October 1st, 2025

Welcome to At The Table, a long-form podcast spotlighting conversations about the intersection of faith and one's work in the world. Hosted by Rev. Dr. Drew Sams, senior pastor at Bel Air Church.

In this episode, Drew sits down with Pastor James Byensi. In addition to being the pastor and director of missions and outreach at CECA 20, the 20th planting of the Church of Christ in Congo, Pastor James is also the founder and president of Rebuilders Ministry DRC, a Christian non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the spiritual, socio-economic, and educational challenges faced by the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Pastor Drew and Pastor James explore how faith fuels peacemaking, community rebuilding, and leadership in one of the world’s most conflict‑stricken regions. Pastor James shares the deep historical roots of the DRC’s suffering, the birth and growth of Rebuilders Ministry, and how holistic discipleship—education, trauma care, economic empowerment, and leadership development—forms the heart of their work. Their conversation invites listeners to consider how their own faith can shape the work they do and how they might partner in bringing restoration to Congo.

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