"Knowing Christ & Making Him Known"
"Knowing Christ & Making Him Known"
Right now, children in East Africa drink from unsafe water sources that bring disease and suffering. This is not just unsafe—it is life-threatening.
We invite you to pray for these communities.
Pray for clean water, for protection from sickness, and for God’s provision.
Pray for the pastors and churches serving in these areas—that they would be strengthened as they share the Gospel and care for their communities.
Please join us in prayer:
Pray that every village would hear about Jesus
Pray for jobs and provision for families
Pray for clean water for children and families
Pray for healing and protection from disease
Pray for pastors serving in difficult conditions
Pray for communities to be strengthened through the Gospel
Pray for children to have access to education and a hopeful future
Pray that every village would hear about Jesus
Pray for access to basic healthcare
WHAT WE BELIEVE
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Genesis 1:1,26,27; 3:22 | Psalm 90:2 | Matthew 28:19 | 1 Peter 1:2 | 2 Corinthians 13:14
Man is made in the spiritual image of God, to be like him in character. He is the supreme object of God’s creation. Although man has tremendous potential for good, he is marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin." This attitude separates man from God.
Genesis 1:27 | Psalm 8:3-6 | Isaiah 53:6a | Romans 3:23 | Isaiah 59:1,2
Man was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with him is eternal life. Heaven and hell are places of eternal existence.
John 3:16 | John 2:25 | Romans 6:23 | Revelation 20:15 | 1 John 5:11-13 | Matthew 25:31-46
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all men by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate his power over sin and death. He ascended to heaven’s glory and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22,23 | Isaiah 9:6 | John 1:1-5, 14:10-30 | Hebrews 4:14,15 | 1 Corinthians 15:3,4 | Romans 1:3,4 | Acts 1:9-11 | 1 Timothy 6:14,15 | Titus 2:13
Salvation is a gift from God to man. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can man be saved from sin’s penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.
Romans 6:23 | Ephesians 2:8,9 | John 14:6, 1:12 | Titus 3:5 | Galatians 3:26 | Romans 5:1
Because God gives man eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives this security.
John 10:29 | 2 Timothy 1:12 | Hebrews 7:25; 10:10,14 | 1 Peter 1:3-5
The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live under his control daily.
2 Corinthians 3:17 | John 16:7-13, 14:16,17 | Acts 1:8 | 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16 | Ephesians 1:13 | Galatians 5:25 | Ephesians 5:1
The Bible is God’s Word to all mankind. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living.
Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.
2 Timothy 3:16 | 2 Peter 1:20,21 | 2 Timothy 1:13 | Psalm 119:105,160, 12:6 | Proverbs 30:5
We exist to Glorify God
Worship — celebrate God's presence Psalm 68:3; Psalm 34:3; Psalm 122:2
Evangelism — communicate God's gospel through evangelism and witness Acts 1:8
Fellowship — to communicate God's Family through Fellowship Ephesians 2:19
Discipleship — to educate God's people through Discipleship Ephesians 4:13
Ministry — We demonstrate God's love through ministry Ephesians 4:12
We believe Jesus Christ established baptism and the Lord’s Supper for His Church.
Baptism is a public expression of repentance and faith, symbolizing new life in Christ.
The Lord’s Supper is a sacred remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice and a declaration of hope in His return.
Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:3–4; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26
Marriage and sexual intimacy are wonderful gifts from God to be stewarded for his glory. God’s design for marriage is to be between one man and one woman for life. Biblical marriage requires that both people have biological differences from birth as male and female. Any sexual relationship or activity outside of biblical, covenanted marriage is sinful, and is not blessed by God. While marriage is a gift from God, we also believe that singleness can be a gift from God and can be God’s call on a person’s life.
Genesis 2:23–24 | Leviticus 18:22 | Matthew 15:19–20 | Matthew 19:5–6 | Romans 1:26–27 | 1 Corinthians 6:18 | 1 Corinthians 7:7–9 | 1 Timothy 1:9–10 | Hebrews 13:4
Our mission is knowing Christ and Making Him Known
This Statement of Faith expresses the doctrinal foundation of The Church Of Acts Inernational and guides all teaching, leadership, partnerships, and ministry activities.
Hebrews 13:7; Titus 1:9
Submitted by:
Johnnie Mae Clemensen
Founder & Lead Servaant
The Church Of Acts International
Founder & Lead Servant
The Church of Acts International
Johnnie Mae Clemensen is the Founder and Overseer of The Church of Acts International, a global ministry dedicated to fulfilling the Great Commission and Great Commandment by planting churches, equipping leaders, and serving vulnerable communities across Kenya, Uganda, and beyond. Her heart for evangelism, discipleship, worship, fellowship, and ministry shapes the vision and mission of TCOAI as it brings hope and transformation to the nations.
Johnnie Mae Clemensen is an honor graduate of Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. She also earned her Law Degree from Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia, graduating Summa Cum Laude in her legal studies.
She is currently an honor student at Rockbridge International Seminary, where she is earning her Master of Divinity (M.Div.) to further equip herself for global ministry leadership.
From Johnnie Mae Clemensen, Founder & Servant Leader
“Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord. — Zechariah 4:6
God has called The Church of Acts International to be more than a ministry—He has called us to be a movement. A movement of churches, pastors, disciple-makers, and transformed communities across East Africa and beyond.
The same Holy Spirit who empowered the early church is empowering us today. We are witnessing salvations, church planting, and leaders rising up in places where the Gospel has not yet been reached.
Our mission is clear: to fulfill the Great Commission and the Great Commandment in our generation.
We will not stop until every village has a church, every pastor is equipped, and every child has hope in Jesus.
Thank you for standing with us as we carry the Gospel to the nations. Together, we are advancing God’s Kingdom and bringing transformation to communities living in extreme poverty.
All for Christ,
Johnnie Mae Clemensen
Founder & Servant Leader
The Church of Acts International
Pastor For Africa Pastor David Muchungu Teaching Pastor Mariam Muchungu
Pastor David Muchungu
Pastor for East Africa
The Church of Acts International
Studied at University of Nairobi (UoN)
Founder, Hope For Life Orphanage
Pastor David serves as the Pastor for East Africa for TCOAI, Pastor David Muchungu studied at the University of Nairobi and holds a Diploma in Christian Leadership from Jesse Bible Seminary, as well as a Certificate in Practical Theology from Destiny School of Ministry and Faith Alive Bible College. He and his wife, Teaching Pastor Mariam Muchungu, provides leadership, oversight, and support to a growing network of pastors. Through their leadership, churches are being strengthened, new believers are being discipled, and new church fellowships are being planted in underserved communities.
In many of these areas, pastors faithfully serve without salaries, reliable transportation, or basic ministry resources. Yet they continue to shepherd their communities, preach the Gospel, and raise up new leaders with dedication and faith.
This work is not just about meeting needs—it is about building a strong, biblical church. As local believers grow in their faith, they are learning to support one another, live out the Gospel, and carry the message of Jesus into their own communities.
Together, we are seeing a movement take shape—one that reflects the early church in Acts, where faith is active, communities are transformed, and the Gospel continues to spread.
Locations:
Buguri, Kampala
Matuga, Kampala
Kigogwa, Kampala
MINISTRY HISTORY
Branch Pastor Moses Balongo, The Church Of Acts International — Mauko Village, Busia County, Kenya
Teaching Pastor Linet Okumu, The Church Of Acts International — Samia Village, Kenya
Branch Pastor Nekesa Tom — Lukonya Village, Kenya
Teaching Pastor Goreint Namasobo, The Church Of Acts International — Nakasevere Village, Bugiri, Uganda
Branch Pastor Lukas Omoiti, The Church Of Acts International — Amoni Village, Busia County, Kenya
Branch Pastor John Odunga, The Church Of Acts International — Mayenje Village, Busia County, Kenya
Branch Pastor Dennis Okello, The Church Of Acts International —Mahompe Village, Uganda
Branch Pastor Odongo God, The Church Of Acts International — Nayenava Village, Uganda
Branch Pastor Warder Coline, The Church Of Acts International — Mahomb Village,, Kenya
Branch Pastor Patrick Ouma, The Church Of Acts International — Lumino Village, Uganda
Teaching Pastor Atieno Auma Christine, The Church Of Acts International — Maduwa Village, Uganda
Branch Pastor Willam Okello, The Church Of Acts International — Port Victoria Village, Kenya
These are beautiful church families across Kenya and Uganda praising God with joy, music, and dance. Many of these village churches have little, but their worship is filled with hope, unity, and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Your support helps encourage pastors and congregations as they continue to share the Gospel, disciple believers, and seek transformation in their communities.
Masambas Village, Uganda – The Church of Acts International
Served alongside Pastor Peter Brian
This is what your prayers and support make possible:
A living, thriving church in a rural village where families gather to worship, grow in Christ, and find hope.
Here in Masambas Village, people face poverty — but their faith is rich.
Their worship is pure.
Their joy is contagious.
Every new church we plant brings the Gospel to a village that would otherwise go unreached.
Thank you for standing with us as we advance God’s Kingdom one village at a time. 🙌🏾🔥🌍