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By John Kariuki
Reverend Frederick Ngugi, the National Chairman of the Association of Pentecostal and Evangelical Clergy of Kenya (APECK), has voiced strong support for self-regulation among religious institutions. He described it as a forward-thinking measure to uphold the sanctity of worship while ensuring accountability within faith communities.
βThis is the way to go,β stated Rev. Ngugi. βSelf-regulation not only protects freedom of worship but also ensures that we, as spiritual leaders, remain accountable to our faith communities and the broader society.β
Rev. Mwangi’s remarks reflect a growing consensus among clergy, including Bishop Thagana, General Secretary of the Evangelical and Indigenous Christian Churches of Kenya (EICCK). Both leaders are advocating for a unified approach to establish ethical guidelines that respect the autonomy of worship centers while addressing governance concerns within the religious sector.
The push for self-regulation comes amid increasing scrutiny of certain religious organizations over governance and ethical practices. By fostering trust, unity, and accountability, religious leaders aim to reinforce the positive role of faith in Kenyan society while safeguarding the fundamental right to worship freely.
The proposed framework is expected to emerge from collaboration and dialogue among Kenyaβs diverse religious leaders. Proponents believe that such measures will help maintain the integrity of worship and strengthen the publicβs confidence in religious institutions.
