Keffi-Karshi Missionary Diocese

21/07/2026

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20/07/2026

20/07/2026

KEFFI-KARSHI MISSIONARY DIOCESE COLLATES FOUR HONORARY CANONS AND ONE ARCHDEACON

Nyanya, Abuja | Sunday, 19th July, 2026

By The Rev'd Ezekiel Patrick Waje.

The Keffi-Karshi Missionary Diocese, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), was filled with great joy and thanksgiving on Sunday, 19th July, 2026, as it held a glorious and historic collation service at the Cathedral of St. Paul, Nyanya, during which four priests were collated as Honorary Canons and one priest was inducted as an Archdeacon.

The uplifting service was officiated by the Lord Bishop of Keffi-Karshi Missionary Diocese, The Rt. Rev'd Gershinen Paul Dajur, PhD, alongside other ministers. The guest preacher was The Rt. Rev'd Dr. Luka Allu, Bishop of Nasarawa Missionary Diocese, who delivered a powerful and inspiring message that stirred the hearts of the congregation.

The priests collated as Canons were:
1. The Rev'd Canon Ejike Nathaniel Ezeh
2. The Rev'd Canon Zamani Shehu
3. The Rev'd Canon (Brig. Gen.) Yakubu K. Musa
4. The Rev'd Canon Samuel Okereafor

The service also featured the joyful induction of The Ven. John Paul Tungzwang as Archdeacon. Ordained to the priesthood in 1987, Ven. Tungzwang was warmly celebrated for his many years of faithful, devoted, and patient service in the Lord's vineyard, marking a remarkable and memorable milestone in his ministerial journey.

The cathedral was filled to capacity as clergy and laity, family members, parishioners, and well-wishers from across the diocese gathered in celebration. The atmosphere was vibrant, uplifting, and overflowing with thanksgiving as the candidates were presented and formally admitted to their new offices.

In his closing remarks, Bishop Dajur expressed heartfelt appreciation to the guest bishop, clergy, worshippers, and all who contributed to the success of the memorable and joyous service. Clergy who came from as far as Jos diocese and Bukuru diocese were specially recognized by His Lordship.

The celebration concluded with the Benediction and Dismissal, after the ceremonial withdrawal of the Cadet Party Colours.

18/07/2026

God bless our father and leader on his 65th birthday!

16/07/2026

SALT, LIGHT, AND NATION'S BUILDERS: The Christian's Divine Responsibility in National Transformation

By Catechist Ernest Oji

"You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world." — Matthew 5:13–16

Nigeria, and indeed Africa, is richly endowed with abundant human and natural resources. Yet, despite these blessings, many of our nations continue to struggle under the weight of poor governance, corruption, injustice, and moral decay. The question every believer must ask is: Where is the Church?

History reminds us that genuine societal transformation has often been championed by men and women whose lives were firmly rooted in God's Word. Reformers such as Martin Luther, John Calvin, and John Knox challenged ungodly systems by exalting the authority of Scripture above human traditions. Their unwavering commitment to biblical truth laid foundations that contributed significantly to the moral, educational, and political development of many nations.

Sadly, many Christians today have unconsciously surrendered the responsibility of national transformation entirely to politicians, some of whom are driven by selfish ambition rather than godly principles. The result is a culture where corruption flourishes and impunity reigns.

Rev'd Emmanuel Ansah rightly observed, "Impunity is the oxygen for corruption. Corruption breathes freely where impunity exists." Indeed, corruption and conflict thrive together when truth is silenced in the name of misplaced loyalty or false compassion.

The Scriptures command us to pray for our leaders (1 Timothy 2:1–2), but they also call us to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8). Faith is never passive. As Rt. Rev'd Gershinen Paul Dajur aptly stated during the AACC Webinar, "Faith that tolerates and accommodates corruption contradicts the very Gospel it professes." Genuine faith produces courageous action because "faith without works is dead" (James 2:17).

One of the greatest tragedies facing the Church today is the decline of authentic discipleship. Many have embraced positions of influence without embracing the character of Christ. When ministry becomes a means of personal gain rather than sacrificial service, the prophetic voice of the Church is weakened, and society suffers.

Now is the time for Christian leaders and believers alike to rise. We must become voices of truth, models of integrity, defenders of justice, and agents of righteousness in every sphere of society. We cannot afford to watch our nation deteriorate while remaining silent spectators.

The Church must once again lead the way in true reformation, not merely through words, but through lives that reflect Christ and courageous actions that transform communities. When believers occupy their God-given positions with wisdom, integrity, and unwavering faithfulness, nations are healed, justice is restored, and God is glorified.

"Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people." — Proverbs 14:34

May God raise a generation of Christians who will not only pray for national transformation but will also become instruments through whom that transformation becomes a reality.

14/07/2026

A SHEPHERD'S REFLECTION

One lesson ministry has taught me is that, people rarely need another voice reminding them of their failures.

Most already know where they have fallen.

What they long to know is whether grace is still available.

Never underestimate the healing power of a kind word, a listening ear, or a prayer offered without judgment.

Sometimes the greatest sermon we will ever preach is the compassion we show to someone everyone else has given up on.

The Rev'd Ezekiel Patrick Waje
Keffi-Karshi missionary Diocese

12/07/2026

THE DANGER OF APPEARING PERFECT INSTEAD OF PURSUING GROWTH

"Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me." — Philippians 3:12

One of the greatest dangers of our generation is not failure, but the desperate desire to appear perfect. Many people spend more time managing their image than developing their character. They seek validation from people instead of transformation from God. Rather than embracing the process of growth, they stage-manage perfection to gain acceptance, admiration, and relevance.

True success is not built on pretending to have arrived. It is built through consistent learning, hard work, discipline, perseverance, and the humility to admit mistakes. Every meaningful achievement is the product of countless lessons learned from failures, disappointments, corrections, and fresh beginnings. Proverbs 24:16 reminds us, "For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again." Falling is not the tragedy; refusing to rise and grow is.

The obsession with appearing successful has also fueled the dangerous "get-rich-quick" syndrome, where many pursue wealth without process, influence without integrity, and results without character. Sadly, this often leads to self-denial, compromise, dishonesty, corruption, and ultimately destruction. Proverbs 13:11 declares, "Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it."

This danger is equally evident in the Church. Many strive to appear spiritually mature instead of intentionally growing in Christ. They wear the garments of holiness while neglecting the transformation of the heart. Christianity was never meant to be a performance but a lifelong journey of becoming more like Jesus Christ. God is not looking for flawless people but for surrendered hearts that are willing to grow daily.

The Apostle Paul, despite his remarkable accomplishments, never claimed perfection. Instead, he confessed, "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 3:13–14). Likewise, 2 Corinthians 3:18 teaches that we are being transformed into Christ's image "from glory to glory." Spiritual maturity is progressive, not instantaneous.

The rise of hypocrisy among some believers and leaders has weakened the moral fabric of both the Church and society. Where genuine discipleship and intentional mentorship are absent, appearance replaces authenticity, titles replace character, and influence replaces integrity. This explains why acts of wickedness are sometimes found among those who ought to model Christ. Matthew 23:27–28 warns against looking righteous outwardly while being spiritually empty within.

God is calling His children; priests, pastors, leaders, and every believer, to embrace humility, admit weaknesses, seek accountability, and intentionally pursue spiritual growth. The goal is not to impress people but to reflect Christ. Perfection belongs to Jesus alone; our responsibility is to become more like Him every day through the work of the Holy Spirit.

May God soften our hearts to reject hypocrisy, embrace genuine transformation, and courageously acknowledge our weaknesses with the determination to improve. May our lives reflect integrity, humility, consistency, and Christlike character, so that both the Church and society will experience true revival through authentic discipleship and godly leadership.

Catechist Ernest Oji
Keffi-Karshi Missionary Diocese

11/07/2026

ONE-DAY MEDIA BOOT CAMP HOLDS SUCCESSFULLY AT ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL, NYANYA, ABUJA.

By The Rev'd Ezekiel Patrick Waje

The maiden edition of the One-Day Media Boot Camp was successfully held on Saturday, 11th July 2026, at St. Paul's Cathedral, Nyanya, Abuja, under the theme: "Equipping the Youths for Effective Media Engagement."

The training brought together participants from across the Diocese, with both clergy and laity in attendance. The programme was designed to equip young people with practical media skills for effective communication and ministry in today's digital age.

Delivering his charge, His Lordship, the Rt. Rev'd Gershinen Paul Dajur, PhD, encouraged participants to embrace a lifestyle of continuous learning and consistent practice. Drawing from his personal experience, he recalled how, many years ago while learning photography, he exhausted two rolls of film at a graduation, only to discover after developing the negatives that more than half of the photographs were unusable. The story, shared with warmth and humour, underscored the importance of perseverance, learning from mistakes, and honing one's skills through regular practice.

The event also featured the Director of ACNN, Engr. Korode Akintunde who served as one of the resource persons alongside other experienced facilitators, delivering insightful sessions on contemporary media engagement.

By the end of the boot camp, participants had acquired hands-on experience in graphic design, video production using CapCut, and other essential digital media tools, demonstrating the practical impact of the training.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the Team Lead, The Rev'd Canon Kelechi Metu, who expressed profound appreciation to all the participants for their commitment and active participation. He also specially recognized the efforts of The Rev'd Ezekiel Patrick Waje, one of the organizers and moderator of the event, alongside other members of the planning committee, including The Rev'd Emeka Nwoye and Mrs. Omotosho Hajara, for their dedication to the success of the programme.

He further gave thanks to God for the visionary leadership of the Diocesan Bishop, His Lordship, the Rt. Rev'd Gershinen Paul Dajur, PhD (Baba Keffi-Karshi), whose passion for youth development and media ministry made the initiative possible.

The event ended with a closing prayer led by The Rev'd Canon Kelechi Metu, after which participants were dismissed with the Doxology, bringing a successful and impactful maiden edition of the Media Boot Camp to a joyful close.