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CAN Orders Churches To Obey Govt Directives On New Year Crossover Services

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Amid disagreement between the governments and churches over New Year crossover services, the Christian leadership in Nigeria has directed worship centres to respect authorities’ directives.

President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev Samson Ayokunle, gave the order in a statement sent to Newsjaunts Tuesday evening.

He appealed to churches to strictly adhere to COVID-19 protocols and guidelines issued by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), federal and state governments.

Ayokunle said CAN understands the unfortunate state the coronavirus pandemic has put everybody worldwide.

“This caused some state governments to place a total ban on crossover night service and we are not happy that we would not be able to enter into the New Year prayerfully in joint fellowship with our brothers and sisters.

“We, however, urge you all to abide by the directives of each state government on this so as to prevent the spread of the infection.

“There is no sacrifice that is too much in order to put an end to the pandemic once and for all. One thing that is certain is that the end of COVID-19 is here at last in the mighty Name of Jesus Christ.”

CAN advised that in states where the government has placed an embargo on the crossover services, churches may meet earlier to praise God for the gift of life despite the global crisis and place their requests for 2021.

Ayokunle added that in such states, services should end by 11:00pm at most to enable worshippers to return home on time.

“It is a passing phase and this too shall pass away in Jesus Name. Very soon, the pandemic will become history and we will return to our usual routine services in Jesus Name.”

He advised state governments to continuously relate with CAN leadership in their states for understanding and support of their directives.

“We are partners in progress and development of the country. We also call on local government authorities to enforce the COVID-19 protocols in our markets and in the transport sector”, his statement added.

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How Christians can stay connected to their faith during this Lenten period

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It’s that time of year again, when Christians come together in fasting and prayer. Whether observing the traditional Lent or entering a focused period of reflection, it’s a chance to connect more deeply with God, and for many, this season even sets the tone for the year ahead.

Of course, staying focused isn’t always easy. Life has a way of throwing distractions your way, a nosy neighbour, a bus driver who refuses to give you your change, or that colleague testing your patience. Keeping your peace takes intention, and turning off the noise and staying on course requires an act of devotion.

Fasting is meant to create a quiet space in your life, but if that space isn’t filled with something meaningful, old habits can creep back in. Sustaining that focus requires reinforcement beyond physical gatherings, and one way to do so is to tune in to faith-based programming to remain spiritually aligned throughout the period and beyond. 

On GOtv, Christian channels such as Dove TV channel 113, Faith TV and Trace Gospel provide sermons, worship experiences and teachings that echo what is being practised in churches across the country.

From intentional conversations on Faith TV on GOtv channel 110 to true worship on Trace Gospel on channel 47, these channels provide nurturing content rooted in biblical teaching, worship, and life application. Viewers are met with inspiring sermons, reflections on scripture, and worship sessions that help form a rhythm of devotion. During fasting periods, this kind of consistent spiritual input becomes a source of encouragement, helping believers stay anchored in prayer and mindful of God’s presence throughout their daily routines.

To catch all these channels and more, simply subscribe, upgrade, or reconnect by downloading the MyGOtv App or dialling *288#. You can also stream anytime with the GOtv Stream App.

Plus, with the We Got You offer, available until 28th February 2026, subscribers automatically upgrade to the next package at no extra cost, giving you access to more channels this season.

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MFM: THE LIVES CHANGING GLOBAL ANNUAL WATER OF FIRE IS HERE!!!

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THE ANNUAL WATER OF FIRE that hold at the July edition of the MOUNTAIN OF FIRE AND MIRACLES

MINISTRIES monthly program POWER MUST CHANGE HANDS IS HERE ,

This global annual program of
the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, is slated to hold on the 5TH OF JULY 2025 at the prayer city kilometer 12 Lagos Ibadan Express Way Nigeria.

This event has transformed lives and brought forth undiluted miracles through the wonder working power of God, this is a program that is widely attended by the highs and lows of nations worldwide as Dr.DK Olukoya the General Overseer of The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries never fails to
release dynamic prayers that touches the very deep of problems beyond human comprehension.

The WATER OF FIRE program is usually held in the month of July every year to God be the glory don’t miss it

You are advised to be there with three bottles of water. Come early so you can get a seat JESUS IS
WAITING FOR YOU

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Church Succession Isn’t Automatic, Says Pastor at 11th CASON Confab

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Pastor Seyi Oladimeji, Dr. Kunle Hamilton and Pastor Nkechi Ene

Senior Pastor of The Carpenter’s House, Port Harcourt, Mrs. Nkechi Ene has said that when it comes to picking the successor of a church founder or head pastor, it is not a filial matter. “A son is not automatically spiritual or called by God to lead a church, simply because his father is the founder or head pastor” she emphasized.She was speaking at the 11th annual conference of the Church Administrators Society of Nigeria (CASON) held at Pistis Hub, Maryland, Lagos which addressed challenges that churches face in terms of governance and succession planning, in a spirited effort to get church leaders ready to comply with the agitation of government for legal and moral accountability, otherwise risk the penalties of non-compliance.According to Ene, “There are at least five parameters that must be considered when choosing a successor.

CASON 2: Seyi Oladimeji, Nkechi Ene; Funke Amobi; STV Adegbite, Hakeem Ogunniran; and Steve Akoni

One, the call of God should take pre-eminence over the expectation of the congregation. It should also take pre-eminence over family and filial relationship, over seniority in church or family hierarchy, over individual skills – for the Lord still confounds the wise with simple things and people. Number five, the call of God should take pre-eminence over gender. We all must understand that it is not a luxury to be called of Go

Pastor Seyi Oladimeji, Dr. Kunle Hamilton, Pastor Nkechi Ene and Barr. Tomi Vincent

Pastor Ene who was interviewed on stage by the President of CASON, Pastor Seyi Oladimeji, spoke from experience as successor to the late founder of The Carpenter’s Church, Pastor Charles Omofomah.Other guest speakers at the conference were the CEO, Eximia Realty Company, Dr. Hakeem Ogunniran and Senior Lecturer, Lagos Business School, Dr. Nkem Iheanachor, on Church Governance; and the Deputy Head of Operations, StanbicIBTC Bank, Mrs. Funke Amobi on Succession Planning.The Chairman, Lagos Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Bishop (Dr) STV Adegbite, and the Director, Babcock University Centre for Executive Development, Dr. Ayodeji Ajibade also gave goodwill speeches at the conference. CASON-certified Church Administrators came in from different parts of Nigeria to attend the conference.

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