The Beautiful Temple of God International Ministries has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to compassion and community service with the successful hosting of its 2025 Christmas Empowerment Outreach, a large-scale feeding and food donation programme held at Lakin Adigun Street, Ajadi area, Ologuneru, Ibadan.
The outreach, organised under the leadership of the General Overseer of Beautiful Temple of God International Ministries, Evangelist Shekina Ayodele Ogunjale attracted hundreds of beneficiaries drawn from Ologuneru and surrounding communities, including widows, elderly persons, children, low-income families and other vulnerable residents.
The event formed part of the church’s annual Christmas humanitarian activities aimed at alleviating hunger, spreading love and restoring hope during the festive season.
From the early hours of the day, the venue buzzed with activities as church members, volunteers and partners worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth and orderly distribution process. Beneficiaries, especially the children were treated to nutritious meals, while others received food items such as rice, noodles, cooking oil, beans, gaari and other essential household staples, enabling families to celebrate Christmas with dignity.
Speaking at the event, the General Overseer, Evangelist Shekina Ogunjale described the outreach as a practical expression of Christian love and a fulfillment of the calling and mandate to serve humanity beyond the pulpit.
According to her, the outreach will cater for 457 elders, 300 children, and 150 teenagers, adding that the outreach has been sustained by the grace of God.
“Christmas is not only about celebration; it is about compassion, sharing and touching lives. This outreach is our way of ensuring that no one around us goes hungry during this season. We believe that when we feed the body, we also open doors to heal the soul and restore hope,” he said.
She further emphasized that the empowerment outreach aligns with the ministry’s long-term vision of community development, social responsibility and spiritual upliftment, noting that the church remains committed to supporting the less privileged, especially in challenging economic times.
Several beneficiaries could not hide their joy and gratitude. Many described the initiative as timely and life-changing, particularly amid rising food costs.
One of the beneficiaries said, “This food will really help my family this Christmas. I am grateful to the church and the General Overseer for remembering people like us.”
Another resident praised the orderly conduct and inclusiveness of the programme, noting that everyone was treated with respect regardless of background or religious affiliation.
Beyond food distribution, the outreach also featured soul lifting gospel from Evangelist Bose Adeiwa, short exhortations from Pastor David Ige and pastor Olawoyin Capstone led prayers for peace, unity and prosperity of the people and the nation as a whole.
The church’s welfare and outreach team and members of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) ensured crowd control, health and safety measures were properly observed throughout the programme.
Evangelist Olakanmi Mary an associate member of the ministry commended the Beautiful Temple of God International Ministries for its consistency in community-based interventions, describing the 2025 Christmas Empowerment Outreach as a shining example of faith-driven social impact.
As the event came to a close, organisers reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining the initiative annually and expanding its reach in subsequent years to accommodate more beneficiaries across Ibadan and beyond.
The success of the 2025 Christmas Empowerment Outreach has once again positioned the Beautiful Temple of God International Ministries as a beacon of hope, compassion and practical Christianity, reinforcing the true spirit of Christmas—love, giving and service to humanity.
