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Author: Very Rev. Barr. P. Ch. Onyekwere Introduction Child adoption is often misunderstood in Christian circles and African societies. Seen sometimes as a last resort, its significance and spiritual foundation are frequently overlooked. This article draws from a paper delivered at the 2017 Methodist Church Nigeria, Lagos Archdiocesan Convention and aims to clarify the scriptural and moral basis of adoption from a Christian viewpoint. Acknowledgments Quoting 2 Corinthians 12:9, "My grace is sufficient for you," the author begins with gratitude for divine grace and for the opportunity to address this sensitive topic. He also acknowledges the efforts of the Methodist Church authorities and the Directorate of Evangelism and Discipleship. Defining Child Adoption Child adoption is the legal process where parental rights are transferred to individuals who are not the biological parents. It creates a permanent parent-child relationship with all associated rights...

AS THE DAY OF PENTECOST DAWNS! by Very Rev. Barr. P. Chukwudi Onyekwere Introduction: Pentecost & the Call to Revival “When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place… and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 2:1–4) Pentecost signals more than a historical moment—it’s a spiritual mandate. As we celebrate, we pause to ask: Is our church spiritually alive, hungry for God’s fire on pulpit and pew? Amid structural and spiritual shifts, we need the Holy Spirit’s revival more than ever. What Is True Revival? “Revival” literally means “to live again.” It’s God’s life breathed into the dead, dormant, or dying. True revival isn’t slick seminars or polished papers—it’s Prayerganda : Paperganda – finely printed materials, but spiritually empty Propaganda – hype, noise, visibility—but lacking depth Prayerganda – devout, fervent prayer that invites God's fire Revival means: Spiritual reawakening through evangelism New conversio...

See By Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles In an era clouded by misinformation, digital noise, and cultural shifts, the Church must rise above the fray—championing truth, clarity, and compassion. The Methodist Church Nigeria, especially through its Dioceses of Umuahia and Owerri , is taking a bold stance in promoting effective communication as a divine tool for leadership, evangelism, and community transformation. Through exclusive media chats with respected Church leaders, educators, and scholars, a spotlight has been cast on the urgent need for truth-driven and digitally aware leadership in both sacred and secular spheres. His Grace, Most Rev. (Dr.) Chibuzo Raphael Opoko Archbishop, Archdiocese of Umuahia “In a time where information is instant but not always truthful, we are called to be ministers of clarity, compassion, and truth.” Archbishop Opoko emphasized the Church's prophetic voice in the media space , declaring that "communication must be a ministry, not just a tool....