The Rhema Alumni Association of Zambia (RAAZ) Blog
RAAZ Recharge: How to handle the hidden struggles
Stephen Makasa (Class of 2019) reminds us from the Bible on how, while in the midst of struggles, there are practical things we can do to recharge.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 5 November 2025
RAAZ Recharge: Cultivating a heart of gratitude
Katongo Kambole Militu (Class of 2024) encourages us from the Bible on why gratitude is such a vital part of our walk as believers.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 29 October 2025
RAAZ Recharge: The power of growth as we move from seed to fruitfulness
Francis Chitambo (Class of 2016) reminds us of the process and products of growth from God's word.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 22 October 2025
RAAZ Recharge: A choice we need to make everyday
Agnes Simunza (Class of 2019) reminds us of a daily choice that followers of Jesus need to make.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 15 October 2025
When life gets tough: Holding on and moving forward
Life gets tough, but you’re not alone. In this heartfelt reflection, Pastor Richard Tumbu shares how faith, perseverance, and community help us keep going — no matter what. A powerful takeaway from RAAZ Ignite 2025.
Richard Tumbu (Class of 2014) — Monday, 13 October 2025
RAAZ Recharge: How can we persevere in the good work that God calls us to do?
Martha Lumbama (Class of 2013) encourages us from the Bible and shares practical insights on how we can stay the course and continue God's work.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 8 October 2025
RAAZ Recharge: Forgive
William Lwando (Class of 2024) exhorts us from the Bible on how forgiveness affects our prayers and our lives.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 1 October 2025
🎤 Alumni pastor interview: Pastor William Lwando on hosting a Rhema student outreach
Rhema alumnus Pastor William Lwando (Class of 2024) shares how hosting a student outreach at Good Morning Family Church impacted his congregation, the community, and the students themselves—showcasing the power of partnership between alumni and current Rhema leaders.
Farai Chansa Mwanza (Class of 2020) — Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Navigating Seasons in Ministry – Reflections on the September 2025 RAAZ Ministers Fellowship
At the September RAAZ Ministers Fellowship, alumni gathered for worship, encouragement, and testimonies. Pastor Benjamin shared on navigating different seasons in ministry, while Pastor Joseph Bilali Phiri’s testimony reminded us that even difficult times prepare us for greater impact.
Gloria Kanene (Class of 2012) — Monday, 29 September 2025
Meet the Speakers for GLS Lusaka 2025: Lead Where You Are
RAAZ and GLS Lusaka sign an MoU to mobilize leaders for Kingdom impact. Join Sarah Kamoto, Bishop Fortune Mwiza, Craig Groeschel and global faculty on 27 Sept. Register now.
Shupekile Mwanza (Class of 2019) — Wednesday, 24 September 2025
RAAZ Recharge: Why should we persevere in prayer?
Brian Chileshe (Class of 2021) reminds us that what we know of God's character will affect how we pray.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 24 September 2025
Lead Where You Are: RAAZ and GLS Lusaka partner for Kingdom impact
RAAZ and GLS Lusaka sign an MoU to mobilize leaders for Kingdom impact. Join Sarah Kamoto, Bishop Fortune Mwiza, Craig Groeschel and global faculty on 27 Sept. Register now.
Shupekile Mwanza (Class of 2019) — Thursday, 18 September 2025
RAAZ Recharge: how will you respond to God's call to obey Him in "small" ways?
Benjamin Moyowambuya (Class of 2012) applies lessons from Moses’ obedience at the burning bush to our daily walk.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 17 September 2025
RAAZ Recharge: how can you hear the voice of God?
Chomba Lesa Malembeka (Class of 2012) shares three ways to help you to hear the voice of God.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 10 September 2025
RAAZ Recharge: withdraw to recharge
Evans Simunza (Class of 2016) reminds us to follow the example of Jesus and put first things first ...
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 3 September 2025
Feet that go: a call to action!!
At RAAZ Ignite 2025, we were reminded that Rhema alumni are not called to sit in comfort. We are called to move. As a united family, RAAZ exists to equip, support, and mobilize graduates to carry the Gospel to every nation. We are the feet that go.
Sarah Kamoto (Class of 2019) — Tuesday, 2 September 2025
Congratulations Prashant Vaghela and Mwape Kenani on your wedding
Prashant Vaghela (Class of 2020) and Mwape Kenani (Class of 2024) got married on Saturday, 12 April 2025.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Friday, 29 August 2025
RAAZ Recharge: set an expectation to experience the goodness of God today
Nigel Musongeli (Class of 2015) challenges us to set our expectations based on what God says in the Bible.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 27 August 2025
Congratulations Fobby Banda and Margret Chisomo Zulu on your wedding
Fobby Banda and Margret Chisomo Zulu (Class of 2024) got married on Sunday, 6 July 2025.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Tuesday, 26 August 2025
Thank you for being part of 🔥 RAAZ Ignite 2025 🔥
Thank you for being part of 🔥 RAAZ Ignite 🔥 2025! Here are some next steps to take.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Monday, 25 August 2025
Sharing stories, strengthening faith: highlights from the third RAAZ Ministers Fellowship
At the third RAAZ Ministers Fellowship, alumni in ministry gathered at Church House to share testimonies, pray together, and connect over a meal — building consistency and strength for greater impact.
John Mundenge (Class of 2021) — Friday, 22 August 2025
Congratulations Parlos Sakala and Gladys Mushaike on your wedding
Parlos Sakala (Class of 2024) and Gladys Mushaike (Class of 2024) got married on Saturday, 31 May 2025.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Thursday, 21 August 2025
From house fellowship to hospital outreach: one pastor’s testimony
A Rhema Zambia alumnus brings hope to Mandevu through outreach, hospital ministry, and the strength of fellowship found in the RAAZ network.
Alfred Phiri (Class of 2022) — Wednesday, 20 August 2025
Congratulations John Tembo and Petronella Mambwe on your wedding
John Tembo (Class of 2023) and Petronella Mambwe got married on Saturday, 12 July 2025.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Tuesday, 19 August 2025
The fire in Nagpur
What began as a teaching assignment in Nagpur, India became a divine encounter—an awakening to the cost and fire of true discipleship. From humble beginnings with nine students to thousands of graduates across nations, Rhema India is raising revivalists who have counted the cost and said yes to Jesus. This is a call to every alumnus: remember your commission, rise, and go. The harvest is ready.
Sara Kamoto (Class of 2019) — Monday, 18 August 2025
Congratulations Arthur Mukelelabo Wamulume and Soneni Banda on your wedding
Arthur Mukelelabo Wamulume (Class of 2024) and Soneni Banda (Class of 2024) got married on Saturday, 12 April 2025.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Friday, 15 August 2025
🎶 Discover the sound of RAAZ
Discover the music of Rhema Zambia alumni ahead of RAAZ Ignite 2025. A curated playlist on Deezer, Spotify, and YouTube brings together songs from graduates across genres and seasons.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Friday, 15 August 2025
In loving memory of Petronella Kapijimpanga
On Saturday, 26 July 2025, we laid our sister, Petronella Kapijimpanga (Class of 2024) to rest.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Thursday, 14 August 2025
Strengthening the call: highlights from the second RAAZ Ministers Fellowship
Rhema Zambia alumni ministers are building together. The second RAAZ Ministers Fellowship tackled real issues—from ministerial welfare to sustainable ministry support. See how alumni are shaping a stronger, Holy Spirit led future.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Congratulations Chomba Tonga and Ruth Kanyanta Mhango on your wedding
Chomba Tonga (Class of 2024) and Ruth Kanyanta Mhango got married on Saturday, 26 July 2025
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Friday, 8 August 2025
Introducing the RAAZ Ministers Fellowship: Building Together for Greater Impact
The RAAZ Ministers Fellowship has launched! For the first time, Rhema Zambia graduates in ministry have a dedicated space for connection, support, and growth. Discover how this Spirit-led initiative is strengthening alumni ministers and building our united future.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Finding Strength in Solitude: Bishop Fortune Mwiza’s Healing Wisdom from the RAAZ Mental Wellness Webinar
Bishop Fortune Mwiza shares wisdom on finding spiritual strength through vulnerability, honest lament, and the practice of solitude. Drawing on personal hardships and scripture, he encourages leaders to anchor their faith in God's unchanging love beyond circumstances, empower others, and embrace restorative quiet time for resilience. A powerful message for Rhema Zambia alumni navigating leadership and life challenges.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Thursday, 31 July 2025
Leading with Integrity and Faith: Dr. David Kombe’s Practical Wisdom for Rhema Alumni
Dr. David Kombe shares seasoned wisdom on leading with integrity, faith, and resilience amidst challenges. He encourages Rhema alumni to build lasting respect, separate personal identity from their organizations, prepare wisely for difficult seasons, and maintain courage that is anchored in God.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Embracing Suffering and Building Resilience: 5 Insights from Dr. Francisca Bwalya-Chama
Believers and leaders face suffering—yet true resilience is found in honestly processing pain, embracing faith, and creating safe spaces for vulnerability. Drawing on her experience as a psychiatrist and training from Rhema, Dr. Francisca Bwalya-Chama reminds us that acknowledging our struggles, rather than minimizing them, deepens our faith and strengthens our capacity to live with hope and lead with compassion.
Silumesii Maboshe (Class of 2024) — Tuesday, 29 July 2025
Get ready for 🔥 RAAZ Ignite 2025 🔥
Get ready for our annual alumni homecoming. RAAZ Ignite 2025 will get you inspired, equipped and ready to go ... together!
Abigail Kaulule-Chabala (Class of 2022) — Monday, 28 July 2025
Building Capacity to Suffer Well
As Christian leaders, we often feel pressured to be “okay” all the time—but spiritual maturity includes the ability to hold space for grief, disappointment, and hardship, while remaining rooted in God’s truth.
Maumo Mubila-Kakoma (Class of 2019) — Friday, 25 July 2025
Your Rhema journey doesn't end at graduation🎓! Welcome to RAAZ 🎉
Did you know that after graduating from Rhema Bible Training Centre Zambia (RBTCZ), you are part of something bigger?
Farai Chansa Mwanza (Class of 2020) — Tuesday, 22 July 2025