ECWA Central Area
Evangelical Church Winning All
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Pst. N.A Gbedaba
Associate pastor II
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Rev. O.J. Dickson
Host pastor
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Pst. Tike Saba
Associate pastor I
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Rev. Dr. David Tarus
Guest preacher
Ministering: Rev. Dr. David Tarus
HYMNAL
SUNDAY
SUN. 8TH NOVEMBER. 2026
- Morning Dew — 7:00 am
- Sunday School — 8:00 am
- Worship service — 9:00 am prompt
ECWA Central Area Abuja — Plot F61005 Adekunle Fajuyi Street, Central Business District, Abuja
Also today: Give the Lord a Shout Concert (Tribute of Praise), 4:00 pm, ECWA Goodnews Maitama
Please switch off your GSM, do not squeeze the Naira, and do not bring bags into the service, for security reasons. Thank you.
Today's messageWorship service, 9:00 am prompt
- Topic
- Keep Your Lamps Burning
- Text
- Luke 12:35
- Preacher
- Rev. Dr. David Tarus
Vision and mission
Vision for the year
“…ECWA envisions to be a dynamic global church guided by the Holy Spirit…”
Mission
“ECWA exists to glorify God and to achieve His Purpose…”
Today's schedule
- Morning Dew7:00 am
- Sunday School8:00 am
- Worship service9:00 am prompt
Order of serviceHymnal Sunday
- Procession / opening hymnSS&A 2 “A Mighty Fortress”, 7 min
- Call to worship5 min
- Hymn (congregation)SS&S 210 “Glory Ever Be to Jesus”, 7 min
- Special songsWomen Fellowship Choir • TLF • Children • ECA Choir: “It Is Well with My Soul” and “To God Be the Glory”, 30 min
- Announcements10 min
- Offering10 min
- Hymn (congregation)SS&A 69 “A Wonderful Story Again”, 7 min
- Solo
- Message30 min
- Hymn (congregation)SS&S 359 “Verily! Verily!!”, 7 min
- Closing hymn & benediction“The Lord Is My Shepherd” by the Choir, 7 min
Announcements
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8Nov
Hymnal Sunday
Today we observe 2026 Hymnal Sunday. Ministering: Rev. Dr. David Tarus.
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8Nov
Give the Lord a Shout Concert — Tribute of Praise
Today, Sunday 8th November 2026, 4:00 pm prompt, at ECWA Goodnews Maitama, Abuja (No. 8 Tennessee Crescent, Off Panama Street, Ministers Hill). Full details are below, under “Give the Lord a Shout Concert.”
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9Nov
Call to Glory — Late Dr. (Mrs) Asabe Toye
Service of songs: Monday 9th November 2026, 4:30 pm. Burial service: Tuesday 10th November 2026, 10:00 am. Venue: Assemblies of God Church, Evangel Worship Center, Hillcrest, Jos. Full details are below, under “Call to Glory.”
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14Nov
Annual Recreation For All Ages — “Choices”
Join the annual recreation programme (exercise for all age groups) with MAP-FIT WORLD, on Saturday, 14th November 2026 at 6:30 am, at Bukkies Park and Recreation Garden, Opp. Deda Hospital, Jahi. This month's Health Gist theme is “CHOICES” (Healthy Choices), by Dr Ibbi Ishaku. All age groups are invited — register for free using the link that will be shared on the Church Platforms. Don't come alone!
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19Nov
Wedding announcement — Ifukshak Mahan Dang & Adewumi Benjamin Paul
Thursday, 19th November 2026, 11:00 am prompt, Family Worship Center, Wuye, Abuja. Parental blessing: Wednesday 18th November 2026, 3:00 pm. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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22Nov
African Praise 7.0
Join us for African Praise 7.0 on Sunday, 22nd November 2026, at ECWA Central Area, Abuja.
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23Nov
End of the Year Thanksgiving
The 2026 End of the Year Thanksgiving runs from Monday 23rd to Sunday 29th November 2026, with the theme “The Sincere Fruit of Thanksgiving.” Ministering: Rev. Daniel Oshio. Come and thank Him in the measure He has blessed you.
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28Nov
Wedding announcement — Dauda Sidi & Hussaina Sani
The families of (Late) Robert Sidi Bature and Sani Isah Maigari joyfully invite you to the wedding of their children, Saturday 28th November 2026, 10:00 am, ECWA Gospel Church, Jikwoyi Phase 3, Abuja. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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28Nov
Wedding announcement — Benjamin Moral & Nana Makadi
Saturday, 28th November 2026, at ECWA Central Area, Abuja. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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29Nov
Prayer for November celebrants
There will be special prayers for all November babies and wedding anniversary celebrants on Sunday, 29th November 2026, during the worship service. We observe this at the end of every month, so December 2026 celebrants should get prepared. Thank you!
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3Dec
Wedding announcement — Godiya Amos Chiwar & Hassan Bennet
Thursday, 3rd December 2026, 12:00 pm, Church of the Brethren (EYN). Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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6Dec
Church Love Feast
Join us Sunday, 6th December 2026, at ECWA Central Area, Abuja.
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13Dec
Testimony Service, Child Dedication & Christmas Carol
Join us Sunday, 13th December 2026, 4:00 pm, at ECWA Central Area, Abuja.
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27Dec
Wedding announcement — Joshua & Betty
The families of Mr. & Late Mrs. Jesse Karai Midala and Pastor & Mrs. Ishaya J. Jibir cordially invite you to the wedding solemnization of their children, Sunday 27th December 2026, 11:30 am prompt, Adamawa State. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
Arise
Beloved, please see the flyer above for the details of Arise, and plan to attend.
Join us!
Give the Lord a Shout ConcertTribute of Praise
A Tribute of Praise concert, “Give the Lord a Shout.”
- Today, Sun. 8th November 2026
- 4:00 pm prompt
- ECWA Goodnews Maitama, Abuja
- No. 8 Tennessee Crescent, Off Panama Street, Ministers Hill, Abuja
Join us!
Call to GloryLate Dr. (Mrs) Asabe Toye (née Barnabas)
In loving memory of a beloved wife, mother and sister, Late Dr. (Mrs) Asabe Toye (née Barnabas), sunrise 27th November 1958, sunset 16th October 2026. Beloved, please continue to commiserate with Prof. W.B. Qurix and family (0803 312 0145).
- Service of songs: Mon. 9th November 2026, 4:30 pm
- Burial service: Tue. 10th November 2026, 10:00 am
- Assemblies of God Church, Evangel Worship Center, Hillcrest, Jos
More information: www.asabetoye.com
Please keep the family in your prayers. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4
Wedding announcementIfukshak Mahan Dang & Adewumi Benjamin Paul • #FUKADE26
Together with their families, Late Mr. Paul Akinwumi & Mrs. Eunice Akinwumi and Late Mr. Mahan N. Dang & Mrs. Virlia U.M Dang cordially invite you to the wedding solemnization of Ifukshak Mahan Dang and Adewumi Benjamin Paul.
- Thu. 19th November 2026, 11:00 am prompt
- Family Worship Center, Wuye, Abuja
- Reception: Vital Luxury Hotel, Kapwa, Lugbe, Abuja (past JFK Int’l School, turning in by the Police Signboard)
- Colours: Deep purple • Lilac • Pink
Parental blessing / celebration for Miss Ifukshak Mahan Dang:
- Wed. 18th November 2026, 3:00 pm
- No. 21 Ibadan Street, Palm Height Homes, Royal Phase 5, along Emmanuel Mbaka Boulevard, after Trademore Estate, Lugbe, Abuja
RSVP: 0803 807 2499 | 0905 398 7685
Pray along with us!
Wedding announcementDauda Sidi & Hussaina Sani
The families of (Late) Robert Sidi Bature and Sani Isah Maigari joyfully invite you to the wedding of their children, Dauda Sidi and Hussaina Sani.
- Sat. 28th November 2026, 10:00 am
- ECWA Gospel Church, Jikwoyi Phase 3, Abuja
- Reception: Kama Kings Hotel, Jikwoyi, Abuja
- Colours: Brown • Cream • Orange/Rust
Pray along with us!
Wedding announcementBenjamin Moral & Nana Makadi
You are invited to the wedding of Benjamin Moral and Nana Makadi.
- Sat. 28th November 2026
- ECWA Central Area, Abuja
Pray along with us!
Wedding announcementGodiya Amos Chiwar & Hassan Bennet
You are invited to the wedding of Godiya Amos Chiwar and Hassan Bennet.
- Thu. 3rd December 2026, 12:00 pm
- Church of the Brethren (EYN)
Pray along with us!
Wedding announcementJoshua & Betty
The families of Mr. & Late Mrs. Jesse Karai Midala and Pastor & Mrs. Ishaya J. Jibir cordially invite you to the wedding solemnization and holy matrimony of their children, Joshua and Betty.
- Sun. 27th December 2026, 11:30 am prompt
- Unity LCCN No. 1, Hong, Adamawa State
- Reception: Hong LGA Township Stadium
- Colours: Navy blue • Sky blue • White • Burgundy
Pre-wedding events:
- Send-forth ceremony — Tue. 22nd December 2026, 5:00 pm prompt.
- Bachelor's eve — Sat. 26th December 2026, 7:00 pm prompt.
RSVP: Dan 0706 170 5011 | Capt. A. About 0705 209 8034 | Mummy Hilda 0806 611 2161
“He who finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favour from the Lord.” — Proverbs 18:22
Annual Recreation For All AgesHealth Gist theme: “Choices” (Healthy Choices) — with MAP-FIT WORLD
An exercise programme for all age groups, usually held with MAP-FIT WORLD at Bukkies Park and Recreation Garden.
This month's Health Gist theme, “CHOICES” (Healthy Choices), will be led by Dr Ibbi Ishaku. All age groups are invited to register for free using the registration link that will be shared on the Church Platforms.
- Sat. 14th November 2026
- 6:30 am
- Bukkies Park & Recreation Garden
- Opp. Deda Hospital, Jahi
- Free registration
Don't come alone!
2026 End of the Year Thanksgiving“The Sincere Fruit of Thanksgiving” — Ministering: Rev. Daniel Oshio
Come and thank Him in the measure He has blessed you. The 2026 End of the Year Thanksgiving runs from Monday 23rd to Sunday 29th November 2026, with the theme “The Sincere Fruit of Thanksgiving.”
- Tue. 24th Nov — Bible study
- Thu. 26th Nov — Testimony evening
- Sun. 29th Nov — Expressive celebration
Please prepare, pray and attend to praise and give.
Upcoming programmesNovember & December
- Hymnal Sunday
- Give the Lord a Shout Concert, 4:00 pm (ECWA Goodnews Maitama)
- Service of songs — Late Dr. (Mrs) Asabe Toye, 4:30 pm (Jos)
- Burial service — Late Dr. (Mrs) Asabe Toye, 10:00 am (Jos)
- Annual Recreation For All Ages — “Choices” (Bukkies Park, Jahi)
- Parental blessing — Miss Ifukshak Mahan Dang, 3:00 pm (Lugbe)
- Wedding — Ifukshak Mahan Dang & Adewumi Benjamin Paul (Family Worship Center, Wuye)
- African Praise 7.0
- End of the Year Thanksgiving week (to 29th November)
- Wedding — Dauda Sidi & Hussaina Sani (ECWA Gospel Church, Jikwoyi)
- Wedding — Benjamin Moral & Nana Makadi (ECWA Central Area)
- End of the Year Thanksgiving — “The Sincere Fruit of Thanksgiving”
- Wedding — Godiya Amos Chiwar & Hassan Bennet, 12:00 pm (Church of the Brethren, EYN)
- Church Love Feast
- Testimony Service, Child Dedication & Christmas Carol, 4:00 pm
- Send-forth ceremony — Joshua & Betty
- Bachelor's eve — Joshua & Betty
- Wedding solemnization — Joshua & Betty (Adamawa State)
Venue for Central Area events: ECWA Central Area, Abuja, unless stated otherwise.
Notices
- To use the church auditorium for a special programme, write a formal letter of request to the Senior Pastor through the church administrator, Mr. Ephraim T. Makadi, on 08038963677.
- Please be informed that ECWA encourages the outward expression of faith through water baptism before wedding solemnization.
- Election matters 201: leadership is stewardship. As election matters draw near, every member is encouraged to pray, plan and participate actively.
Prayer focus
- Pray for protection against road accidents.
- Pray for protection against miscarriages and barrenness.
- Pray for our youth, that God would deliver them from any kind of addiction.
- Pray for Christian homes, especially those going through difficult times and serious challenges.
- Pray for God to help our youth overcome temptations of all kinds.
- Thank God for those keeping themselves pure in spite of peer pressure.
- Pray for those in search of life partners, admissions to schools, jobs, and any other prayer point as led.
Opportunity for kingdom investment in 2026
| Item | Target (₦) | Realised (₦) | Balance (₦) |
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| EMS support 2026 (60 Nos) | 36,000,000 | 21,600,000 | 14,400,000 |
| Seminary student (scholarship) | 1,200,000 | 1,082,700 | 117,300 |
| Mission evangelism outreaches | 10,000,000 | 1,320,000 | 8,680,000 |
| Support to theological school | 2,000,000 | 1,395,920 | 3,604,080 |
| Church welfare | 15,000,000 | 14,024,320 | 975,680 |
| Dove Brethren | 2,000,000 | 1,500,000 | 500,000 |
| ECA Music Ministry | 2,500,000 | 2,360,000 | 140,000 |
| Church planting | 20,000,000 | 10,530,000 | 9,470,000 |
| Media & Sound | 20,000,000 | 1,882,500 | 18,117,500 |
| Works | 105,000,000 | 3,500,000 | 101,500,000 |
| Pastorium | 10,000,000 | 1,747,000 | 8,253,000 |
| Rwanda foreign mission | 10,000,000 | 6,062,922 | 3,937,078 |
| Family Ministry | 6,000,000 | – | 6,000,000 |
| Ministry partners | 5,000,000 | 600,000 | 4,400,000 |
| Youth Ministry | 6,000,000 | 1,150,000 | 4,850,000 |
| Children Ministry | 7,000,000 | 11,105,000 | – |
| Hilux for missions | 40,000,000 | – | 40,000,000 |
| Support to DCC retired pastors | 3,000,000 | – | 3,000,000 |
Church account numbers
Name of account: ECWA Church Central Area
| Bank | Account no. | Designation |
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| Zenith | 1010327220 | Tithes, offering, gifts, donations and thanksgiving (₦) |
| UBA | 1008968613 | Dedicated EMS account (₦) |
| Polaris | 4090774435 | Kingdom project / investment (₦) |
| Fidelity Bank | 5601254653 | Designated account (₦) |
| Fidelity Bank | 5090090899 | Dollar ($) |
| Fidelity Bank | 5090093759 | Euro (€) |
| Fidelity Bank | 5240000093 | Pounds (£) |
Deposit your tithes, offerings, donations, kingdom investments and other gifts into the accounts stated above. God loves a cheerful giver!
Service notepad
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