Pastor Adeboye Bags New Appointment

Pastor Enoch Adeboye Appointed as Patron of Ecumenical Synod

Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has been honored with a prestigious new role as the Patron of the Ecumenical Synod of Bishops, Archbishops, and Senior Clergy Inc. (ESBAASC). This significant appointment was announced during ESBAASC’s international conference, held from August 22 to 25 at Emmanuel Park, RCCG Redemption Camp, as reported by Church Times.

The conference, themed “Religious Tolerance in Nigeria and Across the Nations of the World,” focused on addressing the challenges of religious tolerance and exploring strategies to foster unity. ESBAASC, a coalition of Christian leaders, aims to promote dialogue, cooperation, and understanding among various Christian denominations.

During the event, Pastor Adeboye was nominated as Patron by Archbishop Prof. Kehinde Olubunmi, the International Prelate and Chief Host. Archbishop Prof. Mary Ajisafe, the Overseer of Peace of God Ministry in Lagos, was also appointed as Matron. Both nominations were enthusiastically received with a standing ovation from the attendees.

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Archbishop Olubunmi emphasized ESBAASC’s ongoing collaboration with global organizations to advance religious tolerance in Nigeria and extend this spirit across Africa.

Represented by RCCG National Overseer Emeritus, Pastor Joseph Obayemi, Pastor Adeboye reflected on his past experiences of peaceful coexistence with people of different faiths. He shared memories of his youth, highlighting how these early interactions with Muslims and other religious groups exemplified harmonious living.

Pastor Adeboye defined religious tolerance as the cultivation of mutual understanding and unity among diverse cultures. He also noted that much of the religious and sectarian violence in Nigeria is politically motivated, often exploited during times of economic and social tension.

He urged the attendees to champion the cause of religious tolerance, stressing that true believers should prioritize love and the preservation of life over violence and division.