What happens when African churches begin to recognize and mobilize what God has already placed in their own hands? What if the resources a church needs to strengthen its ministry are already there? That question was at the heart of a three-day TLAfrica Pastoral Leadership Initiative training held August 10–12, 2026, at Signers Baptist Church. [...]
83 pastors gathered in Ngong, Kenya, to deepen their understanding of the New Testament—and returned to their churches with practical tools, renewed faith, and a deeper commitment to shepherd God’s people. ____________________________________________ For three days in August, 83 pastors gathered at KAG Ngong in Nairobi, Kenya, for TLAfrica’s Survey of the New Testament pastoral training. [...]
What does it mean to build a church that doesn't simply gather people—but makes disciples? That question brought together 22 pastors and church leaders from across Musanze, Rwanda, for a two-day discipleship conference hosted by TLAfrica Rwanda on June 18–19. Led by Rev. Dr. Tamara Mitchell, Associate Pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole [...]
Date: May 5–9, 2025 | Theme: Survey of the New Testament | Venue: TLRwanda Conference Centre A powerful week of learning, worship, and transformation unfolded as 56 pastors and evangelists from across the Musanze region gathered at the TLRwanda Conference Centre for an intensive New Testament Survey training. The conference, led by Pastor Wilson Kiuna—author [...]
In April 2025, the TLAfrica Kenya team hosted a Pastoral Training Conference in Mukuru kwa Reuben, one of Nairobi’s largest informal settlements. Known for its economic challenges and lack of access to theological education, Mukuru is home to many faithful, resilient pastors serving under difficult circumstances. The conference was held from April 23–25 at Agape [...]
The journey towards the Vihiga Pastoral training began in August 2024 after the Marriage Enrichment Conference for pastors and their spouses. After hearing about The TLAfrica Material Production Project, the pastors requested training in Counseling Skills. The mobilization exercise began in January 2025, led by our host pastors Eric and Violet Indende of IPHC (International [...]
TLAfrica exists to equip leaders with the essential skills of servant leadership, enabling them to make a positive impact in their respective communities. Recognizing the significance of mentorship in achieving this goal, TLAfrica actively supports and participates in mentorship-focused initiatives. On December 13th, 2023, TLAfrica participated in the official inauguration of the ORPAR ministry. ORPAR stands for Organisation des retraites et [...]
TLRwanda had the privilege of hosting the Back to the Bible Conference for the second time this year. The training was in two parts. On November 4, Dr. Renner, the new chairman of the International Board, trained the members of the TLRwanda Board. The following week, from the 6th to the 10th, Dr. Renner, along [...]
From October 16th to 20th, we hosted one of our largest pastoral conferences in partnership with the Living Word Fellowship Church in Houston, TX. The event brought together 41 men and 32 women to learn about theology, the Bible, leadership, and counseling. There were five classes running simultaneously, allowing participants to select classes that aligned [...]
Pastoral Leadership Marriage Conference 2021 Continued.... FRIDAY SESSIONS: Morning session, we examined what servant leadership from Jesus’ perspective. We understood that servant leadership is service to God and others. We discussed true spirituality vs fake spirituality and we had engaging group discussions. In the afternoon session we examined servant leadership from Paul and Peter. [...]