Grace in Action: Archbishop Opoko Celebrates Pastor Mrs. Chioma Ibezim, PhD, on Her 50th Birthday
By Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles, Umuahia Umuahia, Abia State — August 23, 2025. It was a double celebration of grace, impact, and global recognition as Pastor Mrs. Chioma Ibezim, PhD , President of Singles and Married International Fellowship , marked her 50th birthday anniversary while also being named among the 100 Outstanding Women in Nigeria by The Guardian Newspaper . In a heartfelt congratulatory message, the Methodist Archbishop of Umuahia, His Grace Most Rev. (Dr.) Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, TFSG, DOB, JP , described Pastor Ibezim as a “daughter of grace, a vessel of divine impact, and a shining example of godly leadership.” “A Golden Jubilee is more than a celebration of age; it is a testimony of God’s abundant grace, mercy, and faithfulness in the life of a faithful servant,” Archbishop Opoko noted. “Pastor Chioma’s heart of love toward people, her sharp sensitivity to the Spirit, and her relentless commitment to godly service make her a blessing to the Body of Christ and a ...