| Zion Christian Church | |
|---|---|
| Zion Christian Church | |
| ZCC | |
 The Zion Church | |
| Location | Zimbabwe |
| Country | Zimbabwe |
| Denomination | Pentecostal |
| Website | http://www.zccmbungo.org |
| History | |
| Founded | 1913 |
| Founder(s) | Samuel Mutendi |
| Past bishop(s) | Nehemiah Mutendi |
| Architecture | |
| Architectural type | Roman |
| Groundbreaking | 2006 |
| Completed | 2010 |
| Construction cost | USD $ 2 Million |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 15 000 |
| Clergy | |
| Bishop(s) | Nehemiah Mutendi |
| Laity | |
| Music group(s) | |
The Zion Christian Church is one of the oldest African independent churches in Zimbabwe. The church is headquartered in the Defe area of Bikita in the Masvingo Province of Zimbabwe and boasts has several churches abroad. In the recent years, the church grew and extended its boundaries o countries such as South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique, Botswana, Malawi, DRC, the UK, USA and Australia.[1]
Formation
The church was formed by Reverend Samuel Mutendi 1913. It was formed after its founder had received his calling while working in present day Chegutu town during the Rhodesian era.[1]
Leadership
After the death of Samuel Mutendi in 1978, his son Nehemiah Mutendi was consecrated as the Bishop of the church.[1]
Doctrine
The church has its foundations in the Word of God through the biblical law. It also believes in the life of Jesus Christ.[1]
Schools
Z.C.C. has built more 11 schools in Zimbabwe. To date the schools have produced over 5000 graduates.[1]
Developmental Projects
Between 2006 and 2011, the church embarked on a massive project to build their headquarters in Masvingo. In 2013, the church celebrated its centenary anniversary.[1] Th church has a capacity of 15 000 and was commissioned by president Robert Mugabe. The leader of the Church Rev Mutendi was awarded an honorary PhD by the University of Zimbabwe due to the church's promotion of education in the country.
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