St Philip’s Anglican Communion, Men’s Fellowship Ministering

By Bridget Ikyado

The Most Revd. Henry Ndukuba, Bishop of Abuja Diocese and Primate of All Nigeria, has urged fathers to lead and discharge spiritual responsibility at home in order to grow their families in the path of God.

In a message on Sunday in Abuja,to mark the 2023 Father’s Day Celebration with the theme “Transformed Fathers: Transformed Homes,” the primate urged fathers to live exemplary lives for the wife and children to emulate.

He said some fathers had relegated the responsibility of ensuring the spiritual well being of their family to the mothers, contrary to the teachings of the Bible.

He said it was the responsibility of fathers to transmit the word of God to their families.

“That is what the Bible says and expects from fathers.

“We have prayerfully chosen the theme for this year’s fathers day; this theme emphasises the connection between a person’s inner most transformation of their external environment, specifically their homes.

“The idea is that when a person experiences positive change within themselves, such as a change in attitude, behaviour, or perspective, it can lead to a corresponding change in their home environment.

” This can manifest in many ways, such as increased cleanliness, organisation and harmony within the homes,” he said.

Also the Vicar, St Phillip’s Anglican Church,Gwarinpa, Ven. Princewill Ireoba, advised men to be active and proactive in all endeavours.

He said their actions would go a long way positively or negatively in the family, society and nation at large.

“Live examplary lives, so we can build a positive nation.”

He said the church had already started preparing the youth to be responsible men in future.

“We have to catch them young, we have activities lined up for them to follow, with guidelines,” he said.

The Chairman, Men’s Fellowship of the Church, Sir Macjohn Nwaobiala, said the topic was apt and would go a long way to save homes for destructions.

He urged men to be cautious of their actions as the children were quick to pick up such characters exhibited.

“If a man acts right it goes a long way, and if he acts wrongly, it still goes and long way and may cause more problems ahead,” he said.

He said the men had x-rayed the topic and advised fathers to act right for a transformed society.

In a sermon, Rev. Gibson Udem called on Christian fathers to always be worthy of emulation in all their actions to ensure a better society and to pray always.

While expressing concern over the attitude of some fathers who were fast deviating from fatherly roles, the cleric admonished Christian fathers to always show love and provide for their families.

The cleric called on fathers to shun every form of violence against women and stressed the need for them to bring up their children in the fear of God, to enable them to become responsible citizens of the country (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Idris Abdulrahman

Men Fellowship of Methodist Cathedral of Unity Ministering

by Bridget Ikyado

The Archbishop of Methodist Cathedral of Unity, Abuja, Most Rev. Michael Akinwale, has called on Christian fathers to be worthy role models to their families and society.

The Archbishop made the call on Sunday in a sermon to mark this year’s Father’s Day in Abuja.

He admonished fathers not to deviate from their roles, especially in guiding family members, providing for them and sharing love.

“Men are the head of each family, and their roles determine what a family, society or nation will look like.

” I urge fathers to be responsible to their divine duties, which is to train their children in the way of the Lord.

“Live exemplary life’s worthy of emulation and having positive influence on the children”, he said.

Akinwale also advised fathers to be priests of their homes and raise holy ayers to pray for the family.

“Display good Christian character that will inspired the family.

“Once a family is good, issues of banditry, kidnapping, rape and insecurity will be eliminated.

” I wish all men will live to their expectations “, he added.

In his speech, Elder Kola Oyelami, the Cathedral’s Men President urged fathers to have the fear of God in all they do.

“The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom,” he said, adding that they should also strive raise their families in the way of God.

In a message from the Methodist, National President of the Men’s Fellowship, Sir Kahinde Oladeji, advised Christians to let love lead, adding that with love all things are possible.

He advised Christinas to always pray and support rhe church and it’s leadership.

The National President urged the church to pray for the new administration for a better nation.

He also admonished men to wake up from their slumber and reawaken their spiritual life and leadership. (NAN)
BTT/ MZA

By Vivian Emoni

The Redeemed Christian Church of God, FCT Province 17, has offered free medical support to residents of Jeje, Karshi in the FCT.

The Wife of the Provincial Pastor in Charge of the province, Pst. Mercy Adeyanju, at an outreach programme organised by the province, said the essence of the programme was to encourage the residents.

Adeyanju said that the aim of the programme was to put smile on the faces of the people and let them know that they were not left alone.

According to her, our reason for this outreach is to let them feel also belonging, that Jesus Christ loves them and care for them.

“They should know that Christ is everywhere and is concerned about their welfare; we have come with our medical team to give them free tests, drugs and provide some wears to them.

“The essence is to put a smile on their faces and to know that we also love and care for them.

Adeyanju said that the women from the province organised the programme to sensitise the people to the provincial sisters convention scheduled for June 16 to 18.

She advised the residents to serve God in truth and in strong faith, adding that Jesus Christ was the only way, truth and life.

Adeyanju, while delivery a message to the residents, tagged “God Loves You” in the scripture, John 3:16, encouraged the people to love and emulate Jesus Christ.

Pst. Bekky Olorunnishola, Wife of Assistant Pastor In Charge of the province, said the programme would support and strengthen the faith of the residents.

Olorunnishola, also a leader of Christian Social Responsibility, said the programme was part of avenue to preach the word of God to the community.

“We have come to spread the word of God to the people of Jeje, the essence of the outreach is to support and encourage the people.

“We want to let them know that God cares for them. We want to let them know that sound health is life.

” They should learn how to take good care of their health, both spiritually, medically, physically and otherwise. We are to build a stronger community in Christ and the nation at large,” she said.

Mrs Halima Bawa, member of the medical team and a minister in the province, said that the essence of the programme was to ensure that health of the people was in order.

Bawa said that the Church was providing free drugs and tests such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B, blood pressure, among others.

She advised the residents to always take good care of their health, visit hospital and ensure they followed instructions given by medical experts.

The Pastor In Charge of the Parish, David Kaura, visited Fountain of Joy and expressed gratitude to God.
Kaura, however, called on Nigerians and government to provide access to water, electricity and other social amenities to the community.

A 98-year old mother in the community, Mrs Maryam Gona, thanked the RCCG for providing free medical treatment and the messages they offered to encourage their faith.

“The church is wonderful, the medical team has given me some drugs, tested me and even encouraged me to continue serving God, it’s a good thing seeing them around us.

“May God Almighty bless them all and continue to provide for them in all their efforts,” she said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Idris Abdulrahman