UCZ Lusaka East Presbytery

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11/08/2026

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE LATE REV. LEPHERN CHITAMBO SIKAZWE

The Memorial Service for the late Rev. Lephern Chitambo Sikazwe was held at Chamba Valley Congregation, Chelston Consistory, in Lusaka East Presbytery.

Rev. Sikazwe was born on 17th June, 1950 and was called to glory on 17th July, 2024. He served faithfully in the United Church of Zambia - UCZ in various capacities.

The service was attended by the Presbytery Bishop Rev. Harriet Kapeya, the clergy from the UCZ, the Sikazwe family, and congregants from Chamba Valley.

Mrs. Sikazwe the wife to the late Reverend described him as a pillar and a partner who taught the family the value of integrity. She said he was a partner who opened the door of the house to everyone, saying, "That is why we will forever call you Shikulu People”

She further said that she and the entire family will continue to keep the door open in his honour. "I was blessed to have such a partner," she concluded.

The Sikazwe children remembered their late father as a disciplinarian who instilled good morals and ensured that the children worked hard. He gave the little he had so that they could have a good future.

They said they miss his counsel, advice and His love that extended from his family to all who encountered him. He loved his calling and the Church and gave himself fully for the Church to achieve its mission.

"We are living in the seeds you planted and the values you taught are still shaping us," they said.

The grandchildren said they learnt the importance of family from their grandfather. They learnt to work hard and to carry the faith that showed goodness. He planted a seed of love in them.

"We feel you in the valleys we may face. We will honour you and live in a way that will make you proud. Your story still lives in us."

The siblings described him as more than a brother, but a source of wisdom. "His life will be treasured. His journal has ended but his memory will still live on, for he touched a lot of lives."

Brigadier General Rev. Henry Matifeyo described how Reverend Sikazwe laboured for the Church and how much he contributed towards the growth of Chamba Valley Congregation, leaving footprints in the work of the congregation.

Rev. Matifeyo preached on the theme "The Importance of Family and Love" with scripture drawn from the book of Psalm 23.

He encouraged the congregation to emulate Reverend Sikazwe in his uprightness, his desire for straightforwardness and leave footprints that will forever be remembered.

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08/08/2026

ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT

We are delighted to announce that Rev. Cynthia Kabanda Shanzi has been elected as the 1st Presbytery Secretary for the UCZ Lusaka East Presbytery
This is a historic moment as she becomes the first to serve in this office for our Presbytery.
We congratulate Rev. Shanzi and pray that God grants her wisdom, strength, and grace as she undertakes this important responsibility in serving the church and the body of Christ.

May the Lord bless her ministry.

07/08/2026

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06/08/2026

GIDEON CONGREGATION HOSTS REV. MOFYA'S INDUCTION

On 2nd August 2026, the United Church of Zambia (UCZ), Lusaka East Presbytery, hosted the induction service for Rev. Mwelwa Mofya at Gideon Congregation, Lilayi of Chilenje Consistory.

The Induction Service brought together members from across the UCZ and the Presbyteries in a celebration of his appointment as Synod Information Technology and Communications Secretary.

The induction was presided over by the General Secretary of the United Church of Zambia, Rev. Dr. Chipasha Musaba, who led the Guest of Honour and invited guests in congratulating the minister on his induction.

Meanwhile, Rev. Bishop Harriet K. Kapeya, preached on the theme: “Equipped for Every Good Work.” from the scriptures of Exodus 31:1-11, 2nd Timothy 3:14-17 and Ephesians 2:8-10.

Bishop Kapeya emphasized that when God places people in His house, He does not leave them alone. He brings other people to help them saying "For this reason, in God’s house we are not competitors but complementors of one another."

“We are partners in the mission. The Church must therefore embrace one another, that through us the world may know that God is among us,” she said.

She further challenged the congregation that skill alone is not enough. We need the Holy Spirit working in us for our work to be complete. She urged that our skills must be filled with the influence of God and shaped by His character.

“As Christians, we should give honour a person who has certain skills and not develop feelings of inferiority. While skills can open doors, it is good character that adds value to skill and sustains one’s ministry. Our skills are part of our offering and must be used to worship God Almighty,” Bishop Kapeya added.

The bishop made a passionate appeal to the youths to use the digital space for good to advance the extension of the Kingdom of God, and called on all who are equipped to remain available at all times and to be relevant to the Kingdom.

In closing, Bishop Kapeya advised Christians not to let their present situations change their character toward the works of God, and encouraged the Church that the same God who equips His servants will fight for them when persecution comes.

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