As 2024 ends and 2025 begins, may the strength of God sustain you; may the power of God preserve you; may the hands of God protect you; may the way of God direct you; and may the love of God go with you forever. In Jesus’ name!
Happy New Year
The Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP
As the Holy Spirit rests upon you, may shame and disgrace be far from you (cf Isaiah 61:1,7), in Jesus Christ’s name!
December is blessed for you. Happy New Month +
May the Lord show you His ways and teach you His paths (Psalm 25:4), whenever you’re on a crossroad (Exodus 3:2). In Jesus Christ’s name.
Happy and blessed new to you and your family!
Rt Rev’d Christian Esezi Ide, JP
It was another glorious and joyful day yesterday, during the Diocesan Board meeting held at the St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ogunu, Warri, as his lordship, the Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP, the lord Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Warri graciously pronounced the preferrement of 14 clergymen as Archdeacons and Canons.
These are:
1. Canon Amos Uwadiae
2. Canon Dr Benson Iyomih
3. Canon O.S Ojukoko,
4. Canon Longinus Agim,
5. Canon Solomon Ighoaroro
6. Canon Benson Ejedegba,
7. Canon Peters Agamugoro, PhD.
CANONS:
1. Rev’d Iyetan W Idjereki,
2. Rev’d Faith K Aghe PhD,
3. Rev’d Joseph G. O Imudje PhD,
4. Rev’d G.O Biowa,
5. Rev’d Christopher Ofunaba,
6. Rev’d Toritseju Oburo
7. Rev’d Joseph J. Arawore PhD.
May God bless their ministries in Jesus name.
The ultimate measure of true leadership is not to maintain followers but to produce leaders.
Over six decades ago, at about 3 am. on Monday morning, precisely September 21, 1959, a church leader was born into the family of Jude Ofodidun Ide. He was thus christened, Christian Esezi Ide.
Today, we felicitate with an accomplished leader,a rare gem, and an unblemished symbol of humility and piety.
My lord, your robust contributions to the development of the Anglican Diocese of Warri are fascinating; Your impeccable attention to details in every matter before you is alluring; your unquantifiable services to the Church of Nigeria and Anglican Diocese of warri are well noted in the historiography of the church.
Today, we celebrate a man of vision, mission, reliable, prudent, dependable, and faithful to constituted authorities, a pastor of pastors; a listening Bishop to both young and old; your participatory leadership style has led to the abundant discovery of hidden talents among Clergy and lay people alike in the Diocese, indeed, you see people as people, knowing fully well that human value is not measured in materials terms. A bishop who is fully committed to the overall welfare and well-being of both his clergy and parishioners, our lord Bishop, on this your special day, may the very joy of the Lord follow you and your household now and always in Jesus Mighty Name.
Happy birthday!
Dearly beloved, receive grace to respond with prayer and worship whenever you are faced with adversity, and may deliverance follow (see Acts 16:25-40). In Jesus Christ’s name.
Welcome to September of your blessings, in Jesus name! +
His lordship, the Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP, the lord Bishop of the Diocese of Warri at the Appointment Board meeting today announced the transfer of some clergymen across the Diocese.
These includes the following:
1. Ven. Paradise Onoriose from St. Matthew’s Church, Okpara Waterside to St. Matthias’ Church, EKU as Archdeacon/Vicar.
2. Ven. Oghenerume Ophikale posted to Christ the King Church, Egbokodo as Vicar.
3. Ven. Lawrence Odechemu from Christ the King Church, Egbokodo to St. Matthew’s Church, Okpara Waterside as Archdeacon/Vicar.
4. Rev. Canon Dr Cajethan Otti from St. James’ Church, Uti Road, Effurun to St. Paul’s Church, Edjeba as Vicar.
5. Rev. Canon Innocent Ereridjere from St. Paul’s Church, Edjeba to the Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, Okere-Warri as Canon Residential.
6. Rev. Barr. Peter Odie from St. Stephen’s Church, Off Jakpa Road to St. James’ Church, Uti Road, Effurun as Vicar.
7. Rev. Elijah Odjugo from St. Luke’s Church, Ifiekporo to St. Paul’s Church, Umeghe-Abraka as a Curate.
8 Rev. Daniel Etaoghene from Christ Church, Effurun proceeds on Sick Leave.
9. Rev. Dr. Wisdom Akpoviri from Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, Okere-Warri to Church of the Ascension, Warri as Vicar.
10. Rev. Michael Akakasi from St. Paul’s Church, Umeghe-Abraka to Ezekiel College of Theology, Ekpoma as a Lecturer.
11. Rev. Jonah Ejowoh from The Good Shepherd Church, Igbudu to Church of the Redeemer, Warri as a Curate.
12. Rev. Young Iyomih from St. Peter’s Church, Igbudu to Christ Church, Effurun as a Curate
13. Rev. Ubiomo Ezimeruwe from the Church of the Redeemer, Warri to the Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, Okere-Warri as the Bishop’s Chaplain
14.The Revd Bernard A. Omoko from St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Igbudu Warri to St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ugbomro as Assistant Priest ( N/S)
N.B. The Ven. (Engr) Dennis Nnamani is appointed as Supervising Archdeacon of Warri South East. Note that he remains the Vicar of All Saints’ Church, Airport Road.
The posting takes effect from Sunday, September 1, 2024.
We wish them all a successful ministry in their new stations.
Let us rejoice and celebrate, today is our father and Bishop’s Enthronement Anniversary!
A word of prayer for our Diocesan, the Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP
There are moments when each one of us becomes confused like Thomas (cf John 14:5).
May the Lord help you at such times to hold on to Jesus who is The Way (John 14:6), in Jesus Christ’s name!
Happy New Month!
Bishop C. E Ide, JP
Our life may be the only version of Jesus that someone sees(Galatians 5:13b).
May the Holy Spirit continue to work in and through you; and bear fruit in you that reveals God’s love and goodness to others in Jesus Christ’s name. Happy New Month. Bishop Ide
St Luke’s Church was agog as the third Session of the Fourteenth Synod kicked off with the Diocesan Board meeting, presided over by the Diocesan and President of Synod, His lordship, the Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP. In attendance were our beloved mother in Israel, Mrs Patience O. E. Ide, the Chancellor, Justice Z Smith and the legal team, Diocesan Officials, Clergy and Laity.
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Overcoming requires complete dependence on God’s directions, for a purposeful living, for fulfilment and strength – Bp Ide
Synod theme
His lordship announced that the theme and text for the Synod is *Overcoming: The birthright of Christians (1 John 5:5).
This shall be fully explored in the sermons, bible studies and in the the Bishop’s Charge.
Highlights
Highlights of the Board included the presentation of various reports, which were duly discussed.
His lordship called for prayers about the Igbudu land, which is still in court.
Decision was taken on how to sponsor more of our youths to the Joshua Generation International Youth Conference, as its impact have been tremendous.
His lordship also announced his daughter’s wedding coming up June 1, 2024,
To round off the events of the day, the lord Bishop announced it was the Chancellor’s birthday, today. He led the board to sing for him. A cake was presented in his honour with refreshments distributed to all. After which the Ven. Friday Ejemrae, was asked to pray for him.
When we walk through a season of uncertainty in life and God seems silent, we need to remind ourselves that God has good plans for us (Jeremiah 29:11).
It’s my prayer that whenever you feel blinded by fear and uncertainty, may you remember God’s promises over your life, and may testimonies follow. In Jesus’ name. Happy New Month. +Bp
When people look for evidence of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in your life, may they find it (cf 2 Cor. 3:2), in Jesus Christ’s name. Happy New Month +
As you lift up your soul unto the LORD, may you triumph over your enemies (Psalm 25:1-2); and may they lose their self confidence (Nehemiah 6:16) as the LORD grants you success in your life’s endeavours. In Jesus Christ’s name.
Happy New Year. +
People of God, this time six years ago, our ever faithful God removed sorrow from us all by preserving the life of our father, the Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP in a ghastly motor accident on his way from a national assignment.
We must count this blessing and return every glory to the King of kings.
Drop your words of thanksgiving section to appreciate the great I Am that I Am
It’s my prayer that whatever challenging situations you may currently be facing, may the Lord help you to lean on Him so as to bounce back (Acts 14:19-20). In Jesus Christ’s name! +Bsp
…Elects new Clerical Synod Secretary
… Passes resolution to open her own MFB
On the 18th day of November 2023 will go down the history books as a memorable day for Diocese of Warri as she held a one-day synod, at St. James’ church, Oviorie Ovu.
The synod started with a Holy Eucharist service at 10am, with the Diocesan and President of Synod, His lordship, the Rt Rev’d. Christian Esezi Ide, JP, presiding. His lordship also delivered the sermon.
Theme: The Upward Way
Text: Genesis 28:12ff
He emphasized the need for the Diocese to move forward. He charged Synod delegates to resolve to be led by the Holy Spirit in the various areas we need to decide on today as the Diocese has no other option than to move to the next level.
“After the Eucharistic service, the plenary section immediately followed with the President of Synod presiding.”
The President of Synod informed the house of the need to gather for a day synod which is a practice in the Church of Nigeria, when there is an urgent issue that only synod can resolve.
Firstly, was the vacant office of the synod clerical secretary – this need arose due to the fact that the former synod clerical secretary in person of Ven. Dr Robinson Orido, has relocated to the United Kingdom with his family.
Secondly, the future of the Diocese in respect of having a sustainable investment that will benefit her.
His lordship also informed Synod that in line with the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) directive, all Dioceses are to be identified with the words ‘Diocese of’ preceding its name. As such, a resolution is needed to register the Diocese with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) as the “Diocese of Warri” (Anglican Communion). Following a voice vote, Synod unanimously voted in support of the ratification.
The President of synod, made it known to synod that synod cannot continue, without the synod clerical secretary, who also is a principal signatory and an incorporated trustee of the Diocese. An election was conducted and the Rev’d Canon Peters Agamugoro, Ph.D was elected the new synod clerical secretary.
The next concern, focusing on the Diocese’s future and its pursuit of a sustainable investment for the benefit of the Diocese, involved a proposal to establish a Microfinance Bank. Numerous discussions and informative sessions were conducted on this matter. After an extensive deliberation, both the houses of clergy and laity unanimously agreed to proceed with establishing the Microfinance Bank.
The proposed name for the bank is ‘Divine Stairway Microfinance Bank, as given by the Diocesan and President of Synod. The Bishop charged the committee to proceed with the preparations and set out the modalities for the bank to swiftly takeoff.
May the Lord give you godly wisdom that will bear fruit in the lives of others (1 Kings 3:28) in Jesus Christ’s name! Enjoy fruitfulness in August. Happy New Month
Bishop
Every temptation we face is often laced with a lie to deceive us that God is not good, not trustworthy, and does not have our best interests at heart (cf Matthew 4:6:11).
May God help you to identify the lie behind any temptations you face, so that you may emerge victorious from them. In Jesus Christ’s name!
Happy New Month +
Today, his lordship, the Rt Rev’d C E Ide, JP, our lord Bishop, transferred 10 clergymen and one proceeding on retirement leave, at the Appointment board meeting of the Diocese.
Those affected are:
1. Ven. I. D. Umukoro – proceeding on retirement leave from Ugborikoko Archdeaconry.
2. Ven. Paradise Onoriose – Agbon Archdeaconry
3. Ven. Isaac Itomu – Ugborikoko Archdeaconry
4. Ven. Sunday Ikpesa – Abraka Archdeaconry
5. Ven. Reuben Obegor – Agbon West Archdeaconry
6. Ven. Endurance Otobrise – Effurun East Archdeaconry
7. Ven. Terry Olokor – Warri Central Archdeaconry
8. Canon Stephen Ojukoko – Administrative Secretary
9. Revd Faith Aghe – Priest – St. Peter’s, Igbudu
10. Revd Amos Ekpere – Cathedral/Manager, Printing Press
11. Revd Godfrey Ohwobeno – Annunciation Church, Ohore II – Vicar
The Chairman of the Governing Council, Adam Igbudu Christian Institute, Emevor and the Bishop of Warri Diocese, Anglican Communion, the Rt. Rev’d Christian Esezi Ide, JP, paid a Courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt Professor Owunari Abraham Georgewill on Friday, 9th December 2022.
The solemn visit was to show appreciation to the Vice Chancellor and his management team for the good works they are doing since his assumption of office, especially on the wonderful relationship between the University and Adam Igbudu Christian Institute Emevor.
It could be recalled that earlier this year, a team of experts from the National University Commission (NUC) paid a resource verification visit to Adam Igbudu Christian Institute Emevor and subsequently made public the success of the exercise and the Commission’s approval of the affiliation of both schools.
The action of the regulatory agency on the affiliation of AICI to the UNIPORT was akin to a crown on the astounding efforts of both Institutions as attested to by the NUC officials….
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His lordship addressing the Vice Chancellor and his management team stated that, “we are not unaware of the common saying that ‘appreciation is application for an application for more’ but rather, we have come to say, in the serious of Cecilia Ahern, ‘thank you for the Yesterdays, today and the tomorrows that we await’ “. – Rt Rev C. E. Ide.
DATE OF BIRTH: 10TH MARCH 1969
NAME OF SPOUSE: OGHENEOCHUKO SUSAN OMENUWOMA
HOME DIOCESE: OLEH
HOME TOWN: OLEH
DATE BAPTIZED: 10TH APRIL, 1969
DATE CONFIRMED: 1986
LGA/ STATE OF ORIGIN: ISOKO SOUTH /DELTA STATE
HOME ADDRESS: NO. 7 ALL SAINT STREET, EFFURUN.
VISION FOR MINISTRATION: LEADING MEN TO CHRIST VIA THE TEACHING OF GOD’S WORD.
HOBBIES: READING AND TABLE TENNIS
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION(S):
1. DIPLOMA IN DATA PROCESSING (UNILAG)
2. LL.B (HONS) EKPOMA, BL (ABUJA) B.TH (HONS) EKPOMA
WORK EXPERIENCE:
1. FATHER’S UNION ANGLICAN DIOCESE OF WARRI
– FORMER PUBLIC RELATION OFFICER (PRO)
– FORMER ASSISTANT SECRETARY
– FORMER LEGAL ADVISER
2. CHRISTIAN MEN FELLOWSHIP ANGLICAN DIOCESE OF WARRI
– PUBLIC RELATION OFFICER (PRO)
– IMMEDIATE PAST SECRETARY CMF EFFURUN EAST ARCHDEACONRY
– IMMEDIATE PAST VICE CHAIRMAN CMF ALL SAINTS PARISH, PTI. EFFURUN.
3. ALL SAINTS ANGLICAN CHURCH, PTI EFFURUN
– BIBLE STUDY TEACHER
– HOME CELL SHEPHERD
– PCC SECRETARY.
4. DEPUTY DIRECTOR, MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, EFFURUN ZONAL OFFICE, DELTA STATE.
GABRIEL OKEOGHENE EVRU
DATE OF BIRTH: 9TH MAY, 1983
NAME OF SPOUSE: MRS OGHENERO FAITH OKEOGHENE EVRU
HOME DIOCESE: OLEH
HOME TOWN: EMEVOR
DATE BAPTIZED: 31ST JULY, 1983
DATE CONFIRMED: 29ST SEPTEMBER, 2002
LGA/STATE OF ORIGIN: ISOKO NORTH DELTA STATE
HOME ADDRESS: ST. MICHEAL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH EMEVOR
HOBBIES: MUSIC, SINGING, FOOTBALL, READING, PRAYING AND EVANGELISM
POSITION HEAD IN CHURCH:
1. LAYREADER – 2012-2020
2. PCC SECRETARY – 2009-2019
3. VICE – PRESIDENT – WARRI SOUTH WEST ARCHDEACONRY
4. SECRETARY (AYF) – ST. PAUL’S EDJEBA
5. PRESIDENT (AYF)UNIT – ST. PAUL’S EDJEBA
6. CHOIRMASTER/ORGANIST – ST. PAUL’S EDJEBA
7. SECRETARY (AYF) – WARRI SOUTH ARCHDEACONRY
8. EVANG. ASST. CO-COORDINATOR – WARRI SOUTH ARCHDEACONRY
9. ASSISTANT SECRETARY AAPS – ST. PAUL’S EDJEBA
VISION FOR MINISTRY – TO RECONCILE MEN TO GOD THROUGH
EVANGELISM
FRANK ESEGBUYOTA IGBEN
DATE OF BIRTH: 16TH SEPTEMBER 1979
NAME OF SPOUSE: MRS OGHALE IGBEN
HOME DIOCESE: DIOCESE OF UGHELLI
HOME TOWN: AGBARHA-OTOR
DATE BAPTIZED: 21/12/1997
DATE CONFIRMED: 17/12/2000
HOME ADDRESS: NO 5 EJIKO CLOSE, ABRAKA
VISION FOR MINISTRY: UPHOLDING THE MISSION AND VISION OF THE ANGLICAN
COMMUNION IN PROJECTING THE MINISTRY OF CHRIST.
HOBBIES: READING AND RESEARCH
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION (S): B.TH, B.SC, MBF, M.SC.
LGA/ STATE OF ORIGIN: UGHELLI NORTH/DELTA STATE.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
A. CHURCH TEACHER (AD-HOC) -2005 – 2022
B. PRESIDENT, ANGLICAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (AYF) ST PHILIP’S, ABRAKA -2001 – 2004
C. VICE PRESIDENT, AGBON ARCHDEACONRY (AYF) -2002 – 2004
D. LEADER, ANGLICAN CHILDREN MINISTRY (ACM), ST PHILIP’S, ABRAKA -1999 – 2003
E. ZONAL COORDINATOR, NIGERIA CHRISTIAN CORPERS FELLOWSHIP (NCCF) -2004 – 2005
F. ACCOUNTANT, DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY, ABRAKA -2007 – TILL DATE
ORD. JOHNBULL OGHENEGUEKE OKOGBE
DATE OF BIRTH: 8TH MARCH;1979
NAME OF SPOUSE: MRS THERESA EREKAHWE OKOGBE
HOME DIOCESE: UGHELLI
HOME TOWN: OTOR-OWAHWA
DATE BAPTIZED: 21ST OCTOBER; 1990
DATE CONFIRMED: 24TH SEPTEMBER; 2000.
VISION FOR MINISTRY: TO REVIVE/RESTORE THE WEAK IN THE CHURCH.
HOBBIES: TRANSLATING THE NEW TESTAMENT GREEK BIBLE, TEACHING, PRAYING AND WATCHING OF GAMES
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION(S): WAEC, NECO, B.ENG IN ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING (UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT), B.TH (EZEKIEL COLLEGE OF THEOLOGY, EKPOMA)
WORK EXPERIENCE: AYF/ACM ASST. YOUTH STAR COORDINATOR, LEADER AAPS, ASST. SECRETARY AAPS, WARRI DIOCESAN LAYREADER ASSOCIATION ASST. COORDINATOR, DIOCESAN LAYLEADER FOR 7YEARS.
ANDREW CHIEF ATEVURE
DATE OF BIRTH: 13TH MARCH, 1974.
NAME OF SPOUSE: MISAN UFUOMA IRENE ATEVURE
HOME DIOCESE: UGHELLI
HOME TOWN: EWU
DATE BAPTIZED: 14TH APRIL 1974
DATE CONFIRMED: 11TH OCTOBER 1998
LGA/ STATE OF ORIGIN: UGHELLI SOUTH/DELTA STATE
VISSION FOR MINISTRY: TO SPEAK GOD’S WORD FAITHFULLY IN ORDER TO AFFECT LIVES
HOBBIES: READING/WRITING, LISTENING TO GOSPEL MUSIC, LOVER OF PRAYER
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION (S): M.SC PEACE STUDIES AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION. ASSOCIATE INSTITUTE
OF CHARTERED MEDIATORS AND CONCILIATORS (AICMC), BACHELOR IN
THEOLOGY (B.TH), DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (DIP.TH).
WORK EXPERIENCE: : DIOCESAN AYF BIBLE STUDY COORDINATOR. DIOCESAN AYF EVANGELISM COORDINATOR, DIOCESAN AYF ASSIST PRAYER COORDINATOR. EFFURUN AYF ARCHDEACONRY PRESIDENT. UGBORIKOKO AYF ARCHDEACONRY PRESIDENT. UGBORIKOKO ARCH MEC COORDINATOR. PARISH, PEACE/JUSTICE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN. UGBORIKOKO ARCH HOME CELL COORDINATOR. DIOCESAN LAY READER. CAR COMPUTER DIAGNOSIS/ REPAIRS. CHURCH WORKER, ST MARK’S ANG CHURCH UGBOROKE TILL DATE.
The Rev Canon Joseph Jeremiah Ejiroghene Arawore, Ph.D (JP), was born into the Arawore family of Mereje in Okpe local government Area of Delta State. He attended Okorodudu Primary school, Oviri-Okpe. He was trained at Adam Igbudu Christian Centre, Emevor as Catechist between the year 2004 to 2006 under then, Rev Canon Christian Esezi Ide, now Bishop of Warri Diocese. This marked his journey into the ministerial calling. After his training as a catechist, he was posted to Okpe Archdeaconry, to serve at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Adagbrassa-Ugolo, he was the first trained catechist in 2006. He spent nine months in this church, and a priest was brought to take over from him.
He was also the first catechist of St. Thomas opuraja and St. Paul’s Iriama. Thereafter, he was transferred to St Luke’s Anglican Church, Ugolo Okpe all now in Sapele Diocese. It was while at St Luke’s Church, he gained admission into Archbishop Vining College of Theology, Akure for his training into the ordained ministry.
The Rev Canon Joseph attended Adam Igbudu Christian Centre now Adam Igbudu Christian Institute for both his catechist training and ordinary level.
Archbishop Vining College of Theology Akure, for his Theological Education.
Other institutions he attended include:
University of Ibadan, Diploma in Religious Studies,
University Of Port Harcourt,B.A Religious and Cultural Studies,
Masters of Theology, (M.Th), Crowther Graduate Theological Seminary, Abeokuta Ogun and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), in Ecclesiastical history 2022.
The Rev Canon Dr J.J.Arawore was made deacon on Sunday, July 1st, 2012, at the Cathedral Church of St. Andrew’s 22, Okere Road Warri, and Priested on Sunday, July 7th 2013, at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ogunu Warri, all by the Rt Rev Christian Esezi Ide, Bishop, Anglican Diocese of warri.
He was preferred as Canon by his lordship, the Rt Rev Christian Esezi Ide on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the Diocesan Board meeting held at St Matthew’s Anglican Church Ogunu,Warri
Stations he has served as both as catechist and priest include:
St Peter’s Church, Adagbrassa-Ugolo 2006(catechist)
St Thomas’s Opuraja and St Paul’s Iriama(2007),
St Luke’s Church, Ugolo Okpe (2008),
Cathedral Church of St Andrew’s, Warri(Curate/Bishop’s Chaplain 2012 to 2016),
All Souls Anglican Church, Warri(Vicar 2016 till date)
Canon Dr J.J.Arawore Arawore is passionately about maintaining the Anglican heritage and preaching of word of God undiluted.
He is a church historian, and his unpublished book includes:
“Historical Analysis of the growth and development of the Anglican Church in Okpe land.”
“Schism: its effect on church growth and development”
APPOINTMENT/POSITIONS HELD TILL DATE.
He is happily married to Mrs.Omamurhomu Caroline Arawore, Bsc Biology Education. Delta State University, Abraka, their unique union is blessed with five lovely children:
ErhumuOsogwe Josephine, IkuesiriOsogwe Josephus, UruemuesiriOsogwe Justina, IruoaboOsogwe Jubilee and OrhorhomuOsogwe Julie
J.J. loves reading, making God fearing friends both in the ministry and outside the ministry.
He is also a lover of sports, especially football, lawn and table tennis.
The Rev’d Christopher Omohwo Efekodo Ofunaba was born into the families of Late Mr David Efekodo Ofunaba of Imodje Orogun and Akpoveroro of Edjeba Agbarha Otor both in Ughelli North LGA of Delta State.
He started his Ministry as a Church Teacher at St John’s Church, Urhuagbesa in Abraka in the then Agbon Archdeaconry in the year 2000. He attended the prestigious Adam Igbudu Christian Centre (now Institute) from 2001 -2003.
Rev’d Canon Christopher O E Ofunaba attended Ekure Primary school, Imodje Orogun, Eleyele Grammar School, Ibadan, Orogun Grammar School, Orogun, Ibru College, Agbarha Otor, where he obtained his School Leaving Certificate. Trinity Theological College, Umuahia and Delta State university, Abraka for his Masters in Philosophy of Religion.
He was ordained Deacon in 2009, Priested in 2010, Preferred Canon on Thursday, 26th September, 2024 all by his lordship, Rt Rev C E Ide JP.
Canon Christopher is a Child of God, who believes in fairness and equity. His desire is for everyone to be saved, hence, his love for soul winning and Evangelism. This is encapsulated in his Christocentric Preaching and Teaching of the undiluted Word of God. He is passionate about Church building and Total Gospel of Salvation and Welfarism. He is a Promoter of God’s Kingdom
Stations he has served:
St John’s Church, Urhuagbesa,
Holy Trinity Church, Water Resources, Effurun,
St James Church, Odibo Avenue, Effurun,
St James’ Church, Ojabugbe, Warri,
St Andrew’s Cathedral, Okere Rd, Warri,
St John’s Church, Otorho Agbon, and currently at St Mark’s Church Okoribi, Effurun.
Appointment/Position held:
Asst Cordinator, Follow Up Committee – Team Manifest
Exco Member, Warri Diocesan Clergy Multipurpose Coop Society
Member, Diocesan Retirement Committee
Member, Clergy Easter Retreat Committee and special opportunities to minister both at the Diocesan and Provincial Levels.
He is married to Mrs Rita Oghenenyore Ofunaba, a graduate of Counseling Psychology, Delta State University, Abraka
Christopher loves Reading, Sports and enjoys traveling.
The Revd Canon Godwin Biowa was born into the families of late Catechist Thomas Biowa of UKPIOVWIN in Udu LGA and late Eyafugborhi of Eyara in Ughelli South LGA both of Delta State. He started as a Diocesan Layreader in the 80s in Christ Anglican Church, Effurun, later as a Church Teacher in 2003 in St. Mark’s Church, Otor-Okere, in the then Warri West Archdeaconry, he was later posted to Christ The King, Essi Lay–Out, Warri.
The Revd Canon Biowa attended St. Vincent College, Okwagbe and Trinity Theological College, Umuahia, for his theological training.
OTHER INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED Include Delta State University, Abraka…BA (ED).
The Revd Canon Biowa was made a Deacon by our lord Bishop, the Rt Revd C. E. Ide JP, Bishop of Warri Diocese (Anglican Communion) in 2007 at Chapel of The Advent, Priested and also preferred a CANON by him. He was preferred a CANON on Thursday 26th, September, 2024 during the Diocesan Board Meeting , at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ogunu.
Stations he has served include:
(1) St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Otor -Okere.
(2). Christ The Anglican Church, Essi Lay-Out, Warri
(3). Christ Anglican Church, Effurun.
(4). St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, Jakpa Rd. Effurun.
(5). St. James’ Anglican Church, Oria–Abraka.
(6). Unity Anglican Chapel….. present station.
Married to Mrs Theresa Biowa, and the union is blessed with children and grandchildren.
MINISTERIAL VISION: Have concern for church Growth and Spiritual Renewal of members.
The Rev’d Canon Dr. Faith Akpomejero Kerry Aghe (JP) was born into the families of late Mr. Israel Aghe of Orhuwhorun, Udu Local Government & late Gold Udi of Eku, in Ethiope East Local Government Areas of Delta State. He started his early ministry in the year 2000 as Church Teacher in St Matthias’ Anglican Church, Eku, in the then Agbon Archdeaconry.
The Rev’d Canon Dr. Faith attended Government Secondary school Ringim, in the then Kano State, now under Jigawa State & Govt Secondary, School Igun and St. Paul’s University College, Awka for his theological training.
Other institutions he attended includes:
>Immanuel College of Theology Ibadan (Bachelor in Theology. B.Th.);
>Ajayi Crowther University Oyo (Bachelor of Art. B.A.),
>Crowther Graduate Theological seminary, Abeokuta (Masters in Theology. M.Th. Old Testament);
>AJAYI Crowther University, Oyo (Masters in Art, philosophy of Religion)
>Crowther Graduate Theological seminary Abeokuta (Ph.D. Old Testament )
The Rev’d Canon Dr. Faith Aghe was made deacon by the then Primate of all Nigeria The Most Rev’d Peter Jasper Akinola in 2005 and was priested by the Rt. Rev’d Christian Esezi Ide JP, Bishop of the Diocese of Warri (the first set of ministers to priested by Bishop Christina Ide) in 2006.
He was preferred a Canon on Thursday 26th of September, 2024 by his lordship, the Rt Revd C. E. IDE, JP, during the Diocesan Board meeting held at St Matthew’s Anglican church Ogunu.
Stations he has served include:
St. James’ Anglican Church, Ojabugbe [Curate]
Cathedral Church of St Andrews [Priest/ Bishop’s Chaplain)
Holy Trinity Anglican church, Ekpan (Vicar)
The Epiphany Anglican Church, Army Estate [Vicar]
St Thomas’ Anglican Church Idiarhegbe [Vicar]
St. Peter’s Anglican church Igbudu Warri (Priest)
Canon Faith Aghe is passionate about saving the lost and raising disciples for Christ.
Revd Canon Faith Aghe is the Chaplain of the Boys’ Brigade Nigeria/ Anglican communion Brigades (BBN/ ACB) in the Diocese of Warri, he is also the Chaplain of the Boys Brigade Nigeria Warri Battalion (B.B.N.W.B.)
APPOINTMENTS/POSITIONS HELD TILL DATE:
>Bishop’s Chaplain
>Diocesan Security Committee
>Administrative Secretary to the Bishop, Diocese of Warri.
>Secretary, Recognition/honor Committee.
>Chaplain, Boys’ Brigade, Warri Diocese
>Chaplain, Anglican communion Brigades, Warri Diocese
>Chaplain Boys’ Brigade Nigeria, Warri Battalion
The Rev’d Canon Dr. Faith Akpomejero Kerry Aghe is happily married to Mrs Gladys Oghenechovwe Aghe – a graduate of Delta state university, with ( B.Ed, Social Studies) and they are blessed with three children – Favour, Flourish and Faithfulness
The Rev’d Canon Dr Faith Akpomejero Kerry Aghe loves reading, playing Badminton and football.