Reformed Theology Church Planting in Africa
What is Christians Teaching Christians Doing Across Africa?
Christians Teaching Christians (CTC) is a 501(c)(3) mission organization dedicated to advancing global church planting networks across Africa by equipping, mentoring, and supporting indigenous pastors. Centered on sound Reformed theology and the authority of Sacred Scripture, CTC partners with native church leaders to plant biblically healthy, self-sustaining local congregations.
What is the Vision for Reformed Missions & Pastoral Training in Africa?
Our vision is to establish self-governing, biblically grounded regional hubs across key African nations.
By providing native leaders with rigorous Reformed theological training, CTC empowers national pastors to preach the gospel with clarity, stand firm against the prosperity gospel, and cultivate long-term financial sustainability through local agricultural projects.
How is CTC Equipping Native Pastors Across African Regions?
How is CTC Training Biblical Leaders in the
Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)?
Led by Pastor Ricky Banza, CTC has maintained an active teaching presence in the French-speaking DRC for 10 to 15 years. Pastor Ricky shepherds a growing congregation of 120 weekly members while receiving ongoing theological instruction to preach faithful, expository sermons
How Are Self-Sustaining Reformed Churches Growing in Malawi?
Overseen by Pastor Christopher through the Reformed International Church of Malawi, CTC supports 6 active church plants and local elder boards. The work includes 3 permanent church buildings (2 constructed, 1 purchased), two congregations meeting under local trees, and one plant gathering inside a Muslim community center whose leadership welcomes Christian gospel preaching. In addition, the 150-member Tobacco Church plant operates self-sustaining agricultural farms growing corn and crops to fund local ministry.
How is Reformed Church Planting Expanding in Zambia & Zimbabwe?
In Zambia, Pastor Pascal oversees 3 church plants under the Reformed International Church of Zambia.
To ensure long-term self-sustainability, CTC purchased a regional farm growing corn and sunflowers to feed the community and support the church.
In Zimbabwe, Pastor Sidney leads church planting efforts to establish 3 new Reformed congregations under the International Church of Zimbabwe.
Where Else is CTC Supporting Indigenous Pastors & Christian Schools in Africa?
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Nigeria: Dr. Moses George leads 3 church plants (50 total members), bringing Reformed theology to regions where prosperity gospel teachings dominate. CTC has been active here for 15+ years and is securing official international registration.
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Sierra Leone: Pastor Ben shepherds a 60-member congregation and oversees the Covenant Children's School, built by CTC to educate 30–50 village children in basic academics and daily Bible study.
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Ethiopia: Work includes a 50-member church in Addis Ababa led by Dr. Nega (inaugural sermon preached by CTC Director Todd Buchner in 2024), alongside Pastor Amme’s 60-member congregation in Arba Minch.
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Ghana & South Sudan: In Ghana, former student Emmanuel assists a local church serving 80–100 members. In South Sudan, Pastors Tom (Presbyterian, Dinka Tribe) and Absaloh minister across 5 regional churches in the Nuba Mountains.
How Does Christians Teaching Christians Train Native African Pastors in Reformed Theology?
Christians Teaching Christians prioritizes native pastoral education over sending short-term western missionaries. Indigenous leaders already speak the native language, understand local tribal dynamics, and remain embedded in their communities. CTC provides these leaders with sound Reformed theological resources, mentoring, and agricultural tools so local churches can flourish without permanent external reliance.
Why is Reformed theological training vital for pastors in Africa?
Many African pastors face a widespread rise in prosperity gospel teachings. Training in Reformed theology grounds native church leaders in the sovereignty of God, biblical grace, and sound doctrine, equipping them to protect their congregations from false teaching.
How can I fund church planting and pastoral training in Africa?
You can support native missionaries through monthly recurring gifts or one-time donations. Donations directly fund leader study stipends, study Bibles, local church building projects, and agricultural sustainability initiatives across Africa