In a shocking turn of events, renowned United Methodist Church (UMC) evangelist Norest Nyakudanga suddenly collapsed and passed away while delivering a sermon at the Chisipite UMC assembly in Highlands, Zimbabwe, on Tuesday night. The 65-year-old evangelist from St. Peters Chitungwiza was guest-speaking at the End of Year Revival gathering, which was livestreamed on Facebook.
Eyewitnesses described the evening as ordinary, with Nyakudanga showing no signs of illness beforehand. In fact, he was full of energy and joy, dancing and singing with the congregation before beginning his sermon. However, during his message, Nyakudanga expressed concerns about divisive and negative messages overshadowing the church’s mission. He urged the congregation to focus on spreading uplifting, powerful messages praising the Lord.
Nyakudanga’s sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the community. His final moments were marked by a passionate plea for unity and positivity within the church. The UMC has lost a devoted servant, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue inspiring believers. Details regarding the cause of death have not been disclosed. Condolences pour in for Evangelist Nyakudanga’s family, friends and fellow church members.