E-Groups

Mark Kiiru has recently joined the Nairobi Chapel to lend ‘capacity’ in the area of small groups. The small groups, commonly referred to as Ecclesia groups, are ti the process of rebranding and will be re-launched as ‘’e-groups’.

Mark has been involved in all aspects of small group ministry for 14 years, 19 of which he was serving as pastoral capacity for a local church within the city. His role has included growing, developing, and overseeing leaders of the small groups in his jurisdiction. Alongside his pastoral responsibilities, and on a larger scale, he has been involved in training leaders to serve a small group leaders within the church, based on Jesus’ model of discipleship.

He and his college sweetheart, Irene, have three beautiful girls, Shiro (11), Noni (6), and Lisa (2).

FAQs

Why do I need to be in an e-group?
The term that best describes why one needs to be in an e-group is that term ‘connections’. Simply, being part of an e-group is all about connection in the following areas:

Connected to God:
Our studying God’s word as a group, there is definitely a sense of understanding God better, Hearing other share about their interaction with God’s word and the outcome of that interaction, helps clarify and enhance our own understanding of who He is. We too, as we discover ‘new’ truths from His word and as we share how that truth has impacted our lives become a conduit of blessing for others.

Another way that we groups in our understanding of who God is arises as we share and pray over different needs that the group members may have. The Bible has many promises about the power of united prayer. Seeing God answer prayer empowers our belief in the faithfulness of God, the reality of prayer, and His presence in our lives.

Connected to Others:
Life is such that we go through different seasons, some uplifting and some discouraging. In whatever season of life that one may be in, e-groups provide an excellent support system. There is a sense of security in knowing that there are people who really do care for you and are committed to standing by you. Many in this church can testify of how the support of their e-group provided such strength in a difficult and trying moment;

What is the essence of life if we don’t have people to celebrate with and share in the milestones of our lives? An e-group allows us this. Be it weddings, baby dedications, house warming, baby shower’s, you name it, E-groups are also places of fun and laughter.

Connected to our purpose and Destiny:
One of the questions that most of us ask is this. What’s God’s will and purpose for my life? Discovering God’s will for our lives does not take place in a vacuum. At the small group level as we get to discover, nurture and engage in our spiritual gifts and talents, for the benefit of all, the purpose an destiny of God for our lives becomes clearer.

E-Group Leaders

Mwania and Linda – Kileleshwa

Mwania and Linda have been attending Nairobi Chapel since September 2006. They have one daughter, Imani, who is 13 months and both work in Communication; Mwania in TV and Video production while Linda in Corporate communications.

Jeop and Jitske van Binsergen – Riara Road

Joep and Jitske are from the Netherlands and have been leading an e-group for about 3 years. They have 2 children, Noah(2) and Marije (6 months).

Gedion and Cecelia – Jamhuri

Gedion and Cecelia have been a part of the small groups within Nairobi Chapel since 1998. The e-groups has missionaries (former members) in Germany, Australia and Ethiopia. They have two kids, Gabrielle 6 and Samara, 3.

Esayas and Tsige – NEGST

Esayas and Tsige work with one of the Ethiopian Churches to reach out to immigrants and refugees n Nairobi and in the camps. They mentor and train local missionaries and Pastors as well as churches. They have been with Nairobi Chapel since December 2006 and are pursuing an MDiv. in Missions at NEGST. They are blessed with three children Zetsiaat(Exodus) 12, Ammanauel and Eyuel  (Joel), 19 months.

Nyambura Njoroge – Lavington

Nyambura is married to Anthony Njoroge Mburu and they have two children, Nathan Mburu and Neema Njoroge. She likes reading, listening to music and spending time with her family.

John Gitonga Gathungu – Kilimani

John Gitonga Gathungu is a Project Manager. This group has been meeting since 1997. Their goal for this year is: ‘To be more fruitful”

Ruth Lurembe – Kileleshwa

Ruth Lurembe became an ekklesia leader following Pastor Janet’s call to the church in September 2007 , to sign up as e-group members and leaders. My default reaction was ‘I’ll sign up as a member, what do I know about leading? (I had re-dedicated my life to Christ like three months before that ). “God does not call the qualified, he qualifies those He calls. I signed up as an Ekklesia leader and found that most wonderful group of ladies to share the journey of salvation with.

Nelson Mburu – South B

Nelson considers himself a young adult. He has been at the Chapel since 1999, and is currently working at Sarova Hotels as a Sales and Marketing Manager. His hobbies include eating, swimming and tennis (in that order).

Mwende Muthama – Kilimani

Mwende is stay-at-home mom. She is married to the most wonderful husband, David Muthama, and they have three children Kim (7), Mueni (4) and Manu (1.5). Her interests are swimming and mountain climbing. She climbed Mt. Kenya up to Point Lenana.

Judith Finkbeiner and Angela Ndiho – Karen

Judith Finkbeiner is a German Missionary with AIM (Africa Inland Mission) in Kenya since 2008. She works as a counselor at Tumaini Counseling Center and enjoys being with people.

Angela Ndiho works with C. Dorman Ltd and is responsible for Marketing and Exports of Roasted Coffee. She enjoys gardening and business.

Rose Muiu – WAGOH

Rose leads a group called WAGOH ( Women after God’s own Heart). She became born again through the influence of her maternal grandmother Eva Mumbua at age 6 she grew in the faith through attending Word of life and Diguna Camps and has been an Ekklesia leader since the 90’s.

Faith and Patrick Mugera – Kiuna

Faith and Patrick got married 9 years ago in August after a short relationship of 9 years, having met as students at the University of Nairobi. Patrick is an entrepreneur while Faith’s passion is in the social transformation of communities by growing the number of Frontline Visionaries. Faith and Patrick are avid movie buffs. They have two children, Munene (5) and Muiruri (3)