Anglican Church of Kenya Diocese of Kitale > Diocesan Governance System

Diocesan Governance System

1.     The Diocesan Synod

The Diocesan Synod is the highest governing organ of the Diocese. It comprises all canonically resident clergy in good standing and two lay delegates from each parish. The Synod convenes its ordinary sessions biennially to deliberate on major policies and strategies impacting the Diocese’s mission and ministry.

2.     The Standing Committee of the Synod

The Standing Committee, elected from Synod delegates and including ex-officio members (Archdeacons, Provost, and the Administrative Secretary), provides oversight for the Diocese’s daily operations. This committee appoints members to various boards and committees to support the Diocese’s vision and strategic objectives.

3.     The Bishop

The Bishop is the spiritual leader and chief executive of the Diocese. As the head of the Standing Committee, he leads the day-to-day administration, provides spiritual direction, and ensures alignment with the broader mission of the Anglican Church.

4.     The Parish Church Council (PCC)

Each parish is managed by a Parish Church Council, which consists of representatives from all the local churches within the parish. The PCC works closely with the Vicar or Parish Priest in overseeing the parish’s ministries and projects.

5.     The Local Church Committee (LCC)

Every congregation or local church is governed by a Local Church Commitee, which handles its day-to-day services and activities, fostering growth and community engagement within its locality.

6.     Regional Levels: Archdeaconries and Deaneries

To enhance pastoral service delivery, the Diocese is divided into Archdeaconries and Deaneries. Archdeaconries, managed by Archdeacons, and Deaneries, led by Rural or Urban Deans, offer advisory support and foster unity and coordination in ministry.

Diocesan Standing Committee Members (September 2023 – August 2025)

  1. The Rt. Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Chemengich – Bishop
  2. Ven. Canon. Kabiru Mbugua – Vice Chairman
  3. Ven. Canon. Sarah Khisa – Vicar General
  4. Mr. Aggrey Kidiavai – Chancellor
  5. Ven. Meshack Kosgey – DAS
  6. Mrs. Margaret Wanyonyi – Lay Secretary
  7. Rev. Judith Mwaniki – Clerical Secretary
  8. Very Rev. Elkanah Osiru – Provost
  9. Lay Canon Yonah Adalla
  10. Rev. Timothy Njoroge
  11. Rev. Brian Kimutai
  12. Ven. Hubert Weyao
  13. Mr. Shadrack Wenani
  14. Mrs. Sarah Rotich
  15. Mr. Kenney Kiprop
  16. Mrs. Esther Wambulwa
  17. Mrs. Janet Khabeko
  18. Rev. John Lagat
  19. Rev. Barnabas Ochami
  20. Dr. Francis Thande
  21. Mr. Sammy Atira
  22. Mr. Luke Kirui
  23. Mrs. Jane Chepkorom
  24. Ven. Canon.  Shadrack Ndiwa
  25. Ven. Joseph Wainaina
  26. Mrs. Rose Ekoine
  27. Ven. Ben Barasa
  28. Ven. Francis Nzioka
  29. Ven. David Sang
  30. Rev. Isaac Tanui
  31. Rev. Kennedy Sile
  32. Rev. Everline Okiring
  33. Rev. Judith Muga
  34. Lay Canon Jane Mboche
  35. Diocesan Accountant