About Us
Our foundation, history and the vision that continues to guide the Pentecostal Assemblies Church.
Who We Are
The Pentecostal Assemblies Church was established in the 1950s in Lomahasha, north-east Eswatini (then Swaziland). It began through the pioneering work of Evangelist Molly Makhathini from South Africa and Evangelist John Motheboshoahe Phenduka Khumalo from Lesotho.
Both evangelists were members of the Assemblies of God in Benoni, South Africa, under the guidance of Rev. Nicholas Bhengu. Molly Makhathini first visited the area and felt called to preach the gospel there. She later returned with the blessing of church leadership, and Evangelist Khumalo joined her in the work.
The church is firmly anchored on the Trinity of God, a conservative approach to Salvation, holiness, and approved doctrinal and scriptural teachings.
Our Foundation
- • The Trinity of God
- • Salvation through Jesus Christ
- • Holiness and Spirit-filled living
- • Doctrinal and scriptural teaching
- • The Great Commission
Our History
Lomahasha in the 1950s was a rural area under the Mahlalela Chieftaincy, known as a stronghold of traditional healers and ancestral worship. Introducing the Christian faith was not easy, yet the evangelists persevered, going from homestead to homestead preaching the Word of God.
The first permanent stone church at Ezithembisweni, Lomahasha, was officially opened on 22 July 1960. Leadership later passed through periods under Absalom Mashasha (who registered the church) and Evangelist J.M.P. Khumalo, who planted many branches across Eswatini and into South Africa.
In 1979 the National Executive Committee was established to oversee administration so that pastors could focus on the spiritual care of the congregation. Today the church continues under the National Executive Committee with branches throughout the country.
Over the years the church has also initiated socio-economic projects including schools (such as Sidloko Primary School), a combined choir, agricultural initiatives, and community outreach programmes.
“The evangelists’ love for Jesus Christ and their adherence to the Great Commission propelled them to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ to fellow Swazis.”