Baringo Man Marks Birthday by Renovating Church, Raising Funds to Upgrade Pastor's Car
- When Eric Kiprotich turned a year older, he didn’t throw a party; he gave his home church in Muserechi a complete makeover
- Disturbed by its condition during a friend’s ordination, he funded a two-month renovation using skilled workers from Nairobi
- Kiprotich's gesture, rooted in gratitude and faith, has touched many hearts in the Baringo community
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BARINGO – While most people celebrate their birthdays with cake and parties, Eric Kiprotich "Supuu 177" chose to mark his special day by giving back to his community in a big way.
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He made the day special by renovating the Full Gospel Churches of Kenya in Mogotio, Muserechi.
Kiprotich told TUKO.co.ke that he felt the urge to thank God for keeping him alive and decided to channel his gratitude into a meaningful project.
He explained that the idea took shape during the ordination ceremony of Reverend Sammy Kogo, a close friend.
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“When I attended his ordination, I didn’t like the state of the church, so I promised to give them a better one,” Kiprotich explained.
Why Kiprotich upgraded pastor's car
The renovation project took two months, during which Kiprotich brought in skilled fundis from Nairobi to carry out the transformation.
“It was my birthday, and I needed to thank God for keeping me alive to that age. This is my home church, and though I’ve helped others before, it remained untouched,” he shared.
As a bonus act of kindness, Kiprotich also contacted friends to help raise funds to upgrade the Reverend’s small car.
The newly refurbished church now stands as a beacon of hope and generosity in Muserechi, symbolising how one man’s birthday became a blessing for an entire congregation.
“I’m not a politician, but I like contributing towards the work of God,” Kiprotich said, adding that it brings him fulfilment to see the church and its leadership better supported.
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Social media reactions
Kenyans took to the comments section to praise Kiprotich for giving back to the community.
Ruth Nafla
"May God bless him abundantly. I think he's the first one in the whole country to do that."
Henry Kamencu
"While mulima people criticise the president for renovating the church at State House."
Victor Utwoma Adede
"People know how to keep themselves on course by giving back to the community, especially a church course."
Meshack Ndambuki
"Ulifanya vyema, at least the saints can meet in a decent place."
Kiprotich bought car for another pastor
Eric Kiprotich is no stranger to philanthropy, as he has been involved in many other activities to uplift his community.
In September 2024, he went viral for surprising Pst Agnes Kiptoo of Kabimoi Redeemed Gospel Church with a brand-new Nissan X-Trail.
The emotional moment unfolded during a surprise visitation at the pastor’s home, a gesture that left her shedding tears of joy.
Kiprotich explained that he felt compelled to upgrade Pst Agnes because her prayers had made him successful, yet she rode a motorbike to church every Sunday.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
