From left to right: Reverend Thérèse Bimpa Abulukayi, Coordinator of the Women and Children Faith Network - Cheikh Abdallah Mangala, President of the CNRP Executive Committee - Elder Thierry K. Mutombo, President of the Africa Central Area, Reverend Kinyamba Lunge Armand, Secretary General of the CNRP - Mrs. Isis Kangudie Mana, CNRP communicator, during the signing of the memorandum of understanding in Kinshasa.
From left to right: Reverend Thérèse Bimpa Abulukayi, Coordinator of the Women and Children Faith Network; Cheikh Abdallah Mangala, President of the CNRP Executive Committee; Elder Thierry K. Mutombo, President of the Africa Central Area; Reverend Kinyamba Lunge Armand, Secretary General of the CNRP; Mrs. Isis Kangudie Mana, CNRP communicator; and Colonel Ntembi Essaie, of the Salvation Army, during the signing of the memorandum of understanding in Kinshasa.© 2025 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.In a spirit of faith, fellowship, and mutual respect, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the National Council of Religions for Peace (CNRP) signed a historic memorandum of understanding in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. This important initiative aims to promote peace, solidarity and interfaith cooperation in accordance with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
The signing ceremony brought together Elder Thierry K. Mutombo, President of the Africa Central Area of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and Sheikh Abdallah Mangala, Chairman of the CNRP Executive Committee. Together, they expressed their commitment to collaborating in order to bless God's children, regardless of their faith or background.
This Memorandum of Understanding is based on fundamental Gospel principles: loving one's neighbour, serving the most vulnerable and pursuing peace. It does not create legal obligations but expresses a sincere desire to collaborate in a spirit of trust, mutual respect and active faith.
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Among the objectives set, the two Organizations commit to:
- Strengthening humanitarian and educational programs,
- Promoting interfaith dialogue and brotherhood,
- Mobilizing their resources to alleviate human suffering,
- Training religious leaders in spiritual diplomacy and cooperation.
The Church will provide its programs, such as Helping Hands, maternal and newborn care and access to clean water, while the CNRP will facilitate links with other faiths and key partners.
This partnership demonstrates a strong belief that genuine faith encourages us to view every individual as a brother or sister, deserving of love, respect and support. Together, both institutions aspire to serve as instruments in the Lord's hands, working to bring peace to families, communities and the nation.
This moment marks a significant milestone in Africa Central's interreligious collaboration. It demonstrates the power of the Gospel when practiced with faith, humility and Christian love.