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By UCHENNA ELETUO
The Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) Society on Wednesday said that it would ensure sustenance of the legacies of its founding members, 100 years after.
It said that the aim was to ensure continued service to God and humanity.
At a news conference to announce activities to celebrate its centenary, C&S Society listed prayer, evangelism, healing, deliverance and modest lifestyle as the legacies of its founders.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that C&S Society is a group in the C&S larger family.
The news conference was held at its headquarters at Okesuna Lafiaji, Obalende, Lagos State.
The Centenary Anniversary Committee Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, said that the Church was founded by divine providence on June 18, 1925 by Capt. Abiodun Emmanuel with the support of Saint Moses Orimolade Tunolase.
Ojelabi said: “C&S founders infused healing, evangelism and moderate lifestyle into their work, and it earned them rewards.
“Hundred years is a milestone, faithful are hereby called upon to impact the world with those cherished legacies that formed the foundation of the Church,” he said.
He said that the activities for the centenary celebration began on Monday with a walk-for-life.
He listed the other activities to include a revival programme on Wednesday and a musical album launch, free eye tests, and visits to traditional rulers, correctional centres and homes for the needy, on Saturday.
“There will be a centenary ordination, and a thanksgiving service on June 18 to end the event.
Earlier, C&S Society Spiritual Head, Babatunde Adebona, said that the revival programme would provide a platform for the church to seek more spiritual direction for Nigeria.
He prayed for Nigeria and its leaders, asking for end to insecurity. (NAN)