President William Ruto and First lady lady Rachel at Rhema Feast on September 3, 2026/COURTESYPresident William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto on Friday joined thousands of Christians at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, for the annual Rhema Feast.
The non-denominational gathering brings together believers from different backgrounds for worship, prayer and spiritual renewal. The event, which started on August 31, ends today, Friday, September 4.
The event attracted a large congregation to the park, with worshippers participating in prayers, praise and teaching under the theme, “I Will Build My Church.”
Rhema Feast is a non-denominational apostolic movement founded in 2015 under RUACH Assemblies, a ministry of The Purpose Centre Church.
Its founder and senior pastor, Reverend Julian Kyula, has built the gathering around bringing Christians from different walks of life together through a shared “hunger for God”.
The presence of the President and the First Lady added prominence to the gathering, which has grown into one of the notable Christian events on Nairobi’s calendar.
The organisers said the Feast was designed to offer more than conventional sermons, promising worshippers a powerful encounter with the Holy Spirit.
The gathering derives its name from the Greek word “Rhema,” referring to an utterance or spoken word.
Thousands of worshippers have been attending the Feast, with activities running from early morning into the night.
According to organisers, worship sessions begin as early as 7 am and continue beyond 9.30 pm, creating a full day of worship, teaching and prayer.
The event has also sought to create a platform where faith intersects with enterprise and public impact, reflecting the vision associated with Kyula’s ministry.
Over the years, Rhema Feast has attracted Christians from different denominations and professional backgrounds, maintaining its non-denominational character.
The 2026 gathering comes at a time when large faith-based events continue to attract significant participation in the country, offering worshippers opportunities for fellowship and spiritual reflection.
The organisers urged participants to remain focused on the central message of the Feast — building the Church and deepening their relationship with God.
The theme, “I Will Build My Church,” has provided the spiritual focus for the gathering, with speakers and worship leaders guiding participants through prayer, worship and teachings.
Rhema Feast has become an annual event since its establishment in 2015, with the organisers seeking to make each edition an opportunity for Christians to come together beyond denominational boundaries.
