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UK cleric praises Zimbabweans' resilience
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UNITED KINGDOM-BASED International Minister's Forum head, Apostle George Kolou, has applauded Zimbabweans for their resilience amid decades of political and socio-economic challenges, saying the nation's spirit remains unbroken despite enduring severe hardships.
Apostle Kolou made the remarks at the weekend while officiating at the Christian Ministers Training Institute (CMTI)'s fifth graduation and 11th ordination ceremony, held in Harare in partnership with the National Ordination Council. Nearly 100 ministers were capped and ordained in various fields of ministry.
Reflecting on Zimbabwe's turbulent history, Apostle Kolou said the country had faced crises that would have crippled many societies, yet Zimbabweans continued to endure and move forward.
"Zimbabweans have been battling multiple economic, social and political upheavals and crises, but nothing has crushed the spirit of Zimbabwe. There is something in this land, something great," he said.
"I tell you, what Zimbabwe has gone through is like going to hell and back. It has not crushed the spirit of the people. There is resilience in Zimbabwe."
He noted that despite the country's economic decline - once the breadbasket of southern Africa but now grappling with the consequences of droughts, land reform disruptions and prolonged economic strain - Zimbabwe continues to produce exceptional professionals who contribute across the region.
Addressing graduates in chaplaincy and pastoral care, Christian counselling, marriage officiating, kingdom culture, consecration and related programmes, Kolou urged them to uphold integrity and purity in their calling.
"You have been through a process of training and equipping. It is not enough to do ministry. It is not enough to serve. You have to be a vessel of honour, one dedicated to the Lord. You must make up your mind that your vessel must be clean," he said.
He cautioned against entering ministry for the wrong reasons, particularly the pursuit of money or personal power.
"If you are here because you want to make money, you are in the wrong place. Ministry is not for making money. If you are here because you want power or you want to make a name for yourself, you are already in the wrong place because we are not called to make a name for ourselves," he warned.
CMTI president Bishop Christopher Choto said the ceremony was a celebration not only of academic and ministerial achievement, but also of steadfastness and divine calling.
"We are celebrating faithfulness, perseverance and calling," he said, expressing appreciation to partners such as Higher Life Foundation for their continued support.
The event marked another milestone in CMTI's mission to equip and strengthen Christian leaders across Zimbabwe and beyond.
Apostle Kolou made the remarks at the weekend while officiating at the Christian Ministers Training Institute (CMTI)'s fifth graduation and 11th ordination ceremony, held in Harare in partnership with the National Ordination Council. Nearly 100 ministers were capped and ordained in various fields of ministry.
Reflecting on Zimbabwe's turbulent history, Apostle Kolou said the country had faced crises that would have crippled many societies, yet Zimbabweans continued to endure and move forward.
"Zimbabweans have been battling multiple economic, social and political upheavals and crises, but nothing has crushed the spirit of Zimbabwe. There is something in this land, something great," he said.
"I tell you, what Zimbabwe has gone through is like going to hell and back. It has not crushed the spirit of the people. There is resilience in Zimbabwe."
He noted that despite the country's economic decline - once the breadbasket of southern Africa but now grappling with the consequences of droughts, land reform disruptions and prolonged economic strain - Zimbabwe continues to produce exceptional professionals who contribute across the region.
Addressing graduates in chaplaincy and pastoral care, Christian counselling, marriage officiating, kingdom culture, consecration and related programmes, Kolou urged them to uphold integrity and purity in their calling.
"You have been through a process of training and equipping. It is not enough to do ministry. It is not enough to serve. You have to be a vessel of honour, one dedicated to the Lord. You must make up your mind that your vessel must be clean," he said.
He cautioned against entering ministry for the wrong reasons, particularly the pursuit of money or personal power.
"If you are here because you want to make money, you are in the wrong place. Ministry is not for making money. If you are here because you want power or you want to make a name for yourself, you are already in the wrong place because we are not called to make a name for ourselves," he warned.
CMTI president Bishop Christopher Choto said the ceremony was a celebration not only of academic and ministerial achievement, but also of steadfastness and divine calling.
"We are celebrating faithfulness, perseverance and calling," he said, expressing appreciation to partners such as Higher Life Foundation for their continued support.
The event marked another milestone in CMTI's mission to equip and strengthen Christian leaders across Zimbabwe and beyond.
Source - newsday
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