Weekly Update – 12 April 2026

by Takalani Musekwa | Apr 10, 2026 | News

2^nd Sunday of Easter

Psalm 16:1–11 • Acts 2:14a, 22–32 • 1 Peter 1:3–9 • John 20:19–31

Coming Events to Diarise:

Monthly Day of Prayer & Fasting – 11 April2026

Denominational Conference 2026 – 23-26 July 2026, Hilton Dallas Lincoln Centre, Dallas, Texas, USA. (Registration Closes on 15 April) – To Register, Click Here:

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Greetings in the name of our Risen Lord, Jesus Christ.

Margaret and I returned on Tuesday from Tanzania, where we spent the Easter weekend. We bring you warm greetings from our brothers and sisters in Musoma. It was a deeply encouraging time of fellowship, and a powerful reminder of what God is doing across our continent.

A highlight of the weekend was the official opening of their church building on Sunday. With representatives from the local government and the teachers from the neighbouring school in attendance, it was more than just a ceremony—it was a testimony. A testimony of faith, perseverance, and a community that chose to act on their vision.

As we enter this Easter season, we are invited to reflect—not passively, but purposefully—on what the resurrection of Jesus Christ means for us today.

The apostle Peter reminds us:

“…It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance—an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay.” (1 Peter 1:3–4)

The resurrection is not just an event we remember—it is a reality we live in. Because Jesus rose, we have been born again into a new life. We now live with great expectation, not fear. We carry a secure inheritance that cannot be shaken by earthly uncertainty.

The resurrection is not theoretical. It demands a response. Easter calls us to action. It calls us to lift our eyes from temporary pressures and focus on the eternal inheritance that Peter speaks about. I challenges us to invest our lives in what will outlast us; to build—spiritually, and even physically—what will serve generations to come.

The testimony from Musoma challenges us: What are we building in response to the resurrection? I am pleased that our building fund has now reached R1.7 million.

However, as we close the first quarter of 2026, we note that our offerings are currently 5% below budget, and economic pressures may intensify in the coming months. Yet, we do not respond with fear—we respond with faith. God remains our provider.

I want to sincerely thank each one of you who continues to give faithfully and sacrificially. Your giving is not just sustaining the present—it is building the future. It is a declaration that your trust is not in uncertain economies, but in the unchanging God.

Let this Easter season be marked by intentional action:

· Renew your commitment to God

· Re-engage with the mission of the church

· Give generously as God enables you

· Invest your time, your gifts, and your resources in what truly matters

My prayer for all of us this week is that we may not only understand the resurrection—but experience its power, live with its hope, and act with its urgency. Amen!

PRAYER REQUESTS & UPDATES:

Offerings: Please remember to pray for the church’s offerings. We are 5% below budget. I appeal to everyone to consider giving 5% more in their offerings. That means an additional R5 for every R100 of your offerings.

Sick Brethren: Please continue to pray for the brethren who are suffering from various sicknesses.

Have a blessed weekend!
Shalom!

Takalani

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REPEAT ANNOUNCEMNTS NOT TO BE READ IN CHURCH SERVICES

NATIONAL BUILDING FUND NOW OVER R1.7 MILLION

The National Building Fund has now reached R1.7 million.

Please support your congregation’s Building Fund by contributing additional offerings monthly or once off to the dedicated bank account as follows:

· Bank: First National Bank (FNB)

· Name: GCI Building Fund

· Account No: 6304 180 7835

· Deposit Reference: Name and Surname

You can also fundraise as a group or alone. You may have items that you no longer need or use which you can pawn and donate the funds, or approach friends and family who may be able to donate to the fund. If you need a letter to request donations please feel free to contact me.

Monthly Day of Prayer and Fasting –Saturday 11 April 2026

Our next Day of Prayer and Fasting is on Saturday 11 April 2026. Please see the dates for the rest of the year below, and diarise accordingly.

Please find some video links on Prayer and Fasting if you want to know more. Here are the links:

1. Fasting- The Forgotten Spiritual Discipline – https://youtu.be/7MgrVj_w9sY

2. Fasting Questions and Answers 1 – https://youtu.be/Mkk3U2KvPHg

3. Fasting Questions and Answers 2 – https://youtu.be/CghD-uxBbFk

4. Fasting Question and Answer #3 – https://youtu.be/ajKaWRgreLw (Question #3: How should I fast? Are there different types of fasts?)

Future Days of Prayer and Fasting:

· May 9

· June 13

· July 11

· August 8

· September 12

· October 10

· November 7

· December 12

February 2026 ISSUE OF FACE TO FACE PUBLISHED

Our February 2026 issue of the online Face To Face magazine has been published. Please find it here: Face To Face

Parable of the Vineyard Workers

The Church Is A Temple

I Will Hold Your Hand

Online Bi-Weekly Bible Study – 15 April 2026 – Ephesians

Please diarise and join the biweekly Online Bible study every second Wednesday at 19:00. The current series is: The Book of Ephesians.

To connect to the biweekly Bible Study, here are the details: Click

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89054374373?pwd=NFZVaFJjVGxqQjc5K0YyeWEzVVZMUT09

OR enter the details below to join the meeting:

Meeting ID: 890 5437 4373

Passcode: GCI2021

Time: 19:00

OFFERINGS: (should Christians pay a tithe?)

Even though some churches are not able to meet, we urge you to continue to give your weekly Thanksgiving offering that you would normally give during church services. The bank details for EFT and Cash deposits are below:

The Banking details for both the weekly Thanksgiving Offerings and the monthly Freewill Offerings are as follows:

EFT PAYMENTS

GRACE COMMUNION INTERNATIONAL-S.A –

Account No: 593 800 27523 – FNB Current Account Number

Ref. NameSurname Church

Please reference your offering so that we can send a receipt.

CASH PAYMENTS