Elder Alfred Kyungu: ‘Using the Language of Peacemakers’
Key Points:
- Elder Alfred Kyungu emphasized the importance of using peaceful language as a discipleship practice, encouraging individuals to replace harsh words with expressions that promote understanding and harmony.
- He urged listeners to avoid damaging phrases that harm relationships and instead choose words like “Thank you,” “I’m sorry,” and “I forgive you” to foster confidence and preserve connections.
- Elder Kyungu highlighted that true doctrine can transform communication, calling for repentance of harsh language and prayers for peaceful dialogue despite differing opinions.
- Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Elder Kyungu was sustained as a General Authority Seventy in April 2021 and has been active in humanitarian and Church leadership roles in Africa.
- Recently, he handed over a new school to the Liberian government in 2026 and made the first official Church visit to Chad in 2025, meeting with the country’s Prime Minister.