This archive report was first published on 29 July 2019.
On July 29, 2019, Reverend Kathy Kiuna celebrated her 50th birthday at JCC church in Nairobi, but the celebration took an unexpected turn.
A group of her followers, who referred to her as 'mum', gathered outside the church to welcome her with a red carpet and placards bearing sweet messages.
However, their gestures were met with criticism and ridicule from some social media users who accused them of being sycophants and brainwashed followers.
Some of the reactions included accusations of idol worship, with one user questioning whether the followers had ever remembered their own wives' or mothers' birthdays.
Others accused Reverend Kiuna of using her followers to fund her lavish lifestyle.
One user even went as far as to say that the followers were 'pathetic' and that the 'boychild movement' had failed.
Reverend Kiuna's followers were also accused of being brainwashed and of worshipping the wrong god.
Despite the criticism, Reverend Kiuna's followers remained loyal and continued to defend her.
Below are some of the reactions from social media users.
Kinoti wa Mwirigi This is not the church of Christ. It's occult of Kathy and Kiuna. This worship of a woman should only be directed to your wife not another man's wife and no she is not your mum. She has her own children you over grown toddlers.
Arnold Mutuma That is madness and stupidity.
Nash Nyash I wonder whether these men ever remember their wife's birthdays! Lubbish!!!
David Oriku When a pastor needs a car the church fundraises.. When a church member's child wanna go to campus and has no school fees. prayers are done!!
Mr Diego Sometimes before you call your Pastor Dad and Mum ask yourselves when did you call your parents to know how they are fairing or help them in a struggling situation.
Beat Mbutei Those men with placards denouncing their mothers in the public are pathetic to say the least!what a shame to boychild movement….#RevKathyKiuna
Kimani Wanyawira If you are brainwashed like these fools.don't expect sympathy from me. I can only encourage this Cathy to look for more and continue to use them to fund her lavish lifestyle. #RevKathyKiuna
Cosmic Boom @RevKathyKiuna Any church, in which one member, a group of members, a family, the pastor or anyone else is more important than the GOD they “serve” and “worship” is a CULT! Stop misleading God's people while gaining earthly Glory and riches! #RevKathyKiuna #BreakingDespair
