Faith
Rochester Christian Welcomes New President
Faith Facts
- Rochester Christian University will inaugurate Reggies Wenyika as its 11th president during homecoming on October 24.
- Wenyika is the first RCU president not associated with the Churches of Christ, highlighting a shift towards broader Christian leadership.
- He has an extensive educational and leadership background, including previous roles at Ottawa University and Southwestern Christian University.
On October 24, Rochester Christian University will celebrate the investiture of Reggies Wenyika as its new president.
This commencement marks a moment of transformation rooted in strong faith traditions.
Wenyika’s journey includes leadership at two Christian universities, where biblical principles were central to his vision.
His commitment to serving Christ is evident in both his work and education.
The inauguration weekend opens with a Community Blessing Service, focusing on glorifying God and seeking His guidance for the university’s future.
The event will reaffirm RCU’s Christ-centered mission and its dedication to God’s calling.
“I know what the Church of Christ stands for,” Wenyika told North Star.
“I’m familiar with the Stone-Campbell theological heritage.”
“While I didn’t grow up in the Church of Christ, I’ve had deep exposure to its theology and practice.”
RCU’s Board Chair, Richard Watson, affirmed the value of faith above denominational lines when appointing the new president.
This perspective honors the university’s heritage while keeping Christ at the center of its educational mission.
“From the beginning we were looking for the best faith-based candidate we could find,” Watson said.
“We will always have that heritage and let our people understand that’s where we’ve come from. We love the Church of Christ.”
“But it’s not necessarily a priority to maintain that relationship but rather to be a faith-based, Christ-centered institution. That’s who we want to look like.”
Believers are encouraged to pray for RCU, its new leadership, and for Christian education to flourish for God’s glory and the benefit of future generations.