Fear Give Way to Faith… Now!
May fear give way to faith wherever you may just be afraid right now (Mark 4:40), in Jesus Christ’s name! Happy new month!
Rt Rev’d Christian Esezi Ide, JP
Transfer Update: Bishop Ide Appoints a New Canon Residential as 14 Priests are Transferred.
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.
Great joy in Diocese of Warri as Bishop Ide, gave out his only daughter in marriage
Tues 28th may/1st June 2024 were two remarkable days to remember as the Bishop of the Diocese of Warri, (Anglican Communion), his lordship, Rt. Revd and Mrs C. E Ide, JP Joyfully gave their only Daughter, Christabel Ide to Meshack Enemanya in traditional Marriage at the Bishopcourt, Warri and Wedding at St. Stephens Anglican church off Jakpa road Effurun.
It was a colourful and well attended ceremony with the creme de la cream of the Society, Delta state and beyond.
Royal father’s including the Orodje of Okpe, the Bishop’s King were in Attendance for both days.
Top Government Functionaries with the representatives of the past and present Governors were also in Attendance.
Most Interestingly, it was a colourful Episcopal Service with the presence of the Archbishop/Bishops of Bendel province in Attendance.
The house of Clergy/ Wives were not left out.
It was all Pop and Pageantry as Guests were treated to a tasteful and lavish reception held at the Land of rest and New things N.P.A express road off Chevron clinic Road Edjeba Warri.
All thanks to God Almighty for Making this Union a reality. And thanks to those who worked tirelessly behind the scene, to make it a Success, may God bless you all abundantly..
We wish the Newly wedded Couple a Blissful and Happy Married life.
By the Holy Spirit, You will bear fruit that will reveal the Lord – Bishop Ide
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
Synod 2024 Begin in grand style
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.
