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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Mrs Ronas Dogari
Women's Fellowship
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Elder. Titus Musa
Elder
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Mrs. Lami Azaki
Women's Fellowship
Ministering: Pst. O.J Dickson
WOMEN
IN MINISTRYSUNDAY
SUN. 18TH OCTOBER. 2026
- Morning Dew — 7:00 am
- Sunday School — 8:00 am
- Worship service — 9:00 am
ECWA Central Area Abuja — Plot F61005 Adekunle Fajuyi Street, Central Business District, Abuja
Also today: Women’s Fellowship Choir Sunday & Church Workers Appreciation
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
- Topic
- Keep Your Lamps Burning
- Text
- Luke 12:35
- Preacher
- Pst. O.J. Dickson
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 serviceWorship service, 9:00 am
- Procession2 songs
- Call to worship
- Special numbers(a) Choir (b) Women Fellowship (2 songs)
- Announcements
- Offering / Praise and WorshipTLF
- Playlet
- Sermon
- One song by Women Fellowship
- Vote of thanksfrom Women Leadership
- Benediction
Announcements
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24Oct
Wedding announcement — Sarah Buba & Mark London
The families of Sgt. Musa London (Rtd) and Mr Buba Zira Kwaya invite you to the wedding solemnization of their children. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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25Oct
Prayer for October celebrants
There will be special prayers for all October babies and wedding anniversary celebrants on Sunday, 25th October 2026, during the worship service. We observe this for those celebrating birthdays and anniversaries at the end of every month, so November 2026 celebrants should get prepared. Thank you!
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26Oct
Women Fellowship international week of prayer
The week is scheduled to hold from 26th October to 1st November 2026. Activities of the week:
- Monday — Virtual prayer meeting, 7:00 to 8:00 pm (1 hour).
- Tuesday — Bible study: morning 9:00 to 10:30 am, evening 5:00 to 6:30 pm, online 7:00 to 8:30 pm.
- Wednesday — Zonal prayer meeting in your various zones.
- Thursday — Variety: song presentation, drama/playlet, talk show, Bible reading competition.
- Friday — Visit to the mission field (Rije Mission Field, Kuje). Take-off time 9:00 am.
- Saturday — Sports (exercise/massage), 7:00 am.
- Sunday — Rounding up in all LCs.
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1Nov
Wedding announcement — Jennifer Juma & Kirgit Amlai
The families of Lois & Jonathan Juma, mni, and the late Doris & Istifanus Amlai announce the wedding of their children. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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8Nov
Hymnal Sunday
Sunday, 8th November 2026 has been set aside to observe 2026 Hymnal Sunday.
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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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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. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
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29Nov
2026 Harvest Thanksgiving
The 2026 Harvest Thanksgiving is scheduled to hold on Sunday, 29th November 2026, with the theme “The Sincere Fruit of Thanksgiving.” Ministering: Rev. Daniel Oshio. Please prepare, pray and attend to praise and give.
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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. Full details are below, under “Wedding announcement.”
Wedding announcementJennifer Juma & Kirgit Amlai
The families of Lois & Jonathan Juma, mni, and the late Doris & Istifanus Amlai (Dan Magen Tangale) announce the wedding of their children, Jennifer Juma and Kirgit Amlai.
- Wedding solemnization: 1st November 2026
- Chicago, USA
- Reception: 27th March 2027
- Abuja, Nigeria
Pray along with us! Invitation to follow.
Wedding announcementSarah Buba & Mark London
The families of Sgt. Musa London (Rtd) and Mr Buba Zira Kwaya invite you to the wedding solemnization of their children, Sarah Buba and Mark London.
- Sat. 24th October 2026, 10:00 am
- Church: ECWA Central Area
- Reception: FCT Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Wuse
- Dress code: Royal Elegance
- Colours: Brown • Black • White • Gold
RSVP: 0803 692 4731 | 0706 558 3289 | 0806 337 5732
“Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.” — Ecclesiastes 4:9 (NLT)
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
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!
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!
Upcoming programmesOctober, November & December
- Wedding solemnization — Sarah Buba & Mark London (ECWA Central Area)
- Source Your Resources (SYR), Entrepreneurship Sunday
- Women Fellowship Week of Prayer (to 1st November)
- Wedding solemnization — Jennifer Juma & Kirgit Amlai (Chicago, USA)
- Hymnal Sunday
- Annual Recreation For All Ages — “Choices” (Bukkies Park, Jahi)
- African Praise 7.0 & “On Account of Your Gratitude”
- Wedding — Dauda Sidi & Hussaina Sani (ECWA Gospel Church, Jikwoyi)
- 2026 Harvest Thanksgiving — “The Sincere Fruit of Thanksgiving”
- ECWA Founder's Day
- Testimony Service, Child Dedication & Christmas Carol
- Send-forth ceremony — Joshua & Betty
- Bachelor's eve — Joshua & Betty
- Wedding solemnization — Joshua & Betty (Hong, 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.
- The 2nd offering collection of the month goes to the Karu Theological Seminary.
Prayer focus
- Pray for strength to remain steadfast during difficult seasons.
- Pray for joy and a heart of gratitude in the midst of challenges.
- Pray for faith that sees purpose in trials.
- Pray for testimonies of God's goodness and faithfulness after every challenge.
- Pray for endurance and grace to overcome hardships.
- Individual prayer points are invited.
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
Scene: Women in Ministry Sunday. Take: Sunday, 18th October 2026. Your notes save on this device as you type.
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