A word from the Bishop
We would like to take this opportunity to happily invite you to our official website of the Konde Diocese, Here you will have the opportunity to explore how our Diocese is progressing and thriving across various fields, including spirituality, education, health, and other vital services. The Ecclesiastical and Religious Council of the Konde Diocese remain deeply, committed to proclaiming the Good News of salvation through JESUS CHRIST, and we are guided by strong and inspiring vision that says: .'A Christian Fellowship that proclaims the Good News and promotes a better life for all people without discrimination of any kind'.
And Our motto reflects the heart of our ministry 'Evangelism, piety, and good witness.' This guiding principle shapes all that we do as we strive to reach people with love of Christ and offer hope for a brighter and more meaningful life.
We welcome you to explore our website and learn more about the activities programs and ministries of our Diocese. May God bless you abundantly, and grant you grace that pertains to the work and calling of Christ.
Welcome, and be blessed.
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Towards the Diocesan General Election
General elections within the ELCT KOD
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KONDE Marathon 2026
Preparing for the Festival
Marathon 2026
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Unity, Peace and Solidarity within the Church
History of DKO
The Konde Diocese is one of the 28 dioceses of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania (ELCT), located in the Southern Highlands in the Mbeya and Songwe regions, and serving over 125,000 members. It was founded the 18th century as part of missionary efforts in the region. The Diocese is a long standing history of providing spiritual and social services. Its headquarters in Tukuyu, within the Rungwe District, of the Mbeya region.
The Diocese was registered on 26 September 2000 under the Societies Act of 1954, and operates under Act No. 375 of the Trustees and the Tanganyika Incorporation Act of 1971, as amended in 2002. It is a member of the Christian Council of Tanzania (CCT) and in Mbeya and Songwe regions, including the districts of Kyela, Rungwe, Mbeya City, Mbeya Rural, Mbozi, Ileje, and Songwe (Ifwenkenya area).
Administratively, the Diocese is led by a Bishop, assisted by the Assistant to the Bishop who responsible for pastoral matters and the Secretary General administrative services. The Secretary General two deputies: one for Finance, Planning, and Development, and the other is responsible for Christian Education and Social Services. The former oversees the Finance and Planning and Development Departments, while the latter oversees the Women and Children, Health Services, and Christian Education and Youth Affairs Departments.
Currently, the Konde Diocese comprises of 8 Dioceses and about 115 congregations.
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Konde Marathon 2025
Diocesan Projects
Mission of the Diocese
To serve humanity fully; spiritually, physically and mentally by enabling people to know Jesus Christ and live their lives fully according to the teachings of the Bible, Lutheran identity, and the constitution of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania, Diocese of Konde.
Diocesan Vision
A Christian Fellowship that proclaims the Good News and promotes a better life for all people without discrimination of any kind.
Diocese motto
Evangelism, piety and good witness
