A House for the Lord
“But will God really dwell on earth with humans?” This was the question posed by King Solomon in 2 Chronicles 6:18, and it echoed powerfully through the walls of St. Paul’s Kiembeni on the day of its consecration.
On a beautiful and spirit-filled morning, we witnessed history in the making. Rt. Rev. Dr. Alphonse Baya Mwaro, our diocesan bishop, consecrated our third and newest church. It was more than a ceremony. It was a reminder that God still builds with us. That His dwelling place is not in gold or stone, but among His people.
A Sermon That Stirred the Soul
Bishop Mwaro led us deep into Mambo ya Nyakati 6 (2 Chronicles 6) — Solomon’s prayer at the dedication of the temple in Jerusalem. I was struck by how ancient words could feel so present, so personal.
Solomon didn’t boast about the beauty of the temple. He didn’t take credit. Instead, he humbled himself. He prayed that God would hear from heaven whenever His people came to this place in need, in pain, in repentance.
And isn’t that what we all need?
“May your eyes be open toward this temple day and night, this place of which you said you would put your Name there.” – 2 Chronicles 6:20
Our new church is stunning. But it’s not the walls that make it holy.
Bishop Mwaro reminded us: this is only the beginning. Like Solomon’s temple, St. Paul’s Kiembeni must become a place of healing, justice, truth, and transformation.
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