About Extra Mile Ministries
Discover our history, our deep-rooted theological calling, and the core values that shape our work in preaching the Gospel and caring for the vulnerable.
A Vision Born in the Streets
Extra Mile Ministries was birthed out of a profound, personal calling given to our founder, Evangelist Godknows Muto. Originally serving school children, he was soon guided to a weightier, deeply challenging mandate: preaching to homeless children on the streets. Realizing words alone could not convey spiritual love, Godknows began demonstrating hands-on love through food, clothing, and blankets.
In 2003, he faced severe personal trials while stranded in Chirundu without basic amenities. Stranded on the banks of the Zambezi River with no passport to cross and no funds to return home, Godknows stayed with an old classmate and turned to Scripture. While reading 1 John 3:16, God spoke clearly to his heart: "Go another mile. You can preach and you can give food, but what they truly need is love."
This vision crystallized a mandate to serve underprivileged children holistically—spiritually, physically, and emotionally. God directed him to serve at the Neshuro Baptist Orphanage under Pastor Chigohi until 2005. After a short period in Bible school that was cut short due to a lack of funds, he relocated to Bulawayo in 2006. There, the vision took massive, practical root: Godknows rescued 16 boys directly off the streets and merged them with 8 orphaned boys, setting the cornerstone for the ministry.
Founder Testimony
"I remember a young boy named Gift. He was 10 years old, sniffing glue, and shivering. I shared my bread with him and spoke about Jesus. He looked at me and asked, 'Does Jesus have a house for me to sleep in?' That question shattered me. I understood that going the extra mile means building a bridge from the pavement to the classroom, and from the street corner to the altar of God."
Evangelist Godknows Muto
FounderOur Vision
A world where everyone is reached with unrestrained gospel of Jesus Christ, every community has a spiritual home, and every vulnerable child is restored to a hopeful future.
Our Mission
We fulfil the Great Commission and the call to compassion by: preaching Christ unconditionally; establishing strategic church-planting partnerships within and outside Zimbabwe; rehabilitating and reuniting vulnerable children with their families; and equipping society to combat drug abuse and HIV/AIDS and obedience.
Our Journey Timeline
Salvation & Conversion
Evangelist Godknows Muto gave his life to Jesus Christ during a Baptist Youth Ministry outreach in October.
Baptism
March 6, 1988: Publicly declared his faith and was baptized by Rev. G.S. Nkala.
Called into Full-Time Ministry
Attended a leadership conference under Evangelist Jimmy Hodges and received a divine commission through Jeremiah 1:17 confirming his calling to preach.
The 'Go Another Mile' Vision
While stranded in Chirundu, received the vision for the ministry through 1 John 3:16: 'Go another mile. You can preach and you can give food, but what they truly need is love.'
Neshuro Baptist Orphanage Service
Served under Pastor Chigohi, gaining valuable experience in orphan care and community support.
Official Launch in Bulawayo
Rescued and integrated 16 boys from the streets with 8 orphaned boys, marking the official establishment of Extra Mile Ministries.
Holistic Expansion
Expanded into strategic church planting, vocational skills workshops, and community campaigns combating drug abuse and HIV/AIDS.
Our Core Values
These six core values reflect our theological alignment and govern how we relate, serve, and administer resources.
Christ-Centred Evangelism
Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ is our primary mandate. We preach salvation, faith, and discipleship in obedience to the Great Commission.
Practical and Sacrificial Love
We go another mile to serve. We demonstrate Christ's love through practical feeding, shelter, medical assistance, and educational support.
Holistic Restoration
We look after the whole person. We work toward the spiritual reconciliation, mental rehabilitation, and physical restoration of vulnerable individuals.
Collaborative Partnership
We work collaboratively with local churches, governmental authorities, global partners, and families to foster community ownership.
Integrity & Financial Accountability
We maintain absolute transparency, strict accountability, and integrity in managing the financial resources entrusted to us by God and partners.
Compassionate Social Responsibility
We advocate for the marginalized, orphans, street children, and widows, standing in the gap to bring social justice and rehabilitation.
Ministry Leadership
Meet the directors and shepherds guiding Extra Mile Ministries in spiritual leadership and child welfare.
Evangelist Godknows Muto
Founder & Lead EvangelistPassionate about preaching, direct street outreach, and cross-border crusade missions.
Dr. Rachel Sibanda
Director of Child WelfareClinical psychologist specializing in child trauma, rehabilitation, and family reconciliation models.
Pastor Joshua Ndlovu
Head of Church Planting & DiscipleshipOversees local pastors, coordinates rural crusade missions, and monitors training courses.