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Church, Government hold healing crusade in Guruve after Zvitsva murder spree
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GURUVE — The Saint John Apostolic Church of the WholeWorld, government leaders and thousands of congregants gathered in Guruve at the weekend for a spiritual intercession crusade aimed at bringing peace and consolation to families traumatised by the murder spree committed by convicted killer Anymore Zvitsva.
Zvitsva, who was convicted for the indiscriminate killing and dismembering of several victims across Guruve communities, left deep emotional scars that church and government officials say continue to haunt residents.
Minister of State for Mashonaland Central Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Christopher Magomo, Guruve North legislator Tendai Pinduka, Chief Chimbwerere, headmen, village heads, church elders and community members attended the crusade, which centred on healing, reconciliation and unity.
Magomo said government remained committed to supporting communities still recovering from the tragedy.
“We are here to console, to comfort and to walk with the families who lost their loved ones. This crusade is meant to bring healing and reconciliation amongst our communities whose membership are still traumatised by Zvitsva’s actions,” he said.
“It is within the precincts of Ubuntu for the church and community to fellowship and console with communities and members in the wake of the trauma they have been enduring up to now,” he added.
Advisor to the Bishop of the Saint John Apostolic Church of the WholeWorld, Advocate Charles Maunga, said the intercession was aimed at restoring hope and social cohesion.
“The essence of this crusade is to bring spiritual healing, consolation and social cohesion to the communities which have been encountering Zvitsva’s terror spree,” Maunga said.
“As a church, we cannot fold our hands while our people are hurting. Prayer, fellowship and unity are the foundation on which we will rebuild Guruve,” he added.
Church leaders led prayers for bereaved families, for peace in Guruve and for the nation to reject violence. Congregants sang, prayed and received words of comfort throughout the day.
The intercession follows a recent visit by First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa, who met affected families and offered support.
Church and government representatives also donated basic necessities to disadvantaged community members, including money, food, blankets and wheelchairs.
Local leaders said the combination of government support, the First Lady’s visit and the church’s intervention was crucial in helping the district move from grief towards recovery.MGuruve North legislator Tendai Pinduka applauded the church for taking the lead in community healing and urged residents to shun violence and embrace peace, reinforcing broader calls for unity under Zimbabwe community resilience initiatives.
Zvitsva, who was convicted for the indiscriminate killing and dismembering of several victims across Guruve communities, left deep emotional scars that church and government officials say continue to haunt residents.
Minister of State for Mashonaland Central Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Christopher Magomo, Guruve North legislator Tendai Pinduka, Chief Chimbwerere, headmen, village heads, church elders and community members attended the crusade, which centred on healing, reconciliation and unity.
Magomo said government remained committed to supporting communities still recovering from the tragedy.
“We are here to console, to comfort and to walk with the families who lost their loved ones. This crusade is meant to bring healing and reconciliation amongst our communities whose membership are still traumatised by Zvitsva’s actions,” he said.
“It is within the precincts of Ubuntu for the church and community to fellowship and console with communities and members in the wake of the trauma they have been enduring up to now,” he added.
Advisor to the Bishop of the Saint John Apostolic Church of the WholeWorld, Advocate Charles Maunga, said the intercession was aimed at restoring hope and social cohesion.
“The essence of this crusade is to bring spiritual healing, consolation and social cohesion to the communities which have been encountering Zvitsva’s terror spree,” Maunga said.
“As a church, we cannot fold our hands while our people are hurting. Prayer, fellowship and unity are the foundation on which we will rebuild Guruve,” he added.
Church leaders led prayers for bereaved families, for peace in Guruve and for the nation to reject violence. Congregants sang, prayed and received words of comfort throughout the day.
The intercession follows a recent visit by First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa, who met affected families and offered support.
Church and government representatives also donated basic necessities to disadvantaged community members, including money, food, blankets and wheelchairs.
Local leaders said the combination of government support, the First Lady’s visit and the church’s intervention was crucial in helping the district move from grief towards recovery.MGuruve North legislator Tendai Pinduka applauded the church for taking the lead in community healing and urged residents to shun violence and embrace peace, reinforcing broader calls for unity under Zimbabwe community resilience initiatives.
Source - Byo24news
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