Ten-Year DRCB War Rages On

A decade-old conflict within the Dutch Reformed Church in Botswana (BRCB) in Bokaa seems far from over after more than 150 members who have deserted the normal 10am congregation for the 8am one were recently fired from the church.

This left the church with not more than 50 members who have been attending the 10am service. At the centre of the factionalism is said to be the difference over who should be the pastor at the church, an issue that started a decade ago.

“In arriving at this decision, you may wish to note that the attempt to reconcile you has collapsed. You were advised and informed, through our letter dated 09 November 2016, that we were handling the Bokaa issue, and that the nature and magnitude of the matter needed careful consultations prior to consideration. You were also advised to rescind your decision to worship at the 8am service, since it was not authorised and was unlawful. Further, you were advised to read and adopt the laid church procedures and processes in all your actions. We realise that you are not prepared to take heed of the advice by the Circuit Executive Committee, instead you continue to act insubordinately,” reads the dismissal letter in part.

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