Ethiopia — Bonga Gawata Saja
Evangelist Gizawu Gelgelu
Preaching, Discipleship & Ministry Leadership
Country
Ethiopia
Region
Gedeo — DillaBonga Gawata Saja
Ministry Focus
Preaching, Discipleship & Ministry
Biography
Evangelist Gizawu Gelgelu was born and raised in Hasse Kebele, Wenago District, in a Christian family. He accepted the Lord at an early age (around 7–10 years old) and began his spiritual journey at Babbo Kale Heywet Church. Actively serving in youth ministry and the choir, his passion to dedicate his life to God grew continually.
He completed Children’s Bible training and earned a two-year Amharic Bible School diploma in Bible and Ministry. Evangelist Gizawu currently serves and leads the church ministry at Bonga Gawata Saja Church through preaching, discipleship, and community engagement.
With over seven years of missionary experience across Ethiopia, he has served in various fields including Degehabur (Somali Region), Kiramu and Chalitigoro (Wollega, Oromia), Hambiso (Salale), and Sennen (Gurage Zone). He is married to Hanna Dayolie, and they are blessed with four children: Bekurat, Beteselam, and twin daughters Wengelawit and Hibret.
Calling
A life dedicated to sharing the Gospel, strengthening believers, and serving communities across Ethiopia.
Current Ministry
Leading GMOG, mentoring young leaders, and continuing evangelism and church planting across the Gedeo region.
Photos
Reports From the Field
October 15, 2024
Gospel Outreach in the Gedeo Area
July 1, 2024
Ministry Training College Graduation
Stories of Transformation
“Through every storm, through every trial, God has been faithful. He has never left me, and He has never failed to sustain the work He called me to.”
— Dilla, Ethiopia
Related Teachings
Mission · 42 min
The Calling of God and the Great Commission
Leadership · 38 min
Faithfulness in Ministry Through Every Season
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