Welcome to Journey Village Church
Journey Village Church was born out of a burning vision to see people encounter Christ and step into the life He gives—real and eternal life that restores what is broken, heals what is wounded, and overflows with more and better life than we ever dreamed. Our calling is to invite people to live the way of Christ through encounter, formation, community, and mission.
In November 2019, the vision took its first step forward, when Pastors Nash and Muthoni were commissioned by International Christian Centre Nairobi (ICCN) to plant a church in Kikuyu as part of the Kenya Assemblies of God (KAG). Leaving behind the familiar rhythms of ministry at JourneyFamily Church in Garden Estate, they stepped into the adventure of planting a new community of faith in the beautiful town of Kikuyu.
Early in 2020, a small core team began to gather, but soon the Covid-19 pandemic shutdown interrupted plans and scattered expectations. What could have ended the story became, instead, the soil for resilience and creativity.
Determined not to lose momentum, the team launched a weekly Village Gathering on Zoom. Though physically apart, God knit together hearts and laid the foundation for a worshipping community that longed for more.
When in-person gatherings were finally allowed, God provided a meeting place at Wattle House in Bethsaida Park. For three years, Wattle House became a sacred home—where a new body of Christ was launched, worship was lifted, friendships were forged, and faith was nurtured.
Yet the story was still unfolding. In 2023, God led us into a new chapter as the church leased land along Kikuyu–Kamangu Road. With prayer and sacrifice, what was once a thick forest was gradually reimagined into a gathering place for worship. In January 2024, the Journey Village family walked into its new home—a sign that God delights in transforming wilderness into sanctuaries of His presence.
Today, we continue to live into that founding vision. Journey Village is a community of faith, a people learning to live the way of Christ, as we encounter the risen Christ, be formed in His way, becoming His body for the sake of the world around us. Our story is still being written, and we believe the best is yet to come.
Our Leadership
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Pastor Nash Waruguru
Lead Pastor
After graduating from University of Nairobi with a degree in Economics and Political science, Nash joined The Journey, a campus ministry of ICC Nairobi. He served in full time ministry since 2008, investing in students across 4 universities.
In 2019, he transitioned from college ministry to planting The Journey Village Church alongside his wife Muthoni.
Nash and Muthoni are blessed with three wonderful children.
Mũthoni Maina-Mwangi
Sound of the Village Coordinator
The Sound of the Village is our musical worship team, led by Muthoni, who is passionate about helping people encounter Jesus through musical worship. She leads and serves the team as they guide the church in worship week after week. Muthoni is especially excited about raising up a younger generation of worshippers at The Village, equipping them to grow in both their musical gifts and their walk with Christ.
Wambũi Mũrĩmi
Children of the Village Coordinator
Wambũi leads the team that serves and cares for our kids each week. With a deep passion for children, she is committed to creating spaces where they encounter God's love, are taught to love one another in community, and are empowered to grow into the fullness of who He created them to be.
Anne Mwanĩkĩ
Administrator
Anne serves the Village by ensuring we steward well all that God entrusts to us. She oversees our finances, programs, events, and logistics with diligence and care, helping the church function smoothly and effectively. Her deep passion is to see God's Kingdom built through wise, faithful and accountable stewardship of His resources.
Our Journey
Commissioning
Pastors Nash and Muthoni commissioned by ICCN to plant a church in Kikuyu as part of KAG.
Core Team Formation
A small core team began to gather before the Covid-19 pandemic interrupted plans.
Zoom Gatherings
Launched weekly Village Gathering on Zoom during pandemic shutdown.
Wattle House
Began meeting at Wattle House in Bethsaida Park when in-person gatherings resumed.
New Land
Leased land along Kikuyu–Kamangu Road and began transforming it into a worship space.
New Home
The Journey Village family walked into its new home—a transformed wilderness into a sanctuary.
Join Us on the Journey
Whether you're exploring faith or looking for a church home, we'd love to welcome you to our community.