Building The Kingdom : A Closer Look at CITAM
Christ is the Answer Ministries (CITAM) is a Pentecostal church organization that was founded in Kenya in 1952 by American missionary Dr. Louis Francescon. Since then, CITAM has expanded beyond Kenya and established branches in other African countries, as well as in the United Kingdom and the United States. CITAM's mission is to "preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, nurture believers, and show the love and power of God in practical ways." A council of bishops, who oversee the church's operations and ministries led the organization. Each local congregation is led by a pastor or team of pastors, who are responsible for preaching, teaching, and providing pastoral care to the members of the church. One of the hallmarks of CITAM is its emphasis on evangelism, missions, and outreach programs that serve the needs of the communities in which it operates. These programs include education and training, healthcare, social welfare, and economic development initiatives. For exampl...