Ways of enhancing unity among churches in Tigania East Sub-county, Meru County, Kenya

Abstract

The aim of this study was to investigate the ways of enhancing unity among churches in Tigania East Sub-county, Meru County, Kenya. In Tigania East Sub-county, Meru County, lack of unity among different churches has emerged as a major challenge to the church's mission. Churches have struggled to come together and establish a shared stance on certain outdated traditional beliefs and practices that no longer contribute positively to the lives of people. The study used descriptive design in collection, analysis, comparison and interpretation of data. The research used questionnaires, interview schedules and focus group discussions to collect the required data. Data collected was presented using tables and pie charts for easier comparison and making of conclusions after the study. The study found that Churches in Tigania East need to invest towards the unity of the church. The Church in Tigania East Sub-county needs to invest more in its unity for effective evangelisation. Theological schools are supposed to aim at producing people who understand the dynamics of society and its needs so that the church can produce Christians who embrace and cope with the challenges that are facing human life. The church must remain united in order to defend the poor and the oppressed from all forms of political exploitation because it is the voice of the voiceless.