Christ Embassy
| Christ Embassy | |
|---|---|
| Classification | Evangelicalism |
| Theology | Neo-charismatic movement |
| Founder | Chris Oyakhilome |
| Origin | 1990 Lagos,  Nigeria |
| Official website | christembassy.org |
Christ Embassy also known as Believers' LoveWorld Incorporated, is a megachurch and a Christian denomination founded by pastor Chris Oyakhilome in 1990. The Church has since become a global network of churches with congregations in many countries, with millions of members. The headquarters of Lagos has over 40 000 members. The ministry was founded in Pastor Chris' university. There are several major programs with thousands to millions of people in attendance.
History
Chris Oyakhilome began by leading a prayer group at the University of Edo State, while studying architecture. [1] The church's foundation dates back to 1990 in Lagos. The denomination has churches in many countries. It counts 1 million members. The headquarters of Lagos has 40 000 members. [2]
LoveWorld SAT
In 2003, Christ Embassy runs three TV channels including LoveWorld TV, LoveWorld SAT and LoveWorld Plus which are the first 24-Hour Christian channels in Africa. [3]
Loveworld Publications
The publishing house Loveworld Publications, affiliated to the network of churches, published his first book in 1995, "Recreating Your World" [4] Loveworld Publications has published all the books of Chris Oyakhilome, publisher including "Rhapsody of Realities", a monthly prayer, written with his wife. Each month, more than 2 million copies sold.[5]
References
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- ↑ Laurent Fourchard, André Mary, René Otayek, "Entreprises religieuses transnationales en Afrique de l'Ouest", Karthala Editions, France, 2005, page 470
- ↑ Paulinus Okodugha, theinfong.com, Revealed: Seven secrets of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, Nigeria, September 3, 2014
- ↑ Ogbu Kalu, "African Pentecostalism: An Introduction", Oxford University Press, United Kingdom, 2008, page 118
- ↑ articles.onlinenigeria.com, Popular Nigerian Pastors - Christian Oyakhilome, Nigeria, May 2, 2013
- ↑ Mfonobong Nsehe, forbes.com, The Five Richest Pastors In Nigeria, USA, June 7, 2011
