Three parts of one story
1860 – 1929
Prophet Harris
His vision in prison, his walk along the coast, his mass baptisms, and his expulsion by the colonial administration.
Read →1888 – 1992
John Ahui, the successor
The journey to Cape Palmas, the passing on of the message, and fifty-seven years leading the Harrist Church.
Read →Today
Impact & reach
The forced-labour context, its roots in Ivory Coast, and the Church's presence in Liberia, Ghana, Togo, Benin, Europe and Canada.
Read →Timeline
1913
Setting off along the coast
William Wadé Harris begins his prophetic walk through Ivory Coast.
1915
Expulsion
The French colonial administration expels him to Liberia.
1928
Passing the torch
John Ahui meets Harris at Cape Palmas and receives his mission.
1961
An official Church
Statutes published under the name Christ Church - Harris Mission.
1998
International recognition
The Harrist Church joins the World Council of Churches.