AfAN ministries carry the core functions and purposes of the church. AfAN departments provide auxiliary services that strengthen health, education, communication, relief, development and institutional life.
These ministries focus directly on discipleship, evangelism, mission and the spiritual formation of key groups within the church and society.
Nurturing children to know Christ, grow in Scripture, worship with joy and develop Christian character.
Explore mandate →MinistryReaching schools, colleges and universities as unique mission fields for discipleship, fellowship and Christian witness.
Explore mandate →MinistryEquipping men for spiritual maturity, godly leadership, family responsibility, brotherhood and service.
Explore mandate →MinistryEmpowering women to grow as disciples, leaders, mentors, caregivers and witnesses of Christ.
Explore mandate →MinistryRaising a Spirit-filled generation grounded in Scripture, identity, holiness, leadership and mission.
Explore mandate →MinistryMobilising the whole church to proclaim Jesus Christ clearly, compassionately and consistently.
Explore mandate →MinistryTaking the Gospel across communities, cultures and national boundaries through mission research, sending and church planting.
Explore mandate →These departments provide supporting and institutional functions that enable the church to serve people, communicate effectively and manage specialised areas responsibly.
Developing, publishing and distributing trustworthy Christian and organisational resources for the church.
Explore mandate →DepartmentUsing radio, television and digital platforms to communicate the Gospel, teaching and life of AfAN.
Explore mandate →DepartmentPromoting compassionate health service, prevention, wellbeing and responsible community care.
Explore mandate →DepartmentMaking sound Christian literature, Bibles and discipleship resources accessible to churches and communities.
Explore mandate →DepartmentExpressing the compassion of Christ through humanitarian response, resilience and sustainable community development.
Explore mandate →DepartmentAdvancing quality education, character formation and service through institutions aligned with AfAN values.
Explore mandate →DepartmentTraining ministers and Christian leaders in Scripture, theology, spiritual formation and practical ministry.
Explore mandate →DepartmentProviding coordinated oversight for AfAN institutions whose primary purpose is not theological training.
Explore mandate →National Directors of Ministries lead assigned ministries and coordinate their activities and programmes nationwide. They develop strategic and operational plans, budgets and reports within the appropriate AfAN governance structure.
Local assemblies are expected to establish relevant ministries and departments so that discipleship, evangelism, missions, care, education and service become visible in the everyday life of the church.
Explore a ministry or department above, then connect with AfAN leadership about participation, volunteering, leadership development and local opportunities.