The affairs of the church are managed under God, by members of the Parish Church Council. The PCC is chaired by the Vicar and Archdeacon, other members are the Clergy, Church Wardens, Synod delegates, Elected Councillors, the Bishop’s nominees and appointees, Diocesan officials and two nominees of the Vicar and Archdeacon’s nominees. The life of each council expires at the February Vestry (Annual General) Meeting at which a new council is elected. Every baptized member who has met his financial obligations is entitled to vote. To be eligible to vote or be voted for, in the election into the council however a parishioner must be a member of at least 21 years and in good standing, that is, he/she must have paid, the annual dues as at 31st December for the year prior to the February of election. The due is currently minimum of five thousand Naira (N5,000.00) per person. This may be reviewed from time to time. In addition, the member must be:
(a) A communicant
(b) Of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom (Acts 6:3)
(c) Qualified to lead in God’s household (1 Tim. 3:8-13)
(d) A worthy example to believers in all things (1 Tim. 4:12)
(e) Ready to toil and give of his/her time and resources sacrificially
(f) Ready to unlearn and learn at the Lord’s feet and draw strength and inspiration from Him and
(g) Contented with the commendation and appreciation of the Lord and not be distracted by man’s lack of understanding and appreciation.
The Parish Church Council Members 2023/2024
The Vicar & Chairman of Council
The Ven. Folorunso OreOluwa Agbelusi
Other Clergy
- The Ven. Uchenna E. Ekwensi
- The Revd. Canon Samuel Ajayi
- The Revd. Canon Bola Osinupebi
- The Revd Asoliye Douglas-west
- The Revd. Uchenna Nwanonyoba
Church Wardens
- Engr. Chuma Ngini
- Dr. Segun Fadiran
Elected Councillors
- Hon. Michael Osita Madueme
- Mr. Kunle Odumosu
- Mrs. Adanma Smith
- Engr Chinedum Okoye
- Barrister Paul Obi
- Lady Ifeoma Okafor
- Mr. Toyin Leo-Olagbaye
- Mr. Onyenze Iheanyi Onu
- Lady Stella Odusote
- Barr. Francis Onwunali
Bishop’s Nominees and appointed in Council
- Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN, OFR, CFR
- Mr. Varkey Verghese
- Mr. Matthai Jacob
- Dr Peter Nmadu
- Sir Alex Chika Okafor OON
- Sir Joe Best Okoye
- Mr. Akin Akinfemiwa
- Mr Olugbemi A. Ogunleye
Synod Delegates
- Sir Amechi Onianwa
- Lady Adaoha Ochai
- Mrs. Olabisi Serrano
- Barr. (Mrs.) Ibilola Igandan
Diocesan Officials in Council
- Hon. Justice Adedayo Oyebanji – Chancellor
- Barr. Olusegun B. Ajayi – Registrar
- Dr. (Sir) Ike Nwokolo, OFR – Diocesan Auditor
- Chief Olubunmi Sowande
- Arc. Ayo Onajide
- Dr. B.O. Koleowo
- Mr. Theophilus Okang
- Dr. Eric Sibeudu
- Dame Princess Karenate-Ebuson
Archdeacon’s Nominee
- Sen. Segun B. Baju
Vicar’s Nominee
- Prince Bimbo Olashore
- Mr. Victor Odeka (Jr)
The Council gives effect to directives from the Synod, the Diocesan Board, the Bishop, the Archdeaconry Board and from any other constituted authority within the Diocese. In addition, it evolves policies that would ensure the proper management of the human and material resources of the parish church. It is also to ensure that facilities for the proper cure of souls are available to the vicar and the curates. For the efficient discharge of these responsibilities, the council operates the committee system. The membership of Council for the year beginning in February 2024 is shown in Appendix I.
Committees of Council
Council operates the committee system to give effect to its decisions and assist the Vicar, Clergy and Wardens in managing the church.
The Ministries and Fellowships of the Church
We believe that every member of God’s household should be a worker for God. God has given each one gifts to be used for the benefit of His household, the church. Every member is therefore encouraged to join others with the same or similar perceived gifts to serve the Lord within a relevant ministry of the church. While the membership of Council and Committees are fixed, those of the ministries are fluid and vary according to abilities and interest.
When you become a member of the Church or you are going to be with us for an appreciable length of time, we advise you to volunteer to serve in ministries or fellowships of your choice, but preferably not more than two for effectiveness. It is expected however that all church members will avail themselves of the blessings through the empowerment at Bible Study and Prayers and through service in the areas of Evangelism, Missions and Church Planting. Similarly, all baptised women are expected to be members of the Women’s Guild.