Pastor, faith heaver, TV host, author Chris Oyakhilome. As well as the people who follow him, Pastor Chris is the president and founder of LoveWorld Incorporated. His unique interpretation of God's Word has inspired millions worldwide.
Chris: The Pastor Chris: The Man
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was a child of faith, raised in a loving family and was supported by his parents. He was the oldest of four children born to Elder T.E Oyakhilome, one of the first pioneers of the Assemblies of God Church in Benin City, and Angelina who is the matriarch of the Oyakhilome family, who imparted her faith in God's grace upon her son from an early age.
The LoveWorld ministry is a family effort. His brother Reverend Ken, is the esteemed pastor of Christ Embassy's Houston, Texas Church and a member of Christ Embassy Central Executive Council as well as his sister, KattyWorghiren, is the director of the LoveWorld Music and Arts Ministry (LMAM), which houses a variety of global best-selling gospel artists.
Pastor Chris is the father of two daughters, Carissa Sharon (Charlene) and Chris. Carissa Sharon chose to follow in her father's footsteps of sharing the Word of God to all people. Also known as CSO (Community Service Organization) She is a talented gospel singer and part of the LoveWorld Music and Arts community.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome attended Edo College and was awarded an award from Bendel State University to study architecture. He has an honorary divinity degree from Benson Idahosa University. Ambrose Ali University was his first university. He received his calling from God to enter the ministry and serve the Lord.
Chris: Pastor Chris: A Mentor
The Man of God was studying at the university, founded what would eventually become one of the most significant churches in the entire world. A small group of prayer known as Youth for Christ’ was formed. It would evolve to become one of the most popular organizations on campus. LoveWorld Incorporated would follow millions through the base of Christ Embassy and LoveWorld Incorporated.
Under the leadership of Pastor Chris, LoveWorld became a pioneer of satellite television and Christian programming. LoveWorldSAT broadcast the first Christian television station that reaches from Africa to the rest of the world, 24/7 via free-toair networks. There are LoveWorld television stations on satellite and cable networks all over the globe.
Christ Embassy has a strong presence throughout Pastor Chris's homeland of Nigeria. The ministry operates two healing schools that are located in South Africa.
Music and Gospel Music form an integral aspect of worship. Pastor Chris encourages Christ Embassy Churches that a choir is trained through Loveworld Music and Arts Ministry. Many of these vocal talents will go on to have successful solo careers under the direction of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome.
The Future African Leaders Foundation(FALF) is an organization that is focused on the inspiring work of Pastor Chris. It is aimed at identifying and developing young, gifted leaders and preparing them for an exciting future by acknowledging and supporting their incredible achievements. Pastor Chris invests in youth today in order to help them become the leaders of tomorrow.
Pastor Chris is a Teacher
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome organizes international gatherings and events that bring together thousands upon thousands of Christians from all over the world. As one of the most well-known and influential pastors across all of Nigeria and across the globe the teachings of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome will continue to influence and inspire souls for decades to come.
Pastor Chris is also a prolific author, author, and has published many devotionals. His most well-known publication is Rhapsody of Realities. This daily devotional provides inspirational insights into God's powerful Word. Rhapsody of Realities has been translated into thousands of different languages and distributed to millions of readers around the world.
You can access many of Pastor Chris’s sermons, prayers, and thoughtful reflections online through the pastor Chris Digital Library. It is a repository which gives access to thousands of hours of audio and video recordings in a variety of languages.
Pastor Chris has also gained a large social media following via Facebook. Twitter. Youtube. Then his own ministry's social network, KingsChat. KingsChat connects people who are LoveWorld followers on a virtual level and allows them to connect with one another and share their journeys in the spiritual realm in a secure environment.
Pastor Chris: The Philanthropist
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome created the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation Internet (COFI) which is an international non-profit corporation. Its purpose is to assist those who are most vulnerable and communities in some countries and regions of poverty across the globe.
The Man, God, has established a variety of non-profit organizations with the goal to provide vital assistance and hope. Five partners make up COFI, all working together to raise living standards in the poorest areas.
Under the auspices COFI are the InnerCity Mission (ICM) for Children The Volunteer Medical Corps (VMC), Trauma Care International Foundation (TCIF), Future Africa Leaders Foundation (FALF), as well as the Bible For All Mission. Each of these groups strives to improve wellbeing, health and spirits of the most vulnerable.
His charity also provides financial support to children who are in poverty. Pastor Chris believes in building communities through COFI as well as The InnerCity Mission. He encourages responsible governance, good governance leadership and sustainable development throughout Africa and other parts of the world, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. With an impressive and diverse ministry, it is easy to see the reason why Pastor Chris is a renowned advocate for Christ.