Chris Oyakhilome Biography. The man, the mentor, the teacher , and the Philanthropist
Pastor, faith-healer, author, and television presenter Chris Oyakhilome (also called Pastor Chris) is the creator of LoveWorld Incorporated. The business, also known as Christ Embassy is located in Lagos, Nigeria. His unique and inspirational telling of God’s Word has inspired millions all over the world.
Pastor Chris: Man
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, born on the 7th of December 7 1963, in Edo State, Nigeria, was raised in a household of faith, supported by loving and devoted parents. He is the son of the elder T.E Oyakhilome who was one of the first pioneers of the Assemblies to God Church in Benin City. Angelina and the matriarch Oyakhilome were also his parents. The divine grace of her mother was passed down to her son at an early age.
The LoveWorld ministry is supported by the entire family. Reverend Ken is his brother and is the revered Pastor at Christ Embassy's Houston Texas Church. He is also a member of the Christ Embassy Central Executive Council. KattyWorghiren is the director for the LoveWorld Music and Arts Ministry that houses a number of top gospel artists.
Pastor Chris has two daughters: Carissa Sharon and Charlene. Carissa Sharon is following in her father's example of sharing God's Word with the world. Also known by CSO, she has been an accomplished, award-winning gospel artist and is a part of LoveWorld Music and Arts.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome received his education at Edo College. He then received an award to study architecture in Bendel State University. He is also the recipient of an honorary doctorate from Benson Idahosa University. He was at Ambrose Ali University when he was called by God to be a priest and servant of the Lord.
Chris: The Pastor Chris The Mentor
The Man of God who was still in university, began what would eventually become one of the most influential church in the world. A small group of prayer known as Youth for Christ’ was established. It would evolve to become one of the most well-known organizations at the university. LoveWorld Incorporated would follow millions through the base of Christ Embassy and LoveWorld Incorporated.
Pastor Chris was the leader of the LoveWorld ministry to become an innovator in satellite television and Christian television programming and production. LOVEWORLDSAT was first Christian television station that broadcast from Africa all day long on free-to-air channels. There are LoveWorld television stations on cable and satellite networks around the world.
Christ Embassy has strong presence in Pastor Chris's home country of Nigeria, South Africa and Canada. Two Healing Schools are situated in South Africa and Canada. There Pastor Chris hosts special sessions throughout the year that allow miraculous healing to occur.
Music and Gospel Music are an important part of the worship. Pastor Chris invites Christ Embassy Churches have a choir that is supervised and trained by the Loveworld Music and Arts Ministry. A lot of the singers have successful solo careers.
The Future African Leaders Foundation is an organization that is continuing the inspiring work of Pastor Chris. It's aimed at developing and recognizing young leaders, and preparing them to be successful in the coming years. Pastor Chris invests today in youth so that they can become the leaders of the future.
Pastor Chris: The Teacher
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is the host of international events and conferences which bring together hundreds of Christians from all corners of the world. Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is one of the most popular and well-known pastors in Nigeria and around the world. His teachings will inspire and move people for a long time to come.
Pastor Chris is also a prolific writer and author who has written hundreds of devotionals and books. The Rhapsody of Realities is his most well-known publication. It's a daily devotional study guide that offers inspirational insight into the Word of God. Rhapsody of Realities can be read in various languages and is distributed to millions of people around the world.
In addition to his books and sermons, a number of his sermons, prayers and thoughtful reflections can be accessed online through the Pastor Chris Digital Library, an online repository with access to thousands of hours of video and audio recordings in several different languages.
Pastor Chris has also built up a large social media following on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, as well as his own ministry's social media platform, KingsChat. KingsChat lets LoveWorld believers to connect on a a deeper spiritual level. They can connect with and share their experiences with one another in a secure and safe space.
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 to assist the poorest people and communities in some the most impoverished regions and nations of the globe.
In addition to preaching the Gospel message, the Man Of God has also set up a variety of non-profit organizations that provide essential services and hope to those who are the least vulnerable and marginalized people. COFI has five partners who are committed to improving the living conditions in some the most neglected areas.
Under the auspices of COFI are COFI's InnerCity Mission (ICM) for Children, the Volunteer Medical Corps (VMC), Trauma Care International Foundation (TCIF), Future Africa Leaders Foundation (FALF), and the Bible For All Mission. Each of these groups strives to improve the lives and health of the most vulnerable.
The charity also provides assistance for children in need. Pastor Chris believes in empowering communities through COFI and The InnerCity Mission. He encourages responsible governance, good governance leadership and sustainable development across Africa, as well as other parts of the world, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. It's easy to allow Pastor Chris to become an ambassador for Christ with such a varied and successful ministry.