The incident occurred while Senator Edwin Sifuna was officiating the highly anticipated launch of the church forcing the event into confusion and temporarily halting the proceedings.
Witnesses reported that the ceremony had been progressing smoothly with worshippers gathered in large numbers to celebrate the opening.
However the atmosphere suddenly changed when several police vehicles arrived and officers moved swiftly into the compound.
Congregants were seen scrambling for safety as officers attempted to push through the crowd.
At the center of the unfolding drama was Senator Sifuna who had been delivering remarks when the officers entered the venue.
According to sources at the scene, the officers appeared intent on apprehending the Nairobi senator prompting church officials and attendees to quickly intervene.
In the ensuing commotion the lawmaker managed to evade arrest leaving the venue under tight security.
Videos circulating on social media captured moments of the tense confrontation showing church members chanting and demanding that the police respect the sanctity of the religious gathering.
Some congregants formed a protective barrier around the church leadership while others questioned the motive behind the sudden police action.
Authorities have yet to provide a detailed explanation for the attempted arrest at the religious event.
However sources indicate that the operation may be linked to ongoing political tensions and investigations involving key public figures.
Church leaders later condemned the incident describing it as a disruption of a sacred event meant to unite the community.
They urged security agencies to respect places of worship and avoid actions that could endanger worshippers.
Despite the disruption the church leadership vowed that the opening ceremony would not be overshadowed by the confrontation.
Congregants eventually regrouped to continue with prayers and celebrations though the dramatic police presence left many shaken.
The incident has since sparked widespread debate online with supporters of the senator criticizing the timing and manner of the attempted arrest while others called for clarity from authorities regarding the operation.