ST. PAULS CATHEDRAL DIOBU BLOG: February 2014

AN ADDRESS PRESENTED BY THE ARCHDEACON VENERABLE JOHN C. ADUBASIM AT THE VESTRY MEETING OF ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL DIOBU, PORT HARCOURT ON 23rd FEBRUARY 2014.

The Cathedral Clergy,

Knights and Ladies,

Beloved People of God,
God has been indeed faithful in all His dealings with us. We express our heart gratitude to God for His goodness and mercies towards us. In 2013 He enabled us to achieve and realize most of our dreams. We are indebted to our Dean, Archbishop and Bishop and Mama Dean, Most Rev. and Mrs. Ignatius C. O Kattey (JP) for their continuous care, love and prayers. We pray that God will continue to bless you in Jesus, amen.

I am grateful to God for the team of clergy and wives that worked with us within the year under review. We really appreciate your commitment and support. May God bless you all; my sincere appreciation to the outgoing Cathedral Standing Committee members for your much cherished commitment and unalloyed support to us and the furtherance of God’s Kingdom. We do appreciate the Cathedralist in sustaining the work of God in His Church. 1n 2013 you laboured tirelessly to the propagation and expansion of God’s work. We received donations of cash and kind to this effect. We pray that the good Lord will continue to bless every member of this Church in Jesus name, amen.

THEME OF THE YEAR: Our theme for the year "REHOBOTH"

A well in Gerar dug by Isaac (Gen. 26:22), supposed to be in Wady er-Ruheibeh, about 20 miles south of Beersheba. Rehoboth means ‘a place of enlargement and flourishing’. Isaac's servants had dug two wells before Rehoboth and the herdsmen of Gerar quarrelled with Isaac's herdsmen. So when they dug the third well and there were no quarrels Isaac named it Rehoboth saying "Now the Lord has given us room and we will flourish in the land"

Anywhere in the Bible you see a well, there is something significant attached to it. Think about John 4 with Jesus and the Samaritan woman. Think about Isaiah 12 which speaks about the Wells of Salvation. And then, the story of Isaac.

Let’s take a look at few points.

1. Isaac received a hundred fold returns for his planted seeds, and the blessing continued to grow. There is no question that the principles of sowing and reaping are spiritual laws that are active in the dimensions of the world we live in.

2. This blessing and prosperity stirred up trouble with the enemy who messed with him by filling in the wells that Abraham’s servants dug. You would think that when God blesses a person or a church that everyone around would be absolutely excited and happy for the person. Not True! Envy, jealousy, and such like are revealed as character flaws of others.

3. Gen 26:17-18 "So Isaac moved away to the Gerar Valley, where he set up their tents and settled down. 18 He reopened the wells his father had dug, which the Philistines had filled in after Abraham's death. Isaac also restored the names Abraham had named the wells."
There is a generational blessing, inheritance and legacy which The Lord wants to give to us in this year. This is true of the family blessing as well as the spiritual inheritance.

4. Gen 26:19-20 "Isaac's servants also dug in the Gerar Valley and discovered a well of fresh water."

It is interesting that they re-dug the wells of their ancestors and as they were doing so, they were also able to dig fresh wells. God wants to help us discover the new wells, the fresh water.

5. "Isaac's servants also dug in the Gerar Valley and discovered a well of fresh water. 20 But then the shepherds from Gerar came and claimed the spring. "This is our water," they said, and they argued over it with Isaac's herdsmen. So Isaac named the well Esek (which means "argument"). 21 Isaac's men then dug another well, but again there was a dispute over it. So Isaac named it Sitnah (which means "hostility)."
I hate to bring this up but it is historically proven that you cannot have a move of God without opposition. It is going to happen when you step out. But, that is okay. Just know it is part of the price you pay for going forward in these things. Gerar being translated means pilgrimage, but it also means dispute or combat. Yes, sometimes when you are digging for a new well there can be such a huge contention that you never intended to happen, but it can happen and must be considered as part of the price you must pay to be a well digger.

How you react to the pilgrimage or dispute will either make you or break you. On one hand you may feel justified to enter into the dispute. On the other side you may simply write your "opponents" off and consider yourselves more spiritual or holy than them. Spiritual pride will destroy a move of God just as quickly as will a "Holy War."

Please note here that Isaac did not stay at the wells of argument and hatred, he moved on until he came to Rehoboth a place of enlargement and fruitfulness.

Points to consider:
1. In Old Testament times, to fill or cover wells was a declaration of war.

2. The pure water that once flowed was tainted and no longer available once the well was covered.
3. Isaac was in a place where he had to decide how far he was willing to go.
4. Many today are in that same place. The enemy has come and covered their source of water/life, and they have not drank from the wells for quite some time. This is an opportunity for:

a. God to find out what we are made of.
b. For us to find out what we are made of.
c. Each place Isaac found himself presented new opportunities/challenges.

VISION:

To spiritually, mentally and financially empower the people for effective church growth: This vision entails that within the year each member will be challenged to make effort to pray, evangelize and bring new members to the church. This will radically increase our membership.

For us to achieve our vision for the year, we need a lot of sacrifice, commitment, prayers and partnership and financial support.

EVANGELISM/MISSIONS

In 2013 we organized a lot of laudable programmes for the propagation of the gospel and building up of the congregation. Our mission Churches are doing well by the grace of God. The Mgbuakara was christen Alpha and Omega Anglican Church, and the Youth Church Our Saviours Anglican Church Oromeneke D/line by His Grace Most Rev Ignatius C.O. Kattey (JP) They are growing numerically and spiritually. Our mission field in Gabon and the Missionary Rev. Serge Nketchoua is doing well by the grace of God. However, by the new location we have a new missionary to Gabon assigned to us for sponsorship. He is the Rev. Canon R. Foko. The Church of Pentecost Ogbunabali is doing well by the grace of God. The Rev Paul Akunne is the new Priest in Charge.

The plan to open a church at Azumini Ezimgbu is still on. We had a big challenge on the land we leased for the church planting. We do hope that the problem will be resolved soon.

By the grace of God, this year we will organize prayer watch throughout the Lenten period and prayer conference. Programmes will be organized to reach out to the Communities around us. I appeal to every member of the Cathedral Church to be actively involved in Mission and Evangelism

WALFARE
The Anglican Communion is fundamentally a caring church. When a neighbour is ill, we should care for him. When she is hungry, we should feed her. We should share food and other materials with those in need. The church within this period will enhance on her caring attitude towards her members and the less privileged, demand a caring attitude from every member of the church, support and care for those who face persecution as a result of being converted to Christianity. We will run a food bank where members who are hungry can come and get food to eat and cloths to wear.

In 2013, we organised blessing of marriage for members who are married but have not blessed their marriage. The Church took care of the programme and reception. We thank God for the success of the marriage blessings.

GROWTH
We thank God for the level of growth we have recorded so far, however, this year, we will double our effort to ensure that the empty pews in the Church are filled up. To this effect we will intensify our house fellowship participation; for I strongly believe that when the house church grows, the main church will grow as well.

We also encourage members to go through the foundation bible study and the school of ministry to deepen their spirituality and faith in God. For our School of Ministry, nineteen (19) participants graduated last year. The church will continue to use every reasonable means to enhance growth both spiritually, numerically, financially and otherwise

DISCIPLINE
The Anglican Church has a standard, which is biblically-based; therefore we cannot tolerate any act of indiscipline against the principles of the church and the Bible. To this effect, every member of our church should abide by the guiding principles and regulations of our Communion.

PROJECTS:
We want to thank the Cathedralist and the project committee for all your effort to see to the progress of our numerous projects in the Church. The Archdeacon’s House has been completed by the donor. The Women hall Project is near completion, the staff quarters is near completion, the Administrative block, the Pews etc. Details about our project are contained in the project committee report. We thank God for individuals and families who are contributing to these projects. God bless you more and more in Jesus name.

FINANCE

The Cathedral Standing Committee has approved the sum of One hundred and four two million, four hundred and sixty-seven thousand, one hundred and ninety naira (N142,467,190.00) only as the budget for the year. Details of this will be presented by the Treasurer. We are trusting God for more blessings this year to enable us meet our financial obligations. However, we stress that we will ‘tighten our belt’ as far as spending is concerned. This is to enable us go far in our projects. We encourage every Unit/Group in the Church should be careful of their spending this year as the Church will not tolerate any frivolous spending.

UNITS/GROUPS

We encourage and appeal to various units/groups in the church to continue to mobilise their members to participate actively in our church activities. We have observed that some people participate in their group activities without getting involved in Church programmes.

Every unit/group should endeavour to abide by the guidelines or principles of the church. Each Unit/Group leader should send in their periodic report to the Archdeacon’s office.

HARVEST/SPECIAL DONATION

We sincerely appreciate the 2013 7am and 10 am Harvest Committees for their effort to see to the success of our Harvest last year. We indeed exceeded our expectations. We appreciate members of the Cathedral who donated to the Church in 2013. We pray that God will continue to bless you in Jesus name. Amen. We are trusting God for a bumper harvest this year

CONCLUSION

Once again I thank you all for your support. I must say that we had a conducive environment to thrive in our ministry in 2013. On behalf of the Cathedral Clergy I Thank you for all the kind gestures we have received from you both in Cash and kind. Our prayer is that God will continue to bless you abundantly in Jesus name, amen.

VENERABLE JOHN C. ADUBASIM

CATHEDRAL ARCHDEACON

　

　

　

　

　

　

　

　

　

SPECIFIC VISION AND GOALS

ITEM	ACTIVITY	ACTION	TIME FRAME
1.	Follow up/Discipleship Training	Every Group Leader/ The CSC and Pastors	Immediate/ Continuous
2.	Systematic Teaching of the Word of God and enhance participation of members in Bible Study	Sunday School Teachers/ Pastors	Immediate/ Continuous
3.	Building of the Baptistry	Donor/ CSC	2014
4.	Enhancement of our House Fellowship Centres	Centre leaders/ CSC/The Pastors	Immediate/ Continuous
5.	Establishment of Audio Visual centre and Studio	CSC/ Project Committee	2014
6.	Establish a welfare programme for the under-privileged	Welfare committee/CSC	Immediate/ Continuous
7.	Plant churches in new areas	Mission team/Pastors	2014
8.	Equipping the Children Church with Audio visual	Children Department/ CSC	2014
9.	Investment on profit-yielding ventures	CSC	2 years
10.	Landscaping of the Church Compound	Project Committee/CSC	1 year
11.	Final phase of Staff Quarters	Donor/CSC	2014
12	Electronic bell	Project Committee/CSC	2014
13	Completion and furnishing of Cathedral Chapels	Project Committee/CSC	2014
14.	Procurement of a New Generator	Property Committee/CSC	2014
15	Final Phase of the Inter Locking of the internal Roads	Project Committee/CSC	2014
16	Final Phase of the Administrative Building	Project Committee/CSC	2014
17	Completion of the Women Project	CSC/Women Ministry/ Project Committee	2014
18	Completion of the Vicarage at Mgbuakara	MCA/CSC/ Project Committee	2014
19.	Completion of the Pew project	Donors/ CSC/ Project Committee	2014
20.	Installation of Air Conditioners.	CSC/ Project Committee	2014
21.	Building of Retreat Centre	MCA/CSC/ Project Committee	2years

　

REPORT ON THE CATHEDRAL MCA ACTIVITIES FOR THE

YEAR ENDED 2013 AND OUR VISION FOR 2014

Calvary greetings in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

The year 2013 was an eventful one in the life of the entire men of the Cathedral Church of St. Paul’s, Diobu. Indeed, we will beat our chest to say that there was a lot of improvement in the activities of men in the church both at the group level and at the MCA in general.

This report will better be understood under the following headings;

FATHERS’ WEEK CELEBRATION

The Fathers’ week celebration for the year 2013 was very successful, especially in terms of participation of men of the church. Among the activities were the visit to the elderly, football match between the 7am and 10am of the church and the climax on Sunday was the honouring of 16 members with an award of excellence for their contribution in the church and the activities of men generally. We pray that the celebration this year will be better.

EVANGELISM / VISITATION:

As our resolve to bring men back to the church, the cathedral MCA within the year under review encouraged the different groups to take the issue of visitation and evangelism more seriously. It will be worthy to mention here that St. Daniel’s group used their sporting activities every Saturday morning to win souls to the church and the group at large.

Other groups too were encouraged to visit their sick and elderly members from time to time, sometimes with a token purse. We shall not forget to mention that as part of our evangelism drive, one of our own whom we trained in the Trinity College, Umuahia was ordained as a priest in 2013 and the MCA robed him as a sign of encouragement to others. Also 16 men of our church were inducted into the MCA by the Lord Bishop, Archbishop of the Province of Niger Delta and the Dean of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion. We pray that this year, the number will be doubled.

DIOCESAN / PROVINCIAL MCA

It will interest us to know that we have continued to play prominent roles at both the DMCA and PMCA. As we speak now, we are not owing our quota at any of these bodies. Most importantly was our successful hosting of the 2013 DMCA delegate conference with the theme. "In blessing, I will bless you". The PMCA conference held at the Missionary Diocese of Uyo earlier in the year did not go unnoticed by the cathedral MCA officials. We once again use this medium to thank the CSC and other members of the cathedral church for their support towards the success of the conference. Above all, we thank our Lord Jesus Christ for his Grace and provision towards us.

PROJECTS:

The Cathedral MCA is still pursuing her goal of completing the parsonage building at the Alpha and Omega Church, Mgbuakara. In 2013, we were only able to roof and complete the ceiling work in the building. Efforts are being made to complete the project before the end of the first quarter of the year.

GROUP ACTIVITIES

The four men groups of the cathedral MCA are doing very well by the Grace of God. Please permit us to analyze some of the activities and achievements of some of these groups.

St. Daniel’s Group:
This group is basically men worshippers in the 7am session. They hold their meetings on the first Sunday of every month. For convenience sake, their activities are divided into various sub-committees such as, sports, welfare, prayer/visitation and empowerment. Some of their achievements in 2013 includes;
Visitation of sick and elderly members and also visit to the motherless and elderly homes.
Donation of 2 pews to the church
Donation of food/clothing materials to the church food / material bank.
Interaction / donation of items to the widows, and exercise books and snack items to the children department of the church etc.
St. Joseph Group:
This is also a 7am based men group and they hold their meetings also on every first Sunday of the month. Some of their achievements includes;
Donation of 7 pews to the church
Supporting members financially when the need arises.
The group observed the St. Joseph day on the 19^{th of March, 2013}
Making of new uniform for themselves to attract members.
St. Christopher Group:
This group is predominantly men worshippers in the 10am session, and their meetings are held once every month especially on Saturdays. As a way of encouraging larger participation of members, they move their meetings in the houses of individual members. Some of their achievements includes:
Donation of 3 pews to the church
Visit to some sick / elderly members of the group
Active participation of burial of deceased members and members relatives etc.
These groups are making immense contribution both financially and materially towards the strong and growth of the Cathedral MCA and we encourage them to do more.

DEATHS:

We lost few members in 2013, whom have since been buried. Among these members are – Elder Magnus Nnah and Chief Robert Chikere and we participated actively in their burials.

Our prayer is that Almighty God should comfort their families.

OUR VISION FOR 2014

Our theme for the year 2014 "Believe God and be established properly". 2 Chronicle 20: 20.

Our resolve this year is that believing God will do great exploits in our lives this year, we shall be aggressive in reaching out to members, be more involved in mission and evangelism, organize retreats for men and prayer meetings in order to increase the number of men serving God in the cathedral. We shall also encourage especially at the group levels to visit at least four members from each group monthly.

On the MCA retreat centre project, arrangement will be intensified to start the foundation work before this year’s fathering week celebration.

FINANCE:

We cannot conclude this report without a word on the financial strength of the CMCA. Indeed, shortage of funds is our greatest shortcoming. We therefore use this medium to appeal to members who made financial / material commitment during our last fathering Sunday to redeem same. However, our financial strength to date stands at =N=3,347, 410.88.

CONCLUSION:

As earlier mentioned, our main focus this year is the MCA retreat centre project. Therefore, we call on all and sundry, the clergy and the entire congregation of St. Paul’s Cathedral to support us in this project.

We must not fail to thank the Venerable John C. Adubasim and his team of clergy and their wives for their love and support. The cathedral standing committee, the executive committee of MCA, Group leaders, various committees and the entire congregation of St. Paul’s for their commitment, support and love all through 2013. Our prayer is that the Lord will continue to bless and prosper you and your families as He takes us to our Rehoboth in 2014. Amen.

Please see below our program of activities for 2014.

　

Sir Chike Okwu,

President

　

ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL MCA PROGRAMME FOR THE YEAR 2014

DATE	ACTIVITIES	HOST	TIME
^30/1/2014	^{CATHEDRAL MCA}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^6/2/2014	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GEN. MEETING}	^{ST. JOSEPH GROUP}	^5PM
^{13 – 16/2/14}	^{PROVINCIAL CONFERENCE (PMCA)}	^YENEGOA	^10AM
^27/2/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^6/3/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GEN. MEETING}	^{ST DANIEL GROUP}	^5PM
^8/3/14	^{1ST QUARTER GENERAL MEETING}	^{CHURCH OF HOLY SPIRIT ALETO ELEME}	^10AM
^20/3/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^3/4/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GEN. MEETING}	^{ST. CHRISTOPHER GROUP}	^5PM
^12/4/14	^{LEADERSHIP SEMINAR & WORKSHOP (DMCA)}	^{KING OF KINGS (ANG.) CHURCH D/LINE}	^10AM
^24/4/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^10/5/14	^{DMCA OUTREACH/INTER PRESIDENTIAL VISIT}	^{ALL CHURCHES}
^15/5/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GEN MEETING}	^{ST. AUGUSTINE GROUP}	^5PM
^29/5/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^5/6/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GEN. MEETING}	^{ST. JOSEPH GROUP}	^5PM
^10-15/6/14	^{MCA WEEK / FATHER’S DAY}	^{ALL CHURCHES}	^10AM
^3/7/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^12/7/14	^{2ND QUARTER GENERAL MEETING (DMCA)}	^{ST. MATTHEW (ANG.) CHURCH MGBUOBA}	^10AM
^24/7/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GENERAL MEETING}	^{ST. DANIEL GROUP}	^5PM
^3/8/14	^{DMCA HARVEST}	^{EMMANUEL (ANG.) CHURCH OKORO-NU-ODO}	^10AM
^14/8/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^28/8/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GENERAL MEETING}	^{ST. CHRISTOPHER}	^5PM
^11/9/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^13/9/14	^{3RD QUARTER GENERAL MEETING (DMCA)}	^{BETHSIDA (ANG.) CHURCH EAGLE ISLAND}	^10AM
^25/9/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GENERAL MEETING}	^{ST. AUGUSTINE GROUP}	^5PM
^11/10/14	^{LOC / DMCA EXCO MEETING}	^{ST. JOHN’S (ANG.) CHURCH RUMUEME DEANERY}	^4PM
^16/10/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^23/10/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA GENERAL MEETING}	^{ST. JOSEPH GROUP}	^5PM
^30/10/14	^{2ND SESSION OF 6TH CONFERENCE}	^{ST. JOHN’S (ANG.) CHURCH, RUMUEME DEANERY}	^10AM
^13/12/14	^{CATHEDRAL MCA EXCO}	^{MCA EXCO}	^5PM
^{DEC. 2014}
	^{LOVE FEAST}	^{ALL GROUPS}

^{ANNUAL WOMEN REPORT FROM ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL DIOBU

To the glory of God I present a report of the women activities for the year. It is important to note that all the planned programs of the year 2012 were held by the grace of God. And the success of the year 2013 is as a result of combined effort.

A REVIEW OF WOMEN ACTIVITES

SIX POINT VISION FOR 2013

Theme for the year: Humility –The humble woman (breading love through humility)

Outreaches: To reach out to more people this year with the word and the love of God. To have 2 evangelical outreaches and a welfare outreach

Welfare: To visit and attend promptly to the welfare needs of members.

Spirituality: To engage in lots of activities that will boost our spiritual well being.

Project: To Complete our multipurpose women hall project

To Improve attendance to women Programs/meetings and other church activities

REDEDICATION:

This year began with a Diocesan rededication in January and the cathedral women had women retreat which was wrapped up with a thanksgiving service in February

MOTHERING SUNDAY:

Theme: The Resourceful Mother Text: Exodus 2:3

This year’s mothering Sunday was a really interesting one.

We had talk, bible study, interactive section with the youth arms, prayer meeting, courtesy and community visitations, sports competition etc. It was a beautiful week of activities and the turn up was really encouraging.

This year’s Mothering Sunday had some very unique features. The interactive section with the youth arm was a major high light recording about 300 persons. We invited ex- militants, a man who was severely sexually abused as a child and prostitutes to come share their experiences with the youths.

Another major feature was the variety day. We had the sports competition and food fare. The different women groups and clergy wives had a match parade. Race competition for women with hips measuring 50cm and above as well as races for women 50years and above was great fun to witness.

The groups also presented different meals and dishes for the food fare. Guests were invited to appreciate the different meals and dishes displayed. Lots of traditional delicacies were showcased and cultures displayed.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER/ANNOUNCIATION OF BLESSED VIRGIN MARY.

These are national women annual event. Both were observed by the women though the attendance to the world day of prayer was very poor and not encouraging. The annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary was well attended with the clergy in a communion service. We pray for more grace for the future.

EASTER PROCESSION

This year’s Easter morning procession was an interesting one as usual. We used the opportunity to do a kind of street to street evangelism. The women had a good time preaching and singing to the glory of God. I thank all who participated in that procession.

EVANGELISM

By the special grace of God, evangelism has become a major part of the women’s ministry in St. Paul’s Cathedral. In line with our vision for the year, we have mapped out series of evangelical outreaches for the year. Apart from the one we had during the Easter morning procession which covered the Oroworoko axis, the women also embarked on a day outreaches each to Oromenezimgbu in June, and Ogbunabali in July. It was an evening of bliss. We preached at major areas like the hall and market. We still believe God for a major weekend outreach later this year.

EXECUTIVE RETREAT

We had a day retreat for all women, units and women group executives. With the theme ‘A helping hand’ exodus 17:12. It featured talks, workshop, prayers,etc.

WOMEN MEETINGS

We thank God for his grace thus far. We hold our monthly meetings. Mothers union meets on 1st Monday for general meeting and 2nd Monday for visitation of members who put to bed, are sick, bereaved or family of dead member to celebrate or condole with them. The members are trying in terms of attendance but there is room for more improvement and we believe God that His grace will perfect us in Jesus Name. The women’s guild meets every 3rd Mondays of the month for general meeting. Each of the already established and functioning groups and unit hold their meetings at different days and time.

GROUPS AND UNITS

Presently, the already existing eleven (11) groups St. Ann, Bridget, Catherine, Dorcas, Elizabeth, Florence, Mary, Sarah, Esther, Ruth, Phoebe are functional. The various women groups and units have done well. All the groups are functional at both at the Mothers Union and Women’s Guild. However it is sad to note that some groups are lagging behind. We believe by Gods grace this year will yield greater results in Jesus name, Amen. Subsequently, a new group was formed as the year was wrapping up. St. Hannah’s group is the 12th group. Comprising of young and energetic women whose zeal will amaze the rest of us. We pray they grow up and shine for Jesus.

May I use this medium to appeal to all women who have not joined the women’s guild and Mothers’ Union to do so, and be part of what God us using the women to do in our time.

　

PRAYER AND SPIRITUALITY UNIT

The prayer and spirituality unit is one of the most vibrant and active units in the church. They hold regular meetings and retreats both at cathedral and Diocese. I want to specially commend them for their dedication to the women’s spirituality programs, for preparing the bible study of our conference and for their prayers. May your strength be renewed like that of the eagle. More grease to your elbows.

FINANCE UNIT

The finance unit supervises the finance of both the MU and WG. So far they have drawn up budget for 2013 and judiciously supervised the execution, acting as watch dogs on the expenditure of the group and ensuring compliance. They have also assisted in recovering pledges made to the women as well as collection of levies and dues. They also participated in the Diocesan one day training for the Finance unit, after which they trained the finance unit of the groups and churches under the cathedral. We thank our Mama Diocese Mrs. B.G.Kattey JP for a timely initiative and the diocesan Finance and Central Planning Unit for a proper execution.

TRAINING UNIT.

This unit is posed with the responsibility of organizing lectures, skills acquisitions and training in various area of life. Though the women have lectures and trainings during their monthly meetings. The training unit has done well in recent times. We commend their efforts during our conference and encourage them to do more

ACTION AND OUTREACH UNIT

Though this unit meets once in a while they have created quite an impression in the women’s ministry, especially during the outreaches and their laudable effort during the mothering Sunday. They took the lead during our community invitation which was part of the mothering Sunday and conference activities. And are playing a major part in the logistics for our evangelism and outreaches.

MARKETING UNIT.

The marketing unit has not done badly at all. They participated fully during the mothering Sunday week of activities and conference, putting up a stand for the sales of various items. We thank them for their business acumen. We encourage them to continue in their good work and devise more and nice avenues to boost the finance of the unit and the women at large.

WELFARE

The welfare of the members of the Mothers’ Union is very important to us. We schedule monthly visits to members from time to time and as the need arises to share fellowship with them, pray for them and give our little token. We encourage ourselves to be part of this welfare visitation.

CHARITY STORE AND FOOD BANK

The women had planed that upon completion of our multipurpose hall project that we would open a charity shore for welfare relieve materials. But the church opened a food bank and charity store. The women have been in full support of this project and proposed to send food and other relieve materials. This we have already started sending food worth thirty thousand naira quarterly to the food bank. Individual groups in the Women’s Guild have also been sending food to the food bank

DAUGHTERS OF HOPE

This group is waxing strong by Gods grace. They hold their regular meetings twice in the month and had their conference from 4th - 7th July. Their 2013 Theme: Be the Aroma of Christ (2Cor. 2: 15). They are made up 40 ladies now of whom 25 are regular. They visited all the Churches under the Cathedral Church i.e. Church of Penteost Ogbum-nu-Abali, Our Saviour’s Anglican Church Oromineke and the Alpha and Omega Church Mgbuakara and planted the group were it was not found.

To the glory of God, the following wedded: Ihuoma Peters and Ada Okwu. Many got new Jobs and other started and completed their school.

We humbly appeal that daughters of hope should be well publicize and encourage by the Church.

　

WIDOWS’ FELLOWSHIP

The widows’ fellowship is doing very well. Though usually made up of the older widows. They hold their regular prayer meetings and visitations. They also had their cathedral conference.

GIRLS’ GUILD

This arm is doing well. Holding their meetings regularly. Most of the girls are in boarding school this makes them have their conferences and major programs during the school vacations.

CHILDREN MINISTRY

The children ministry is growing by the day. With a clergy wife to supervise the activities and make inputs were necessary. They participated in the children ministry activities.

WOMEN PROJECT

By the special grace of God our women multipurpose two storey building complex is gradually coming to completion. We are grateful to the family of Dame Hannah Aguma for fulfilling their promise to roof the building and fit the doors and windows.

We look forward to the completion and dedication of this 7 year old project this year, 2014 to the glory of God. We appeal to church and the entire Cathedralists to come to our aid.

　

WOMEN INDUCTIONS /ADMISSIONS AND LIECENSING

During the Episcopal visit of His grace the Archbishop Most Rev. I.C.O. Kattey in December 2012, six (6) Mothers’ Union members were admitted, twelve (12) Women’s Guild members were inducted while five (5) women were licensed lay readers.

CONFERENCE

The mothers union had their conference with theme: HUMILITY A RARE VIRTUE -James 4 vs. 6. DATE: 5TH to 9th July. It was a successful conference and featured our provincial and diocesan president Mrs. B.G Kattey JP. Who gave the talk on the theme. We also had a retreat in place of a conference for Women’s Guild in August 6th -7th, 2013. With theme ‘’BECAUSE YOU HAVE DONE THIS’’. Both featured talks, workshop, prayers, visitation etc.

END OF YEAR PARTY

This was held in December to wrap up the years activities.

DEATHS:

We lost to death about seven members.

DIOCESAN QUOTA AND INVOLVEMENTS

The women participated fully in all Diocesan programs and have paid all diocesan levies and quota

FINANCE

Our major source of finance is through levies and dues from women, donations and rents from the women hall and store.

EXPENDITURE

Our major expenditure is on the women multi-purpose hall project, welfare packages to members and their families, allowances, donations, purchases amongst others.

CONSTRAINTS

Our major constraint is finance and poor attendance of the women to meetings. We thank God for those who are regular and for Gods provisions

SIX POINT VISION FOR 2014

Theme for the year: ‘’Because You Have Done This’’ –The sacrificial woman (breading cheerful givers)

Outreaches: To reach out to more people this year with the word and the love of God. To have 2 evangelical outreaches and a welfare outreach

Welfare: To visit and attend promptly to the welfare needs of members.

Spirituality: To engage in lots of activities that will boost our spiritual well being.

Project: To Complete our multipurpose women hall project

To improve attendance to women Programs/meetings and other church activities, through.

CONCLUSION

Without the mercies of the Lord we can do nothing. I want to use this medium to thank all clergy wives, unit coordinators, group leaders, all women executives and the entire St. Paul’s women who gave me their unreserved support and encouragement. Their contributions to their various units and groups cannot be quantified. I pray that God whose work you have done will bless u unreservedly in Jesus Name Amen.

Yours in Him

Ijeoma John-Adubasim

Vice President Cathedral

　

　

CHURCH OF PENTECOST OGBUM-NU-ABALI[MOUNT ZION: CITY OF ABUNDANCE]

2013 ANNUAL STEWARDSHIP REPORT

PREAMBLE:

The Church of Pentecost Ogbum-nu-abali is a church under the Cathedral Church Of St. Paul, Diobu. It is an Anglican Church that was planted with sole aim of raising up an altar for God in the land of Ogbum-nu-abali. It is presently made up of people from Ogbum-nu-abali, other parts of Rivers state and other non-indigenes. It is a wonderful church that needs support and some form of motivation for it to grow and become better. We will continue to thank the Cathedral especially The Most Revd. I.C.O. kattey [JP] Dean/ Archbishop/Bishopfor approving its adoption and for our Ven. John Adubasim. May the Good Lord continue to bless you in Jesus name.

The former Pastor was re-located with Revd Paul C. Akunne coming in as the new Pastor-in-charge of the church on 8th January, 2014.

ACTIVITIES/PROGRAMMES

The year 2011 was blessed with various empowerment programs that helped the Church experience God’s Favour in an extra-ordinary fashion.

VESTRY MEETING/ELECTION: The vestry meeting was done as members were both elected and appointed. They were also dedicated.

HARVEST:The First Fruit/ family Harvest was celebrated under the leadership of Mrs. Charity Aliyu. The Juvenile/ Youth harvest was carried out; and the season was concluded with the adult harvest. But report will be ready soon.

REVIVAL/OUTREACH:Two programmes were held last year

[i] A four day programme for opening the year in January and

[ii] A-seven day revival was held by the church last year-theme: "Touch for transformation" in June.

UNIT/ARMS REPORT

For the year 2013, the following units/arms have submitted report to me-

[a] MCA: The group holds her meeting every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. The group carried out her scheduled activities for the year under review properly without any form of distraction. They held their annual MCA week with the theme: "in blessing I will bless you"[Gen.22:1-8] with life transforming activities from 10th -17th June, 2013. They also supported the church with the sum of fifty thousand naira on the day of their thanksgiving.

The group has also identified with the Diocesan MCA J.T.F Zonal meeting, which they hosted on the 9th of December, 2013.

The group lost their former secretary- Mr.Ezekiel Limejuice, who slumped and died in his hometown, Emohua on 11th November, 2012. We wish to also say that many of our MCA members are not yet inducted, although, many were trained and prepared for induction last year by Ordinand Dikio [MCA Diocesan Clerk]; the induction could not hold as scheduled on 23rd/24th of February, 2013. But we are hopeful that our Archdeacon will make it possible for us this year.

[b] WOMEN MINISTRY: The women have a functional Women Guild that meets on 2nd Sunday of every month. They had their conference on 2nd-4th August, 2013 with the theme: "prepare to meet the Lord" Amos 4:12. While the Mothers’ Union meets on the 1st Sunday of every month.

The Women ministry organized her Mothering Sunday for 2013 in compliance with the Diocese and Cathedral. The women are also involved in cleaning the church with the two groups: Deborah and Esther play a key role. The women acquired some kitchen equipment/ utensils. Esther group bought altar flowers and new temporary pulpit.

[c]DAUGHTERS OF HOPE:The group meets 2nd Sunday of every month. They engaged themselves in activities such as visit to nursing mothers with detergents and pampers. They hold their bi-monthly vigil, and have helped to decorate the church when the need arise. The group also had her conference from 23rd- 25th August, 2013 with the theme: "the aroma of Christ".

[d] AYF: The group meets every Tuesday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The group has maintained her covenant prayer program with the executive participating. Her youth week was held in May, and the youth were actively involved in the National/Diocesan Bible study conferences.

[e] ACM: The children ministry is doing well. The children had her children’s day, children harvest and they attended the Diocesan conference

FINANCE REPORT

The financial annual report is not yet ready but is being put together for onward clarification/ approval by the Archdeacon.

CHALLENGES / PROBLEMS

The main root of all the problems and challenges of the church is to have a land. A gift of land will solve every existing problem/challenges pending around the church. The other notable ones can be solved with an administrative adjustment and re-orientation of the members on their role and expectation.

The church also needs the people of the land to acquit themselves with the worship and service of God in the church.

VISION/MISSION FOR 2014

The Vision for 2014 isto have "A YEAR OF UNSPEAKABLE JOY [ISAIAH 61:3]". This vision is bound with the mission of Restoring, Reviving and Refreshing the church with the sole aim of transforming the church, families, individuals and the work of their hands to bring Glory to God. We shall be involved in programs and projects that will help to take the church to a higher glory.

LAND

The greatest of our expectation is to acquire LAND with the help of the Cathedral, so that the people of Ogbum-nu-abali can also attest to have raised an altar and a church that is community oriented [that is, that it bears her community name- Ogbum-nu-abali].

PROGRAMMES FOR 2014

We are also focused on renewing God’s people within the community through weekly, monthly and quarterly programs that will help to draw the people of God closer to Him.

"On Monthly Basis", we shall have the following:

"Morning Dew"- 1st Day of every month

"Come! Holy Spirit" - 2nd Sunday of every month [evenings]

"Singles Night"– 4th Sunday of every month [evenings]

"Power Night" – Last Friday of every month}

PROGRAMME (S)	MONTH/DATE
^{7 DAYS FASTING FESTIVAL}	^{12TH -19TH JANUARY, 2014}
^{VESTRY MEETING/ELECTION}	^{16TH FEBRUARY}
^{LEADERSHIP RETREAT/DEDICATION}	^{8TH MARCH}
^REVIVAL	^{19TH -23RDMARCH}
^{MOTHERING SUNDAY}	^{30TH MARCH}
^{FAMILY WEEKEND/BUSINESS SERVICE}	^APRIL
^{SOLEMN ASSEMBLY}	^{21ST APRIL}
^{SEVEN WEEKS OF SOUND OF ABUNDANCE}	^MAY/JULY
^{PENTECOST CONVOCATION}	^{4TH -8TH JUNE}
^{WOMEN CONFERENCE}	^4TH-8THJULY
^{FIRST FRUIT/ FAMILY HARVEST}	^{13TH JULY}
^{VACATION SCHOOL/JUVENILE/YOUTH HARVEST}	^{22ND-24THAUGUST}
^{MISSION WEEK}	^{25TH-31STAUGUST}
^{"MBER" PROPHETIC WEEK}	^{1ST-7THSEPTEMBER}
^{SINGLE/MARRIED SUMMIT}	^{19TH-21STSEPTEMBER}
^{ADULT HARVEST}	^{12TH OCTOBER}
^{OUTREACH CRUSADE}	^{LATER DATE}

^{EVANGELISM/PUBLICITY

We hope to embark on the quest to reach out to the land of Ogbu-nu-abali in collaboration with the Archdeacon of the Cathedral and his mission group. Our major aim is to preach, teach, visit, community services, partnership and to have every house in Ogbu-nu-abali to have a contact with us. To promote the work of Christ in the land and we release the blessing of God in the land.

THANKSGIVINGS/APPRECIATIONS

We want to thank God for His Grace, the Dean/ Archbishop/ Bishop and the Archdeacon of the Cathedral for his encouragement, support and advisory role since our re-location to this church. We hope to see more of the brethren of Ogbum-nu-abali, and most of all to see God’s work prosper in the land; though, we also know that it will not be easy. Pray for us!

Yours in God’s Vineyard’

REVD PAUL C. AKUNNE

2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT/ 2014 PROPOSED BUDGET

PREAMBLE: It is important to note that the 2013 financial report shows the following:

‘Allowances’ stand for all payments made to the Supervising priest, His wife, Sexton, Choirmaster, Organist, Band boy including other bonuses.

‘Rents’ stands for all payments made for the Supervising priest [vicarage], Sexton’s residence and for church premises.

‘Bills’ stand for payments made for Supervising priest [Vicarage], Sexton’s residence and for church residence.

We wish to state that the income of the church stated below has not been able to take care of all the necessary demands of the church with respect to the areas of the following:

i. Allowances

ii. Rents

iii. Bills

iv.Other recurrent expenses such General Maintenance, fuel, stationaries etc.

We wish to also note that there is a major area of concern to the church which has to do with the problem of ACQUIRING LAND [for the past 14 years]. This challenge has hampered the church growth and dream to make it become betterwith respect to growth/development and for the community of Ogbum-nu-abali to have its own altar of a church to the glory of God.The church sound system needs a total over- haul with respect to purchase of New speaker [2pairs], Microphones [2 pairs], New power amplifier and Keyboard [One], wires, a cage for the equipment, Shelves for the choir and a store. A set of computer system plus printer will also be required to reduce the demand on stationaries.

Presently, the church is faced with "2013 DEBT CHALLENGES". This is an highlight of some this debt challenges which we discovered on resumption of office:

i. RENTS: [a] Vicarage : N 180,000.00 [Balance]

[b] Sexton : N 72,000.00

[c] Church premises: N 150,000.00

ii. BILLS: [a] Vicarage : N 40,000.00

[b] Church : N 207,000.00

Note: Church needs to acquire its own meter.

iii.ALLOWANCES: [a] Sexton : N 20,000.00

[b] Choirmaster: N 10,000.00

[c] Organist : N 5,000.00

[d] Band boy : N 4,000.00

This debts stand at N 688,000.00 for 2013, which we hope to clear in 2014 with voluntary support as we intend to make appeal to people.Notwithstanding, below is the summary of the 2013 financial report and 2014 proposed budget, which we have declared as "A FAITH-FOUNDATIONAL BUDGET".

Mr Josiah Njoku [Treasurer]

Mr Kingsley Okparaocha [Financial Sec]

Revd Paul C. Akunne

　

　

　

ALPHA AND OMEGA (ANG) CHURCH, MGBUAKARA

ANNUAL REPORT

JANUARY 1ST – DECEMBER 31ST, 2013

We thank God for His loving kindness towards us as a church; His blessings are new every year in our lives.

We sincerely thank Ven. & Mrs. John Adubasim, the Cathedral Archdeacon, other priests, the Cathedral Standing Committee (CSC) and the entire faithful of the cathedral church of St. Paul, Diobu, Port Harcourt, for their unrelenting supports offered us.

Our church this year, witnessed attacks on an unprecedented scale, however, in all of them, we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us, (Rom. 8:37). In spite of all, it was a year of great grace!

May God continue to be with Sir. & Lady Allwell Ihunda, Mr. & Mrs. Chim Okwuworlu and Cathedral MCA for their unrelenting assistance. To our members, God bless you all.

THEME OF THE YEAR (2013)

"We adopted the cathedral theme: Goshen factor" (Blessed in a cursed world) Gen. 45:10-11.

2014 Theme: Rehoboth: Gen. 26:22

VISION

Building a community of God’s people through discipleship, systematic teachings of God’s word and training thereby making them self-reliant.

EVANGELISM AND FOLLOW-UP

We appreciate the effort of Mrs. Chiagoziem Onwutalu, Adaku Nweke, Ugochinyere Mark, Bro. Eric Nna to making sure that the church’s Evangelism and follow-up unit lives up to her responsibility. May God reward you all.

CHURCH STATISTICS

MEMBERS

Adults (Year 2012 = 34) (Year 2013 = 51)

Children (2012 = 8) (2013 = 42)

BAPTISM

Adults 4

Infants 14

Churching 14

THOSE CONFIRMED

3 Members were confirmed

INDUCTION INTO MU/WG

3 Members were inducted

HOLY MATRIMONY/BLESSING OF MARRIAGE

1 wedding

1 blessing of marriage

CHURCH GROUP

CHOIR

The group is growing. It’s led by Mr. Justice Kie as the choir master/organist.

MEN CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (MCA)

This group has not fared well, though number of men is increasing; we have a few committed members led by Bro. Ebere Okeke and Engr. Emeka Onwutalu as Secretary. They had their fathering Sunday within the year. They are about nineteen (19) members.

　

WOMEN REPORT (MU/WG/GG)

We thank the Almighty God, the Alpha and Omega the first and last, the beginning and the end for His grace and mercies towards us.

WOMEN ACTIVITIES

REDEDICATION

The year began with a Diocesan rededication service held at the cathedral on the 18th of January 2013, after which the women had thanksgiving in the church.

　

MOTHERING SUNDAY

The mothering Sunday last year was a glorious one. The week activities were observed by the women. there was talk on the theme, prayer meeting, rally, bible study and variety night. This was wrapped up with a thanksgiving on the Sunday. We thank God and the mothering Sunday planning committee chaired by Mrs. Blessing John. may God bless them immensely.

WOMEN MEETINGS

To God be the glory for His love. As a missionary church, the woman meet every first (1st) Sunday of t he month. By God’s grace, the attendance is most times encouraging. We pray that God will energize and stir up the women to be dedicated and committed to God. The women monthly prayer meeting holds every 1st (first) Saturday of the month.

GROUPS AND UNITS

As a missionary church, some of the units are not yet established because of the number. By the grace of God we shall do so in less than no time. We thank God for the girls guide and daughters of hope, although few in number they are doing well. May God almighty increase them more and more in Jesus name - Amen.

WOMEN GROUPS

The women groups are 2 (two) in number: Group A and B. they sweep the church and hold their meetings regularly. We appreciate the group leaders and the entire group. We desire that God will bless them and grant them the grace to serve him better – Amen.

INDUCTION

During the Episcopal visit on 25th December 2013, three (3) women were inducted, two (2) into MU and one (1) into WG. We believe that by the next visit many will join.

CHALLENGES

The greatest challenge is the road. The road is so bad that when it rains, it is difficult for members to come to church.

Another challenge is that some lack commitment to the things of God, thank God for those who are willing and ready to serve God.

OUR JOY

We thank God for all his mercies. We thank Him for those who had babies, new jobs, promotion, breakthrough, miracles and many more. This year, the Lord will cause his blessings to glow in our lives. Amen

VISION FOR

Our vision is to reach out to more souls this year

To participate in activities that will improve our spiritual lives.

To encourage women attendance to programs both that of the church and women.

To separate the MU from WG

To start up all the units of the women ministry.

　

AGLICAN YOUTH FELLOWS HIP (AYF)

The AYF is making progress. In the year under review, they attended Diocesan and National Bible Study conferences. Held Youth week programs and night Vigils. We pray God to help them to do better this year. Amen.

CHILDREN MINISTRY

The number of our children is on the increase. They observed the children’s week, where they conducted, preached and took charge of their week’s activities. Master precious Anosike from amongst them took the pulpit on Sunday.

The canopy which they use as a place of worship has been bad. We need a replacement. More so, the children organized end of year party which was single handedly sponsored by Engr. & Mrs. Emeka Onwutalu, we say may God bless them. Their Coordinator is Mrs. Blessing John, assisted by Miss Gbakochi; they attended the national teachers’ conference.

SUNDAY SCHOOL MINSITRY

The Sunday School Ministry recorded fair progress. Two teachers joined the already existing ones within the year, except that they did not meet up with some diocesan activities. We pray that God help them this year. The group is led by Bro. Chinagorom Onumbu assisted by Bro. Ebere Okeke.

PRAYER MINISTRY

We commend the effort of the members of the prayer squad. They held night vigils and maintained the routine activities.

GLORIOUS BAND

We need members to join this group. With greater commitment they will do better.

HOUSE FELLOWSHIP

The house fellowship is still trying to find it feet. We hope for something better this year.

GUILD OF USHERS

The ushering department is led by Mrs. Loveth Njoku, assisted by Bro. Eze Amadi and Innocent. Their best is being put in the service. We shall organize workshop for them this year.

REVIVAL PROGRAMS

We began the year with a covenant week held between 13th – 15th Feb, 2013, with theme: "exceeding mighty" (Ex 1:7), preachers: Rev Romans Onygbula and Evan. Kelechi George. Venue: church auditorium at 5pm daily.

We also organized a 3 – day revival program during Easter week. Theme: "The Power of His Resurrection" Mt. 28:2. Preacher: Evan. Kelechi George. 5 people gave their live to God. A Family was converted.

We held a fasting and prayer program from Sept 1st – 7th, 2013. Them: "processing ember months". It was awesome. To God be the glory. Preachers were members of the church, selected from Evangelism and prayer units.

We held 31st night cross over service at 9:30pm. Rev. Romanus Onyegbula was the preacher, attendance was 42. It was awesome in the presence of God.

Other routine programs include:

Monthly night vigils, mid-week miracle services, Friday Bible class, Sun rise prophetic prayers, etc.

CHURCH PROPERTY

The M C A donated about ten plastic chairs during the fathering Sunday.

We received 5KVA Generator from the cathedral.

CHRISTENING

The church was christened "Alpha and Omega Ang. Church on Saturday, 31st March, 2013 with foundation laying by His Grace, Most Rev. I.C. O Kattey JP, Dean, church of Nigeria, Archbishop, Niger Delta Province and Bishop, Diocese of Niger Delta North with a brief service, attendance was 122 people.

　

CHURCH BUILDING/ PARSONAGE

The church building and the parsonage had been roofed. May God bless the donors. We appeal for supports of members towards the finishing stage.

2013 HARVEST

Harvests of this year had a better course than the previous Ones beginning from first fruit/Family harvest.

FIRST FRUITS/FAMILY HARVEST

We held first fruit/family harvest on Sunday, 11th August, 2013. Attendance was 79 people with harvest proceed of thirty five thousand two hundred and forty naira (N35, 240) only. Preacher was Rev. Chamberlin Oguzo who took his text from Deut.26.

CHILDREN HARVEST

Children harvest was solely handed by the children. Miss Blessing Okechukwu read the service while Master Precious Anosike took the pulpit with his sermon from the harvest theme: the unlimited God, (Jer.32:17) Attendance: 99 people. harvest support N20, 750.

　

　

ADULT HARVEST

Adult harvest was successful. Attendance was 170 people. It was held on the 20th October, 2013 at church Auditorium. Rev. R. C. Onyegbula took the pulpit with his sermon from Gen.3. Harvest proceed was Five Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand, Six Hundred and Eighty Naira (N556, 680) only while pledges for the both harvest amount N309, 200.

Harvest expenses = N90, 950

Total harvests proceeds;

Cash/Cheques = N612, 670

We thank the harvest committee and our supporters for a job well done. May God continue to bless you.

OUR NEEDS

Completion of both the church building and parsonage.

A set of musical instruments

Choir robes, people’s/Pastor’s Warden robes, communion vessels/vestment

Hymn /Holy Communion Books.

　

　

　

CONCLUSION

We thank all those who assisted us within the year and pray that they be there for us in the years ahead. God bless you all in Jesus name. Amen

Rev. R. C. Onyegbula Evang. Kelechi George

Supervisory Priest

　

　

　

　

OUR SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN CHURCH

(AKA ROYAL AMBASSADORS)

OROMINEKE D/LINE

2013 ANNUAL REPORT

　

INTRODUCTION

We blessed the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ for His Mercy and loving kindness towards us as a family and as a church. It is so obvious and joyful to say that we enjoyed His divine providence, protection and provisions from the beginning of the year to the very end God proved his faithfulness in our lives and families and we enjoyed his partnership. We will continue to trust Him for more of his grace and blessings this coming year.

We thank our Father in the Lord, Ven. John C. Adubasim the Archdeacon whom God has used tremendously to sustain the church and her vision to making it a glorious church. Also we say a very big thank you to our supervising priest Rev. Nnaemeka Anyachor whose continuous counsel, encouragement, prayers and financial support was instrumental to the success we recorded, we are asking God to reward and bless them beyond measure.

MEANS OF GRACE

We observe a Communion Service first Sunday of the Month with Rev. Nnaemeka Anyachor as celebrant.

BAPTISM:

We join our Mother church in the Cathedral for water baptism and confirmation to confirm and baptize our members. This year many of our members were baptized both children and adult, also many adult were confirmed.

GROWTH:

The Cathedral Archdeacon Ven. John C. Adubasim has been a major tool, an instrument in the hand of God almighty for the growth of the church, a vehicle God used to drive us to where we are today, believing God will use him more in 2014. The church is growing and is doing well, we have built a strong fellowship structure and a good Christian relationship among the brethren which gave birth to a selfless service and has boost spiritual growth.

In spite of its growing nature, we are committed to growing the church to a greater height and to make it a glorious church.

CHURCH STATISTICS:

Brothers 46

Sisters 49

Children 15

Total 110

WELFARE:

The church is a caring church that give priority and concern to the welfare and happiness of its members and has done well in the past years and will continue to keep the unity of the brethren through love and fellowship.

VISION AND OBJECTIVE:

We anchor on God’s unfailing and unchanging grace, believing that God in his love, infinite mercy will grant us His Grace and strength to continue to serve Him in obedience and in good faith, believing that our limited diplomatic skill will be use to serve in humility, God and humanity with mandate to reaching out to the unreached, wining the lost at all cost and rescuing the perishing especially the youths of our age.

Our vision and objective is to raise disciples, good Christians whose lifestyles, character and spiritual maturity will be admirable by all who hold conservative beliefs. To raise kingdom minded youths with radical faith in Jesus and for the gospel, who in the nearest future will become leaders and frontiers of missions in Anglican communion. Youths that will live for Christ, youths that will say I am crucified with Jesus; I am bleeding to serve and dying to live. Also Army with no one fable person among them.

MAINFESTATION/ BLESSING

Brethren God is faithful, His love and faithfulness is unfailing, He has proven Himself in the lives of members of his church by providing Jobs for many of our (Members) youths who are graduates but without Job selling under scorching sun, God removed them from the sun and put them under AC with good Jobs, some gained admission into Higher Institution. Above all, three of our pregnant women delivered peacefully and some brothers found their life partner. We bless God for his blessings even as we ask for more in 2014.

PROJECT:

We rented a (3) bed room flat apartment for a period of five years at No 4 Okomoko Street where we are now and we secured the permission and approval of the Landlord to break the place and make it a hall for worship.

CHALLENGES:

We need a land to start putting structure before the expiration of the rent. Also the church need a site along Okomoko-Oluobsanjo Road and Wogu street to mount a sign post to show case the church and to create awareness for people to know there is an Anglican church within.

HARVEST

The Church had her second youth harvest on the 3rd of November with the theme: Unlimited God which featured Rev. Dr. Benneth Okafor as quest preacher. The harvest yield the sum of One million one hundred and Eighty eight thousand, eight hundred and eighty naira only (1,188,880) with some outstanding pledges.

EPISCOPAL VISIT

MOST REV.I.C.O. KATTEY JP DEAN/ARCH BISHOP/BISHOP visited his church on the 25th of December 2013, Christmas day and Christen the church as OUR SAVIOUR’S ANG. CHURCH

　

CONCLUSION:

Beloved brethren in Christ, once again we want to thank you for your love, prayers and support, especially the Cathedral Archdeacon, Chairman, Cathedral standing committee (CSC). You indeed created this opportunity and the conducive environment for our service where we show case our calling and diplomatic skills, we say a very big thank you and to every member of the cathedra standing committee (CSC) for loving and supporting the growth of our church. Praying that God Almighty will continue to bless you and use you to propagate his gospel in Jesus name Amen.

　

　

Evang. Chika Felix Amaechi Rev. Nnaemeka Anyachor

The Evangelist Chaplain

A REPORT OF THE ANGLICAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (NIG) ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL DIOBU PRESENTED AT THE 2014 VESTRY MEETING.

It is with great joy and happiness that i present this report of our stewardship to this great and august gathering.

Theme for the year: Redeeming the time (Eph. 5:16)

Activities: We engaged our members in activities that are meant to spiritually, mentally and socially enlighten them. Programs such as a special valentine program organized in February, a special Independence Day program organized in October and a youth and teenagers school of ministry organized in the month of August. We also organized seminars, talk shows and interactive sessions with our patrons and patronesses.

Our monthly program "AN EVENING WITH THE LORD" anchored by our chaplain has remained a great source of blessing to our members. We also celebrate the birth month of our members.

Diocesan Activities: The Cathedral youth fellowship attended and participated in almost all the diocesan youth programs in the year under review. We participated actively in this year's National youth week, Diocesan youth harvest, Diocesan night vigils, National and Diocesan Bible study conferences and general meetings.

Projects: The Cathedral Youth Fellowship is actively involved in all projects of the church but chief among them is the purchase and installation of decorative lights at the front of the cathedral building with the hope of extending it to other areas in the compound.

Welfare: The cathedral youth fellowship sees welfare as a major part of our ministry. We have a functional welfare package for our member who are rejoicing, sick or bereaved. Let me use this opportunity to thank our welfare department for a job well done in the year under review.

Finance: The major sources of income for the fellowship are through dues and free-will donations. The year 2013 recorded a drop in income as we depended on our subvention to sponsor our programs. As at 30/01/2014 the sum of N200,000 (Two hundred thousand naira only) was released to the youth fellowship. The said amount was used to sponsor 20 delegates to the Diocesan Bible study conference (Okoro-nu-Odo 2013) at N1,500 per delegate and 17 delegates to the National Bible Study Conference(Otukpo 2013) at N10,000 per delegate.

Vision for 2014: The theme for the year is ALPHA AND OMEGA (Rev.1:8). To engage in lots of activities that will boast the spiritual well-being of the Cathedral Youth. To improve attendance to cathedral youth programs and activities. To attend to the welfare needs of our members.

Challenges: The Cathedral youth fellowship as it is obtained in most youth organizations is faced with some challenges which we are praying God to help us resolve. Chief among these challenges is the nonchalant attitude of some of our youths towards church programs and activities. Also late coming to programs

Dear people of God, God being our help, we hope to continue to promote the spiritual and social lives of our members in line with the aim, mission and vision of the AYF also bearing in mind the vision of the church.

Conclusion: We owe great thanks to our Archdeacon Ven. John C. Adubasim and our chaplain Rev. Nnaemeka Anyacho for their support spiritually, morally and financially. We will not fail to appreciate all who have assisted us in one way or the other especially our patrons and patronesses. Finally, our thanks goes to all Cathedral AYF executive members and the general house for their support and prayers. God bless you all.

Kenneth Ikechukwu Obi Bright Chinedu Nwaukwa

Ag President Secretary

Rev Nnaemeka Anyacho

Cathedral Youth chaplain

　

　

THE PROJECT COMMITTEE

ST. PAULS CATHEDRAL, DIOBU, PORT HARCOURT

PROGRESS REPORT: MARCH 2013 – FEBRUARY 2014

For every house is builded by some man, but He that built all things is God. . Hebrew 3; 4

A. The Cathedral Project Committee was reconstituted by the Cathedral Standing Committee in February 2013 with Sir Ndukwe Nwaukwa (Chairman), Arc. Kenneth Onuoha (Secretary), Sir Chike Okwu, Sir Ndamati Wonodi, Lady Fortune Nyekazi-Wami, Chief (Engr.) Eugene Chuku, Engr. Charles Ihekwoaba, Engr. Chiedozie Adum, Hon. (Engr.) Achinike Wonodi, Mr. Chikeru Okabie, Hon. Owene Wonodi ksc as members.

The Committee has been meeting regularly to appraise developmental needs of the Cathedral Church within the context of the vision of the Cathedralists and the Cathedral Standing Committee. Attendance at these meetings have been impressive, the contributions robust and members’ commitment unquestionable culminating in this humble report of stewardship spanning our reconstitution till date.

B. PEWS:

The decision to build modern pews befitting of the cathedral has proven to be a good one as the church auditorium is gradually wearing a new look. Till date, a total of 45 pews and 3 kneelers have been delivered into the auditorium. Funding for additional 20 pews has been released to the Committee and production has commenced.

While thanking the Donors, the Project Committee encourages consistent funding of this project to ensure that the Cathedral auditorium is in no distant time outlaid with the new pews in its entirety. We also recommend that a mechanism be put in place to ensure that donations for pews get to the Project Committee as soon as they are made to avoid undue delays in delivery.

C. ADMINISTRATIVE/ VESTRY BUILDING:

We are thankful to God to report that the Administrative/ Vestry Building has been roofed. It has also been linked to the main church building through a walkway. The plastering is about to commence even as we have a Donor who has undertaken to provide ceiling on the topmost floor and another to fix all the windows and doors.

The Project Committee commends the Cathedralists and encourages their conspicuous candour and bravery in undertaking this laudable project.

D. VICARAGE

This project was successfully commissioned and dedicated by the Archbishop during his Episcopal visit on 25th December 2013. We pray that God’s blessings shall never depart from the Donor’s family.

E. CHURCH BASEMENT (ROYAL CHAPEL):

Even though there are vestiges of work outstanding, we are happy to report that the Basement has been in use as the Teenagers’ church and venue for several activities. To the glory of God, the Basement was commissioned and named ROYAL CHAPEL by the Archbishop during his Episcopal visit on 25th December 2013.

Furthermore, the windows have been fortified by steel protectors.

F. WOMEN PROJECT:

Following the handover of this project to the Project Committee in early 2013, the sum of N4m was released to the Committee at the first instance. Then another N .4m was released and N .2m was received from Sir Bright Wami towards the ceiling, thereby bringing the total funds received to N 4.6m. The money was expended thus: Plastering – N 2.688m; Electrical Piping – N .2m; Window Profile/ Glass - N .7m Ceiling Noggins and PVC – N 1.2405m. Work has however stopped due to lack of funds and indebtedness to contractors. The additional N 1m that was approved has been applied for and awaits release. We have however projected an estimate of N 7.633m for the following:

a. Completion of plastering - N 1, 604, 000.00

b. Completion of Window Profiles/ Glass - N 400, 000.00

c. Hand Rails (Internal & External) - N 800, 000.00

d. 23 no Doors - N 414, 000.00

e. Completion of Ceiling - N 130, 000.00

f. Tiling - N 2, 885, 000.00

g. Electrical Fittings - N 1, 400, 000.00

G. LANDSCAPING:

1. REMOVAL OF STRUCTURES: Following the approval of the CSC, the building housing some staff after the Women Project has been pulled down. This is a measure towards restoring the environment following degradation from residents and flooding. The resulting debris from the demolition has been used to fill the area. More in fill material is however required to ensure the water drains out.

2. INTERLOCKING: The access road from the main gate to the right up to the beginning of the church and the left access up to the beginning of the Women Project had been interlocked courtesy of Donors. There are still large areas not interlocked and we use this opportunity to appeal to Donors to rise to the occasion by undertaking some of these areas with a view to achieving a completion of the interlocking of the compound walkways and roads. In order to expedite this, the Project Committee has determined the need to clearly delineate the walkways and roads with kerb stones. In due course moulding of interlocking and kerb stones will commence, Courtesy of a Donor.

H. INSTALLATION OF AIR CONDITIONERS:

The installation of Air Conditioners in the Church auditorium has not been carried out due to lack of funds. The Project Committee recommends that the installation of the ACs so far donated should be prioritised. A timely action on this will forestall disillusionment on the part of the Donors and the congregation at large following the long time it is taking to install the ACs donated.

I. INSTALLATION OF TRANSFORMER:

Following the changing of the wooden poles to concrete poles within the church premises, the focus shifted to the installation of the transformer. We are glad to report that the Transformer has been installed by Engr. (Chief) Eugene Chuku and his family. It has been dedicated by the Archbishop and has since been put to use.

J. RESIDENTIAL BLOCK OF FLATS

This is a one storey, 4 – units of 2 Bedroom flats being donated to the church by a Cathedralist. Work commenced on the project in August 2013. Presently, it has been roofed and plastering is almost concluded. Our prayer is that God should continue to bless and strengthen the Donor and his family.

K. THE BELFRY

The Belfry has been dedicated by the Archbishop. At the dedication, the Archbishop pointed out the need to install an air conditioner and steel protectors. These will be done in due course.

L. ACQUISITION OF MOBILE SCAFFOLD:

The Project Committee had adduced the need for the church to acquire a mobile scaffold. We propose that this issue be revisited in due course as this will indeed be a prize acquisition by the church.

M. CONCLUSION:

We use this medium to express our appreciation for finding us worthy to serve. We pray God to grant us the grace to do more as the opportunity arises. We thank unreservedly all who have assisted us in one way or the other. Special thanks go to the CSC for the good working relationship they have maintained with us especially in the area of timely approvals. We appreciate also, the Archdeacon for his visionary leadership and the Cathedral Clergy – for their prayers and support.

We reiterate the need for prayers knowing that: "Many are the plans in a Man’s heart but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails" (Prov. 19: 12). We pray that our plans should continually be in consonance with His purpose.

Remain blessed.

Arc. Kenneth Onuoha Sir Ndukwe Nwaukwa

Secretary: Cathedral Project Committee. Chairman: Cathedral Project Committee.

　

　

　

　

ADULT SUNAY SCHOOL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 2013.

INTRODUCTION

The Sunday school arm of the church is saddled with the responsibility of teaching the word of God every Sunday. Following the synod decision as well as Archbishop’s approval, Sunday school has become an integral part in Sunday worship.

ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR

Sunday school is held almost every Sunday in the year except for few Sundays where there were compelling diocesan programs. The council witnessed a harmonious relationship with the Archdeacon of the Cathedral and his team of clergymen.

Sunday school manual was adequately provided by the diocese and on time too.

The Cathedral Sunday School Council participated actively in all the diocesan programs. Indeed the cathedral council recorded the highest number of attendance in most events organized by the diocese. This is a positive improvement when compared with the previous year.

The year also witnessed drive for new teachers which yielded a positive result leading to increase in the number of teachers.

Within the year under review, quarterly retreat was organized to equip teachers with adequate bible knowledge as well as requisite teaching skills.

The council observed her expansion week where various activities geared towards edifying the teachers and students of Sunday school were organized.

The council also participated and partly hosted the diocesan Sunday school Conference.

DIOCESAN PROGRAM

The first diocesan program [workshop/vigil] in 2013 was hosted by Cathedral church. The annual diocesan conference for 2013 was well attended by the teachers. We recorded 27 participants which included teachers from Our Saviour’s Anglican Church. We also participated in the quiz competition that brought us to the second [2nd] position in the diocese.

EXPANSION WEEK:

This is a yearly activity in all churches, that of Cathedral was a huge success. It was a week-long activity full of varieties and well attended by our team of pastors, their wives and all the units in the church.

FINANCE:

We applied for and received One hundred and forty three thousand naira [N143, 000] for the expansion week. The sum of One hundred and nineteen thousand, nine hundred naira [N119, 900] was spent and the balance of Twenty three thousand, one hundred naira [N23, 100] was refunded to the church. In the course of the expansion week, we got offering [Tuesday & Wednesday] of Twelve thousand, seven hundred naira [N12, 700]. Also One hundred and twenty six thousand, one hundred and thirty naira [N126, 130] was realized during the Sunday thanksgiving; 60% of the Sunday’s thanksgiving was paid into the diocesan account while 40% was remitted into the unit’s purse.

We registered a maximum of 25 participants in the 2013 diocesan conference at the rate of One thousand five hundred naira [N1, 500] each. The sum of Thirty seven thousand, five hundred naira [N37, 500] was applied for which was approved. Note that 27 teachers attended the conference; therefore two teachers paid for themselves hence they will be refunded as have been approved by the CSC.

We also collected the sum of Fifty five thousand naira [N55, 000] to organize retreat. We spent the sum of Twenty one thousand naira [N21, 000] and refunded the balance of Thirty four thousand naira [N34, 000] to the church.

CHALLENGES

One of the challenges of the ministry is inadequate funding as the ministry does not collect separate Sunday school offerings for the purpose of teachers’ welfare as well as other expenses necessary in running the ministry.

Insufficient number of consistent and committed members.

Some members of the church do not really like attending Sunday school as some of them are either outside during Sunday school or they come to church late just to avoid attending Sunday school.

Some of the teachers have inadequate teaching skills as well as sound knowledge of the Bible, thereby making their classes uninteresting.

Some people are adamant to answer questions during Sunday school.

Some church members collect the manual without paying thereby resulting to shortage on the amount to be remitted as sales to diocese.

Time given to teach Sunday school lesson is too short.

Some Sunday school attendees do not come with their Bible; this affects the level of participation of the students during Sunday school.

GROWTH AND PROGRESS

Remarkably, on the average; few students read Bible during classes and give meaningful contributions. We donated 50 pieces of Bible during our expansion week thanksgiving to the church. The rate of students’ participation can be put at 83% for now which is far better than the previous years. The total attendance for the year 2013 is twelve thousand, six hundred and ninety nine [12,699] against that of the previous year which was eight thousand, eight hundred and sixty eight [8,868]. More teachers were recruited and trained; we have close to 28 active teachers on ground.

　

ACTION PLAN FOR 2014

Some of the newly recruited teachers will be assigned to assist other experienced teachers so as to understudy them and grow.

Trainings and retreats will be organized at least quarterly in order to train teachers and to keep them abreast with ever evolving teaching skills. Experienced resource persons from within and outside the Cathedral will facilitate such retreats and trainings.

These trainings and retreats will equip teachers with more knowledge which will aid in making their classes more interesting thereby increasing the zeal of members to attend Sunday school.

Teachers are to be assigned to permanent classes so as to build up teacher – student rapport.

The unit will intensify their attendance to diocesan programs especially as regards to diocesan Sunday school activities.

REQUEST

We request that when the administrative block is completed, that an office space be allocated to the unit for safe keeping of our manuals/ other related materials, teachers’ rest room and comfort while they wait to teach in the next service.

CONCLUSION

We thank the Venerable for his support and cooperation and for moving the time of the Sunday school forward. This has created greater participation. To our Chaplain, thanks a lot for your fatherly guidance. To the clergy; we say a big thank you for your assistance. To the Cathedralist, we thank you for your immense participation and contribution.

God bless you.

CHINYERE CHUKWUMAEZE JOSIAH IHEANACHO

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　[Secretary] [Asst. Superintendent]

CHIKA OKOLI

[Superintendent]

　

HOUSE FELLOWSHIP REPORT

PREAMBLE; We wish to express our gratitude to God for His grace upon our lives and for enabling us establish this veritable avenue for the meeting of God’s people. As the scripture says in Psalm 133:1 "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity". The home-cell fellowship presents to us a good opportunity to deepen our collective faith in God, engender true worship and foster a harmonious living with all our neighbours.

We also appreciate our in the Lord, the Ven John C. Adubasim for his foresight in initiating this programme. His unflinching support has greatly helped to sustain our collective interest and participation in the fellowship.

THE FELLOWSHIP IN 2012

The Home-Cell Fellowship commenced on the 10th march 2012 with about 45 designated centres and eleven(11) zones. The programme was embraced with so much enthusiasm as shown by their impressive turn-out. Mr Nelson Okoli’s Centre in D-Line, for instance, recorded an average of thirty-seven (37) committed members then. All the Centres in Rumukalagbor reported very high turn-out just as most Centres in Orogbum. Days of meeting were fixed for the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month, preceded by a preparatory class at 5pm.

Our initial experience showed that while most of those called to serve have remained committed, a few others showed little or no interest. Some designated Centres could not stand due to the negative attitude of the hosts.

HOW WE FARED IN 2013

Due to some lapses or challenges witnessed in 2012, some adjustments were effected early in 2013 which has impacted positively in our activities. New teachers were raised and paired with the old ones. The following changes took place within the year under review.

For effective monitoring, what used to be Orogbum Zone was split into two(2) with Mrs. Helen Oguzo as co-ordinator for Orogbum 1 (5 centres) while Orogbum ll with 3 centres has Evang Ephraim Maduka as the co-ordinator. Two(2) centres in Orogbum ll that were found dormant for some months due to sudden departure of those posted there were quickly resuscitated.

What used to be Special Zone was split into two(2) namely (a) Mgbuoba/Rumuola/Agip Zone with four(4) centres has Bro Obinna Onyemuwa as the co-ordinator; (b) Rumuokoro/Rumuodara zone with 3 Centres has Bro Josiah Iheanacho as the co-ordinator. Mrs. Vivian Ole’s Centre was taken to the Oromineke/D-Line Zone while Dr Adjugah’s Centre, for now, is the only special centre.

Two (2) co-ordinators were replaced for ineffectiveness. Lady Margaret Wokocha from Rumukalagbor Zone replaced Sir Ken Chinda while Bro Christian Ojukwu replaced Sir Peter Orji at the Oroworukwo zone.

The days of meeting was changed from 2nd and 4th Sundays in a month to the 1st and 3rd Sundays.

ACHIEVEMENTS/TESTIMONIES

By the special grace of God, the Home-Cell Fellowship has taken a foothold in most of the target areas. We have not relented in our meetings, though, punctuality and regularity remains a bit of a challenge. However, attendance to preparatory class and house meetings have relatively stabilized with testimonies of God’s visible hands in the lives of these few faithful ones.

Testimonies abound relating to safe child delivery, journey mercies, divine healings, deliverance from accidents, promotion in work places, successful wedding ceremonies etc.

On the average, many centres still record high attendance as in the following;

Rev. Chamberlain Oguzo’s Centre (Orogbum 1)---------------22 persons

Dame Hannah Aguma’s Centre (Orogbum 1)-----------------10 "

Mr. Nelson Okoli’s Centre (Oromineke/D-Line)---------------19 "

Engr. Eugene Chuku’s Centre (Rumukalagbor)----------------22 "

On the zonal level, Rumukalagbor has been quite outstanding in all ramifications while our brother, Christian Ojukwu is doing a great job in Oroworukwo zone. A few zones have wholeheartedly embraced the newly introduced evangelism/visitation and testified huge successes. We held very fruitful quarterly Retreats thrice in 2013, hoping to replicate same this year. One of our hosts, Bro Nyesom Nyeche Woluchor, has graciously converted his business place into mini-chapel, to ensure that the Home- Cell fellowship in his house is permanent.

CHALLENGES

The centres in New GRA/Stadium Road Zone have virtually been dormant from onset and efforts by the co-ordinator, Lady Dorothy Okwu-Worlu to revive them didn’t yield any result.

The Centres in the cathedral compound which should have been vibrant and a shinning example to others have always recorded very low turn-out.

Despite the sustained awareness given to the home-cell fellowship, most members of the church have continued to shun the programme , even when centres are located within their vicinity.

Deep-seated enmity, community/family meetings, social club engagements are the major reasons given by many cathedralists for not being part of the house fellowship.

Efforts at securing a place around the Atakos of Oroabali have proved abortive. We’ve been refused usage of the hall in Chief Atako’s compound inspite of our passionate pleas.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Announcements relating to house fellowship be intensified and extended to other church programmes, Units/Group meetings.

The policy of attaching welfare issues or social outings in the church to membership of the home-cell fellowship should be fully implemented without further delay.

The church authorities should, once in a while, monitor and ascertain those leaders in the church who deliberately shun house fellowship. Sanctions should start from them.

All those residing in the compound should be compelled to be part of this fellowship or be sanctioned in some way.

A particular Sunday should be set aside to showcase house fellowship. Outstanding zones/centres to be rewarded while the service features Bible recitations/quiz, special renditions, thanksgiving, drama etc, all done in a form of competition.

APPRECIATION

We wish commend the Archdeacon, the Ven. John C. Adubasim, for his untiring efforts towards entrenching the home-cell fellowship in our worship system. We also appreciate all our host families for tolerating us, especially, some of our fathers who, out of enthusiasm and love for God, give us unequalled support by their regular presence in our meetings. These men of God include Chief (Engr)Eugene Chuku, Sir G.H.Omodu, Mr. Nelson Okoli, Rev.Chamberlain Oguzo.

CONCLUSION

We are believing God for a more fruitful year in our walk with Him in 2014. All the lapses we have so far identified will be tackled while also praying that God in His infinite mercies will touch hearts of our brethren who continuously turn their back on the house fellowship. Finally, many thanks to our out-gone chaplain, the Rev. Joseph S.B.Lebara for his support.

May the good Lord us all in JESUS Name, Amen

BRO OGE NWOKOCHA

General Co-Ordinator

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THE REPORT OF ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL CHOIR 2013.

"Praise the Lord, O my soul. I will praise the Lord all my life. I will sing praises to my God as long as I live" (Psalm 146:1).

INTRODUCTION

St. Paul’s Cathedral Choir, the largest traditional church choir in the Niger Delta province, a vibrant and growing choir with over 100 registered members, 60% of which are female while 40% are male, is an integral part of the church which maintains strong choral tradition in both the common worship (divine service) and in the Eucharistic service (Holy Communion Service). This the choir does in leading the congregation in both 7am and 10am matins every Sunday; wedding, burial and other ceremonial services are not left out. Though, predominantly youths, membership cuts across all ages.

MEANS OF GRACE

The choir organized a 30-minutes praise and worship session and exhortation prior to choir practice proper each time it held. Retreats were also held. These programmes were designed to revive the dwindling spiritual lives of choristers who as humans often stray perversely.

EVENT

The call of this Ministry is singing. The choir made concerted efforts to sustain the tradition singing of varieties of music from traditional Anglican Plain song, classical anthems, hymns all the way through to native air, canticles, in the year under review.

The task of performing a good music demands hard work and commitment. This lends credence to a 3 day choir practice held every week throughout the year, except in some days when the practice day clashed with important church functions.

On October 2013, the choir in conjunction with the church organized service of hymns during which varieties of hymns were joyfully and harmoniously rendered. The service indeed was spiritually uplifting. The choral groups, drawn from the length and breadth of Port Harcourt included among others, Exquisite Choir of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt City Choral and St. Banabas Choir Elekahia.

In the same vein, on December 22, 2013 the choir organized a Christmas Cantata in which THE NATIVITY OF CHRIST was performed. The programme was indeed awesome one.

The choir has concluded arrangement with a studio in Ahoada for production of an album. Be that as it may, our out gone Chaplain, Rev. Joseph Lebara, proposed a studio in Enugu for a better quality production.

DENOTIONS

A member having been moved by the performance of the choir on the event of service of hymns, made a benevolent donation of One Million Naira (N1,000,000.00) to the choir to mitigate the expenses made on transportation and other logistics in the cost of their practice and other church functions.

CHALLENGES

As a cathedral in the heart of a city as large as Port Harcourt Metropolis, the choir needed to be upgraded from the use of sulfer to the use of staff notation in conformity to the latest global trend spiced with innovative inclusions.

Suffice it to say that sons play an enormous role in the spiritual uplift of people. Since the choir leads in singing. This enormous responsibility cannot be discharged to the fullest if the encumbrances facing the choir are not removed so as to provide a soft landing for the choir. It is on this premise that the choir beckons on the church authorities to make provision for ample spaces to conveniently accommodate the pews so far provided for the choir.

In a related development adequate number of microphones of be installed to enhance good audio quality for full production of performance of the choir.

CONCLUSION

The act of singing and singing quality music to a superlative degree is indeed painstaking and time demanding. While we applaud the church authorities for their unflinching support towards the uplift of the choir to this height, we now call for concerted effort from all and Sundry towards the attainment of the aforementioned lofty in order that the cathedral choir be given the impetus to sing down the Glory of the Almighty God

Finally we acknowledge the invaluable contributions of our dear amiable, indefatigable, Archdeacon, Ven. John Abubasim for the conservation of the traditional virtues of the church and choir they are known for. Also worthy of commendation is our able Chaplain (though now on transfer) Rev. Joseph Lebara for his indelible words of encouragement and counseling. And also not forgetting our ingenious and pragmatic music director, Sir Patrick Ase for his unflinching effort in maintaining a high standard choir which sing praises in mighty harmony ranging out in a word of simple majesty.

May God’s abundant blessings continue to rest upon us all. And as we proclaim the Gospel through good music may he grant us exquisite delight in the abundance of peace. Amen.

　

OSONDU SMITH OWUNWANNE

Secretary General

　

ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL GOSPEL BAND REPORT

Greeting in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and Happy new year to you all. We wish to welcome everyone to our Vestry Meeting for this year 2014.

Here are the financial statements of account for the band:

BAND WEEK FINANCIAL STATEMENT

The sum of 140,000 was released for the purchase of the band uniform (Traditional uniform) the total of 125,170 was used while the balance of 14,830.00 was returned as the balance below is the statement of account.}

S/N	ITEMS	QUANTITY	AMOUNT EACH	TOTAL
¹	^Wrapper	^28pices	^3,100	^86,800.00
²	^Lace	^20yards	^500.00	^16,000.00
³	^Linen	^20yards	^150.00	^3,000.00
⁴	^{Head tie}	^10pieces	^700.00	^7,000.00
⁵	^{Etbor material}	^44yards	^180.00	^7,920.00
⁶	^Refreshment	^{2gala/ water &drinks}		^350.00
⁷	^{2day Transportation}	^{Going 1 person}	^350.00	^1400.00
⁸		^{Coming back 1 person}	^500.00	^2,000.00
⁹	^Load	^One	^300.00	^300.00
¹⁰	^Drop	^{For load}	^400.00	^400.00
		^Total		^125,170.00

^{Balance of 14,830.00 remaining

MONEY RECEIVED DURING VISITATION AT THE BAND WEEK

Elder Theophilus Owhonda – Gave us 20,000.00

Rev Chamberlain Oguzo – Gave us 3,000.00

5,000 was given to madam Ruth Nwadike

Making it total of 23,000 received 23,000 – 5,000 given to Madam Ruth

Total Balance of 18,000 left

Balance from uniform plus Balance from visitation which is 14,830 + 18,000 = Total - 32,830.00

EXPENDITURES DURING THE BAND WEEK}

S/N	PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES	AMOUNT SPENT
¹	^{All night Breakfast}	^5,000.00
²	^{Band picnic food}	^8,000.00
³	^Logistics	^3,000.00
⁴	^{Mofulars (red)}	^3,000.00
⁵	^{Ties (red)}	^3,000.00
⁶	^{Refreshment for variety}	^12,530.00
	TOTAL	34,530.00

^{Mr. Patrick Asi (Choir Master) gave the band N20,000.00}

S/N	ITEMS/DATE	AMOUNT
¹	^{Black mufflers /tie 3rd of August}	^6,000.00
²	^{Yellow mufflers/ tie 12th August}	^6,000.00
³	^{Text messages & Calls}	^400.00
⁴	^{Purchase of felon}	^1,000.00
⁵	^{Two times purchase of strings for guiter}	^400.00
⁶	^{Pink mufflers and ties}	^6,000.00
⁷	^{Typing of letter}	^200.00
	TOTAL	20,000.00

^{Expenditures of Mr. Patrick Asi’s 20,000.00

The total of 62,000 was received by the band for feeding from the months of June-December 2013

Note: Aside from the band feeding money no other money was given to the band by the church.

Only 41,700 was collected from the band purse, the sum of 143,000 was from the assistance of various individuals making a total of 184,700 that was used to achieve all these

The Balance left in the band purse is 28,300.00

THE BAND END OF YEAR

For this to be actualized free will donations were made by our members which some was redeemed in cash, drinks, and few food items and the money provided was used to buy other things needed

To the glory of God we the Cathedral Gospel band made a lot of achievements in 2013, irrespective of some challenges, agreements and disagreement God helped us to achieve a lot unlike the other years.

Below are the things and programmes we were able to achieve in 2013

Band Prayer Retreat

Visitation of band pioneers

Organizing of band week

Purchasing of and traditional uniform

Introduction of uniform wearing to band members

Band praise Sunday

Election of new band executives

Organizing of band get together

Band end of year celebration/ prayer gathering

All these were done through the efforts of the band members and external individuals

The only money received from the church is for the feeding of the band members from the period of January 2013 to December 2013 which was 104,000 only.

Thanks and God bless you.

　

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Band President Band Vice President

　

　

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Band Secretary

　

　

　

　

REPORT OF THE CATHEDRAL SECURITY COMMITTEE

Greetings in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ – Amen.

The Cathedral Security Committee, charged with the responsibility of providing adequate security, within the Cathedral Church of St. Paul’s, both for the parishioners and visitors alike. Inspite of all security precautions and arrangements on ground there were still cases of stealing within the Cathedral Compound.

CASES OF STEALING WITHIN THE PERIOD

1) ARCHDEACON RESIDENCE

The Archdeacon’s residence was broken into twice and valuable items were stolen (Laptops, handsets, etc).

2) CATHEDRAL CHURCH AUDITORIUM:

a) Breaking/stealing from the tithe box

b) Stealing of flat screen television

c) Stealing of two (2) video cameras

OTHER DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE PERIOD

The five security personnel working for the Cathedral were dismissed by the CSC for incompetence, laxity, and unseriousness.

The man O’ war command men were engaged to oversee the security of the compound until the Cathedral Standing Committee makes a permanent arrangement for securing the compound.

The Cathedral Standing Committee (CSC) interviewed and approved Danger Guard Security Services Ltd, to take charge of securing the compound and they have officially taken over from the man o’ war command.

SECURITY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CATHEDRAL STANDING COMMITTEE (CSC)

The Cathedral Security Committee has made so many far reaching recommendations to the Cathedral Standing Committee (CSC), many of which has not been implemented, the authority attributes the non-implementation to lack of funds.

We hereby reproduce some of the recommendations:

1) ID CARDS

I.D Card for all church residence.

2) SQUATTERS

The church authorities should do away with all Cathedral Compound squatters.

3) OVERGROWN BUSHES

All overgrown bushes within the church fences be cut at-least once in a month.

4) MINI SECURITY HOUSE

A Mini Security House should be built within the Archdeacons residential area.

5) EXTRA-SECURITY MEN

Five security men is totally inadequate for the compound, therefore more security men should be engaged.

6) SECURITY BARB WIRE

The church should as a matter of urgency look at the possibility of placement of security barb wire and or sharp object in all the church fences.

7) CATHEDRAL RESIDENCE DATA

The data of all Cathedral residence should be compiled in such a way that each household is listed.

8) VEHICLE PARKING/NO PARKING AREAS

There should be regular announcement by church for members and visitors to obey vehicle parking instructions.

9) D/LINE END OF THE CHURCH FENCE

The D/Line end of the church fence is too low and needs to be raised.

10) SECURITY BARRIERS

Construction of security barricade at the main entrance to the church.

11) LIGHTING OF THE CHURCH COMPOUND

The church authority has done a lot of work in the lighting of the church compound but there is still some more work to be done.

12) INTERCOM

The intercom within the compound are all gone dead and needs to be reactivated.

13) MAIN GATE SECURITY HOUSE (CONVENIENCE)

Convenience should be provided for the main gate security House.

14) HOLES IN THE FENCES

All holes discovered within the fences must be closed, immediately it is discovered.

15) MODERN PLASTIC CAUTION CONES

We recommend for the procurement of modern plastic cones for use in the Cathedral.

17) DRIVERS STAND

Having observed the security implications, the hanging around of drivers has constituted recently, we hereby recommend, the provision of a temporary stand for all the drivers.

18) CATHEDRAL BASEMENT CHAPEL

Non completion of work at the Cathedral basement chapel (now royal youths chapel) i.e. the windows, Doors and the protectors, serves as easy access to the church auditorium for thieves.

19) THE CHURCH AUDITORIUM DOOR LOCK

There is need for the reinforcement of the main auditorium door lock.

Among other recommendations.

APPEAL

The Security Committee wish to appeal to all Cathedralist and their visitors to always adhere strictly and obey all security instructions and also co-operate with our security personnel. Security is a very important matter and is everybody’s business, we all have a role to play.

For: Cathedral Security Committee

SIR FERDINAND ANYAWATA MRS. IBIYE KPEH

Chairman Secretary

　

REPORT FROM MISSION AND EVANGELISM COMMISSION 2013

The year was started with twenty one ( 21) 　days 　fasting and prayer programme. It was from 　the 1st to 21st of January. It was a daily programme which starts at 6am with fasting and ends by 6pm with an evening prayer. The Priests and some members of the congregation were the daily coordinator .

SUNRISE/SUNSET

The Sunrise which use to be for the first week of every month was changed to the first three (3) days of every month to accommodate members that were unable to attend the early morning service .

We now have Sunrise and Sunset Prophet Prayer which now hold at 6am- 7am and 6pm - 8pm. During this programme, Guest Preachers are invited to minister including our own priests and members of the church.

FAITH CLINIC/MID-WEEK SERVICE

Both services are held on every Wednesdays of the week. The faith clinic service starts by 10 am and ends by 12pm while the Mid Week service is 6 - 8pm

Special programs are some times organized 　to help in our christian life. e.g. Healing services, for fruit of the womb, breakthroughs,etc

VIGIL NIGHT

The night vigil comes up every last Saturday of the month. Each vigil has it's own Theme and a Guest preacher. The numerical strength increases every month.

GABON MISSION FIELD

The Gabon Mission　which was a missionary church is now registered and known as Anglican Church of Gabon. The Pastor in charge, Rev. Serge visited.

SEVEN (7) NIGHTS OF POSSIBILITIES

The seven nights of possibilities took place from the 25th of November to the 1st of December, 2013 with the Theme " THE UNLIMITED GOD"

Our Guest Preachers were, Rev. Mike Okoh from Diocese of Onitsha, Rev. Cannon B. C. Orah a missionary in Ghana and Ven. John Adubasim of the cathedral church.

We had lots of guest Artists that performed during the seven nights, Chisa Amewhule, Easter Chinda,etc and the cathedral mass choir .

It was awesome in the presence of God. There were healing, deliverance, reconciliations and lots of miracles all through the seven nights which was concluded with a praise and suya night.

REPORT ON FAITH CLINIC BETWEEN FEBRUARY 2013 – FEBRUARY 2014

We give God all the glory for the growth of the Faith Clinic. A Clinic that started in 2010 with an attendance of 8 – 15 persons has grown so large that today, we can make bold to say that we have a membership of over 200 persons. We also generate income through (offering & seed faith) of between =N=100,000 and =N=150,000 per month.

　

FOUNDATION BIBLE CLASS REPORT

We give God all the glory for the Foundation class. We also thank Him for our Venerable John Adubasim who bought this vision and also for our Canon Kingsley Ogbonda who has been working tirelessly to sustain the vision.

The Foundation class which started in August 2012 is aimed at leading worshippers to Christ, giving believers the foundation of Christian faith, equipping the saints and empowering the saint. To this effect, a booklet and a manual was put together which comprises various lessons and evaluation questions both for the teachers and students. The entire scheme of work for the foundation class as contained in the manual is divided into three large parts:

Part 1: Basis / foundation of discipleship

Part 2: School of discipleship

Part 3: Introduction to the school of ministry.

Part 1 is made up of 6 lessons namely:

Who is God, the Father?

Who is Jesus Christ?

Who is the Holy Spirit?

Who is the Church

Resurrection

Part 2 is made up of 7 lessons namely:

Personal devotion

Giving: an act of worship

Christian consecration

Biblical fasting

Christian witnessing

Temptation and Trial

Spiritual warfare

Part 3 is made up of 4 lessons namely:

Understanding your calling (Spiritual gifts)

Character (Fruit of the spirit)

Team work

Competency

GRADUATION:

A total of 37 persons including lay readers, 1 Evangelist and 1 Sunday School Teacher graduated on 10th November 2013. We are looking forward to the graduation of the second batch.

WORKFORCE:

The foundation class kick started with a few lay readers and evangelists but, to the glory of God, we have raised more teachers which have increased the work strength to about 30 teachers.

OBSERVATIONS:

All the graduands of the foundation class who are new members have been engaged in various units of their calling and interest i.e. through the foundation class the Lord has raised willing labourers for His church.

All graduands of the class serve with passion in their various units

Graduands and students of the foundation class make up atleast 40% of the attendance of our church weekly programmes.

RECOMMENDAITONS:

We therefore recommend that, the church should take seriously the policy that new members must pass through the foundation class before being registered with the church and before belonging to any unit of the church.

Old members of the church, especially all church workers should be encouraged to pass through the foundation class because, the teachings at the foundation class will inspire them to serve God with passion in their respective unit thereby, solving the problem of pushing people to serve God.

CONCLUSION:

This report will not be complete without appreciating all the teachers who have been working tirelessly to raise disciples for Christ and equip the saints of Christ. May the good Lord bless them out of his good treasure in Jesus name, Amen!

We will not also fail to thank the church leadership for the privilege to in this capacity because, it pays to serve Jesus.

It is also our expectation and prayer that this foundation class will b eincluded in the church policy so that it will not at any time be affected by a change of administration because the foundation class has come to stay.

　

Elikwu Juliet (Mrs.) Bro. Glory Wonte

Co-ordinator Secretary

　

　

REPORT FROM THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE

The education committee was appointed and inaugurated in April 2012 and re-appointed in April 2013 with a mandate to recruit candidates for computer training, draw up a blue print for the Nursery School and any other educational matters the committee may deem fit for the Cathedral.

1. COMPUTER TRAINING.

The committee has successfully graduated four batches of ICT students in two years (2012 – 2013).

2. NURSERY SCHOOL.

The committee had reported on the inadequacy of the present MDG – Nursery School building and its unsuitability to the above project. However, the Committee recommended its use for extra mural and Adult education.

3. EXTRA-MURAL / PART - TIME PROGRAMME.

The Committee received approval at the penultimate meeting of the CSC this year for its proposal to run this programme in order to prepare students for JAMB/UTME, WAEC/NECO, Professional examinations (ICAN, NIM, CIPM, etc) and Adult education. The latter has been identified by the Rebisi Female Teachers Association (RFTA) as one of their core programmes.

4. YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME.

The Committee is of the opinion that the church should go beyond computer training and classroom learning to empowering our youth with skills to face current life challenges. This programme comprises employability training and entrepreneurship training in cell phone repairs, computer repairs, sewing, decoration, catering services, landscaping/horticulture among others.

5. ICT CENTER / LIBRARY.

The ICT Center has been underutilized hence the need to lease it so that this facility can be optimally utilized. The center will become more functional as a training center, business center and a cybercafé. It should be able to serve the Cathedral and others. It is expected to be self-sustained as well as generate some income for evangelical work in the church.

Presently, a manager has been recommended to the CSC for approval.

The library under this new arrangement will create awareness and encourage reading by our children. From time to time the church will add books donated by its congregation.

_________________________ _____________________

Dr. (Mrs) Ihesinachi Kalagbor Mr. Christian Ojukwu (Chairperson)

　

　

　

MINUTES OF MEETING HELD AT THE CHURCH AUDITORIUM

ORGAN: 2014 VESTRY MEETING

DATE: 23RD FEBRUARY, 2014

OPENING:

The meeting started shortly after the Combine service at 12.42pm with opening prayer said by the Ven. Gershion Wonodi.

ARCHDEACON’S ADDRESS

The Archdeacon read his address as captured in the 2012 report presented at the 2013 Vestry meeting. The motion for the acceptance of the Archdeacon’s address was moved by Sir G. H. Omodu JP and Mr. Eze Ahiakwo supported the motion, hence, it stands adopted.

QUESTIONS/OBSERVATIONS ON THE REPORTS

MCA REPORT

Sir G.H. Omodu observed that on the MCA report the issue of evangelism should be emphatic in that the MCA should take note that our family should be encouraged to improve on the spiritual life, this is apart from building physical structures. And that the MCA can take to street to street evangelism.

WOMEN REPORT

The challenge facing the women is the need for more active participation and that church should encourage them.

The Chairman observed that all groups in MCA and Women Guild should forward the reports to their general body for summarised report for the vestry meeting.

WELFARE GROUP

The Chairman advised the Welfare Committee to make effort to share things equitably.

DAUGHTERS OF HOPE

The Chairman observed that their next year report should be subsumed into the General Women Group.

CHOIR

The Chairman clarified the issue of the crowded activities in the Church by saying except the 40 days of purpose and 7 nights of possibilities.

The Vestry meeting unanimously approved the Anglican children ministry choir to be formed forthwith.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

Sir G.H. Omodu observed that people should be seriously encouraged to attend Sunday school and that there should be enough time for atleast two questions.

CHILDREN MINISTRY

There is the need to recruit more teachers to train the children. Drivers sitting back in their car after dropping the church members constitute security challenge, the security men are unable to identify who is who.

MISSIONARY (ANG.) CHURCH, MGBUAKARA

They were advised to publish the average attendance of the previous and the current year.

The Chairman also thanked Mr. And Mrs. Chim Okwuworlu for their contribution towards the roofing of the church building.

GOSPEL BAND AND AYF

The Gospel Band and AYF did not submit their reports. The house frowned at it. Hence, the Chairman stated that the chaplain of the above two groups should be queried accordingly.

Mr. Ifeanyi Ahiakwo observed that this Vestry meeting report be posted online in our website.

AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT

The Audit Report was read out to the house. Sir Patrick Ase moved for the acceptance for discussion seconded by Dr. Ofoezie Kasie.

Dr. Ofoezie Kasie observed that rent dropped from N400,000 to N321,000

Mr. Ephraim Maduka and Mr. Rogers Adiele moved and seconded for the adoption of the report as a working document respectively.

The Chairman specifically thanked the Audit Committee for good work well done through Sir Owene Wonodi.

FINANCE REPEORT/BUDGET

The report is found on page 44 of the comprehensive vestry meeting programme, and same was read out to the members in the meeting by the treasurer, Mr. Omunakwe Chinda.

Mrs. Rose Bobo Nwakohu and Sir G.H. Omodu moved for the acceptance of the document for discussion.

The Chairman observed that there was official increment of little addition but not the increment of salary. This was found on the staff salaries/allowance. After a unanimous resolution, Sir Feddy Anyawata moved for the ratification of the budget and was seconded by Mr. Irokwe Joseph.

READING, CORRECTION AND ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS VESTRY HELD ON THE 19TH FEBRUARY, 2012

The Minutes of the Vestry meeting of 2012 was read in the vestry meeting of 2013 by the Secretary, Rev. Canon Kingsley Ogbonda. The following observations/corrections were made:

Sir Nda Wonodi observed that there was no motion moved for the dissolution of the last CSC.

The following names were omitted in the attendance –

SIR UCHE NKWAZEMA

KENNETH IKECHUKWU OBI

OJUKWU CHRISTIAN A

HARDEN OLUMATI O

CHITURU PATRICK

LADY VIDAH AHUAMA

STELLA ELECHI

ANYAWATU OSARUCHI SUZY

EVANG. CHIKA FELIX A

BLESSING IFEKA

OGECHI ONYEGBULA

OGE NWOKOCHA

JAMES ENEREMADU

BARISUA LEBARA

FELICIA AHIAKWO

IJEOMA JOHN ADUBASIM

EUNICE N. AGBAEZE

BARR. THANKGOD OBASI

No. 45 to read Uju Chijioke.

The motion for adoption was moved by Mrs. Stella Chuku and seconded by Mr. Ifeanyi Ahiakwo.

APOLOGY

Barr. ThankGod Obasi

Mrs. Juliet Elikwu

MATTERS ARISING

AUDIT COMMITTEE: The house appointed additional two internal auditors and they are Lady Uloma Onyeka and Mr. Uchechukwu Agbaeze.

　

DISSOLUTION OF 2012 CSC MEMBERS AND THE ELECTION OF NEW CSC MEMBERS FOR 2013

A motion for the dissolution of CSC 2012 was moved by Mr. Kenneth Ikechukwu Obi and was seconded by Mrs. Rosemary Amadi.

The Chairman, Ven. John C. Adubasim dissolved the CSC of 2012 in accordance with the tenets and practices of the Anglican Communion and as applicable to St. Paul’s Cathedral Church, Diobu, Port Harcourt. Before, the election proper, the chairman pointed out the following;

CSC members that have spent 3 years already are not eligible to be voted for.

Eligible candidates must be communicants and current in payment of their class fees.

Subsequently, new CSC members for 2013 were nominated and elected as follows:

As part of his prerogative the chairman, Ven. John C. Adubasim appointed Mr. Azubuike Wami and Mr. Obinna Onyemuwa as Pastor’s wardens for 7am and 10am respectively. Their appointment was unanimously ratified by the congregation by a voice vote of yes.

Peoples’ Wardens: Mr. Francis Ukachukwu scored 76 votes and Mr. Omunakwe Chinda 71 votes to emerge as people’s wardens for 7am and 10am services respectively.

Other elected CSC members for 2013 are as follows:

Mr. Oge Nwokocha - 73 Votes

Sir Joshua Ahuama - 70 votes

Sir Chike Okwu - 68 votes

Mr. Eze Ahiakwo - 65 votes

Mr. Chikere Okabie - 62 votes

Sir Uche Nkwazema - 54 votes

Barr. Chika Agbaeze - 54 votes

Sir Kwedi Nnah - 40 votes

Hon. Achinike Wonodi - 38 votes

Mr. Emeka Iheanacho - 30 votes

Mrs. Ngozi Morgan Omodu- 81 votes

Mrs. Juliet Elikwu - 70 votes

Mrs. Stella Chuku - 65 votes

Mrs. Helen A. Okwu - 60 votes

Mrs. Chika Okoli - 63 votes

Synod Delegates

Lady Dorathy O. Adiele

Lady Helen C. Okwu

Sir Owene Wonodi

Sir Ndukwe Nwaukwa

Sir Peter N. Orji

Sir Nda Wonodi

Cathedral Auditors

Lady Ngozi Nkwazema

Lady Uloma Onyeka

Mr. Uchechukwu Agbaeze

A. O. B

Sir G.H. Omodu asked: "Who actually is the Knight of the Cathedral?"

Ven. Gershion Wonodi expressed his gratitude to the members of the Cathedral for prayers, the visits of the MCA and Welfare Committee.

　

MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT

The Chairman called for the motion for adjournment, Mrs Ngozi Morgan Omodu moved the motion for adjournment and Mr. Ebere Ojukwu seconded the motion.

CLOSING PRAYER

The Chairman said the closing prayers and the meeting came to close at 3.09pm.

　

2013 VESTRY MEETING ATTENDANCE

VEN. JOHN C. ADUBASIM

CANON KINGSLEY OGBONDA

REV. JOSEPH S.B. LEBARA

REV. PROF. SIMEON ACHINEWHU JP

REV. NNAEMEKA ANYACHOR

REV. B. U. OKAFOR

VEN. GERSHION W. WONODI JP (RTD)

BARR. CHIKODINAKA P. AGBAEZE

EVANG. CHIKA FELIX AMAECHI

ELDER MABB C. BRODRICK

SIR NDUKWE NWAUKWA

ROSEMARY N. AMADI

EZEBUOLA KALAGBO UMEZURUIKE

SIR G. H. OMODU JP

LADY AMADI P.

ROGERS ADIELE

CHIKERU OKABIE

ELDER LAWRENCE OGUNKA

V. C. AMADI

ORD. FRIDAY AMAECHI

AZUBUIKE CHIDINMA

ASE FLORA

OKAFOR CHUKWUNWENDU C

HELEN ALERUM OKWU

OJUKWU E. PRISCILLA MINA

LADY VIDAH N. AHUAMA

ALEX O. OWIRIWA

GOGO ESUUK P.

EMMANUEL KAYODE

EGWABOR CHRIS ONYEMACHI

TEMPLE CHINMA NDUBUISI

ETEYEN SAMSON UDOFFA

CHRISTIAN IFEKA

EVANG. PAUL O. IJEVIE

EKELECHI S. OKABIE

ORJI CHRISTIAN

BARR. (MRS.) C. O. CHRISTIAN ORJI

MRS. MARY K. EMMAN IMABIBO ESQ

OMUNAKWE CHINDA

MRS. SHOLA AHIAKWO

MR. IFEANYICHUKWU AHIAKWO

B. NEETUE

JUSTINA C. AMAEWHULE

FLORENCE K. BIENE

MRS. BLESSING CHIKA AGBAEZE

IJEOMA JOHN-ADUBASIM

EUNICE N. AGBAEZE

MR. AZUBUIKE WAMI

OBINNA ONYEMUWA

FRANCIS UKACHUKWU

MR. G. A. ASA

MICHAEL EZURUIKE

SIR S. U. NKWAZEMA

SIR JOSHUA I. AHUAMA

MR. EZE AHIAKWO

OJUKWU A. CHRISTIAN

MATTHEW NDUBUISI

IKEAJA EMMANUEL

KENNETH IKECHUKWU OBI

VICTORIA WOLUCHEM

OBYWOLUCHEM

NSIRIM PEACE

WOLUCHEM DAUGHTER

CHARLES OGBONDA

STELLA OKABIE

CHIEF MRS. GOODNESS OKWU JP

CHINURU ACHINEWHU

OBIAGEN FAVOUR ONYEMUWA

MRS. CHINWE OMUNAKWE CHINDA

PATIENCE ANELE

COMFORT N WOKO

REV. CHAMBERLAIN OGUZO

MRS. BARISUA LEBARA

MRS. HELEN OGUZO

OGE NWOKOCHA

MRS. ESTHER KEN-NEAGWU

OBINNA I. NWAEZE

STELLA N. GABRIEL

OGECHI ONYEGBULA

LADY FORTUNE NYEKAZI-WAMI

MSRS, CHIKA OKOLI

CHITURU PATRICK ALI

TAMUMOMIEBI D. ALLISON

ULOMA ONYEKA

UCHE AGBAEZE

BLESSING IFEKA

ELIKWU JULIET (MRS.)

ELIKWU CEASAR

MRS. IFY OBIO-ELLAH

ONYINYECHI LOLO

NWOKONI LIGHT

MRS. COMFORT A. OWIRIWA

MRS. RACHALE EZEBUNWO

MRS. BLESSING OJUKWU

MRS. VIVIAN WOKEKORO

MRS. ROSE IKEGWURU

LADY NGOZI NWAZEMA

ENG. TOMMY T. SAMPSON

ANOSIKE CHARITY

CHUKU, STELLA EUGENE

ROSE BOBO NWAKOHU

SIR NDA WONODI

VICTOR N. AMADI

SIR FERDINAND ANYAWATA

NDUBUISI OMUNAKWE

OPARA DABERECHUKWU DANIEL

SIR PETER N. ORJI

ENGR. IKECHUKWU OKAFOR

OKEY SAMUEL

MRS. JOY OGONDA WASHINGTON

UJU CHIJIOKE OKOYE

MRS. FLORENCE AJIKERE

MRS. JOYCE AMAECHI

STELLA ELECHI

OGBU LYNDA ONYINYE

ANYAWATA OSARUCHI SUZY

NNAH EDITH

SISTER SALOME N. ATAKO

PETER-KIO, O.B

AWHAOGWU, GEORGE

OMUNAKWE LAWRENCE

MRS. NGOZI MORGAN OMODU

SIR OWENE WONODI

MRS. ANN.N WUCHE

DR. KASIE OFOEZIE

BRO EPHRAIM I. MADUKA

IHEANACHO JOSIAH C.

OSUNDU SMITH OWUNWANNE

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OFULUE BRIGHT

MATILDA ALLISON

CHRISTIAN AMADI (CAPT)

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RITA OKABIE

IROKWE JOSEPH

AHIAKWO LOIS

OWIRIWA BRIDGET AZUBUIKE

HARDEN OLUMATI .O

JAMES ENERENMADU

EBERE K. OJUKWU

GIFT O. NWOKOCHA

SIR PATRICK S. ASE

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