About KCHOBW
Learn about our organization, leadership structure, and commitment to serving bishops in Kisii County
Who We Are
Our Organization
The KISII COUNTY HOUSE OF BISHOPS WELFARE (KCHOBW) was founded on March 20, 2025, to champion the welfare of bishops in Kisii County by restoring honor to the office of the bishop and pooling financial resources for their economic well-being.
As an inter-denominational group, we unite bishops across different Christian traditions to rally together for collective community development initiatives, organize retirement schemes, and build retirement homes to ensure social security in retirement.
Our unique approach focuses on empowering bishops during their active service rather than posthumous honoring, with deliberate efforts to restore honor and dignity to bishops and senior clergy through retirement schemes and homes.
Founded
March 20, 2025
Established to address the welfare needs of bishops in Kisii County
Membership
65 Current Bishops
Bishops and their equivalents from various denominations
Location
Kisii County, Kenya
Primarily serving Kisii County with potential for regional impact
Our Journey
Key Milestones
Our journey from conception to becoming a registered Community Based Organization
Brainstorming & Analysis
Initial discussions, situational analysis, and vision sharing among founding bishops.
Foundation Building
Preparation of constitution, election of officials, and drafting of memorandum for registration.
Formal Registration
Official registration as a Community Based Organization with the Directorate of Social Services.
Growth & Awareness
Vision casting, extensive publicity, and membership drive across Kisii County.
Official Launch
Scheduled formal launch event marking our emergence as a fully operational organization.
Impact & Expansion
Building retirement schemes, community development initiatives, and bishop welfare programs.
Our Framework
Organizational Structure
Our governance framework ensures effective leadership and decision-making
Plenary
Highest decision-making organ comprising all members
- All 65 bishops
- Major policy decisions
- Constitutional amendments
- Election of officials
Executive Committee
Handles day-to-day operations
- Chairperson & Vice
- Secretary & Vice
- Treasurer
- Organizing Secretary
Executive Council
Executive Committee plus department directors
- All executive officers
- Department directors
- Strategic planning
- Program oversight
Our Departments
Our Leadership
Key Officers
Our leadership team dedicated to serving bishops and advancing our mission
Chairperson
Overall leadership and representation
Vice Chairperson
Supports chairperson in leadership duties
Secretary
Records meetings and manages communications
Vice Secretary
Assists secretary in administrative duties
Treasurer
Manages financial affairs and reporting
Organizing Secretary
Coordinates events and programs
Special Needs (Affirmative) Officers
Dedicated officers ensuring inclusivity and support for bishops with special needs