A Service Unto The Lord Ministry Team

THE VERY REV. CANON EVANS OMOLLO

Position: Provost
Categories: Executive, Head Clergy

The Very Reverend Canon Evans Omollo is the Provost of All Saints’ Cathedral, Nairobi. Evans committed to following Jesus as a teenager in 1996. He was made a deacon in 2004 and ordained a priest in 2005 in the Anglican Diocese of Bondo. He holds a Higher Diploma in Theology from Carlile College (2004) BA in Cross-Cultural Mission (2008) and MA in Mission with Leadership (2009) both from All Nations Christian College, UK. He is currently pursuing his doctoral studies at St Paul’s University, Limuru in Missional Ecclesiology.

After training, Evans served at St Michael and All Angels’ Cathedral, Bondo from 2004 to 2006 then went abroad for further studies. Upon his return to Kenya in 2009, he had a short stint in teaching theology at Bishop Okullu College of Theology and Development in Bondo from January 2010 to February 2011. He served as Provincial Mission Director for the Anglican Church of Kenya between March 2011 and August 2016. He was appointed Assistant Provost of All Saints’ Cathedral, Nairobi in September 2016, a position he held until his appointment and Installation as fourteenth Provost of the Cathedral on 9 th July 2023.

Evans is married to Dr Sellina Omollo (a nutritionist by training) and they are blessed with three children – Eleanor Mor (b. July 2012), Ezra Hono (b. April 2015) and Ebony Hera (b. September 2016). Evans has a passion for expository preaching and believes that the meaningful growth of the church is directly proportionate to members’ personal spiritual growth.

Rev. James Kanyi

Position: Assistant Provost
Categories: Executive, HOD

Rev. Maj James Kanyi Mwangi is the Assistant Provost at All Saints’ Cathedral. He has a Bachelor’s in Bible & Theology from Pan Africa Christian University
(PACU) (2007) and Master’s in Practical Theology (Pastoral Studies) from Africa International University (2012). James is also a trained and commissioned Military officer.

He began his Ministry in 1998 as an Evangelist at St. James & All Martyrs Memorial Cathedral Murang’a, then became the Pioneer Vicar in Kiria-ini Parish, Diocese of Mt Kenya Central in 2003, and in 2005, a Curate at All Saints’ Cathedral Parish transitioning into the AC Chaplain Ministry of State for Defence (KDF) in 2007.

James is married to Carol and is blessed with two teenage boys (Dan and Tonny), and a 10-year-old daughter (Subira). James is a trained mechanic and an excellent cook.

James gave his life to Christ on 29th Dec 1990 and has anchored his faith in (Acts 17:26) “From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands.”

Rev. James Kanyi

Assistant Provost

Rev. Joseph Kamau

Position: HOD: Family & Discipleship
Categories: HOD

Year ordained: I was made Deacon in 26th January 2013 and ordained Priest on the eve of Maundy Thursday (17th April 2014)

Education:  I have a Bachelor of Divinity from St Pauls University and currently pursuing Master of Theology (MTh) in systematic theology from the same university.

Churches/dioceses served, and the years served there: Was 1st posted as a deacon to Christ Church parish in Westlands in 2013, however upon priesting, I served for 5 months in the same parish and on 1st September 2014 was posted to All Saints Cathedral Parish as a curate till to date..   

Family: I am married to Anne Kamau and we have been blessed with 2 children, Gad Kamau and Jonah Kamau.  

Favorite bible verse:  “One thing I ask from the Lordthis only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple. For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent and set me high upon a rock.” |Psalm 27: 4-5|

Rev. Joseph Kamau

HOD: Family & Discipleship

Rev. Josephine Ngahu

Position: HOD: Leadership Department
Categories: HOD

Rev Josphine Ngahu serves as the HoD, Leadership Department. She was made a Deacon in 2004 and Priested in 2005 here in the Cathedral.

She holds a Diploma in Theology from Berea Theological College, Bachelors of Divinity from St Paul’s University, and Masters of Development from St Paul’s University. She is currently pursuing a PHD in Organisational Leadership Development at Atlantic International University, USA.

Josephine served first in St Thomas Dagoretti (2005-2007), then St Luke’s Kenyatta (2008-2009), Christ the King Ngando (2009-2010), St Joseph Kabete ( 2010- 2012), St Augustine Madaraka (2012-2014) and then came to Cathedral in the year 2014.

Nevertheless, she wears many hats. Other than being a passionate Pastor, Josephine is a wife to Chris and a mother to Moses and Aaron. Despite that, during her free time, Josephine like; knitting, reading, cooking, travelling and singing. She believes that her purpose in life is to equip, empower and encourage individuals for better living.

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path”. Ps. 119: 105

Rev. Josephine Ngahu

HOD: Leadership Department

Rev. Jandson Njoroge

Position: HOD: Worship and Hospital Chaplaincy
Categories: HOD

Rev. Jandson Njoroge serves as the Head of the Department, Worship & Hospital Chaplaincy. He holds a Degree in Business Administration (2017) and a Diploma in Theology ( 2005) from St. Paul’s University. He is currently Pursuing A Master’s in Business Administration (St. Paul’s University) and clinical Pastoral Education at Servants of the Sick Training Center, Nairobi. Rev. Jandson was made Deacon in December 2021 and ordained into Priesthood in December 2023.

He is married to Mary Njeri and blessed with three children: Joseph, Emmanuel and Samuel and anchors himself in 1 Corinthians 15: 58.

“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord is not in vain.”

Rev. Jandson Njoroge

HOD: Worship and Hospital Chaplaincy

Rev. Alfred Apela

Position: HOD: Evangelism and Outreach
Categories: HOD

Name: Rev. Captain Alfred Apela

Designation: HoD, Evangelism and Outreach

Years served in the Holy Orders: Ordained into the Holy Order of Deacons in October 2008 and later Priested in May 2009.

Education: Commissioned as a Church Army Captain and then graduated at Carlile College with a Higher Diploma in Theology (HDip.Th) 6th October 2007. Alfred also holds a Bachelors degree in Divinity (BD) from St. Paul’s University

Family: Happily married to Grace Apela and blessed with two children Judah and Joy.

Service: Served at A.C.K. St. Joseph Kabete as an evangelist got attached and served at A.C.K. Hope Celebration Church 2006. Served   A.C.K. St. Francis Church in Karen Nairobi, as a Curate in September 2008, then later Joined All Saints Cathedral Nairobi in September 2012.

Favorite Bible Verse:  How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! How great is the sum of them! Ps 139:17 KJV

Rev. Alfred Apela

HOD: Evangelism and Outreach

Rev. Ignitius Malimo

Position: HOD: Youth & Young Adults
Categories: HOD

Year ordained: I was made Deacon in year 2007 and in 2009 was ordained Priest.

Education:  I have a Bachelor’s Degree In Theology from Africa International University.

Churches/Dioceses served and the years served there. I first served in the Diocese of Eldoret as the Youth and Children Priest (DYO) from 2007-2011. Between 2012-2017, I served as Curate and Priest in Charge Youth, Teens, and Sunday School Ministry at St. Matthews Cathedral Eldoret before joining the Cathedral on 1st September 2017.

Family: I got married to Sylvia Ann in April 2014.

Favourite bible verse:

“…But as for you, be strong and do not give up. for your work will be rewarded..” 2 Chronicles 15:7

Rev. Ignitius Malimo

HOD: Youth & Young Adults

Rev. James Kimari

Position: Senior Citizens & Special Abilities Minister
Categories: Sector Ministers

Rev Kimari holds a Masters in Social Ministry (MSM) from Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) 2009-2012, Bachelor in Divinity (BD) from St. Paul University 2002-2004 and a Diploma in Theology (DTh) from St. Paul University 1997-2000.

Church Service and the years:

St. Phillip Jericho (Nairobi larger Diocese) July-December 2000

All Saints Cathedral 2001-2004

St. Augustin Parish 2004- May 2006

St. Joseph Parish –Kabete July 2006- December 2007

Christ the King Ngandu Parish 2008

St. Paul Jamhuri Sub Parish January 2009-June 2010

Christ the Ngandu Parish July 2010-December 2011

St. Jerome Parish-Kibera January 2012-September 2016

All saints Cathedral October 2016

Family: Married To Jane Muthoni and father of three children

Favorite Bible Verse: “I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” Philippians4:13(NIV)

Rev. James Kimari

Senior Citizens & Special Abilities Minister

Rev. Edwin Masai

Position: Deaf Minister
Categories: Sector Ministers

Rev Edwin Masai Maling’a, is the Deaf minister. He has a Certificate in Theology from St. Paul’s Theological collage, Kapsabet (2013), is trained in leadership at DOOR International, Nairobi (2016), and Counselling at Uganda Institute of Family Counselling, 2023. He is currently at The New Hope Bible College for a Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies.

Edwin became the Curate at ACK St. Luke’s Cathedral, Kitale, and became a Deacon, in 2016. He was ordained in 2017 and served as a Deaf Minister under the Diocese of Kitale in 2022 and later transitioned to All Saints’ Cathedral to serve as the Deaf Minister in December 2022.

He is married to Hilda Wamalwa and together have two children, Faith Cherotich Masai and Gift Kipkorir Masai. His favourite verse is Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Edwin’s mission is to train both the deaf and the hearing communities on how to read and understand the word of God through sign language.

Rev. Edwin Masai

Deaf Minister

Rev. Capt. Alice Kariuki

Position: Women's Minister
Categories: Sector Ministers

Rev Capt. Alice has attained Diploma in Mission at Carlile College- Church Army Africa and Diploma in Children and Family Ministry at St Paul’s University and  Bachelor in Divinity (BD) at St Paul’s University, Currently pursuing Masters in Religious Studies at Landmark Seminary Texas, USA.

Rev Capt. Alice is Married to John and blessed with three children, Loise, Renny and Natasha

Before joining the Cathedral in September 2016, Captain Alice worked at St  Josephs Kabete Parish.

Favourite bible verse: ……but the Lord made the Heavens. Splendour and Majesty are before Him; strength and joy in His dwelling place. 1 Chronicles 16: 26- 27

What am passionate about: Raising God fearing families.

Rev. Capt. Alice Kariuki

Women's Minister

Rev. Peter Mugi

Position: Teens Minister & ASC School Chaplain
Categories: Sector Ministers

Teens Minister and ASC Primary School Chaplain

Rev. Peter Mugi

Teens Minister & ASC School Chaplain

Rev. Leah Wanjiku Gatuma

Position: Children & Counselling Minister
Categories: Sector Ministers

Name: Rev Leah Wanjiku Gatuma

Designation: Children’s Minister & Coordinates Counselling Ministry

Education: I graduated with a licentiate in Theology (ministry and Development) in November 2002 from Evangelical Seminary of Southern Africa (ESSA). I am a holder of Bachelor of Theology Honours (Theology and Development) from University of KwaZulu- Natal South Africa and Masters in Theology (Counselling option) from St Paul’s University Limuru. I am currently pursuing my PhD in Marriage and family therapy at Pan Africa Christian University.

Ministry: I have served in the children ministry for over 10 years in the Anglican Church as well as at New Dawn Kenya (running a children Mentorship program). I am passionate about children and I believe in serving children with excellence for indeed Matt 19:14 says “let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these” we can learn a lot from them especially on how to be authentic Christians.

Family: I am married to Rev. Johnson Gatuma and we are blessed with two young adults Immanuel and Samuel.

Favourite Bible verse: 1Cor 2:10 “these are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God.

Rev. Leah Wanjiku Gatuma

Children & Counselling Minister

Carol Kathombe

Position: Teens Coordinator
Categories: Ministry Cordinators
Prior to working at the Cathedral, I worked with teens and youth in different parts of the country, teaching them the Gospel of Christ and impacting them for transformation. I envision a Kenya whose teens are a cut above the rest on matters ethics, ministry and talent.
Favourite verse: Ecclesiastes 12:1 “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach where you will say “I find no pleasure in them””

Carol Kathombe

Teens Coordinator

Celestine Lagat

Position: Children Coordinator
Categories: Ministry Cordinators

She is the Children’s Ministry Coordinator she holds a Bsc. In Information Technology from Jomo Kenya University of Science and Technology and a Diploma in Children and Family Ministry from Church Army Africa and is married and blessed with two children Mitchell and Jayden.

She is anchored in Acts 20:24 “However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.”

Celestine loves guiding children to learn, believe, accept and share God’s word quoting that, “Children are like wet cement. But remember, we only have a short window of time until the wet cement turns to concrete. We must impress God’s Word, wisdom and ways into their lives while we have the opportunity”– Dale Hudson

Celestine Lagat

Children Coordinator

Antony Muriuki

Position: Music Director
Categories: Directors

Anthony Went to DEB Ndemu Primary School and later joined the Alliance High School. An honours graduate from Kenyatta University with bachelors in Music Performance. Antony also holds several certificates from the Associated Board of the Royal School Of Music in Theory of music and Piano performance.
What He is passionate about : Antony cherishes conducting be it Choirs or Orchestras. He is also a passionate organist who hopes to pursue further studies in Conducting and organ playing. In his leisure time Antony enjoys going on adventures with his motorcycle.

Antony Muriuki

Music Director

Moses Odumbe

Position: Assistant Music Director
Categories: Directors

Moses Odumbe is an instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, teacher and music director in the contemporary field of music.
He has a diploma in Business Management from Kenya Institute of Management (2017).
He’s passionate about music and has had an excellent career in contemporary music leadership and management spanning more than 10 years.
Family: Moses is married to Joan Mero and they have a daughter, Nadya Taya.

Moses Odumbe

Assistant Music Director

Prisca Okemba

Position: Senior Verger/AA Worship & Hospital Chaplaincy Department
Categories: Administrative Assistants

Prisca O. Okemba is the Senior Verger & Administrative Assistant in the Worship and Hospital Chaplaincy Department. She served as a Verger from 2013 and became the Senior Verger in 2023. Prisca holds a master’s in clinical psychology and is a proud mother to Jesse Faraja. She is passionate about Mental Health Advocacy and her favourite verse is Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God, I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Prisca Okemba

Senior Verger/AA Worship & Hospital Chaplaincy Department