Zambia
Excellence Christian Academy, Kabwe, Zambia
ITMI’s Eugene Kalunga, the founder and principal of Excellence Christian Academy (ECA) in Kabwe, Zambia writes,
In the month of October [2022], Excellence Christian Academy said goodbye to long-time students, many of whom began with us from when they were in baby class. Watching them thrive as young adults makes me proud as a [spiritual] father, gospel preacher, and teacher.
I am pleased that we are sending children who have a foundation in the teaching of Jesus and who are ready to meet the world. I am filled with many emotions, the biggest of which is gratitude. I feel blessed with these students because they are part of my being a teacher of Jesus' gospel and an academician.
Our 2022 Grade 7 students took their exams this past October, and as we bid them farewell, we pray for the spirit of excellence in them to continue through high school and that God will live in their hearts always.
In Zambia, the Grade 7 exam is mandatory and covers 8 subjects. Students must pass these exams to move on to lower secondary education.
Lusaka Bible College, Lusaka, Zambia
About 90 miles south of Kabwe, in Zambia’s capital city, Lusaka, Benson Banda of ITMI’s Lusaka Bible College (LBC) reports that during the fall of 2022, he had the privilege of visiting some of the pastors who have completed the LBC training program.
ITMI congratulates Pastors Kibala, Mubvumbo, Kangabala, and Chota. We are pleased to hear Benson’s report that they are now serving the Lord as pastors in various provinces of Lusaka.
It is a notable victory for the body of Christ that God’s people in these provinces have leaders who have been trained to lead and preach Biblically!
About the Authors
Summer Kelley is a writer and follower of Jesus living in Phoenix, Arizona with her husband and three kids. She’s had the honor and privilege of telling ITMI’s stories since 2006. Summer loves reading, the outdoors and Coca-Cola Classic.
Steve Evers has advocated for and served the ITMI partners as ITMI Director since 2001. Approximately once a year, Steve visits with ITMI partners in their countries and brings stories back to encourage supporters. Steve enjoys photography and mechanics, (both hobbies that have greatly benefited ITMI partners!) Prior to becoming ITMI's Director, Steve served on the Board of Directors for 4 years. Steve lives in Arizona with his wife, Darlene.
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