We launched a project last May to stock the shelves at the Kasonga Theological Library with 30,000 volumes… Here is an exciting update and an invitation to help us load a third shipping container with books for the library… READ ON…
Central Africa Baptist University (CABU), is on a mission to train the next generation of leaders who will be theologically equipped and practically prepared to spread the gospel across Africa. The vision is to see Christ made known through healthy, reproducing churches in every village, town and city in Africa.
A vital piece of training leaders is to provide them with access to a robust theological library. The Paul Kasonga Theological Library is on the campus of Central Africa Baptist University in Kitwe, Zambia and is named in honor of the first ordained Baptist Pastor in Zambia, Paul Kasonga. With 9,200 square feet of floor space, our mission is to stock the shelves with solid theological and ministry resources.
PROJECT UPDATE: 37,825 BOOKS SHIPPED AND COUNTING!
We are thrilled to announce that through the first two shipping containers, we have successfully sent 37,825 books to the Kasonga Theological Library! This incredible milestone is a testament to the generosity of our supporters. Currently, our third container is approximately two-thirds full, and we need your help to fill it before the upcoming shipment deadline. Here is a video explaining the project!
THIRD SHIPPING CONTAINER UNDERWAY!
We asked for your partnership to gather 30,000 books to ship to Zambia for the Kasongo Theological Library, and your generosity has already surpassed that goal. We estimate that when the third container is packed we will have a total of over 50,000 books to add to the Zambia collection! Praise the Lord!
Christianbook International Outreach, a non-profit ministry in Peabody, Massachusetts, has graciously agreed to handle the logistics, receive and pack donated books, and send a third 20-foot shipping container directly to the CABU campus in Kitwe. So here is how you can help to top off this container with quality books!
HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
- Donate Online: Visit our donation page to make a financial contribution. Please add a note that your donation is for “Books.” 100% of your donation will go towards purchasing books for the library, and all donations are tax-deductible.
- Donate Books: If you have gently used theological and ministry books that you would like to contribute, please follow the instructions below on how to send them to us. We will accept Biblical commentaries, Biographies, Banner of Truth, Systematic and biblical theology, Church history, Preaching, Pastoral care and counseling, Christian living, African authors, and Education
In 2 Timothy 4:13, Paul instructed Timothy, “When you come… bring the… books.” That’s what we’re doing, and we invite you to join us by donating to this project and equipping the next generation of leaders in Africa with the transforming power of God’s Word.
IMPORTANT: BOOKS MUST ARRIVE BY MAY 20, 2025
To ensure your donated books are included in the third container shipment, please make sure they arrive at the address below no later than May 20, 2025.
WHERE TO SEND BOOKS
Donations of books should be boxed and shipped to the address below. Each box must be clearly labeled, and addressed as below, with ALL the information showing on the shipping label:
Shipments of 20 Boxes or Less:
Every box must be clearly labeled with ALL the information below showing up on the label.
Ship to:
ChristianBook International Outreach
ATTN: Craig Stoll for CABU Zambia
140 Summit Street
Peabody, MA 01960
Shipments of more than 20 Boxes or Local Deliveries:
If you have more than 20 boxes, or if you live within driving distance of the address above, please contact Craig Stoll at cstoll@christianbookoutreach.org for instructions.
WHAT BOOKS TO SEND:
Here are some key types of books and resources that would be beneficial – classic and contemporary.
- Biblical commentaries
- Biographies
- Banner of Truth titles
- Systematic and biblical theology
- Church history
- Preaching
- Pastoral care and counseling
- Christian living
- African authors
- Education
Thank you for your support of this project, and your partnership in training a new generation of servant leaders in Africa for Great Commission living!
Zambia Hunt 
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