Pastor Faith healer, pastor. Author. TV host. Chris Oyakhilome is also known to his followers under the name Pastor Chris. He is the founder and president of LoveWorld Incorporated. His distinctive interpretation of the Bible has enthralled millions across the globe.
Pastor Chris: The Man
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was a child of faith who was raised in a loving family and was supported by his parents. He is the oldest son born to Elder T.E Oyakhilome, one of the pioneers of the Assemblies of God Church in Benin City, and Angelina the matriarch of the Oyakhilome family who imprinted her divine grace upon her son from a young age.
The LoveWorld ministry is a collaborative effort between the families. His brother Reverend Ken, is the esteemed pastor of Christ Embassy's Houston, Texas Church and an active 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 is home to several top gospel artists in the world.
Pastor Chris is the father of two daughters, Carissa Sharon (Charlene) and Chris. Carissa Sharon is following to follow the way of her father, sharing the Gospel of God to the world. Also known CSO She is a gospel singer who has won awards and a member of LoveWorld Music and Arts.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was a student at Edo College before winning a scholarship to study architecture at Bendel State University, known now as Ambrose Ali University, where He earned a BSc in Architecture as well as an honorary Doctor of Science award. He also has an honorary doctorate in divinity awarded by the Benson Idahosa University. Ambrose Ali University was the location where he sensed God called him to be an ordained minister to the Lord.
Pastor Chris The Mentor
While he was at university, the Man of God created what would become one of the biggest churches in the world. He established an informal prayer group called "Youth for Christ" which would become the most well-known organization of its kind on campus. It would also serve as the basis for the future Christ Embassy and LoveWorld Incorporated which has millions of followers across the globe.
The LoveWorld ministry under the direction of Chris the pastor, Chris was the first pioneer of satellite television as well as Christian TV programming. LOVEWORLDSAT was first Christian television station that broadcast from Africa all day long on free-to-air channels. In the present, LoveWorld television stations are available on cable and satellite networks across the globe.
Christ Embassy has strong presence in Pastor Chris's homeland of Nigeria, South Africa and Canada. The ministry also has two Healing Schools located in South Africa, Canada and the United States. Pastor Chris leads seasonal sessions, where miracles can be achieved.
Music and Gospel Music play an integral element of worship. Pastor Chris supports Christ Embassy Churches and Loveworld Music and Arts Ministry trained choirs. Many of these singers can go on to be successful solo artists through the guidance of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome's guidance and spirit.
The Future African Leaders Foundation focuses its efforts on continuing the ministry of Pastor Chris. Its goal is to discover and train young, talented leaders. They help them prepare for a an exciting future by assisting and celebrating their accomplishments. Pastor Chris invests in today's youth so they can become the leaders of tomorrow.
Pastor Chris: The Teacher
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome hosts conferences and international events which bring together thousands of Christians from every denomination of Christianity. Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is one of the most popular and well-known pastors in Nigeria and around the world. His sermons will invigorate and inspire people for years to come.
Pastor Chris is also a prolific writer, having written numerous books and devotionals. His most well-known publication is the Rhapsody of Realities. A daily devotional as well as a study guide for prayer that provides inspirational insights into God's Word. Rhapsody of Realities, which has been translated into many languages and distributed around the world to millions of readers, is now in its second edition.
In addition to his books Many of Pastor Chris's sermons, prayers and sermons are accessible online through the Pastor Chris Digital Library. The library provides access to hundreds and thousands of hours of audio and video recordings in various languages.
Pastor Chris also has a large following on facebook as well as twitter. He also uses YouTube and his ministry's own social platform, KingsChat. KingsChat brings together the digital community of LoveWorld believers allowing them to share, follow and connect with each other in a deeper spiritual way in a secure environment.
Pastor Chris: Philanthropist
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, who is a fervent patron of charity, established the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation Inter (COFI) as an independent, non-profit charity that is aiming to aid the most vulnerable communities as well as those in the most impoverished regions of the globe.
In addition to proclaiming the gospel, the Man of God also founded a number of NGOs which are tasked with providing essential aid and hope to those who are poor, in need or neglected. COFI has five partners who have all committed to improving the standard of living in the poorest areas.
COFI's umbrella covers the InnerCity Mission ICM (ICM) and the Volunteer Medical Corps VMC (VMC), Trauma Care International Foundation /TCIF, Future Africa Leaders Foundation and the Bible For All Mission. Each of these organizations works to improve the lives, health, and spirits of those most in need.
His charity also provides support for children in need. Through COFI and The InnerCity Mission, Pastor Chris believes in promoting solid foundations for community through the promotion of accountability, responsible leadership, as well as sustainable development in Africa as well as other vulnerable parts of the world in accordance to the Sustainable Development Goals. With such a successful and diverse ministry, it's clear the reason why Pastor Chris is a renowned ambassador for Christ.