On 15 June 2025, the Igreja do Nazareno de Infulene celebrated the dedication of a newly built sanctuary—a project that has taken almost 20 years since the initial groundbreaking in 2005. More than 500 church members, guests, and distinguished government officials from Maputo Province gathered to celebrate this moment.

The celebration had three distinct moments. After the ribbon-cutting ceremony by District Superintendent Vasco Mabote, the congregants celebrated the achievement through songs and dance. This sanctuary holds special meaning to the local congregation, having been built with local resources and workers.

The appreciation of Nazarenes and non-Nazarenes who donated their resources for the construction of the sanctuary was another important moment. All of them were given certificate of merit for their significant contribution. 

The governor of Maputo Province who spoke at the event emphasized the need for churches to continue praying and preaching the message of reconciliation. Additionally, he requested the church to pray for the government that it would seek God’s wisdom to lead the country of Mozambique well. As a vote of thanks from the government, he gifted 30 plastic chairs for the new sanctuary.

In the spirit of appreciation, Agostao Zitha, the current pastor of Igreja de Infulene, presented an emotional appreciation of all the former pastors of the church who served since its conception in 1964.

The final special moment came when Vasco Mabote delivered a message of encouragement to everyone who contributed to the successful construction of the sanctuary. 

God is doing marvelous things in Mozambique, and the Church of the Nazarene continues to play a crucial role in its ministry here. 

--Church of the Nazarene Africa Region