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CONGO MINISTRY TEAM
Our Mission
The mission and ministry of the Congo Team is to support education excellence for girls and women in Congo through ever-deepening relationships with our Congolese partners based on and aimed at cultivating Christian values and deepening the faith of MPPC disciples.
Our Partners
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Congo Mission Network – A collaboration of PC(USA) churches and members across the US committed to improving healthcare and education in Congo.
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Presbyterian Community of Congo (CPC) – A church of 2.5 million members actively involved in evangelism, education, healthcare, women’s ministries and community development.
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UPRECO – A leading university in the central region of the DRC with the mission to educate leaders for the Congolese church and nation as Pastors, Educators, and Lawyers.
Congo Ministry Blog
A Magical and Musical Journey
After months of anticipation, three plane rides, a bumpy utility vehicle ride and a meeting with our partners, the time had come. We turned the corner, entered the gate at Dipa dia Nzambia (DdN) and set foot on the small campus. Two long lines of girls on opposite ends of…
MPPC’S Congo Ministry Celebrates 75th Anniversary
On Sunday, November 19, 2023, MPPC’s members who have traveled to Congo over the past 75 years were honored at the 75th Anniversary Celebration.
Stories Worth Telling: Congo with Fletcher Wright
In this episode, Fletcher shares his story of intentional retirement, spiritual growth, and servant leadership in relation to his experiences in Congo.
Stories Worth Telling: Congo with Courtney Pender
In this episode, Courtney Pender reflects on the relationships, partnership, service, and vulnerability she has experienced through her trips to Congo.
Lycee Dipa Graduates First Class of Women
After Myers Park Presbyterian Church and the Congolese Presbyterian Church (CPC) collaborated to build Dipa dia Nzambi, the girls’ school in Kananga, the CPC through their own initiative developed Lycee Dipa, a secondary school for girls, using the same facilities funded by MPPC. The CPC announced that the students who…
How Love Builds Up
Myers Park Presbyterian’s relationship with the DRC dates back to 1948 when MPPC’s Pastor, Jas. A. Jones, was asked to travel abroad with a delegation of Presbyterian Mission Workers. His time in Congo led to a vibrant partnership that continues today through the work of our Congo Ministry Team.
Partnership Highlights
- The construction of two girls’ school – Dipa dia Nzambi in Kananga (2012) and Les Mages in Mbuji-Mayi (2018).
- Ongoing support of Dipa dia Nzambi and Les Mages through scholarships, teacher training, operational funds, and various capital projects.
- The construction of a women’s dormitory at UPRECO (2020) as well as the construction of a kitchen, well, and additional projects designed to enhance the students’ university experience (2021).
- Ongoing scholarship support at UPRECO.
- Frequent communication with CPC officials, PC(USA) Mission Co-workers, and leadership at the girls’ schools and UPRECO.
- Annual involvement in the Congo Mission Network conference.
If you would like more information reach out to lay leaders, Fletcher Wright and Fay Grasty.