The Enduring Legacy of Apostle Dr. Abel Sande: A Life of Faith, Vision, and Service
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From a life of hardship in Hurungwe to becoming a foundational pillar of Zimbabwe's Pentecostal movement, the journey of Apostle Dr. Abel Kademaunga Sande is a profound narrative of faith, resilience, and unwavering dedication to the ministry.
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| Apostle Dr. Abel Sande (1931 - 2021) |
As a co-founder of ZAOGA Forward in Faith and the visionary behind Ambassadors for Christ International, his legacy is one of pioneering evangelism, church planting, and profound spiritual fatherhood to generations.
A Foundational Journey
Born on May 1, 1931, in Hurungwe, Zimbabwe, Abel Sande's early life was marked by poverty and hardship. His father, Sande Kademaunga, was a pioneer of the Jehovah's Witness faith in the nation. Despite these humble beginnings, Dr. Sande became active in ministry at the young age of 19. In 1963, while working as a supervisor at Pockets Bakery, he received his definitive call into full-time ministry.
Dr. Sande was a firm believer in theological grounding. In 1966, he attended the Canadian Assemblies of God Theological School in Mutare. His quest for deeper knowledge led him to Nigeria in 1978, where he underwent further studies at the renowned All Nations for Christ Bible Institute under the leadership of Reverend Benson Idahosa in Benin City.
In 1955, Dr. Sande married the love of his life, Dr. Elizabeth. Their union was blessed with seven children—two boys and five girls. Together, they built a formidable partnership in both life and ministry, standing as a testament to commitment and shared purpose until his passing in 2021.
A Legacy of Ministry
In 1967, Apostle Dr. Abel Sande, alongside the iconic Apostle Dr. Ezekiel Guti, co-founded Assemblies of God Africa (A.O.G.A), with Dr. Guti as Chairman and Dr. Sande as Vice Chairman. This ministry would later become Zimbabwe Assemblies of God Africa (ZAOGA), also known as Forward in Faith. For 20 years, Dr. Sande served diligently as an Overseer, Pastor, District Chairman, and Evangelist, playing a crucial role in its foundational growth.
After two decades of faithful service in ZAOGA, Dr. Sande embarked on a new chapter. On October 11, 1987, he founded Ambassadors for Christ International. The ministry's name was inspired by 2 Corinthians 5:20, reflecting his deep passion for evangelism and representing Christ to the nations.
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An Enduring Legacy
At Sona Solar Zimbabwe, we are inspired by the resilience and vision of nation-builders. Apostle Dr. Abel Sande's life story is a powerful blueprint for building something that lasts. His work in helping establish one of Africa's largest ministries and then founding another demonstrates a commitment to creating systems of empowerment. Just as he dedicated his life to spreading spiritual light, our mission is to provide a different, yet parallel, form of empowerment—clean, reliable solar energy. We celebrate the enduring legacy of a man who built institutions of faith that continue to illuminate countless lives across the nation and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apostle Dr. Abel Sande (1931-2021) was a pioneering Zimbabwean cleric, co-founder of ZAOGA Forward in Faith, and the founder of Ambassadors for Christ International.
He co-founded Assemblies of God Africa (A.O.G.A), which became ZAOGA F.I.F, with Apostle Ezekiel Guti in 1967. He later founded Ambassadors for Christ International in 1987.
He studied at the Canadian Assemblies of God Theological School in Mutare, Zimbabwe, and later at the All Nations for Christ Bible Institute under Rev. Benson Idahosa in Nigeria.
Apostle Dr. Abel Sande passed away on February 27, 2021.
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