VIDEO — "Earthquake" in Winners Chapel; Oyedepo’s Deputies David Abioye, Thomas Aremu on way out

 

The Living Faith Church Worldwide, led by Bishop David Oyedepo, is set to bid farewell to two of its most prominent figures, Bishops David Olatunji Abioye and Thomas Aremu, as they retire from active service this October 2024. These two influential vice presidents of the church have been instrumental in shaping the direction and growth of the ministry over the years.

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The retirements are in line with the operational guidelines of the Liberation Commission, also known as the Mandate, which serves as the church's constitution. The revised guidelines stipulate that senior pastors retire at the age of 58, a change from the previous retirement age of 60. However, the church's founder, Bishop Oyedepo, retains the privilege of lifelong service.

Bishop Thomas Aremu, who transitioned from a career in accounting to full-time ministry, will have his valedictory service at the Living Faith Church in Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Aremu’s contribution to the church has been substantial; he was among the seven bishops consecrated in November 1999 at the Garden of Faith in Kaduna, and remains the only one of that group still serving today.

Bishop David Abioye, whose farewell ceremony will be held at the Living Faith Church in Durumi, Abuja, on Friday, October 18, 2024, first encountered Bishop Oyedepo in 1979. He quickly became a central figure in the ministry, being among the first pastors to oversee one of the early branches established in 1987. At the age of 32, Abioye was consecrated as the youngest bishop in the history of the church in 1993 at the Garden of Faith, Barnawa, Kaduna. His legacy in the ministry is significant, having served for decades alongside Oyedepo in building the church.

This marks the first time in the history of the Living Faith Church that a public retirement ceremony will be held for its senior pastors. The revised Mandate also introduces term limits for future leaders, with bishops serving one or two seven-year terms, subject to approval by the Board of Trustees.

Both bishops are well-respected within the church and beyond for their dedication, leadership, and service to the faith. Their retirement marks the end of an era, but their contributions will continue to influence the Living Faith Church for years to come.