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"...FOR THE EQUIPING OF THE SAINTS, FOR THE  WORK OF THE MINISTRY,  FOR THE EDIFYING OFTHE BODY OF CHRIST, TILL WE ALL COME TO THE UNITY OF THE FAITH, AND OF THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE SON OF GOD, TO A PERFECT MAN, TO THE MEASURE OF THE STATURE OF THE FULLNESS OF CHRIST"

About the United Church of God

The mission of the United Church of God is to proclaim to the world the little-understood gospel taught by Jesus Christ—the good news of the coming Kingdom of God—and to prepare a people for that Kingdom. This message not only offers great hope for all of humanity, but encompasses the purpose of human existence—why we are here and where our world is headed. For more information about us, please read This is The United Church of God.

United Church of God Nigeria is the Nigerian branch of the United Church of God, an International Association which has ministers and local congregations scattered in many countries around the world with the Home Office in the United States.

UCG Nigeria's Senior Pastor is Fred Kellers, a minister resident in the United States. He makes regular visits to Nigeria each year corresponding with our spring and fall Holy Days. Nigeria also has another Minister in the United States, Mark Mickelson assisting Fred Kellers in Pastoring Nigeria.

Oludare Akinbo is the Minister resident in Lagos, Nigeria and can be contacted for visits or questions using the details in the Contact Us page as well as on the back of all UCG publications.


REQUEST FOR VISIT/PERSONAL COUNSEL

Jesus commanded His followers to feed His sheep (John 21:15-17). To fulfill this command, the United Church of God has congregations around the world. In these congregations believers assemble to be instructed from the Scriptures and to fellowship.

The United Church of God is committed to understanding and practicing New Testament Christianity. We desire to share God's way of life with those who earnestly seek to worship and follow our Savior, Jesus Christ. Our ministers are available to counsel, answer questions and explain the Bible. I am the Minister resident in, and an Associate Pastor for, Nigeria, Please call me on 08033233193 or (01) 8113644.

If you would like to visit one of our congregations, please see the weekly Sabbath service details on the Contact us page for the closest church nearest to you or feel free to write to us via e-mail at info@ucgnigeria.org


 

Quick Events Update (Click here for more updates)

  • Mr. Olusegun Ariyo and Miss Mary Williams baptized July 18th, 2010. Congratulations! (Click Image to enlarge)

  • Messrs Chinomso Ogbonnaya & Efeture Eregare of Lagos and Benin City congregations respectively were baptized into the body of Christ by Fred Kellers and Oludare Akinbo on the 9th of October 2009, the Last Day of the Feast of Tabernacles.

  • UYC 2009 Concluded August 25th

  • 7 Baptisms in April (in time for Passover) 2009. Three men were added to the family of God in Lagos just before this year's Passover on the 5th of April 2009. These are Messrs Fancis Ejike, Patrick Aninye and Babatunde Adegbite. They were baptized by Oludare Akinbo (Associate Pastor) and assisted by Fred Kellers (Senior Pastor for Nigeria, in the country for the Spring Holy Day season). Two more (Miss Phedora Eke and Mr. Athanasius Ariatanaonye) were baptized in Owerri on the 7th by Fred Kellers, and an additional two (Miss Julie and Rachel Aghimien) on the 16th in Benin City by our senior pastor. Mr. Jay Kay and Mrs Cecilia Obiji of the Owerri congregation also had hands laid on them by Fred Kellers

  • Mark Mickelson, Steve Allwine and Oludare Akinbo took a 12 days (5th - 16th Feb, covering over 3000km) road trip across Nigeria visiting, and strengthening the faith of brethren and GN readers.

Frequently Asked Bible Questions

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What does the Bible say about racism?
Did the ghost of Samuel appear to Saul after his death?
What is idolatry?
What is Armageddon?
Is it wrong to carry a grudge?
What does the Bible say about digital piracy?
What is the Golden Rule?
Can you earn salvation?
Why should I attend church?
Why does a loving God tell us to fear Him?
What is faith?
What is a disciple?
Did the thief on the cross go to heaven?
What does it mean to "judge," and why does the Bible say to "judge not"?
What is the "soul"?
What does the Bible say about reincarnation?
What religion or denomination is the United Church of God?
How can I choose a self-help program for overcoming deeply ingrained habits or sins?
Will 2012 be the end of the world?
How can I help someone who is grieving after the death of a loved one?
How should we pray?
How can I resist the evil influences of Satan the devil?
What does the Bible teach about meditation?
What is sin? How does the Bible define it?
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What do Bible prophecies of the future mean?
What is the good news of the Kingdom of God?
What happens after I die?
How can I improve my marriage and family life? What does God say about marriage and sex?
What should I do to live a Christian life?
What's involved with becoming a new Christian?
What does God want us to do?
What is sin and how can I overcome it?
What does the Bible say about jobs, money, debt and finances?
What Holy Days and holidays does God want (or not want) us to celebrate?
Who is God?
What is the Church of God?
How can we know that God created everything and that it didn't all evolve?
Does God care how I look? How does He want us to look?
What is the Bible and how can I gain the most from it?
How can you explain Bible scriptures that are difficult to understand?

United Youth Camp 2010 - August 16th - 23rd

CHALLENGER PROGRAM 2010,  MANGUNA, JOS (Dec 23rd - 31st)

CHALLENGER is a one week program in the lush, green grasslands, beautiful landscape and hills/mountains of Manguna District in Bokos LGA of Jos, Plateau state. CHALLENGER is designed to provide focused spiritual mentoring and personal growth for participants

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Who can Apply?: For members of the United Church of God between ages 20 and 30+, married or single. It is designed to offer first a spiritual challenge and second, a physical challenge. Deadline for 2010 Application July 14th. To apply, simply download Application and Information Form here. or send mail to Oludare@tishrinig.com indicating your desire to be a part of this.

See Pictures of the Challenger 2009 program!

Theme: Jas 1:2-4: My brothers and sisters, be very happy when you are tested in different ways. (3)You know that such testing of your faith produces endurance. (4) Endure until your testing is over. Then you will be mature and complete, and you won't need anything.

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July/August 2010
Vol. 15, Num. 4

Editorial: The Danger of Distraction

Cover Story

How Can We Cope in a World of Rapid Change? 
Do you feel bombarded with change from every direction? Do you feel stressed, overworked, with too little time to appreciate and enjoy life? Do you find it difficult to keep up with everything you need to do? If so, you're not alone. Our rapidly changing world is rapidly stressing us out. What can you do to cope?

Are You Protected by the Ultimate Security System?
We live in a dangerous world in which natural and man-made disasters are commonplace. Threats to our safety and security are growing. How can you insure that you and your family are always protected?

Immigration: How a Foreign Invasion Is Reshaping the West
In the last 50 years, millions of people from the Third World have moved into the Western democracies. Soon they could constitute the majority in several key countries. What does this mean for the future?

How Can You Deal With Information Overload?
We're often bombarded with information from every direction, leaving us stressed and fatigued. How can we better cope with this ongoing information explosion and sort the helpful from the wasteful?

Germany and the Euro: What Will Be the Ultimate Outcome?
A crisis often results in economic and political disaster, but it can also foster an opportunity for exercising greater control. Does the Bible indicate where the current crisis could eventually take Europe?

Time Flies—How to Make the Most of It!
Benjamin Franklin said: "Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of." The Bible also has many things to say about time and life—things we very much need to hear!

The Decline and Fall of Nations: A Prophetic Perspective
Ancient Babylon fell in one night after having been "weighed in the balance and found wanting." Can modern empires fall just as far and just as quickly? History and the Bible provide an answer!

UNITED YOUTH CAMP 2009 Concluded!!!!

The Three Teams - Red, Green and Blue, Mini Campers and Camp Staff

     

Rock Climbing, Rock Climbing Crew, Origami Class and Youth Corps Member Rachel Luecke


Parenting Resources

Click here for The United Church of God parental resource page. This section of UCG main website provides this   resource section of its Website to provide helpful information for parents, youth workers, instructors and anyone interested in the development of young people.

Material are added regularly that we feel promotes sound, balanced, and Biblically based principles which we trust will be of help to those working with our youth.    

 

In this issue of Vertical Thought...

- Vantage Point: Natural Attraction or Lust?
- The Difference Between Infatuation and Love
- The Big Deal About Dating
- Girls and Romance Novels
- Love Run Amok
- In Defense of an Ancient Universe
- How Old is the Earth?
- Caught! On Facebook
- How to Make a Good First Impression
- God's Feasts Answer the Big Questions - Part 2
- Life on Campus: Preparation With a Purpose
- In the News...

 Please click the Vertical Thought image to Read the Magazine of Understanding for Tomorrow's Leaders.

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