About Us

Background

The Living Gospel World Mission Church Polokwane was established by the late Pastor Salani Paul Chauke and his wife, Mosibudi Miriam Chauke, in their house (157 Diemeer St., Bendor Park, Polokwane). It was officially launched on 16 April 2005 by the founder of the Living Gospel World Mission, Dr. M.P. Ragimana, and is one of more than 60 branches nationwide. The launch was coupled with the dedication of the Pastoral residence, of which more than 500 people attended.

The event was preceded by a 3-day revival, which was conducted by Pastor Singo of the Free Church Ministries at the Career Base. After the launch, the assembly became fully-fledged and started holding services at the pastor’s new residence at 95 Wilge St., Flora Park, Polokwane.

On Sunday the 18th of March 2007, the church moved to a new venue, viz. Tswane University of Technology (Market St., Polokwane, next to Game shopping complex).

Pastor Salani Paul Chauke passed away on 23 October 2007. The church is now led by his wife, Pastor Mosibudi Miriam Chauke.

Our Pastor

"After praying about it and receiving confirmation that indeed I was called, I realised that this is not about me - this is God’s work and I am merely a vessel."

Pastor Mosibudi Miriam Chauke is a retired teacher who was called by God to lead the Living Gospel World Mission Polokwane in 2005. She and her late husband had been involved in leading church ministries since 1982.

She retired from teaching in 2011, after more than 30 years, to focus on leading the church as well as pursuing a degree in theology. She obtained her bachelor's degree in theology from AFM Theological College in 2018.

She leads the Living Gospel World Mission Polokwane with compassion as well as a basis in theology.

What We Believe

We believe in the fulfilment of the Great Commission.
We believe in the growing of the church.
We believe in unity in the body of Christ.
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ died on the cross and rose on the third day.
We believe in salvation, baptism by way of immersion in water and baptism with the Holy Spirit.
We believe in the five-fold ministries.

Vision and Mission

The vision of the church is to make members of the church as well as the community disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. The vision is found in the book of Matt. 28:19 which says, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you: and surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

The Living Gospel World Mission Polokwane is a fountain of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, and is a place of worship, salvation, healing, anointing, blessings and prosperity. The church aims to:

proclaim and defend the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ
take care of the poor, the sick and the neglected
bring healing to the community
bring prosperity to the community
demonstrate the power and authority of God
be an organism, organisation and model of Christianity
be a servant of the community
ensure Christian and proper principles of financial management
deepen and strengthen principles of spiritual growth
ensure participation of all members in church activities.

Our Values

We love God.
We are driven by the word of God.
We love people.
We value people.

Our Goals

To create an environment in which all members understand the word of God.
To encourage commitment by all members to serve God.
To promote the preaching of the Gospel as the highest calling.
To ensure that the community of Polokwane is aware of the assembly and the Church in a broader context.
To promote good relations with the community and other churches.