Churches in Kenya
There are more than 4,000 registered churches in Kenya, belonging to an innumerable variety of religious denominations. They can range from very mainstream churches, to lesser – known evangelical and gospel offshoots.
Churches in Kenya are predominately Christian, though many different denominations and congregations exist within the population. Overall, more than three quarters of the population identify themselves as Christian (either Protestant or Roman Catholic). However, many Kenyans mix their Christian beliefs with traditional beliefs (such as belief in witchcraft).
Most of the well-established churches in Kenya have their roots in early missionary work, when Europeans first took an interest in the area and they saw an opportunity to preach to a wide new audience.
List of Churches in Kenya
Mainstream Churches in Kenya
- Roman Catholics Church
- Anglican Church of Kenya
- Full Gospel Churches
- Presbyterian Church of East Africa
- Africa Inland Church
- Methodist Church
- Baptist Church
Lately however, Kenya has witnessed the mushrooming of what are referred to as Pentecostal churches. In Nairobi, the most popular ones include
Church in Kenya – Pentecostal Churches in Nairobi
- Nairobi Pentecostal ChurchChurches in Kenya – List of Churches in Kenya
- Nairobi Lighthouse Church
- Redeemed Gospel Church
- Deliverance Church
- Jesus is Alive Ministries
- Jubilee Christian Centre
Besides these denominations, there are numerous others with a significant presence in Kenya.
Churches in Kenya (2009 census)
- Catholic Population – 9,010,684
- Protestant Population – 18,307,466
- Other Christian Population – 4.559,584
- Muslim Population – 4,304,798
- Hindu Population – 53,393
- Traditionalist Population – 635,352
- Other Religion Population– 557,450
- No Religion Population – 922,128
- Don’t Know – 61,233
Churches in Kenya – Current Members of the National Council of Churches of Kenya
The National Council of Churches in Kenya, founded in 1918, is the world’s largest Council of churches. NCCK is a fellowship of protestant churches and Christian organizations registered in Kenya. To facilitate the united mission of the Christian church in Kenya, the Council promotes fellowship and ecumenism, nurtures a common understanding of the Christian faith and mission, builds the capacities of the membership and enhances the creation of a just and sustainable society.
The NCCK provides a forum for member churches and organizations to act on common issues, to support and sharpen each other in service and Christian witness. Through NCCK, the membership seeks to facilitate the attainment of a united, just, peaceful and sustainable society. The normal day to day work of evangelism, teaching and pastoral care is carried out by the member churches.
Churches in Kenya – NCCK Full Members
- Africa Brotherhood Church
- African Christian Church and Schools
- African Church of the Holy Spirit
- African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa
- African Interior Church
- African Nineveh Church
- Anglican Church of Kenya
- Church of Africa Sinai Mission
- Church of God in East Africa (Kenya) – Kima Mission
- Coptic Orthodox Church
- Episcopal Church of Africa
- Evangelical Lutheran Church of Kenya
- Free Pentecostal Fellowship in Kenya
- Friends Church in Kenya
- Full Gospel Churches of Kenya
- Kenya Assemblies of God
- Kenya Evangelical Lutheran Church of Kenya
- Kenya Mennonite Church
- Lyahuka Church of East Africa
- Maranatha Faith Assemblies
- Methodist Church in Kenya
- National Independent Church of Africa
- Overcoming Faith Center Church of Kenya
- Pentecostal Evangelistic Fellowship of Africa
- Presbyterian Church of East Africa
- Reformed Church of East Africa
- Salvation Army
- Scriptural Holiness Mission
- Zion Harvest Mission
Churches in Kenya – NCCK Probationary Members
- Scripture Union of Kenya
Churches in Kenya – NCCK Associate Members
- Bible Society of Kenya
- Christian Churches Education Association
- Christian Health Association of Kenya
- Christian Hostels Fellowship
- Fellowship of Christian Unions
- Kenya United Independent Churches
- Kenya Ecumenical Church Loan Fund
- Kenya Students Christian Fellowship
- Public Law Institute
- St Paul’s University
- Young Men’s Christian Association
- Young Women’s Christian Association
Churches in Kenya – NCCK Fraternal Members
- African Evangelistic Enterprise
- Daystar University
- Trans World Radio
- Trinity Fellowship
- World Vision
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