A Spiritual Journey of Faith, Resistance, and Transformation
Author: Mulenge Positive Society
Publisher: Mulenge Positive Society
Publication Date: June 10, 2024
Length: 38 pages
Format: Digital / eBook
Language: English
Book Description
The History of Salvation Among the Banyamulenge is a captivating and deeply moving account of how the Gospel of Jesus Christ took root among the Banyamulenge people of the Democratic Republic of Congo, transforming generations and shaping a resilient spiritual identity.
Written by Mulenge Positive Society, this 38-page eBook weaves together comprehensive research, oral histories, and documented events to chronicle the incredible journey of faith among the Banyamulenge throughout the 20th century. From initial resistance to powerful miracles, this book reveals a profound story of divine encounter and enduring perseverance.
Inside this book, readers will discover:
The traditional beliefs and spiritual practices of the Banyamulenge before Christianity
The arrival of missionaries and their efforts to share the Gospel
The initial resistance and cultural challenges faced in accepting the Christian message
The spread of Christianity and its lasting impact on family, education, and social life
Miraculous events in Mulenge that shaped the community’s spiritual direction
The struggles and triumphs of the early Church among the Banyamulenge
This book also honors the foundational work of Pastor Mukiza M. Charles and Ev. Kamandwa Faustin, whose research in Amateka y’Itorero rya Kristo mu Gace k’i Mulenge muri RDC (1922–2015) helped preserve these vital histories.
Who should read this book?
This eBook is especially valuable for:
Members of the Banyamulenge community seeking to understand their faith heritage
Students and scholars of African Christianity and Church history
Missionaries, theologians, and faith leaders
Anyone interested in how faith transforms communities through adversity
The History of Salvation Among the Banyamulenge is more than a historical account—it is a spiritual testimony of faith, identity, and divine transformation. It celebrates those who brought the Gospel, those who received it with courage, and those who continue to walk in its light.