Rhema's hosting of African National Congress (ANC) President Jacob Zuma gave the church an opportunity to "minister", the Rhema church said on Monday.

"Rhema believes the visit by Mr Zuma and his delegation gave the church an opportunity to minister in a significant way to the leader of the ruling party and his colleagues," said spokesperson Vusi Mona.

He added that Rhema was non partisan.

"Having said so, the church does have a history of playing a role in our country's national life and interacting with different political players," said Mona.

Mona also responded to reports in the media about Rhema's congregants complaints about Zuma's visit.

Some of those interviewed said Zuma's visit was inappropriate as the ANC President had also been campaigning. On Monday, Business Day reported that some were unhappy enough with Zuma that about 50 congregants walked out of the service.

Mona acknowledged that some of the congregrants left but claimed the number was exaggerated by the media.

"We do care about those members but are nevertheless disappointed by their conduct," said Mona.

In the Business Day article Mona was quoted as calling those who had left, "statistically insignificant".