Welcome Church Maison De La Grace to Provisional Membership

Welcome Church Maison De La Grace to provisional membership with MCEC.

This community, located in the centre of the Island of Montreal, has worshipped together since November 2023. The community was established by Pastor Josue Kanimbu Kabongo, who has significant experience as a church leader. Born into a Mennonite family in Kikwit, Democratic Republic of Congo, Pastor Josue devoted himself to faith from a young age. He has led several churches throughout his life, has ministered in the DRC, South Africa and, since his arrival in Canada in 2021, in Montreal.  

“a place of prayer and transformation for many believers.”

While looking to join a Mennonite Church in Montreal, he made a connection with MCEC Regional Minister Michel Monette. Michel encouraged him to start ministering, leading to the establishment of Church Maison De La Grace. The church describes itself as “a place of prayer and transformation for many believers.” He is joined in his ministry by Pastor Alexe Matipa-Kaunda and a number of lay leaders.

Church Maison De La Grace has maintained connection with MCEC, building relationships with both Michel, and former MCEC Mission Minister Norm Dyck. By joining MCEC as a provisional member, they hope to strengthen their ties to the Canada-wide and worldwide Mennonite family.

We are excited to welcome Church Maison De La Grace into MCEC at Annual Church Gathering 2025, and more publicly at the MC Canada Gathering 2025 this summer.