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 1 million members. The headquarters of Lagos has 40 000 members.
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
- ^ 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