Dear Friends,

Happy 64th Anniversary ZAOGA FIFMI!

God has been gracious we are in the last month of the year. We have seen the goodness of the Lord.

GRACIOUS WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL 40th ANNIVERSARY

It was a joyous day on Saturday the 7th of December as Gracious Women’s Fellowship International ministry celebrated 40 years of building marriages and families through the Word of God. The Ministry was Founded by the Apostle and Servant of God, Archbishop Prof. E.H Guti together with our Mum Apostle Prof. Eunor Guti.
The Illustrious and historic celebrations began with a march from Fife Avenue Shopping Center, with drum majorettes and tambourine ministry leading the procession. Jubilant Gracious Women marchers waved placards that shared the key teachings of the organization such as “Say No to divorce” and “Building Kingdom Marriages and Families” and wisdom nuggets from books such as Wise Woman.
The Celebrations continued to Oasis Cresta Lodge in Msasa Harare, where Gracious women from all denominations were represented, these included The Methodist Church in Zimbabwe, the Celebration Church, Harvest House International, True Life Ministries, etc.
The peak of the Celebrations came with the arrival of the President of the organization, Senior Archbishop Professor Eunor Guti. She addressed the key issue of Gender Based Violence and how Gracious Women’s Fellowship was helping mitigate and curb GBV through teachings on wisdom and good character that prevent fighting in marriages.
The President of Gracious Women’s Fellowship reminded members that the organization was not a church but a vision that is meant to rescue the nations. She also reiterated what the Founder of Gracious Women’s Fellowship had emphasized during the early years that a woman is an influencer when her character changes, the husband changes and the children change. She drew her teachings from Psalms 141:3, “Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.”
Some of the delegates from the UK, South Africa, USA, Namibia, Australia, China, and Botswana joined the celebrations online via Zoom and Facebook.
Indeed, it was a historic gathering and legacy of the Servant and Apostle of God, Prof E. H Guti lives on with this powerful interdenominational vision reaching out to women all over the world building kingdom marriages and families.

UNITED KINGDOM

We would like to thank the God of our father, Ezekiel Guti, who allowed us to have the Apostolic Visitation Power Packed Empowerment weekend with our DSG, Apostle Dr. Steve Simukai, from Friday, 29th Nov till 1st Dec. The whole of Northwest Province, together with our Overseers Big and Nellia Chakanyuka and the pastorate, gathered with great joy at our provincial centre. On Friday night, we had a Powerful Hybrid service many people joined via Zoom to hear powerful teachings from the Apostle.
On Saturday, it was the Provincial Leadership Seminar, and reports were read about how the God of our father is working mightily in the province with many new assemblies being opened. The Apostle taught powerfully on the foundation of the church, which is Love, and the Holy Spirit took over that session. On Sunday, it was a well-attended Power Packed Provincial Big Sunday at our provincial centre around 200 people were in attendance without our Youth who were attending a National Conference in Birmingham. Every ministry took turns to present their items. One person gave their life to Jesus.
After seeing how full our centre was, the Apostle gave a prophetic word about buying more church buildings in our province, this is a confirmation of the prophecy that was given by our Father, Dr Ezekiel Guti, many years ago when he came to Manchester.
We thank the God of our father for a life-changing weekend.

EGYPT

We thank the God of our Father for the joy and unity that continues to flourish in Forward in Faith, Egypt. The Church Committee hosted the Thanksgiving Service on Saturday, 7th December 2024 which was attended by more than 30 believers. We had a great event from 11 am to 4 pm with breakfast and lunch fellowship. There were powerful testimonies and speakers, including children’s church performing drama and song to commemorate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The service was concluded by a quiz on the history of Forward in Faith Ministries, which saw the top 3 winners going away with cash prizes. It was all joy and jubilation. We thank the Lord for one of our sisters who went through successful surgery, and we thank the elders and the saints for taking turns to visit and pray for her while she was admitted at the hospital. We thank the Church of God for your prayers as we are looking forward to receiving long-term missionaries.

BOTSWANA

As the North East Province (Francistown) under the able leadership of Overseers T & A Zhou, we would like to thank the God of our father Prof E.H Guti for a powerful weekend of celebrating Home Talents. We had a total of 22 ladies who committed themselves to be part of the Home Talents Vision 2024. Ladies had a target of working plates and cups for their homes, but they exceeded the expectations and even went on to acquire electrical gadgets for their homes. As if that was not enough, the Francistown ladies also bought 150 mug cups for the church kitchen. All glory be unto the Lord.
During the same weekend, the girls also had an all-night fellowship with Overseer A Zhou and Pastor N Kanyevhu. 10 girls in total attended the life-transforming and fun fellowship.
In the same quarter, the ladies of Francistown hosted a dinner for themselves as well as a picnic which promotes fellowship amongst ladies and also builds up a balanced woman.
We thank the God of our Father for an amazing and exciting way of rounding up the year 2024.

CAYMAN ISLANDS

We are grateful to God for all He continues to do in the Cayman Islands Church and community. Cell groups met on Friday for the weekly bible study meetings in the respective venues.
This week Sunday 8 December 2024 we had 36 people in attendance. It was a special service for baby and children dedication. 4 children were prayed for. Elder Naison Pedzisai shared the word.
We continue to pray for the Cayman Islands church so it will grow and continue to have an impact on the community. We pray for our Leaders that the Lord will guide them and direct them as they advise and minister to the church.

DRC

We give glory to the God of our father Ezekiel Guti for He is continuing to do great things for us in Kinshasa DRC. Kisangani one of our assemblies under the leadership of Pastor Brigitte Lembi is doing well and believers are being faithful in their service to the God of our Father, in Ndjili assembly members are strong in attending their services. The church of Masina is being strengthened very much in the area of prayer, believers’ participation in these prayer sessions is very encouraging, we are having morning prayers every day and miracles are taking place. A certain lady who was due to deliver a baby and had no labour pains was prayed for by Overseer C. Kisuka she delivered some minutes after being prayed for, we give glory to God for He keeps on doing great things for us.
At Limete, the new assembly under our new missionaries’ pastors, T. and C. Kapunzeni is also moving in the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. On 24 November, we had our first service with our new missionaries as they were being introduced to the assembly. We had twenty-five believers in attendance, and after service, we hosted a farewell fellowship for our missionaries’ pastors, O and J Muyambuki who helped us to be where we are today. The incoming pastors are conducting home visits and have managed to witness to young people at Lemba. Tuesday ladies’ prayer session had three ladies in attendance, Bible study on the topic The Kingdom of God had an attendance of seven adults, including three visitors and three children, Friday night prayer had eleven adults and three children in attendance. Continue to pray for us that we continue to win more local people and for God to give us a place of worship and we are also believing God for our own land at Limete as well as Ndjili areas.

SOLOMON ISLANDS

We are so grateful to the God of our father as we announce with great joy the success of the Inaugural Pacific Islands Youth Conference, held from the 5th to the 8th of December 2024 in Honiara, Solomon Islands. This historic gathering marked a milestone for the youth and young adults of the islands, bringing them together for a powerful time of spiritual renewal and empowerment.
The Conference was graced by anointed and dynamic speakers, including Overseers Dr Tadius and Dr. Gwen Mawoko, Pastors William and Valencia Chiworera, and Pastor Rae Bure, who delivered life-changing teachings inspired by the Holy Spirit. The hosts being the Bishop and General Overseer Dr. Stanley Masaka (BGO) and Overseers Ruben and Trace Makosa,
The program was rich in teachings and workshops addressing relevant and practical topics.
The Holy Spirit sessions were a time of deep encounter with God, where many experienced deliverance from evil spirits, the filling of the Holy Spirit, and personal breakthroughs. Through the Holy Spirit session 20 believers we filled with the Holy Spirit for the first time. Testimonies poured in from attendees who received healing, spiritual freedom, and a renewed sense of purpose in their walk with God.
An extensive marketing campaign brought a significant turnout of young people eager to experience the power of God. By Sunday, there were 433 people in attendance. 5 were water-baptized, and 20 people received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour. The Chief Justice and his wife attended the Sunday service. The legacy continues as we press on to build a generation equipped to advance the Kingdom of God in the Solomon Islands and beyond!

CYPRUS

We want to thank the God of our Father Ezekiel Guti for a fruitful missions month that we just ended on the 8th of December with a massive Missions celebration where all the 4 assemblies of FIF Cyprus come together at the Lefkosa Tabernacle and celebrate God’s faithfulness. Indeed, we saw the hand of the Lord as all the members participated in working missions, and this year, we had a great number of people in the upper categories. The day was full of many exciting activities, which included dance performances, drama, and singing from assemblies. There was an uplifting morale as we celebrated each and every individual who partnered, starting from the Bronze to the Red Diamond category. After the celebrations, we had a very powerful session with Pastor Power Sibanda, who exhorted the whole church and ushered them into a Holy Spirit session through the message of the Kingdom of God. The atmosphere changed, and we experienced a thick presence of the Holy Spirit where gifts of the Spirit were received, people possessed with demons were delivered, and the sick were healed. It was a life-changing moment, and we saw the hand of God, and we are sure that our lives will never be the same again. This was followed by a declaration of a blessing upon the church from our Fathers words in the book Local Church by Pastor HK Mwale. To God be the glory. We continue to pray for you as you pray for us.

CONGO BRAZZAVILLE

The God of our father is amazing. We are seeing the hand of God here in Congo Brazzaville. We had a good mid-week prayer. Monday prayer was successful despite the heavy downpours 18 believers attended, and for Friday prayer, we had 24 attendees. It was a remarkable experience where God visited us and spoke with His people. The God of Ezekiel is an amazing God. On our Sunday service, 43 believers attended our service (33 adults and 10 kids). Pst Simbiso Maonedzo taught the History of ZAOGA FIF, which left the church yearning for more.
Pastor Malongi preached on the topic “The vessels of the Lord using books written . From 2 Timothy 2vs 18 -21 using History book, Prayer of a righteous man and Control your mind. It was a life-transforming message that inspired the believers to live a clean and Holy life. 2 people received Jesus as their personal Saviour. Thereafter, after Pst Phillip Maonedzo came in for deliverance, and 8 people were delivered from demonic oppression. Several people were healed from different ailments, including backache, fever, headache, etc. We thank God for the Legacy that is continuing.
Our attendance is sometimes being disturbed by heavy rains. Please pray for our team that is going from house to house preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and winning souls.

CARIBBEAN ISLANDS

Nevis – The Nevis Assembly wishes our FIFMI family love and revival this season. There was a powerful presence of the Holy Spirit during our morning prayer, devotion, praise, and worship as people cried, laughed, and wailed in the presence of the Holy Spirit! Our Bible Study and Sermon encouraged us to be imitators of Christ. The church was filled with joy and excitement. Continue to pray for us.
Belize – Glory to the God of Ezekiel for the success of all the midweek services. Congratulations to sister Audrey Obispo, she was appointed as a deacon on Sunday. 51 people attended church services in our Nation. We give God the highest praise.

GUYANA

We thank the God of Ezekiel for another blessed week and give all the glory to Him. Our midweek and Friday services continue.
On Sunday service, we had Bible study and an interactive session reading from the book “Local Church,” focusing on the duties of the elders and deacons. Three deacons were appointed, alongside the four who were reappointed, and the church welcomed them warmly.
Pastor Debra ministered the word. We thank you for your prayers.

ZAMBIA

2024 Zonal Youth Conferences – We want to thank the God of Ezekiel, who enabled us to hold the Zonal Conferences from 5th to 8th December 2024 in respective zones. To the Glory of God, we witnessed five (5) of our Zones in Greater Lusaka hosting the Zonal conferences successfully this week. Many young people attended and were delivered from various spiritual bondages and addictions and were revived. Different speakers taught on various topics. Deliverance and Holy Spirit Empowerment were also conducted effectively. From Thursday through to Sunday, the attendance varied according to zone and had an average between 50 and 200.
We thank the God of our Father Apostle Ezekiel Guti for His grace.

ZIMBABWE

National Boys Conference – The 2nd Edition of the National Boys Conference was recently held in Zimbabwe from 28 November to 1 December at ZAOGA Kuwadzana Local Mother Church. The host of the conference was the National Boys Pastor, Pastor Shingirai Moyana. The Conference ran under the theme, “it is better to build a boy than to repair men.” We had a line-up of powerful speakers that included Elder Nhekairo, Elder Chimbare, Pastor Moyana, Overseer Eunice Matsikenyere, and Bishop Dr Washington Rupapa, who was the main Speaker.
Several relevant topics were taught, including to be responsible young man and to take an active role in their families and the church. The attendance rose gradually from the first night to over 1,000 delegates on Sunday. We would like to give a special appreciation to our father, Dr. Joseph Joe Guti & the senior Archbishop, Apostle Dr Eunor Guti, for praying for us and believing in the vision that God gave to our father, Archbishop Dr Ezekiel H. Guti.

Gweru Province – Southview District is overjoyed to announce the success of a Family Fun Day. As we prepare for the joyous season of Christmas, we took the opportunity to shower our loved ones with gifts and appreciation. It was indeed a heartwarming display of love and gratitude, reflecting the spirit of love and that of the holiday season.
We are delighted to share that on this special Sunday, we had the Mayor of Gweru, accompanied by his lovely family. We were honored to have them join us, celebrating the importance of family. Our district pastor, Boas Musokota shared powerfully on the gospel of Jesus Christ. After the powerful ministration, many were delivered from various afflictions, and 5 people gave their lives to Christ. Notably, a woman who was suffering from shoulder pain was prayed for, and she was healed instantly. We give all the glory to the God of Ezekiel!

Mashonaland Prison Choir Competitions – It was a historical and exciting day at Karoi Prison, in Honour and in celebration of our father Apostle EH Guti, ZAOGA Forward In Faith Prison Ministry held Mashonaland West Choir competitions, a clash of the giants for the incarcerated. The competitors were Pendennis, Chinhoyi Fram, Chinhoyi Remand, and Kadoma correctional centres, about 800 people were in attendance, including the inmates and prison officials,
ZAOGA representatives, Rev Dr Rusere, Pastor Mutsunguma, Pastor G Mbaimbai, Pastor Mataruse, Pastor Kazembe Chaplain SN Khosa, Chaplain Mandundu, Evangelist Munemo, elders, and deacons. A total of 248 inmates gave their lives to the Lord Jesus Christ. Hallelujah! Many inmates were healed and delivered from various illnesses and demonic strongholds.
The inmates’ choirs wore the ZAOGA Regalia. They were given three sets of songs, one of which was on church history. Congratulations to Kadoma Prison, who won the trophy for the day. All the inmates were served food by the Prisons Ministry and gifts were given to the competitors. Dr Rev Rusere encouraged the inmates to love God as part of the rehabilitation and integration of inmates into society. The event was so successful that the Zimbabwe Prison Correctional Services requested that it become an annual event. We give glory to and honour to God of our Father EH Guti.

Midlands States University – We as Midlands State University students under Graduate Fellowship, embarked on an outreach to Shangani from 16 to 24 November under the guidance of our Overseer Brighton and Tracy Macharika, DPs Trust and Gladys Musiyiwa and Advisors M and P Kuzomunu. The team comprised 52 evangelists and was split into 2 groups. One to Shangani Mine and the other one to Shangani station. The attendance was of great amazement, ranging from 100-750. A total number of 415 souls gave their lives to Christ during door-to-door preaching and open-air services. A total of 18 people were baptized and 23 were filled with the Holy Spirit. Outstanding miracles:
An 8-month-old baby who could not sit after being prayed for can sit now
8 people suffering from leg problems were prayed for and they received their healing
A woman with a hearing problem was prayed for and was instantly healed
Women with eyesight problems were instantly healed after being prayed for.
People suffering from drug and alcohol addiction were prayed for and delivered.
Women suffering from a sleeping disorder now sleeps well after being prayed for.
Two women after being delivered submitted things they obtained from witch doctors, and they were burnt
Children and women were delivered from marine, death, satanism spirits, anger issues, and spiritual husbands
We give glory to the God of our father E.H Guti.

P.S
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This week:

1. Thanking God for our mother Apostle Prof. Eunor Guti that He continues to strengthen her. Thanking God for wisdom for the growing work and projects to be done. Thanking God for the continued success of the mission in Chitungwiza.
2. Thanking God for our father Bishop Dr. Joseph Joe and Pastor Nyasha Guti that God gives them wisdom and grace as they carry out their assignment.
3. Thanking God for the 2 Apostles; SG Apostle Mishael Nyambo, and the DSG Apostle Dr. Steve Simukai and their wives, that God gives them wisdom and grace as they carry out their assignments.
4. Thanking God for the peace of Jerusalem. Psalm 122:6 “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem…”
5. 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.
6. Thanking God for Mbuya Dorcas Hospital (MDH); for the successful completion of the operating theatres, the commencement 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.
7. Thanking God that ZEGU continues to excel and that the vision is fulfilled as God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
8. Thanking God for the long-term and short-term missionaries. Thanking God for providing suitable meeting places and favourable prices 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.
9. Thanking God for your nation.

TEACHING: PART OF BABA & AMAI’S MESSAGE

Phil 4:9 “The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.”

If you want the blessing of FIFMI – I want you to have what I have – I am different. If you listen to me and follow me, you will have what I have. When you see me doing something, do what I do so you get the blessing. Elders who do their own things cause the church to be dry. You can’t be a disciple of 2 churches or doctrines. A beautiful church doesn’t imply a good church – some leaders sleep with girls in other churches, etc. Some churches speak nice words to entice you, but when you go inside, there’s nothing. Do you want the blessing of FIFMI? Follow me as I follow Christ. If I’m not following Christ, don’t follow me.… 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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