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This SEASON OF LENT began with

ASH-WEDNESDAY SERVICE on

FEB. 22nd at 7:00pm

PRAYER FOR THE SEASON OF LENT:

Collect

Almighty and everlasting God, who hatest nothing that thou
hast made and dost forgive the sins of all those who are
penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that
we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our
wretchedness, may obtain of thee, the God of all mercy,
perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our
Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.

Amen.

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Church Leadership

Head of the Church: Christ Jesus, Our Lord and Savior
Bishop of Fort Worth: The Rt. Rev. Jack Leo Iker, DD., SSC
Priest & Vicar: The Rev. Kingsley Jon-Ubabuco, BA, MA, MS, MDiv.
Assistant to the Priest: Mr. Emmanuel Okoroafor
Senior Warden: Mr. Hycaint Okonkwo
Junior Warden: Mr. Blessing Iheoma
Treasurer: Chief Gabriel Ojo
Bishop’s Committee Secretary (Non-Voting): Ms. Amara Obiyo
Bishop’s Committee Member: Chief (Mrs.) Lois Obiyo
Bishop's Committee Member: Dr. Moses Adedeji
Bishop’s Committee Member: Mr. Charles Maduka
Conventions Delegate & Non-Voting Bishop's Committee Member: Dr.(Mrs.) Uzo Ezedinma
Conventions Delegate & Non-Voting Bishop's Committee Member: Dr. Geoff Ogbogu

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The WOMEN'S MINISTRY

The Women’s Ministry

The Women’s Ministry is charged with engaging in fervent prayers for the church and its members. The Women also provide hospitality for special events and celebration, and continuing in their support of the church through the training and teaching of the children in Christianity, through the Sunday School Ministry, and at home.

The Women’s Ministry highlights its contribution to the life of St. Philip’s annually through their Women’s Day celebration, and on other special days, such as Mothering Sunday (4th Sunday in Lent) and Mothers’ Day.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY CELEBRATION DAY is on the Last Sunday of June every year.

Current leadership of the Women's Ministry:

PRESIDENT: Chief (Mrs.) Lois Obiyo

VICE PRESIDENT: Mrs. Ifey Mabel Jon-Ubabuco
SECRETARY: Dr. Uzo Ezidinma
FINANCIAL SECT: Mrs. Ifeoma Onwuka
TREASURER: Mrs. Caroline Ojo

THE MEN'S MINISTRY

This Ministry provides support and direction to the mission and ministry of St. Philip’s.
It also provides lay leadership and assists the Vicar, the Wardens, and the Bishop’s Committee in various ways for the furtherance of the mission and expanse of God's Kingdom.

MEN’S DAY is a yearly celebration of this Ministry. It is held in the Summer.
As to be expected, the celebration is usually a joyful out-door event, following a special
church service in praise of God, and in celebration of the spiritual dimensions
of the Men’s Ministry.
OFFICERS:

The Men’s Ministry meets after Mass on the Second Sunday of the Month.
The President: Dr. Benson Onwuka

The Vice President: Dr. Charles Maduka
The Secretary : Mr. Osita Nwalusi.

The Youth Ministry

The Youth Ministry serves the spiritual, social, Christian educational, and other needs of the teenagers and young adults of St. Philip-the-Apostle.
Their focus is on service, fellowship and building spiritual community with each other as well as serving the needs of the church and other ministries.

The Youth Ministry holds a YOUTH DAY on a late Summer (during the Summer, and before Back-to-School) Sunday each year. This Annual Celebration is usually a great community outreach event.

Mr. Obinna Jon-Ubabuco leads the Youth. He is assisted by Mr. Ozii Obiyo and others.