Pastor of the faith, a heaver of faith, TV host and author Chris Oyakhilome. As well as his followers, Pastor Chris is the leader of the organization, founder and president of LoveWorld Incorporated. His unique way of telling the Word of God has inspired millions across 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, surrounded by loving and devoted parents. He is the son of the elder of Elder T.E Oyakhilome. Angelina, one of the early pioneers of the Assemblies of God Church in Benin City, as well as the matriarch of Oyakhilome's Oyakhilome clan, who instilled her divine grace on her son very early.
The LoveWorld ministry includes the entire family. Reverend Ken is Ken's brother , and a is a member of the Christ Embassy Central Executive Council. KattyWorghiren (KattyWorghiren) is director of the LoveWorld Music and Arts Ministry. This organization is home to many gospel artists who are top-selling globally.
Pastor Chris has two daughters: Carissa Sharon and Charlene. Carissa Sharon is following to follow the route of her father in sharing the Word of God to the world. Also known as CSO she is a Grammy-winning gospel artist and is a part of LoveWorld Music and Arts.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome began his education at Edo College. Then he was granted a scholarship to go to Bendel State University, now Ambrose Ali University. There he earned a BSc. in Architecture as well as an honorary Doctor of Science. He also holds an honorary doctorate in divinity awarded by the Benson Idahosa University. Ambrose Ali University was the location where he was able to feel God called him to become a minister to the Lord.
Pastor Chris: A Mentor
The Man of God was a student at university started what would become one the most influential church in the world. A small prayer group called Youth for Christ’ was established. It would develop into one of the most admired groups on campus. LoveWorld Incorporated would follow millions with the founding of Christ Embassy and LoveWorld Incorporated.
Pastor Chris was the leader of the LoveWorld ministry to become a pioneer in satellite TV and Christian production of television. LoveWorldSAT was the first Christian television station broadcast out of Africa to the the world 24/7 nonstop on free-to-air networks. There are LoveWorld television stations on satellite and cable networks around the world.
Christ Embassy has a strong presence in Pastor Chris's home country of Nigeria, South Africa, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. The ministry also runs two Healing Schools located in South Africa, Canada and the United States. Pastor Chris runs sessions throughout the year, where miracles are possible.
Music and Gospel Music are an important aspect of the worship. Pastor Chris is adamant Christ Embassy Churches that a choir be trained through Loveworld Music and Arts Ministry. A lot of these singing talents will go on to have success as solo artists under the guidance of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome.
The Future African Leaders Foundation, (FALF), is an organization that seeks to continue the work of Pastor Chris. It aims at identifying and developing young, talented leaders and preparing them to lead for the future with confidence by recognizing and assisting them in their amazing achievements. Pastor Chris is investing in the young people of today to help them become the leaders of tomorrow.
Pastor Chris: The Teacher
International events and conferences are hosted by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome which brings together thousands of people around the globe. As one of the most recognizable and influential pastors across all of Nigeria and around the world the teachings of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome will continue to influence and inspire souls for a long time to come.
Pastor Chris is also a prolific writer, an author, and has written numerous devotionals. His most well-known work is Rhapsody of Realities. It's a daily devotional for prayers that gives his inspirational insights into the mighty Word of God. Rhapsody of Realities is available in thousands of languages worldwide and has been given to millions of people.
You can access many of Pastor Chris's sermons, prayers and thoughtful reflections online through the pastor Chris Digital Library. It is a repository that offers access to thousands of hours of audio and video recordings in several languages.
Pastor Chris has also developed an impressive social media presence through FB. Twitter. YouTube. As well as his ministry's Facebook page, KingsChat. KingsChat brings together the digital community of LoveWorld believers allowing them to follow, share, and connect with each other in a deeper spiritual way in a secure environment.
Pastor Chris: The Philanthropist
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, a passionate patron of charity, established the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation Inter (COFI) as an independent, non-profit charity that is aiming to aid communities in need and people in the poorest parts of the world.
Apart from preaching the Gospel message the Man Of God has also established a number of NGOs that are tasked with providing essential services and hope to the most vulnerable and neglected people. COFI has five partners who have a common goal of raising living standards in some of the most underdeveloped areas.
COFI's umbrella covers the InnerCity Mission ICM (ICM) as well as 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 strives to enhance the health, lives, and spirits of those most in need.
His charitable organization also provides financial support for children in need. Pastor Chris believes in building strong communities by promoting responsible governance and accountability in leadership. As per the Sustainable Development Goals, Pastor Chris is also an advocate for sustainable development in Africa and other fragile regions of Africa through COFI. As an ambassador for Christ and with an extensive and effective ministry, it's not difficult to understand how Pastor Chris's message has reached so many souls.