THE Family Covenant Church has joined forces with the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Narcotics Department to combat drug abuse among schoolchildren.
The campaign, titled “Yes to Jesus, No to Drugs”, has reached over 35 schools across the city.
The campaign began during one of the church’s monthly youth meetings led by pastor Eunice Muzhari, where boys and girls aged nine to 16 were taught life skills and spiritual values.
“We met the girls first, then the following week the boys and were shocked to discover that they knew the names, prices and effects of drugs,” said Muzhari, who is also the founder of Family Covenant Church.
“That’s when we realised we had to take action.”
“From Msiteli, Northlea, Sobukazi to more than 35 schools in Bulawayo, the campaign has been warmly received by students and teachers.”
Gifford High headboy Victor Garai said the campaign was life-changing.
“Even though not everyone seemed interested at first, I know those who received Jesus will never be the same again,” he said.
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A Form 3 student at Sikhulile High, Dumisani Nyathi, said: “I have learned to build a stronger relationship with God and stay away from bad friends.”
Muzhari said he hoped to expand the initiative to every school in Bulawayo and eventually across Zimbabwe.
“A decision is the beginning when Jesus guides your life, the outcome will always be the best and I do not regret starting this mission. It has given me purpose,” he said.
