About
The bishop

Maurice J. Mwale was born in a pastoral home, of a Pentecostal Assemblies of God pastor, the quiet village of Bunyore, nestled in the heart of western Kenya. Raised in a humble home, his early years were shaped by a strong sense of community, discipline, and a deep respect for tradition. Though not particularly religious in his youth, the seeds of purpose and leadership were sown early in his life.

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He began his formal education in local schools, showing promise as a bright and curious student. However, driven by a desire for a better life and a sense that his destiny lay beyond the borders of his hometown, Maurice made the bold decision to move to Nairobi. Like many young men from rural areas, he came to the city in search of greener pastures—chasing opportunity, success, and the dream of a better future.

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In Nairobi, he ventured into business and, through hard work and determination, achieved notable success. He became a respected entrepreneur, navigating the city’s competitive business landscape with resilience and savvy. But with success came temptation. Wealth, social circles, and the pressures of city life gradually pulled him into the grip of alcoholism. The very life he had worked so hard to build began to crumble beneath the weight of addiction and personal struggle.

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His turning point came through a harrowing near-death experience—one that would change the course of his life forever. Rescued by strangers and brought back from the brink, Maurice returned home shaken and searching for answers. At his doorstep, he found two preachers waiting—men he had never met before—who told him they had come to pray with him. That moment felt divinely orchestrated, and it marked the beginning of a profound spiritual awakening.

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From that day on, Maurice began to pursue a relationship with God in earnest. He committed himself to Christian living, faithfully attending church and serving in various ministries. For years, he lived what many would consider a “normal” Christian life—devoted but without a clear personal calling. That all changed when he encountered the teachings of Joe Kayo, a renowned preacher known for his deep, revelatory understanding of the gospel. This meeting was nothing short of transformative. It was at Joe Kayo's that Maurice was to be introduced to the idea of salvation by grace only, through faith alone in Christ alone, a message that mersmerized him.

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Joe Kayo’s message ignited a fire in Maurice. He began to study the Word of God with fresh eyes and a hungry heart—devouring books, listening to teachings, and spending hours in personal meditation. His home became his seminary. Even without formal theological training, his grasp of scripture deepened, and a new clarity began to emerge—a vision for ministry grounded in grace, truth, and the power of revelation. Maurice would devote the rest of his life, learning and preaching the gospel of grace as revealed in Scripture.

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In what started as a simple Bible study during weekday lunch hours, Maurice began gathering a small group in Nairobi to discuss scripture and pray. What was remarkable was that this group quickly attracted senior clergy and mature believers, drawn not just by the teaching, but by the weight of spiritual authority they sensed in Maurice—though he had never been ordained at the time.

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As the midday fellowship grew in impact and attendance, it became clear that God was calling him to more. in 2006 he launched a Sunday fellowship that steadily blossomed into what is today known as Grace Covenant Church, registered with the register of societies—a vibrant, growing congregation rooted in the transformative power of the Word and the ministry of the Holy Spirit.

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Grace Covenant Church has since become a place of healing, teaching, and restoration for many. Through his leadership, Pastor Maurice continues to challenge religious norms, emphasizing deep discipleship, personal revelation, and a return to authentic, Spirit-led Christianity.

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Maurice J. Mwale is more than a pastor; he calls himself a pastor-teacher, he is a testimony of God's redemptive power—a man who was brought back from the edge and commissioned for purpose. He is married to Constance, a steadfast partner in life and ministry. Together, they are blessed with three wonderful children: Laurine, Rooney, and Prince.

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Their story is one of faith, family, and divine calling—a reminder that no one is ever too far gone for God's grace, and that true purpose often lies on the other side of brokenness.