March 3, 2026

The mission work of the Rev. Canon Jonathan Kituri (1884-1964)

Key Points

Jonathan Kituri was instrumental in spreading the gospel among coastal communities in Kenya, particularly the Taita.
He became the first Mtaita to attend divinity school in 1907, marking a significant milestone.
His ordination positioned him as a key figure within the Kenyan church, being the seventeenth ordained man in the country.
Kituri's contributions emphasized the importance of cultural outreach and community engagement in mission work.

Abstract

Jonathan Kituri played a significant role in spreading the gospel among the coastal peoples of Kenya, especially the Taita, a group comprising three distinct communities: the Dawida, Sagalla, and Kasigau. In 1907, he became the first Mtaita sent to divinity school. He is also believed to have been the seventeenth man to be ordained in all of Kenya.

The mission work of the Rev. Canon Jonathan Kituri (1884-1964)

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