Chris Oyakhilome Biography. The Man. The Mentor. The Teacher. And The Philanthropist.
Pastor Author, pastor, faith-healer and TV presenter Chris Oyakhilome (also called Pastor Chris) is the creator of LoveWorld Incorporated. The company, which is also called Christ Embassy is located in Lagos, Nigeria. His unique interpretation of God's Word has been a source of inspiration for thousands of people across the globe.
Pastor Chris The Man
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was a child of faith, who was nurtured by a family of faith and was supported by his parents. He is the oldest of three sons born to elder T.E Oyakhilome (one of the founders of the Assemblies of God Church in Benin City) and Angelina. Angelina was the matriarch and imprinted her grace upon her son from a young age.
The whole family is actively involved in the LoveWorld ministry. Reverend Ken is Ken's older brother and member of Christ Embassy Central Executive Council. KattyWorghiren (KattyWorghiren) is director of the LoveWorld Music and Arts Ministry. This ministry is home to many gospel artists who are top-selling globally.
Pastor Chris has two daughters, Carissa Sharon and Charlene. Carissa Sharon decided to follow in her father's footsteps of sharing God's Word with all people. Also known as CSO (Community Service Organization) She is a gifted gospel singer and a member of the LoveWorld Music and Arts community.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome attended Edo College and was awarded the scholarship of Bendel State University to study architecture. Additionally, he holds an honorary doctorate in divinity degree from Benson Idahosa University. Ambrose Ali University was his first university. He was called from God to be a minister and serve the Lord.
Pastor Chris: The Mentor
The Man of God was in university, began what would eventually become one of the most important churches in the world. A small group of prayer known as Youth for Christ’ was established. It would evolve to become one of the most admired institutions at the university. LoveWorld Incorporated would follow millions through the foundation of Christ Embassy and LoveWorld Incorporated.
Under the direction of Pastor Chris, LoveWorld became a pioneer of satellite television and Christian programming. LoveWorldSAT was the first Christian television channel to be broadcast 24/7 from Africa through free-to-air channels. There are LoveWorld satellite and cable television stations all over the world.
Christ Embassy is present in Pastor Chris's homeland of Nigeria as well as South Africa. It also has strong representation across the United Kingdom, Canada, United States, and South Africa. The ministry also runs two Healing Schools in South Africa, Canada and the United States. Pastor Chris is the instructor for seasonal sessions where miracles can be achieved.
Music and Gospel Music form an integral part in worship. Pastor Chris is adamant Christ Embassy Churches that a choir be taught by Loveworld Music and Arts Ministry. Many of these singing talents go on to have successful solo careers under the guidance of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome.
The Future African Leaders Foundation (FALF) is an organization that is focused on the ongoing work of Pastor Chris. It's focused on developing and recognizing young leaders, and training them to be successful in the future. Pastor Chris invests today in youth so that they can be leaders of the future.
Pastor Chris: The Teacher
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome hosts international events and conferences that gather thousands of Christians from all over the world. Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is considered to be one of the most popular and well-known pastors in Nigeria and around the world. His sermons will invigorate and inspire people for many years to come.
Pastor Chris is also a prolific writer with hundreds of devotionals and books. His most renowned publication is the Rhapsody of Realities. A daily devotional as well as a study guide to prayer It offers inspiring insights into God’s Word. Rhapsody of Realities was translated into several languages and made available to millions of people across the world.
A large portion of Pastor Chris's books are also available online via the Pastor Chris Digital Library. The library provides access to hundreds of thousands hours of audio and video recordings in a variety of languages.
Pastor Chris also has a large following on Facebook and Twitter. He also uses YouTube and his ministry's social platform, KingsChat. KingsChat connects users of the LoveWorld believers on a virtual level that allows them to connect to each other and share their spiritual journeys in a secure setting.
Pastor Chris The Philanthropist
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was a zealous philanthropist who founded the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation (COFI) which is a non-profit, non-governmental organization with the mission of aiding the most vulnerable communities and people in the poorest regions and countries around the world.
The Man of God established NGOs to deliver vital services and bring hope to the needy, poor, and forgotten. COFI is a partnership with five other organizations that are all dedicated to raising living standards in the poorest areas.
Under the auspices COFI is 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 organizations works to improve the health and well-being of the most vulnerable.
The charity also provides food for children in need. Pastor Chris believes in strengthening communities through COFI as well as The InnerCity Mission. He encourages responsible governance, good governance leadership and sustainable development throughout Africa as well as other regions of the world, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. It's easy to allow Pastor Chris to become an ambassador for Christ by having such a broad and successful ministry.