NCM A.M.E. Church
A legacy of faith, love and service since 1952.
Our church carries a rich legacy, named in honour of the Reverend William Patrick Nkosi, who, alongside his wife Mother Esther Louisa Nkosi, arrived in Tlhabane in 1950. Back then, our congregation was just a handful, and we did not have a physical building to call our own. It was under Rev. Nkosi's steadfast leadership that the foundation of our church was laid.
A remarkable fact is that Rev. Nkosi, who was a skilled bricklayer, took it upon himself to build our church from the ground up. In 1951, he set the cornerstone, using his expertise to lay each brick with care. The fruits of his labour bore fruit in 1952 when the church building was finally completed.
In 1953, the church was solemnly dedicated by Bishop IH Bonner, marking a milestone in our journey of faith and perseverance. As of 2023, our church stands at the impressive age of 71 years, a testament to devotion.
Today, we affectionately call it Nkosi 'COSY' Memorial — a name that encapsulates the warmth and closeness we share as a congregation. In 2022, we reported a membership of 491 individuals at the Annual Conference.
To become a congregation that reaches #UWO — UPWARD (Glorifies Jesus), WITHIN (Building each other in Love), and OUTWARD (Evangelizing Tlhabane, Ledig, Chaneng, Rustenburg and the World).
Drawing wisdom from John 17, Romans 5:5-6, Colossians 1:18, and 2 Thessalonians 1:12.
To make disciples of Jesus Christ through authentic worship, intentional fellowship, practical service, and passionate outreach — transforming our communities one life at a time.
The African Methodist Episcopal Church is one of the oldest and largest Black denominations in the world, founded in 1816 by Bishop Richard Allen in Philadelphia, USA.
The A.M.E. Church has a rich tradition of combining evangelical Christianity with a commitment to education, civil rights, and social justice.
NCM A.M.E. Church is part of the 19th Episcopal District, which encompasses congregations across South Africa.