In a shocking turn of events, a church leader and a priest from Trinity International Fellowship Ministry have been arrested after illegally entering a funeral parlour's mortuary in an attempt to resurrect a deceased person.
Apostle Ruramai Nhapata and Priest Nyamungara were apprehended by the police, leading to a confrontation where they threatened to undress in public. The incident unfolded at Nyaradzo Funeral Parlour along Willowvale Road, resulting in the two individuals being detained at Southerton Police Station.
The church leader claimed to possess special powers, contending that she had successfully revived ten deceased individuals in the past.
Details of the Incident:
Apostle Ruramai Nhapata, accompanied by Priest Nyamungara, allegedly entered the mortuary with the intention of bringing Gift Takudzwa Shiriyapenga back to life.![]() |
Church Leader Arrested for Illegally Entering Mortuary in a Failed Resurrection Attempt! |
The church leader instructed a church member to place a cellphone on the deceased's ear while she undressed and began massaging the body. During the ritual, she loudly proclaimed that Shiriyapenga would be resurrected.
This unauthorized intrusion into the mortuary and the attempt to tamper with the deceased resulted in their arrest by the police.
Statements from the Involved Parties:
Apostle Nhapata showed defiance in the face of her arrest. She asserted that she was ready to face justice, stating that she was merely exercising her faith and doing the work of God. The church leader even claimed previous successful resurrections of ten individuals who had been pronounced dead.However, it is important to note that the deceased, Gift Takudzwa Shiriyapenga, had no familial relation to Apostle Nhapata and was not a member of her Trinity International Fellowship Ministry.
Legal Consequences and Future Proceedings:
Apostle Ruramai Nhapata is set to appear in court tomorrow to face charges related to tampering with a dead body in the mortuary without authorization. The court will carefully examine the evidence surrounding the incident and determine the appropriate legal consequences for her actions.This case serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting legal and ethical boundaries, even in the name of faith and religious beliefs.
The arrest of a church leader and her accompanying priest for illegally entering a mortuary in an attempt to resurrect a deceased individual has raised eyebrows and sparked public debate. While faith and religious practices are valued and protected, they must be exercised within the confines of the law. The upcoming court proceedings will shed more light on the incident and deliver justice accordingly.
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Apostle Ruramai Nhapata |
It is essential to exercise caution and respect the boundaries between religious practices and legal regulations to maintain public order and prevent the violation of ethical standards.