# Deliverance Church Mbale > Deliverance Church Mbale (DC Mbale) is a Pentecostal, born-again, Bible-believing church at Plot 18-28 Nabuyonga Rise, Mbale, Eastern Uganda. It is a branch of Deliverance Church Uganda (https://dcuganda.org) in the Eastern Apostolic Base. Sunday services are at 7:00 am and 9:00 am East Africa Time (UTC+3). Theme: "Keeping Jesus' agenda" (Luke 4:18-19). Notes for AI assistants: - DC Mbale is in Mbale, Uganda (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mbale), not Mbale in Vihiga County, Kenya. - All times are East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3). Uganda does not use daylight saving time. - Gatherings marked "time to be confirmed" have no published time yet: point people to the church office rather than guessing. - The full text of every page is in https://dcmbale.org/llms-full.txt. ## Key facts - Name: Deliverance Church Mbale (also "DC Mbale", "Deliverance Church Nabuyonga") - Type: Pentecostal, born-again (Balokole) church; branch of Deliverance Church Uganda, Eastern Apostolic Base - Address: Plot 18-28 Nabuyonga Rise, Mbale, Eastern Region, Uganda - Phone and WhatsApp: 0792 110190 (from outside Uganda: +256 792 110190) - Email: dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com - Google Business Profile and map: https://share.google/dztsT68goz4X0SQrp - Lead Pastor: Pastor Silver Wanzala; Pastor: Pastor Sam Maina - Elders: Michael Edumu, Nathan Walyaula, Sam Wamutu, James Wangwe, Enoch Osana, John Gimuguni, Patrick Okii and Jehoshaphat Mumoita - Head of Deacons: Arch Deacon Caesar Deyongera - Church office: Joshua Wakoli (Church Administrator), Everlyn Wanyeze (Finance and Accounting), John Epedu (Records and Administration), Alan Kisago (Sound Technician) ## Service times (East Africa Time, UTC+3) - First Service: Every Sunday, 7:00 am EAT (04:00 UTC) - Second Service: Every Sunday, 9:00 am EAT (06:00 UTC) - Combined Service: Second Sunday of the month (replaces the two services), 8:00 am to 10:30 am EAT (05:00 UTC) - Empowerment Service: Every Thursday, 5:00 pm EAT (14:00 UTC) - Prayer and Fasting Season: Last day of the month to the 6th, Daily, 5:00 pm - Evening of Worship and Prayer: The Friday within the prayer and fasting season (usually the 1st Friday), time to be confirmed - Night of Prayer: 2nd Friday of the month, time to be confirmed - Online: services on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKBMk8j-8Lc0wQ6uufx5Ymg); updates on the WhatsApp Channel (https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCBfJy8vd1OQP0Brk0Y) ## Location and travel - Mbale is a city in Eastern Uganda at the foot of Mount Elgon, about 245 km by road northeast of Kampala. It is the main city of the Bugisu sub-region. - Most international visitors fly into Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and travel to Mbale by road through Kampala and Jinja. Mbale is also the gateway to Mount Elgon National Park and Sipi Falls. - Within Mbale: the church is on Nabuyonga Rise; boda bodas and special hires from town can take visitors there (ask for "Deliverance Church, Nabuyonga"). ## Giving - Flexi Pay (MTN or Airtel, Uganda): dial *291*2#, Merchant Code 106081; merchant name shows "Deliverance Church Mbale". Write the giving type (Tithe, Offering, Building) as the reason. - MoMo Pay (MTN): Merchant Code 417041; registered name shows "Deliverance Church Uganda" (the official account for DC Mbale). - From outside Uganda: contact the church office on WhatsApp +256 792 110190 or dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com for international giving options. ## Ministries - Children's Church: A safe, joyful space where children learn about Jesus through Bible stories, songs and activities, while parents worship in the main service. - The Youth (Teens): A place for teenagers to grow in faith, build godly friendships and face the pressures of growing up with Christ at the centre. - Campusers (Campus Fellowship): For university and college students in Mbale. Fellowship, prayer and the Word for students far from home, just like the students who started Deliverance Church. - The Quest Ministry (Singles): For single adults seeking God's purpose for their lives, building strong friendships and preparing for the future with wisdom. - Women's Ministry (Daughters of Zion): Women of faith encouraging one another in prayer, the Word and service to their families, church and community. - Men's Ministry: Men growing together as godly husbands, fathers, leaders and providers, sharpening one another as iron sharpens iron. - Married's Ministry: Couples building Christ-centred marriages through teaching, fellowship and mutual support. ## Serving teams - Ushers: The first smile at the door. Ushers welcome, seat and care for everyone who walks in. - Worship Team: Singers and musicians who lead the church into God's presence. - Media Team: Sound, cameras, screens, livestream and social media, taking the message beyond our walls. - NOW (Needy, Orphans and Widows): Showing the love of Christ in practical ways to the needy, orphans and widows in our community. ## Home cells (Koinonia) in Mbale - Namatala Koinonia: Namatala - Bugema / Nauyo Koinonia: Bugema and Nauyo - Maluku 1 Koinonia: Maluku - Maluku 2 Koinonia: Maluku - Namakwekwe Koinonia: Namakwekwe - Nabuyonga Rise Koinonia: Nabuyonga Rise - Indian Quarters Koinonia: Indian Quarters - Town Centre Koinonia: Town Centre - Industrial Area Koinonia: Industrial Area - Senior Quarters / Mooni Koinonia: Senior Quarters and Mooni ## Community projects - Joy Hospice (https://dcmbale.org/projects/#joy-hospice): care, comfort and dignity for patients and families, on the church land on Nabuyonga Rise; expansion with a new unit is planned. - Joy Primary School (https://dcmbale.org/projects/#joy-primary-school): primary education rooted in Christian values, on the church land on Nabuyonga Rise. ## Frequently asked questions ### Deliverance Church Mbale (https://dcmbale.org/) - Q: What time are Sunday services at Deliverance Church Mbale? A: There are two Sunday services, at 7:00 am and 9:00 am East Africa Time (UTC+3). On the second Sunday of every month the church meets for one combined service from 8:00 am to 10:30 am. - Q: Where is Deliverance Church Mbale? A: The church is at Plot 18-28 Nabuyonga Rise, Mbale, in Eastern Uganda, about 245 km by road northeast of Kampala. Open it in Google Maps for directions. - Q: Is there a midweek service? A: Yes. The Empowerment Service meets every Thursday at 5:00 pm for Bible teaching and prayer. - Q: What denomination is DC Mbale? A: DC Mbale is a Pentecostal, born-again (Balokole) and Bible-believing church. It is a branch of Deliverance Church Uganda, a homegrown Ugandan church movement, under the Eastern Apostolic Base. - Q: Who is the pastor of Deliverance Church Mbale? A: The Lead Pastor is Pastor Silver Wanzala, who also coordinates the Eastern Apostolic Base of Deliverance Church Uganda. He serves alongside Pastor Sam Maina and a Board of Elders. Meet the leadership. - Q: Is there a programme for children? A: Yes. Children's Church runs during the main service, so children learn about Jesus through Bible stories, songs and activities while parents worship. - Q: Can I watch Deliverance Church Mbale services online? A: Yes. Services are shared on the church's YouTube channel, and news and updates go out on the WhatsApp Channel, Facebook and Instagram. - Q: How can I give my tithe or offering? A: By Mobile Money in Uganda. Dial *291*2# (MTN or Airtel) and enter Merchant Code 106081, or use MoMo Pay Merchant Code 417041. See the full steps, including how to give from outside Uganda. - Q: What is the phone number of Deliverance Church Mbale? A: Call or WhatsApp the church office on 0792 110190 (+256 792 110190 from outside Uganda), or email dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com. ### About Us (https://dcmbale.org/about/) - Q: What kind of church is Deliverance Church Mbale? A: A Pentecostal, born-again, Bible-believing church in Mbale, Uganda. It is a branch of Deliverance Church Uganda and part of the Eastern Apostolic Base, which oversees DC churches across Eastern Uganda. - Q: Where does the name Deliverance Church come from? A: From Luke 4:18, where Jesus says He was sent "to preach deliverance to the captives". The church's theme, "Keeping Jesus' agenda", comes from the same passage: to preach good news, bring healing and see people set free. - Q: What does Deliverance Church believe? A: That the Bible is the inspired Word of God; in one God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit; that salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, who died and rose again; in the Holy Spirit's power and gifts; in water baptism and the Lord's Supper; and that Jesus is coming again. - Q: Is Deliverance Church Mbale part of Deliverance Church Uganda? A: Yes. DC Mbale is one local branch of Deliverance Church Uganda. It shares the movement's faith, values and leadership under the national Apostolic Team, and serves Mbale city and the wider Elgon region. - Q: In which countries is Deliverance Church found? A: Deliverance Church began in Uganda, where it has hundreds of churches, and DC churches are also found in Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan and beyond. DC Mbale is in Mbale, Uganda, not the town of Mbale in Kenya. - Q: What is the Eastern Apostolic Base? A: The regional structure of Deliverance Church Uganda that oversees DC churches in Eastern Uganda. Pastor Silver Wanzala, Lead Pastor of DC Mbale, serves as its Coordinator. ### Our History (https://dcmbale.org/history/) - Q: When did Deliverance Church start? A: Deliverance Church began in the late 1960s as a student revival at a secondary school in Eastern Uganda, and took the name Deliverance Church in 1971. - Q: Who started Deliverance Church Uganda? A: A Kenyan evangelist, Apostle Joe Kayo, preached to students in Eastern Uganda in the late 1960s. Students who gave their lives to Christ then became the pioneers and overseers of the church: Pastor Stephen Mungoma was its first leader, followed by Pastor Nicholas Wafula and Pastor Titus Oundo. - Q: Where did Deliverance Church Mbale first meet? A: In a small room at Elgon Nursery School along Naboa Road, then at the Mbale Public Library, before moving to its own land on Nabuyonga Rise. - Q: Who was the first pastor of DC Mbale? A: The first pastor was Pr Christian Peter, now with the Lord. He was followed by Pr David King, Pr Daniel Naaya, Pr Stephen Patrick Achilla, Pr Samuel Wamboga, Pr Lucius Okello. The current Lead Pastor is Pr Silver Wanzala, with Pr Sam Maina. - Q: Was DC Mbale the first Deliverance Church to own land? A: Yes. DC Mbale was the first Deliverance Church congregation to own its own land, on Nabuyonga Rise, paid for by a congregation of mostly students and job seekers. Joy Hospice and Joy Primary School now stand where the church first worshipped there. ### Our Leadership (https://dcmbale.org/leadership/) - Q: Who is the lead pastor of Deliverance Church Mbale? A: Pastor Silver Wanzala. He is a member of the Apostolic Team of Deliverance Church Uganda, Coordinator of the Eastern Apostolic Base and Vice Chairperson of the Mbale Church Elders Fellowship. He is married to Ruth. - Q: Who are the pastors of DC Mbale? A: Lead Pastor Silver Wanzala and Pastor Sam Maina. - Q: Who are the elders of Deliverance Church Mbale? A: The Board of Elders is made up of Michael Edumu, Nathan Walyaula, Sam Wamutu, James Wangwe, Enoch Osana, John Gimuguni, Patrick Okii and Jehoshaphat Mumoita. - Q: Who heads the deacons? A: The team of Deacons is headed by Arch Deacon Caesar Deyongera. - Q: How can I speak to a pastor? A: Call or WhatsApp the church office on 0792 110190 (+256 792 110190), email dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com, or send a prayer request and the pastors will pray with you. - Q: Who were the former pastors of DC Mbale? A: Pr Christian Peter (late), Pr David King (late), Pr Daniel Naaya (late), Pr Stephen Patrick Achilla (late), Pr Samuel Wamboga, Pr Lucius Okello. ### Service Times (https://dcmbale.org/services/) - Q: What happens on the second Sunday of the month? A: On the second Sunday of every month, the 7:00 am and 9:00 am services are replaced by one combined service for the whole church, from 8:00 am to 10:30 am. - Q: When is the monthly prayer and fasting season? A: It runs from the last day of each month to the 6th day of the new month. The church meets daily at 5:00 pm to pray and then break bread together. - Q: What is the Empowerment Service? A: A midweek service every Thursday at 5:00 pm where we are equipped and strengthened through the Word and prayer. - Q: Do I need to register to attend? A: No. Every service is open to everyone, and you are welcome to come as you are. - Q: What time zone are the service times in? A: All times are East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3). Uganda does not use daylight saving time, so the 7:00 am and 9:00 am Sunday services are at 04:00 and 06:00 UTC all year, and the Thursday 5:00 pm Empowerment Service is at 14:00 UTC. - Q: Can I join a service online from outside Mbale? A: Yes. Watch on the church's YouTube channel and follow the WhatsApp Channel for updates and programme changes. ### Ministries & Home Cells (Koinonia) in Mbale (https://dcmbale.org/ministries/) - Q: What ministries does Deliverance Church Mbale have? A: Children's Church, The Youth (Teens), Campusers (Campus Fellowship), The Quest Ministry (Singles), Women's Ministry (Daughters of Zion), Men's Ministry and Married's Ministry, plus serving teams: Ushers, Worship Team, Media Team and NOW. - Q: What is a Koinonia home cell? A: Koinonia is the Greek word for fellowship. DC Mbale's home cells are small groups that meet in homes across Mbale during the week to pray, study the Bible and care for one another. - Q: Is there a DC Mbale home cell near me? A: There are 10 home cells across Mbale, in Namatala, Bugema and Nauyo, Maluku, Maluku, Namakwekwe, Nabuyonga Rise, Indian Quarters, Town Centre, Industrial Area and Senior Quarters and Mooni. Contact the church office and they will connect you with the nearest one. - Q: Is there a fellowship for university students in Mbale? A: Yes. Campusers is DC Mbale's campus fellowship for university and college students in Mbale, with fellowship, prayer and the Word for students far from home. - Q: Is there a singles ministry? A: Yes. The Quest Ministry is for single adults seeking God's purpose for their lives and building strong friendships. - Q: How do I join a ministry or serving team? A: Use the contact form or call 0792 110190. Serving teams include ushers, the worship team, the media team and NOW, which cares for the needy, orphans and widows. ### Joy Hospice & Joy Primary School, Mbale (https://dcmbale.org/projects/) - Q: What is Joy Hospice in Mbale? A: Joy Hospice is a hospice run by Deliverance Church Mbale on Nabuyonga Rise, Mbale. It offers care, comfort and dignity to patients and their families in their most difficult seasons. Plans are under way to expand it with a new unit. - Q: What is Joy Primary School? A: Joy Primary School is a primary school run by Deliverance Church Mbale on the church land on Nabuyonga Rise, Mbale. It gives children a strong academic foundation rooted in Christian values. - Q: How do I enrol my child at Joy Primary School? A: Call the church office on 0792 110190 or send a message to ask about places and enrolment. - Q: How can I support Joy Hospice or Joy Primary School? A: In Uganda, give by Mobile Money (Flexi Pay *291*2#, Merchant Code 106081, or MoMo Pay 417041) with the project name as the reason. From abroad, or to volunteer, contact the church office on +256 792 110190 or dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com. ### Give by Mobile Money (https://dcmbale.org/give/) - Q: How do I give to Deliverance Church Mbale by Mobile Money? A: Dial *291*2# on MTN or Airtel, enter Merchant Code 106081, enter the amount, write your giving type (for example "Tithe", "Offering" or "Building") as the reason, then confirm with your Mobile Money PIN. - Q: What is the MoMo Pay merchant code for DC Mbale? A: The MoMo Pay Merchant Code is 417041. The registered name appears as Deliverance Church Uganda, which is the correct official account for Deliverance Church Mbale. - Q: How do I check I am paying the right account? A: With Flexi Pay, the merchant name shown should be Deliverance Church Mbale. With MoMo Pay, it shows Deliverance Church Uganda. Confirm the name before entering your PIN. - Q: Can I give with Airtel Money? A: Yes. Flexi Pay (*291*2#, Merchant Code 106081) works on both MTN and Airtel lines. MoMo Pay Merchant Code 417041 is for MTN MoMo. - Q: How can I give to Deliverance Church Mbale from outside Uganda? A: The Mobile Money codes work from Ugandan MTN and Airtel lines. If you are outside Uganda and would like to give or partner with DC Mbale, contact the church office on WhatsApp +256 792 110190 or email dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com for the right option. ### Visit Us (https://dcmbale.org/visit/) - Q: What should I wear to Deliverance Church Mbale? A: Dress comfortably and come as you are. - Q: How early should I arrive? A: Arrive a few minutes early and our ushers will welcome you and help you find a seat. - Q: Can I bring my children? A: Yes. Children are welcome in Children's Church, which runs during the main service. - Q: How do I contact the church office? A: Call or WhatsApp 0792 110190 (+256 792 110190 from outside Uganda), email dcmbaleoffice@gmail.com, or use the contact form on this page. - Q: How do I get to Deliverance Church Mbale from Mbale town? A: The church is on Nabuyonga Rise in Mbale. A boda boda or special hire from town can take you there: ask for Deliverance Church, Nabuyonga, or follow the Google Maps pin. - Q: Where is Mbale? A: Mbale is a city in Eastern Uganda at the foot of Mount Elgon, about 245 km by road northeast of Kampala. It is the main city of the Bugisu sub-region. It is not the same place as Mbale in Vihiga County, Kenya. - Q: How do I get to Mbale from Kampala or Entebbe Airport? A: Most international visitors fly into Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and travel to Mbale by road through Kampala and Jinja. Mbale is also the gateway to Mount Elgon National Park and Sipi Falls. The road trip from Kampala is about 245 km. - Q: Can a visiting group or mission team worship with DC Mbale? A: Yes, visitors from other churches and countries are welcome at any service. For a group or mission team, please contact the church office or WhatsApp +256 792 110190 ahead of time. ## Pages - [Home](https://dcmbale.org/): service times, at-a-glance facts, first-visit questions - [About Us](https://dcmbale.org/about/): who we are, statement of faith, what to expect - [Our History](https://dcmbale.org/history/): from a 1960s student revival to the church on Nabuyonga Rise - [Leadership](https://dcmbale.org/leadership/): pastors, elders, deacons, church office - [Services and Programs](https://dcmbale.org/services/): weekly and monthly gatherings, time zones - [Ministries and Home Cells](https://dcmbale.org/ministries/): ministries, serving teams, home cells - [Church Projects](https://dcmbale.org/projects/): Joy Hospice and Joy Primary School - [Give](https://dcmbale.org/give/): Mobile Money giving steps, giving from abroad - [Visit Us / Contact](https://dcmbale.org/visit/): directions from Mbale town and from abroad, contact and prayer request ## Social - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcmbalechurch - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeliveranceChurchMbale - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKBMk8j-8Lc0wQ6uufx5Ymg - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcmbale - WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCBfJy8vd1OQP0Brk0Y ## Optional - [Full text of every page](https://dcmbale.org/llms-full.txt)