224 individuals gave their lives to Christ, while 52 rededicated their lives to Christ. A total of 73 underwent water baptism, 316 sought healing from different ailments, and 112 were delivered, accompanied by a profound manifestation of the Spirit of the Lord. We give all the glory to God.

TODAY’S WOMAN WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

The 18th of September 2026 will remain remarkable in the lives of the women who gathered for the Today’s Woman Women in Leadership Conference, held at Rainbow Towers Hotel (Jaranda 1, 2 & 3) under the theme, “A Day with Archbishop Dr. Eunor Guti.” Over 400 women in leadership, including Bishops, Apostles, Prophetesses, Pastors’ wives, and other women leaders from more than 60 denominations, gathered for a day of inspiration, empowerment, and learning. Our Mother, Apostle Nyasha Guti, Director of Today’s Woman Dr. La-Verne Simukai; Chairperson of Today’s Woman, Pastor Lucy Kawenda; and former Minister of Harare Metropolitan Province, Honourable Mirriam Chikukwa, were also part of this phenomenal gathering. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as Archbishop Eunor entered the house, which was filled with jubilation and a tangible presence of God.

Archbishop Eunor, the visionary and patron of Today’s Woman, shared impactful teachings on good character, submission, having a teachable spirit, etiquette, and forgiveness, leading into a powerful session on emotional healing and deliverance. The conference also featured an interactive question-and-answer session, allowing participants to seek wisdom and gain practical insights from our mother’s experiences and teachings. Many women testified to personal transformation and positive change as a result of the messages shared. It was a glorious and successful gathering as women leaders drank and partook of the same anointing that was upon our legendary father, Archbishop E.H. Guti, through our Mum. The women were equipped, refreshed, and renewed to return to their churches and make an impact. Indeed, our nation will not remain the same as these women carry what they received back to their churches and communities. Glory be to the God of Ezekiel.

GLOBAL WISEMAN CONFERENCE 2026 – 3rd Edition

The Global Wiseman Conference 2026 was a powerful gathering held at the Ezekiel Guti Convention Centre from 17–19 September. Hosted by our father, Archbishop Dr. Joseph Joe Guti, the event opened with the Men of Integrity International Executive meeting before transitioning into the main conference. With the theme Restore, Empower, Dominate (RED), the conference drew over 3,000 delegates from all six continents, making it a truly international event. The presence of both Archbishop Dr. Joseph Joe Guti and Senior Archbishop Prof. Eunor Guti brought spiritual depth, encouragement, and practical teachings on discipleship, marriage, and family life.

The program featured impactful messages from renowned leaders such as Bishop Mishael Nyambo, Bishop Dr. Steve Simukai, and Archbishop E. Z. Soko, alongside government ministers who are elders in the ministry. Delegates also received wisdom from an archived message by Archbishop E. H. Guti, the visionary founder. The teachings emphasized obedience, integrity, and the importance of men stepping into their roles as leaders in both family and society, while also identifying opportunities in the evolving global economy.

The impact of the conference was profound: 20 men gave their lives to Jesus, 73 were water baptized, and countless testimonies revealed how lives were transformed. Men left empowered to be better husbands, fathers, and leaders, embodying the RED theme in their personal and professional lives. With its blend of spiritual revival, practical empowerment, and international fellowship, the 3rd edition of the Global Wiseman Conference marked a defining moment in men’s ministry, leaving behind a legacy of changed lives and renewed vision.

BARBADOS

On Sunday, 20 September 2026, FIFMI Barbados Ebenezer Assembly had a powerful service in the presence of the Lord. Sister Cheryl led the devotion, followed by an interactive Bible Study by Elder Sylvia Gibson, focusing on our identity in Christ and living out the fruit of the Spirit. Members also shared faith-building testimonies of God’s goodness.

Elder Jermaine Brown ministered from Romans 8:28 under the theme, “The Power of God That Worketh in and Through Us,” encouraging believers to trust in God’s power and purpose. The service was attended by 12 adults and 6 children, making a total of 18. Indeed, it was a powerful time in the presence of the Lord God of our Father, Ezekiel.

ZAMBIA NATIONAL HOSTING SEMINAR – 1St Edition

We thank the God of our father, the legendary Apostle E.H. Guti, for allowing us, through the support of our National Administrator, Rev. Godfrey Chipoya and Pastor Joyce Chipoya, to hold the first-ever National Hosting Seminar on 19 September 2026 at Kabwata Ezekiel Guti International Christian Centre. The seminar was opened with an insightful biblical teaching on why we host guests by the National Hosting Director for Zambia, Elder Matrida Chikweleti.

Elder Fiona Gotora and Elder Aida Kamupini, from the Office of the International Director, Overseer Eunice Matsikanyere, were the guest speakers. They shared insightful teachings and personal testimonies on how God has transformed their lives through hosting. Topics covered included the history of hosting, character of a hostess/steward, keys to effective hosting, pre-planning, pulpit etiquette, benefits of hosting, bathroom makeover, stewards and protocol.

The seminar concluded with a question-and-answer session that brought clarity on various aspects of hosting, followed by a closing prayer and benediction by Overseer Doreen Masikini. The physical attendance was 44, with 15 gadgets logged in online. We thank God for the support from the International Office and believe the standards of hosting in Zambia will continue to rise.

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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 success of the Global Wiseman Conference, held in Harare, Zimbabwe, this past week. Lives were forever changed.
7. Thanking God for the success of the Today’s Woman Leadership Conference held on September 18, 2026, at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare, Zimbabwe. Indeed, God honoured the prayers of the saints. The women are forever changed.
8. Thanking God for the Australia Zone 1 Deeper Life Conference to be held in Sydney, Australia this Thursday, September 24-27, 2026. May God anoint the speakers and enable the leaders to attend.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Thanking God that ZEGU continues to excel and that the vision is fulfilled, as God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
12. 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.
13. Thanking God for the long-term and short-term missionaries. Thanking God for providing suitable meeting places and favourable 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.
14. Thanking God for your nation.

TEACHING: PART OF BABA & AMAI’S MESSAGE

Fear of God By Archbishop Prof E H Guti, 1997, Harare:

Temptations are there; they want to make you fall in sin, but if you escape and you don’t sin, you are holy. In 1997, when l was praying in the mountains, God said l will pour out my blessings upon this church. God said l was pleased by the way my children fasted and prayed; some were sincerely praying and fasting with all their hearts. I said l went to pray for 10 days, but God appeared only in 2 days l don’t mean being full of the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues. I went to ask God about our way forward, and He said, there are natural things, earthly things which will always be there in life and have nothing to do with God, but l was asking about the spiritual things how we should walk. God was pleased, so he wants to pour out His blessings upon His children. I am asking you all of you not to sin deliberately because God said He wants to bless His Children in life, in families, at the workplace, but if you remove the other leg from the blood of Jesus, you are going to be attacked by the devil. But if we remain in the blood of Jesus, God is going to fight for us. God is going to fight for us…..God bless you.

We love you and are praying for you.

Apostle Drs. Steve & La-Verne Simukai
ZAOGA Forward In Faith Ministries Int.
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