Pastor of faith, faith healer author, and television host, Chris Oyakhilome is known to his followers as Pastor Chris, is the president and founder of LoveWorld Incorporated, also called Christ Embassy, which is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. His unique method of sharing the Word of God has inspired millions across the world.
Pastor Chris"The" Man
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, born on the 7th of December th, 1963 in Edo State, Nigeria, grew up in a family of faith, supported by his loving and dedicated parents. He is the eldest child of elder T.E Oyakhilome and Angelina Oyakhilome. She was a founder of the Assemblies Of God Church in Benin City and a matriarch of the Oyakhilome families. She handed down her divine grace on her son at an early age.
The LoveWorld ministry encompasses the entire family. Reverend Ken is Ken's older brother and is a member of the Christ Embassy Central Executive Council. KattyWorghiren (KattyWorghiren) is director at the LoveWorld Music and Arts Ministry. This organization has many gospel artists who are top-selling across the world.
Pastor Chris has two children, Carissa Sharon and Charlene. Carissa Sharon has chosen the way of her father, spreading the gospel 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 studies at Edo College. Then he was awarded a scholarship that allowed him to pursue studies at Bendel State University, now Ambrose Ali University. There was he obtained a BSc. in Architecture, as well as an honorary Doctor of Science. He also holds an honorary doctorate of divinity from Benson Idahosa University. Ambrose Ali University was where he found his calling to serve the Lord and become a minister.
Chris: The Pastor Chris: The Mentor
When he was still at university, The Man of God created what would become one of the biggest churches in the world. He started an informal prayer group called "Youth for Christ" which would later become the most well-known organisation of its type on campus. It was also the foundation for the future Christ Embassy and LoveWorld Incorporated with millions of followers around the globe.
The LoveWorld ministry was launched under Pastor Chris. It is a leader in satellite television, Christian TV production and programming. LoveWorldSAT was the first Christian television station broadcast from Africa to the rest of the world, 24/7, all the time on free-to-air channels. Today, there are LoveWorld television stations that are available on satellite and cable networks throughout the globe.
Christ Embassy has strong presence in Pastor Chris's homeland of Nigeria, South Africa and Canada. 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 are possible.
Music and Gospel Music play an integral element of worship. Pastor Chris invites Christ Embassy Churches have a choir that is trained and overseen by the Loveworld Music and Arts Ministry. A lot of the performers have had successful solo career.
The Future African Leaders Foundation(FALF) is an organization that focuses on the continuing inspirational work of Pastor Chris. Its purpose is to recognize and encourage the remarkable accomplishments of talented, young leaders. Pastor Chris is investing in today's youth so that they can be tomorrow's leaders.
Pastor Chris The Teacher
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome hosts international events and conferences which bring together thousands of Christians from all over the world. He is one of the most well-known and influential pastors in all of Nigeria and across the globe 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 and author who has written hundreds of devotionals and books. The most well-known of his publications is Rhapsody of Realities. It is an everyday devotional guide to prayer that provides his inspiring insights into the powerful Word of God. Rhapsody of Realities was translated into a variety of languages and then distributed to millions of people around the world.
A large portion of Pastor Chris's books are available on the internet through the Pastor Chris Digital Library. The library provides access to hundreds of thousands of hours of audio and video recordings in a variety of languages.
Pastor Chris has also created an extensive social media following on FB. Twitter. YouTube. In addition, his ministry's Facebook page KingsChat. KingsChat is a virtual community that is comprised of LoveWorld believers which allows them to connect, share, and follow each other on a deeper spiritual level within a safe environment.
Pastor Chris: The Philanthropist
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is a committed and generous philanthropist. He founded the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation (COFI) an independent, non-profit foundation with the goal of helping the most disadvantaged people and communities in some the most deprived regions and countries across the globe.
As well as preaching the Gospel as well as preaching the Gospel, as well as preaching the Gospel, Man of God has established NGOs with goals of providing essential assistance and hope to vulnerable, needy, and forgotten souls. The five COFI partners have a common objective: to improve living standards and enhance the quality of life in the most disadvantaged regions.
The InnerCity Mission for Children The InnerCity Mission for Children, the Volunteer Medical Corps(VMC), Traga Care International Foundation [TCIFThe Traga Care International Foundation [TCIF Future Africa Leaders Foundation (FALF), and Bible For All Mission are all under the COFI umbrella. Each of these groups works to improve the lives, health, and spirits of those most in need.
The charity also provides assistance for children who are in need. Pastor Chris believes that solid communities are backed by COFI and The InnerCity Mission. This promotes accountability leadership and good governance. It also supports sustainable development in Africa as well as other regions of the world, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. In his role as an ambassador for Christ and having such a diverse and successful ministry, it's not difficult understand how Pastor Chris's message has been heard by so many people.