C&S Movement Acting leader pledges collective leadership for church’s unity

By Ola Taiwo

The Acting Spiritual Father and Chairman of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide, Ayo ni o, Most Senior Special Apostle Gabriel Olayinka Kassim, has said that he would be running a collective leadership to ensure that all hands are on deck for unity and develop of the Church

Kassim stated this during a courtesy visit to the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church (CSMC), Ilorin District Headquarters, where the Oluwole Foundation celebrated him with a car and other gifts in recognition of his service to God.

The Church leader said his administration would prioritise cooperation among Church leaders, trustees and individual branches to strengthen the institution and advance its spiritual mission.

He also said he would serve without fear and favour with the intention that unity and development his administration desired for the church are not denied the church.

Kassim said his administration would focus on identifying areas requiring attention, reviewing existing projects and developing strategies to ensure the completion of outstanding initiatives.

He noted that achieving the Church’s objectives would require consultation, proper planning and the active participation of relevant stakeholders.

“I am not going to be a dictator, but I will want  us to work together as a unit,” he said, emphasising his commitment to inclusive leadership and the consideration of diverse opinions.

The Acting Spiritual Father pledged to build and improve on the legacy of the founding father and the achievements of the past spiritual fathers of the Church.

He urged members to remain united, steadfast in their faith and committed to the Church’s spiritual mission and growth.

The church leader called on christians in Nigeria to pray for peace and progress of the country as the nation is witnessing numerous political activities.

He said that the ultimate goal should be to ensure that political decisions and personal interests contribute to national development rather than undermine the Country’s unity.

He prayed for the unity and peaceful co-existence of the nation as he said that prayers of all Nigerians were needed to sustain the development in the Country.

Kassim commended the Oluwole foundation for its support, describing the gesture as an encouragement to his service to God and the Church.

‎Speaking on behalf of the entire congregation of the Ilorin district, the chairman of the district, Most Senior Special Apostle Elisha Fabiyi, expressed appreciation for the visit and prayed for God’s continued guidance, wisdom, understanding and peace in Kassim’s life and the Church.

Earlier, Senior Special Apostle Pastor Moses A. Popoola delivered a sermon titled “The Why Question”, drawing biblical references from Ecclesiastes 3:1 and John 1:27.

Popoola emphasised the importance of using time wisely and dedicating one’s life and resources to the advancement of the work of Christ.

He urged Christians to recognise the purpose of their calling and make meaningful contributions to God’s work through purposeful living and service.