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How the world celebrated TB Joshua a year later

On Sunday, June 5, 2022, it was exactly one year since the transition of revered cleric and founder of The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), Prophet TB Joshua to eternal glory. To celebrate the life and legacy of the Prophet, people from around the world gathered, the first week of June 2022, at the headquarters of the church in Ikotun Egbe, Lagos.

Remembering the destitute and the elderly

Skilfully led by the Head of Ministry, Pastor Evelyn Joshua, on May 31, 2022, the activities kicked off with a charity event in a Lagos slum home to a large population of the destitute. People received a cash donation of 1.5 million naira and 500 bags of rice. Pastor Evelyn Joshua, who led the Emmanuel TV team, said: “We will continue to visit you.” She then asked the people of Alabarago, Ojo, Lagos: “Pray for our partners all over the world”.

Three days later on Friday, June 3, 2022, Pastor Evelyn Joshua welcomed elderly members of the church and announced a cash donation of two million naira. Each person also received an umbrella and two bags of rice. While asking for the continued support and prayers of the elderly, she said, “As long as the Lord lives, we will continue to do so.

Walk of Faith and Special Sunday Service

Later that Friday, Pastor Evelyn Joshua led visitors from around the world on a ‘walk of faith’ around The SCOAN Prayer Mountain. At the end of the walk, Evangelist Chisom assured people that they had received well from God.

Being the first anniversary of Prophet TB Joshua’s transition, Sunday 5th June 2022 was a special Sunday service at The SCOAN. The celebratory service was witnessed in ministry by ministers from around the world, including Bishop Trevor Williamson of the Bahamas, Pastor Carlos Alvaro of Paraguay, Pastor Obispo Elvis of the Dominican Republic, Pastor Freyle of Colombia, Pastor Bernard Mulder from South Africa, Bishop Asif Jamali from Pakistan and Bishop Steve Ogedengbe from Nigeria.

On the entertainment side, Nigerian comedian Ali Baba joined KC Brown, with the duo providing off-the-cuff but evangelism-themed humor during the service. Musically, there were performances by Esther from The SCOAN Sunday School, the Emmanuel TV Choir, renowned Nigerian flautist Tee Mac Omatshola, the band Salt of the Earth, South Korean opera singer Samuel Kim, of the Ondo State Government House choir, as well as American gospel. singers Vashawn Mitchell and Shirley Murdock. There was also a dramatic presentation of the teachings of Prophet TB Joshua by the theater group I For Christ.

There were also representatives from the Lagos, Ondo and Cross River state governments. As Reverend Bukola Adeleke replaced the Governor of Lagos and Hon. Joseph Bassey represented his state’s House of Assembly, Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa represented Ondo State, where Prophet TB Joshua was from. From outside the country there were representatives from Israel, Ghana and South Africa, among many others.

Speaking as the wife of Prophet TB Joshua and as the mother of his three children Serah, Promise and Heart, Pastor Evelyn Joshua has walked down memory lane as he recounts his early days with “The Man In The Synagogue”. She recounted the challenges she faced as the wife of a man who had to take care of people from all over the world almost all the time. She also spoke of his unwavering devotion to the Celestial Race, in particular his vow to God to give up anything that could derail him, be it his family, his fame or his fortune. She also spoke as the new leader of The SCOAN, promising to carry on the legacy while paying even greater attention to the needs of women and children. She summed it all up: “I have shared many wonderful times with Prophet TB Joshua…a prophet for generations.

Unveiling of the TB Joshua Foundation

Towards the end of the service, congregants were shown a video clip of the TB Joshua Foundation, which aims to preserve the memory and humanistic legacy of Prophet TB Joshua. It includes the TB Joshua Museum, the TB Joshua Fellowship Program and The Holy Land Experience.

On Monday, June 6, 2022, Pastor Evelyn Joshua led a unique and anointing-laden live service with visitors from around the world. During her brief message, she read John 9:1-7, 13-15 and told congregants, “Your case will become an argument among your people after you meet Jesus Christ through obedience. Get ready for a touch that will make a difference in your life. The God of Prophet TB Joshua lives forever!

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