The Reformed Church in Zambia (RCZ) is a Christ-centered, mission-driven church rooted in the Reformed tradition. It began its journey on 5 July 1899, when Revs. P. J. Smit and J. M. Hofmeyr, missionaries from the Dutch Reformed Church (DRC) Free State, held the first church service under a tree near Magwero village in Eastern Zambia.
From this humble beginning, RCZ grew into a nationwide church, establishing mission stations in Eastern, Central, Lusaka, Copperbelt, and Northern Provinces. The mission adopted a fourfold approach—spiritual ministry, education, medical care, and agricultural development—symbolized by a monument at Madzimoyo. Today, RCZ has spread to all provinces of Zambia.
To reflect the life of the Triune God in Society
To Honour the Triune God by faithful worship through:
The goal of the RCZ is: To contribute to human development through holy living, excellence and servanthood to the glory of God.