UZIMA PUBLISHING HOUSE
Board of Directors The Current Situation
Our Vision Authorship
Our Mission Product Lines
Our Corporate Objectives Distribution
Our Core Values Select Booklist
Uzima Publishing House History Address
Legal Framework
Board of Directors
Rt. Rev. Joseph Wasonga - Chairman
Dr. Esther Mombo - Member
Mr. Simeon Taabu - Member
Mrs. Rachel Mugo - Member
Mrs. Phoebe Mugo - General Manager

Managers
Sales & Marketing Manager - Joel Kichwen
Editorial Manager - Amos Omollo
Finance Manager - Hesbon Magomere

Our Vision
"Publishing Christian books for the whole community.
Our Mission
To promote the Christian faith through publishing books that meet human need.

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Our Corporate Objectives
This mission is pursued through five corporate objectives:
To contribute to the worship of God.
To encourage personal faith in Christ.
To equip Christians for life and service.
To provide books that meet human need in the wider community.
To develop Christian African authorship.
Our Core Values
Recognizing that we are in the service of God, our core values are:
Excellence in personal discipline and quality work
Honour God by demonstrating honesty in what we say and do; by acquiring knowledge that will enable me perform my duties efficiently, with commitment and dedication.

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Our History
Need for Christian Literature
The need for Christian Literature is as pressing now as it has always been. The Anglican Church of Kenya identified this need in 1974 and set up a company that would publish Christian literature, to assist in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Legal Framework

In the meeting of the Provincial Literature Board held in Nairobi in October, 1974, it was resolved that Uzima Press be incorporated as a company limited by guarantee. Uzima Publishing House was consequently registered in 1974 under the companies Act (Cap. 486) as Company Limited by guarantee and not having a share capital. So as to define its mission better Uzima Press changed its name to Uzima Publishing House on 3rd December 2004.

The Current Situation

Uzima Publishing House is a publisher and distributor of Christian Literature. The offices are situated at Imani House in Nairobi, Kenya and located in the central business district, and so are easily accessible to customers.

The company is headed by a Board of Directors and assisted by the General Manager, who is the chief executive of the company, together with a Management team consisting of an Editorial Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager and Finance Manager.

Since its inception, over 250 titles have been published of which worship and family life books have made the greatest impact. Many of these titles are reprinted annually due to high demand, while those that have been fully utilised are taken off the list.

Authorship
The publishing house attracts many writers who submit over 30 unsolicited manuscripts annually while the company seeks to develop her own authors through writer-training workshops.
Product Lines
The present product lines comprise Worship Books, Bible Study Guides, Family Life, Social Life, Text Books, Christian Education. Autobiographies/Biographies and Children’s Story books. This is in addition to three annual publications: Church Pocket book and Diary, ACK Calendar and Taratibu ya Masomo (Kiswahili Lectionary).
Distribution
Books are distributed through bookshops and book agents in different parts of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Beginning AD 2002 Uzima Publishing House began to distribute books in the Southern and Western African nations as well as Europe and the USA through well established book agents and internet sales.

General Manager Mrs. Phoebe Mugo ensures that company objectives are met.

The Administration team Isaac, Josephine (Dept head) and Patrick prepare for a meeting.

The production team Amos (Dept head), Mary and Enoch prepare a manuscript for the press.

The Finance Manager Hesbon & Veronicah prepare accounts.

The Sales & Marketing team Samuel, Paul and Joel (Dept head) attend to a customer.

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Select Booklist
Worship Books

CONFIRMATION LESSONS BOOK

50 Pages                         A5

A study guide for those preparing for confirmation. It is useful for personal study of the principles of the Christian doctrine and can also be used by pastors and teachers, to prepare candidates for confirmation.

Price KShs. 100/-          

 

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OUR MODERN SERVICES

320 Pages                       A5

Created as a result of the liturgical renewal of the Anglican Church of Kenya, this book contains the order of 40 services for every occassion. It is both doctrinally sound and richly African in its presentations.

Hardcover Price KShs. 550/-

Softcover Price Kshs 400/-

Our Modern Services (Abridged)

74 Pages                        B6

Contains the Morning, Evening prayer and a service of Holy Communion.

Price KShs. 150/-

 

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KITABU KIPYA CHA IBADA

400 Pages                     B6

Hii ni tafsiri ya Our Modern Services kinachotokana na uendeleshaji ya mipango ya Ibada katika Kanisa La Kianglikana Kenya. Kinacho ibada 40 za nyakati zote. Pia inahusisha mafunzo muafaka wa Kikristo na kujumuisha sera za Kiafrika zinazokubalika.

Price KShs. 500/-

Kitabu Kipya Cha Ibada (Abridged)

68 Pages

Kinajumuisha Ibada ya Asubuhi, Ibada ya Jioni na Ibada ya Ushirika Mtakatifu.

Price KShs. 150/-                  

 

MODERN ENGLISH SERVICES (ORANGE)

49 Pages                         B6

These services from the 1662 Book of Common Prayer have been put into modern English. The book is published with the aim of making worship more meaningful and intelligible to congregations today.

Price KShs. 100/-

 

MOTHERS UNION PRAYER BOOK (ENGLISH)

47 Pages                         B6

These are supplication prayers which consist of the Lord’s prayer and psalms. Available in English, Kiswahili and Kikuyu.

Price KShs. 100/-

 

Bible Study Guides

 

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BEAUTY OF SUBMISSION

Sarah Mutua

47 pages                           B6

This study guide is specifically designed to offer women an opportunity to find out for themselves what the Bible says about submission and to decide how to apply Biblical principles to their own situations. Issues such as submission and possessions, submission in dress and submission in bed have been addressed to make the study more enriching.

Price. KShs. 150/-

 

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Growing in Christ

D. Odhuno & Pat Roebert         B6

This study shows how the coming of Jesus Christ is close at hand, and that we are part of God’s Kingdom here on earth. It is important that we should experience continual growth in our spiritual lives.

Price KShs 150/-

 

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YIELDING TO GOD

D. Odhuno & Pat Roebert        B6

This  is a study on the subject of righteousness, based largely on the first eight chapters of Romans. We attain this righteousness as we yield to God.

Price KShs 150/-  

 

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CHRISTIAN BLESSINGS

D. Odhuno & Pat Roebert       B6

This study is based on the first two chapters of Ephesians, and deals with some of the blessings that we are blessed with when we abide in Christ.

Price KShs 150/-  

 

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CHRISTIAN WARFARE

D. Odhuno & Pat Roebert        B6

As Spirit-filled believers, we have been given every right to withstand our enemy. For those who will dare to enter into warfare against the enemy and all his hosts, there is glorious victory awaiting them.

Price KShs 150/-

 

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DIVINE AFFIRMATION

D. Odhuno & Pat Roebert         B6

This deals with divine affirmations from scripture. Being ‘in Christ’ brings to us many rights and privileges, which if we understand and appropriate, will cause us to be happy and successful Christians.

Price KShs 150/-  

 

BECOME THE PERSON GOD MEANT YOU TO BE SERIES

UTILISE YOUR SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS (VOL1)

Maurice E. Wagner           

220 Pages                       A5

An in-depth study of core issues such as sonship, prayer, temptation, sin and forgiveness and discerning God’s will in life’s situations. Complete with review questions and questions for class discussion for each topic, this is a-must read for every serious Christian.

Price KShs. 400/-  

 

ACCEPT THE SIGNIFICANCE THAT GOD PROVIDES (VOL 2)

Maurice E. Wagner

268 Pages                     A5

A well-researched and highly practical help for Christians who want to develop emotionally, complete with review questions for group discussion.

Price Kshs. 400/-  

 

UNDERSTAND YOURSELF EMOTIONALLY (VOL 3)

Maurice E. Wagner

303 Pages                     A5

A further study on developing emotional stability that addresses the importance of common feelings such as security/insecurity, proper mental attitude and how to overcome negative emotions such as anger, guilt and fear.

Price Kshs. 400/-  

 

Sunday School Curriculum  

 

LIFE BUILDER

BOOK 1 JANUARY – MARCH

I am Part of God’s Family (Ages 4-6 years)

Living for God (Ages 7-9 years)

Living as a Child of God (Ages 10-12 years)  

 

BOOK 2 APRIL-JUNE

Growing Strong In God (Ages 4-6 years)

Walking by Faith (Ages 7-9 years)

Celebrating God’s Faithfulness (Ages 10-12 years)  

 

BOOK 3 JULY-SEPTEMBER

All About Jesus (Ages 4-6 years)

I can Learn About God’s Word (Ages 7-9 years)

What the Bible Says About God and His Work (Ages 10-12 years)  

 

BOOK 4 OCTOBER – DECEMBER

All About God’s Wonderful Plan (Ages 4-6 years)

I Can Respond to God’s Plan (Ages 7-9 years)

What the Bible Says About God and His Plan (Ages 10-12 years)

Price KShs 1000/- per copy

 

Devotionals

 

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31 MEDITATIONS TO IMPROVE YOUR PRAYER LIFE

Gilbert Okoronkwo

72 Pages                              B6

Daily prayer is a struggle for many Christians yet Christ could not rest for a moment without it. All the successful people in the Bible has consistent communion with God. As breathing connects us with life so prayer connects a Christian with God. Without it, the Christian’s life becomes powerless because his or her actions are no longer directed to God.

Price KShs. 200/-

Youth

 

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FACTS ABOUT SEX FOR YOUTH ‘CHOOSING TO CHILL’

Stella Okoronkwo

66 Pages                           B6

The word ‘sex’ and the expression ‘sexy’ are now used from the classrooms to the Internet; and from the night club to the street. More than ninety percent of media today is focussing on sex. In Facts About Sex for Youth, the author answers questions and raises issues that will help you not only to avoid pre-marital sex but to enable you to be proud that you choose to ‘chill’.

Price KShs. 200/-  

 

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KISS ME SWEET BABY

Bruce & Carol Britten

102 Pages                             A5

A story of Sindie’s painful search for true love. She lands into an intimate relationship and becomes pregnant. Despite the devastation, Sindie pulls her life together again.                               

Price KShs. 200/-  

 

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YOUTH IN DANGER

Julius Mwai

140 Pages                           A5

Shocking revelations of real life experiences in high school students are portrayed here. The author, through his counselling of students shares their experiences of drug abuse, sexual entrapment and devil worship.

Price KShs. 290/-  

 

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PATHWAY TO MARRIAGE

Grace Kimathi

42 Pages                              A5

A book about premarital relationships including qualities to consider in a life partner and guidelines in keeping pure before marriage.

Price KShs. 150/-                                                   

 

Family Life

 

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ANSWERS FOR UNMARRIED MOTHERS

Emmy Gichinga

128 Pages                             A5

Practical advice about the problems of pregnancy outside marriage and single parenthood with suggestions on how girls and their families can organize their lives to reduce the risk of getting into this situation.

Price 260/-        

 

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ANSWERS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE

Bruce & Carol Britten

192 Pages                             A5

For the married or soon be married. This book answers questions about love, sex, romance, childraising and AIDS among other issues. Culturally relevant and popular worldwide.

Price KShs. 300/-                 

 

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COURTING IN MARRIAGE

Grace Kimathi

128 Pages                            A5

Romance and courting do not end on the wedding day. This book gives practical help to couples who desire to have a more enriched marriage.

Price KShs. 200/-                 

 

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RAISING TODAY’S CHILDREN

Connie Kisuke                     A5

102 Pages

“Where did we go wrong?” is a question many parents ask when their youngsters become unmanageable. This book offers practical guidelines on how to raise children according to godly principles.

Price KShs. 300/-                 

 

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PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE

Gilbert Emonyi

134 Pages                            A5

In an age where many are questioning the institution of marriage, the fact remains that marriage is a precious gift God has given to human beings. Preparing for marriage is an invaluable reading experience for anyone who is about to be married.

Price KShs. 300/=  

 

CHURCH AND MARRIAGE IN EAST AFRICA

John Henry Okullu

80 Pages                             B6

Issues affecting Christian marriages such as sex, bringing up children, abortion, contraceptives and polygamy are discussed from an East African perspective.

Price KShs. 100/-  

 

RESPONSIBLE PARENTING

Diane Omondi

130 Pages                           B6

A fresh new look at successful parenting in contemporary times. Diane shares insights on handling the joys and pains of growing children, always remembering they are God’s children. A must-read for all parents, pastors, counsellors, caregivers and indeed for all adults who mould children in one way or the other.

Price KShs. 400/-               

 

Social Life

 

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HAS GOD FORGOTTEN ME?

Jane Kaberuka

144 Pages                          A5

They cry of an accident victim and how the family agonises over the fate of their mother. A Study of human pain and suffering with answers for those who suffer.

Price KShs. 250/-  

 

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A HANDBOOK FOR CHRISTIAN COUNSELLING

J. Chacha & J. Bowers

84 Pages                              A5

An excellent quick reference handbook for lay counselling in churches, schools, hospitals or counselling centres. Chacha and Bowers offer useful principles for counselling when faced with various issues such as anger, bitterness, child/parent conflicts, depression, discouragement, substance abuse and suicidal tendencies among others.

Price KShs. 250/-  

 

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ESCALATION IN DRUG ABUSE

B. Karechio

60 Pages                              A5

The abuse of drugs constitute a major problem in the present day. This book, written to young people, parents, teachers and counsellors seeks to help us identify the stages and types of drug abuse: understand the reasons people get ‘hooked’, counsel and rehabilitate drug users and alcoholics.

Price KShs. 150/-                 

 

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SILENT DEATH

Kimani wa Mwangi

60 Pages                              A5

The author seeks to enlighten the general public on the dangers of cigarette smoking. He adheres to medical facts as his authority. A good resource material and counsellors and teachers.

Price KShs. 150/-               

 

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UNDERSTANDING GRIEF AS A PROCESS

Dr. Peter Mwiti

50 Pages                             A5

Grieving and mourning is the most painful human experience. Here bereaved persons and their counsellors find help to cope.

Price KShs. 160/-                 

 

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WHEN DEATH STRIKES, WHAT NEXT?

Elizabeth Talitwala

70 Pages                              A5

A study of the process of grief and how to cope with it. Includes topics on counselling children in grief and a discussion of cultures surrounding funerals vis a vis the Biblical perspective. A book to help you cope with your own grief and to enable you to assist a friend in grief.

Price KShs. 200/-                 

 

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MORAL ISSUES IN KENYA

Marjorie Oludhe

88 Pages                              A5

The Kenyan Society is experiencing moral decadence faster than ever. The Church is therefore challenged to strengthen the foundation of Biblical teaching as a basis for good moral values.

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