Synod 2016 Report

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODCONCLUSION: We return all thanks to God for the grace to work in His vineyard.We are also grateful to all who have contributed to the success of our ministry, is ourprayer that the good Lord will richly reward you all in Jesus name.Amen. VEN. P.O.G.WHISKEL MEC DIRECTOR150 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODB. A.A.P.S. REPORTANGLICAN ADAM PREACHING SOCIETY (AAPS) SYNOD REPORTFOR THE PERIOD APRIL 2015 TO MARCH 2016 SUBMITTED TO THEFIRST SESSION OF THE 12TH SYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF WARRIHELD AT ST. JAMES' ANGLICAN CHURCH, 29 OJABUGBE STREET,WARRI,FROM SATURDAY 7THTOWEDNESDAY 11TH MAY 2016My Lord BishopDiocesan OfficialsHouse of Clergy & LaityDistinguished Ladies and GentlemenINTRODUCTIONWe give God the glory for his Grace upon us during our stewardship in God's vineyardin the area of evangelism.We thank the Lord Bishop and his team immensely for theirencouragement and assistance in every area toward the spread of the gospel of ourLord Jesus Christ.ACTIVITIES OF THE AAPS WARRI ZONE AT ZONAL AND NATIONALLEVELSMeetingsThe zone held five (5) regular and three (3) emergency meetings to discuss issuespertaining to the progress of the zone.Prayer Conference/ RevivalsEight (8) prayer Conferences were organized in the period under review.These createdopportunities for members to be maximally fed with the word of God and prayers tomeet their needs and challenges. All the Group Leaders organized revivals in theirvarious groups and units to encourage the members.AAPS Prayer and Fasting MinistryPrayer and fasting programmes were held every Tuesday throughout the year at UnityAnglican Church, Mosheshe Estate, Effurun. There were testimonies that show thatmembers needs were met both physically and spiritually.Welfare/CharitableWorksThe Zone spent a total sum of N 350,000.00 (Three Hundred and FiftyThousand Naira)during the year on charitable works to both members and new converts.Purchase ofTrophy for Bible QuizThe zone purchased a trophy for yearly Bible Quiz exercise at the cost of N 25,000.00(Twenty FiveThousand Naira).151 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODPurchase of Catering EquipmentThe zone spent N 650,000.00 (Six Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira) on purchase ofcatering equipment.Purcahse of Bus for EvangelismWith the help of our Lord Bishop,who permitted us to carry out a launching for a bus toassist us in the work of evangelism, we were able to purchase a bus at the amount of N3,356,000.00 (Three Million,Three Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand Naira).We saluteour Lord Bishop and his team and all who donated and contributed towards thepurchase of the bus.Zone and Group CrusadesDETAILS OF CRUSADES ORGANIZED IN THE ZONE DURING THEPERIOD UNDER REVIEW.Many of the groups could not hold crusades last year because of lack of finance.FinanceOur source of income is through contributions and donations by members. Here is thesummary of the Zone's income and expenditure for the period under review.At the national level, we were able to pay all the levies shared to the Warri Zoneamounting to N 1,300,000.00 (One Million,Three HundredThousand Naira)National CrusadeThe Zone participated in all AAPS National activities during the year.We attended thetwoAAPS National crusades at Ikole-Ekiti in Ekiti State and Orerokpe in Delta State.152 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODAAPS POPULATION (WARRI ZONE)AAPS National Prayer ConferenceThe Zone attended a three-day Prayer Convocation organized by the National body atAll SaintsAnglican Church,DSC, Ovwian-Aladja from 11th - 13th of September,2015.AAPSWeekActivitiesThe AAPS Week is a national programme celebrated in all churches.The yearly AAPSWeek celebration which is usually held on the last week of July (20th - 27th for 2015celebration) each year has always been observed. Each year yielded better results thanthe previous. Our activities always highlighted praises, prayer and fasting, lectures,workshops, drama and Bible Quiz competition to develop our members' growth andknowledge.The last one that was held at St. James Anglican Church,Warri, on the 25th of July, wasfully loaded with activities.The climax of the celebration was Bible Quiz competitionamong the four groups listed below.The zone bought a trophy for any group that wouldcome out in the first position.The bible quiz competition of 2015 went thus:1. Abraka Group 1st Position2. Warri East 2nd Position3. Effurun East 3rd Position4. WarriWest 4th PositionAbraka Group won the trophy and the trophy is currently with them. It is a continuousexercise.ChallengeThe major challenge the Zone has is finance because it is self-sponsored and involveshuge funds.We thank the Lord Bishop for his support of N 150,000 (One Hundred andFifty Thousand Naira) per crusade.We still need more financial support from him andthe church.ObituaryWarri Zone lost an Executive member by name Evang. Moses Akara of the engineeringdepartment.May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.Amen.ConclusionWe give God the glory for his enablement for our modest achievements.We thank theLord Bishop of Warri Diocese, Rt. Revd. C.E. Ide (JP) for his fatherly love and financialassistance to the Zone.We pray God Almighty to enlarge his coast in Jesus name,Amen.153 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODWe also thank the AAPS Warri Zonal Chaplain, Revd. S.E. Okifo for his dedicationtowards this great society.Our appreciation also goes to Revd.C.O.Otti and the entire members of UnityAnglicanChurch, Mosheshe Estate, Effurun for always providing us with accommodation, and foridentifying with us in our activities. Our sincere thanks is expressed to Ven. P.O.G.Whiskel (MEC Chairman) as well asVen. E. O. Agbawe and other clergymen for alwaysidentifying with us during crusades and other programmes.Lastly, we thank the group leaders, their various excos and all members of AAPS WarriZone.Once again we give God the glory.May His name be adored forever in Jesus name,Amen. Evang. L. Omugbe Evang. S.E. Diakparomre (Mrs.) Chairman Secretary Rev. S.E. Okifo AAPS Chaplain154 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODC. EFAC SUB-ZONAL REPORTSYNOD REPORT FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 2015 TO MARCH 2016SUBMITTED TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD OFTHE DIOCESE OFWARRI HELDAT ST.JAMES'ANGLICAN CHURCH,29OJABUGBE STREET, WARRI. FROM SAT.7TH -WED.11TH MAY,2016My Lord BishopHonorable ChancellorDiocesan Officials,House of Clergy and Laity,Ladies and Gentlemen1. APPRECIATION We are very thankful to GodAlmighty for His grace that led us thus far. May His name be praise forever in Jesus name.We also wish to appreciate our Bishop, Rt. Rev. C. E. Ide, JP, Bishop of Warri Diocese and the entire Clergy. We also appreciate the Clergy in the Diocese for their immensurable support in this Great Commission that the Lord has given to us in prayers over the years. May the good Lord increase and bless you in every sphere in Jesus name.2. EVANGELISM In the Transfiguration they carried out two by two Evangelism and Visitation to members and non-members, and did give alms of about N3,000.00 to support persons. St. Peters Anglican Church Igbudu EFAC Unit were able to raise fund to support people in the church for their education and for their economic advancement unto the tune of N17,000.00. In the Cathedral Church of St. Andrews, the Unit embarked on evangelical work between Mc-iver Axis and Ometan-Okoye StreetArea of Warri,Most of the Sundays for evangelical work / visitation; where converts were made to join St.Andrews Cathedral and Divine Encounter Programme onWednesdays. Good Shepherd Unit, All Saints Unit, St. Stephen Unit, Church of the Resurrection DDPA Ugborikoko,also carried out similar work in different areas. The sub-zone held her Prayer Retreat at the Chapel of the Holy Spirit (Bishop's Court) 17 Mabiaku Street, G.R.A.,Warri on the 24th October, 2015. Ministers invited were:Ven.I.D.Umukoro,Rev.Dr.I.C.Eze and Rev.Friday Erherene.Theme: Difficult but Possible. The EFAC Team visited the All Saints Church at Ekwemaka and supported their harvest with N5,000.00.And on the 11th March, 2016 there was an Alnight held at St.PetersAnglican Church Igbudu by the sub-zone, whereby our Chaplain, Ven.IsaacA.O.Itomu was present155 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD3. CRUSADE In the year under review, the Sub-Zone was able to put together a fundamental method on how to spread this Gospel through early morning crusade. Early morning Monthly Crusades were carried out on 18/4/15, 16/5/15, 20/6/15. 18/7/15, 19/8/15, 19/12/15 and 19/3/16 at different areas with different speakers within the Diocese.Five souls were won and many backsliding ones were revived. About N105,000.00 was used to hire musical instrument.4. GENERAL MEETING: Within the period under review the sub-zone held 7 consecutive general meetings. This is where the way forward is made for the encouragement of members for the work of Evangelism, Crusade, Retreat, and Inauguration of EFAC in churches where EFAC does not exist.5. EFACWEEK 2015: The EFAC week was organized by all the units between 6th to 12th July,2015 and it was a successful week.6. NATIONAL CONVENTION 2015: This took place at Lagos Bariga from 17th - 23rd August, 2015.Theme: Bearing the Marks of Jesus. Galatians 6:17. Few Priests and their wives attended, while over 60 lay persons attended. Western Block Convention was also held at EgbaAnglican Church,Bishopscourt, Onikolobo, Abeokuta, Ogun State on 17th - 19th March, 2016 with the Theme: From Glory to Glory. Only Four delegates were sent from Warri Diocese because it coincided with MANIFEST 2016.1. CHALLENGES: The Warri sub-zone EFAC needs instrument to the tune of about N500,000.00 and Evangelism bus.8. CONCLUSION: We wish to remind everyone about the National Convention for 2016 coming up from 15th to 21st August, 2016 at Kaduna and EFAC WEEK 2016 comes up from 4th to 10th July, 2016.We humbly solicit for the cooperation of our Priests and Churches for a successful week.B/F INCOME EXPENSES BALANCE2015 130,855 - 130,855Brother Ifeanyi Ven. I.A. O. Itomu Bro. Joshua Dunkwu President Chaplain Secretary156 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD12. DIOCESAN PRAYER BANDDIOCESAN PRAYER BAND REPORT FROM MAY 2015 TO APRIL 2016SUBMITTED TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD OFTHE DIOCESE OF WARRI HOLDEN AT ST. JAMES’ CHURCH, 29,OJABUGBE STREET, WARRI, FROM SATURDAY 7TH MAY TOWEDNESDAY 11TH MAY,2016GREETINGS:Greetings to the President of Synod,The Rt. Revd Christian Esezi Ide, JP as well as ourmother in Israel, Mrs. Patience O.E. Ide, JP and all Synod delegates in the precious nameof our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.Amen.INTRODUCTION:The Diocesan Prayer Band was constituted and inaugurated by his lordship,the Rt.RevdChristian E. Ide, Bishop of the Diocese of Warri as the primary and functional prayingbody of the Diocese saddled with a divine mandate, coupled with the responsibility andcommitment of interceding for the spiritual and physical health and growth of theDiocese. The Diocesan Prayer Band is also committed to sensitizing and mobilizingevery Parish/Chapel/Archdeaconry to have a functional and productive Prayer Bandwith a view of making every congregation a praying congregation, Parish, Chapel orArchdeaconry.This is with a vision of making every true Anglican a praying and result-oriented Christian.MONTHLY NIGHTVIGILThe Diocesan Prayer Band holds a regular all-night prayer programme once everymonth which is usually on the third Friday,except where there is a DiocesanAll-night ina particular month,and in that case the Diocesan Prayer Band will have to be involved inthe DiocesanAll-night.The Statutory All-night Programme is meant for all Prayer Band members in thedifferent Parishes, Chapels and Archdeaconries. The programme creates a forum forpractical experience of co-operate prayers and intercession with result-oriented faith.The All-night programme is usually rotated from one Archdeaconry to another andfrom one Parish/Chapel to another depending on the ease of accessibility to PrayerBand members.BEGINNING THE YEAR WITH THE LORD ALLNIGHT PROGRAMME:To beginning the Diocesan activities for the year 2016, an allnight prayer programmewas organised.This programme was held on Friday 16th January 2016with the theme:“We are Family” and was attended by all Diocesan Officials and Parish Leaders andWorkers under the leadership of our lord bishop.The venue was the Cathedral of St.Andrew,22,Okere Road,Warri.157 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODDIOCESAN PRAYER CONVOCATIONThe Diocesan Prayer Band usually organizes an Annual Prayer Convocation, which is aprayer oriented gathering which brings together all the Prayer Band members and allother interested members in the Diocese for the purpose of spiritual overalling,revival,renewal,renovation,repositioning,reviewing,re-examination and refiring,with a view ofhaving and sustaining formidable and viable prayer programmes in all the Parishes andChapels.The Diocesan Prayer Convocation for 2015 was held from Thurs. 17th – Sat. 19thSeptember 2015 at St. Peter's Church, 6Ekpan.The theme was “Sustaining the Faith ofthe Church on theAltar of Prayer”.Acts 4:29.The 2016 Diocesan Prayer Convocation is proposed to hold in September 2016.Wesincerely appeal to all the Parishes, Chapels and Archdeaconries to encourage, mobilisesponsor their members to attend the forth coming Prayer Convocation 2016. Detailswill be forwarded to the Parishes/Chapels andArchdeaconries later.DIOCESAN PRAYER BULLETINThe Diocesan Prayer Bulletin titled “ALTAR ON FIRE” was designed as a medium ofcommunication across the Diocese and beyond, on life edifying, prayer provoking andtestimony manifesting issues, sustained by the laudable free-will sponsorship of somemembers, the bulletin is distributed free of charge to all Parishes and Chapels in theDiocese.To keep the bulletin in circulation, the call for sponsorship to the tune of N50,000 per edition is highly solicited for the four quarters of the year.CLERGY &WIVESALLNIGHT PROGRAMME:A special night vigil was organised for the Diocesan Clergy and their wives at thebishopscourt on Fri.19th of June 2015,with the theme:“Be focussed in Ministry” It was anight of Divine Settlement and Spiritual Renewal.It was indeed a blessing to the house ofClergy and the Diocese at large.PRE-SYNODALLNIGHT PROGRAMME:Pre-Synod Allnight Programme was organised on Friday 29th April, 2016 to promotethe successful execution of the Synod 2016. It was held at St. James Church, Ojabugbe,Warri.It was well attended by the Synod delegates,Diocesan Prayer Band Members andsome members of the hosting church. It was a fruitful vigil as the on-going Synod is atestimony to that fact.PROVINCIAL & NATIONAL PRAYER INVOLVEMENTSThe Diocesan Prayer Band had been strongly involved in Provincial & National PrayerConvocations so as to further enrich and develop the Prayer Band members and hence,provoke their commitment at the Diocesan,Archdeaconry and Parish or Chapel levels.The 2015 Provincial Prayer Convocation was held from Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd158 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODOctober 2015 at the Cathedral of St.Andrew, 22, Okere Road,Warri.The theme was“Intercession in the healing of the Nations” 2Chron. 7:14, Ezek. 47:1-12. It was also avery challenging programme, geared towards equipping the intercessors for effectiveintercession for the healing of the nations. Plenary Sections, Workshops, etc wereamong some of the activities observed.The National Prayer Convocation 2015 was held at Christ Anglican Church, Owerri inthe Diocese of Owerri from June 29 – July 3,2015.TheTheme was“StandingTogether inPrayers for the church and the Nations” (Matt. 18:19, Ezek. 22:30). It was well attendedby the Diocesan Prayer Band members, under the sponsorship of the Parishes andChapels.It was indeed very enriching,reviving and fulfilling.MANIFEST 2016The Diocesan Prayer Band was actively involved in the programme, operating regularprayers before, during and after the programme.The practice of chain prayers was alsoapplied to call for heavenly visitation and complete success of the programme. ThePrayer Band had to visit the MANIFEST CITY a week to the commencement of theprogramme for“on the spot” prayers.Thank God the programme was a great success.MAJOR CHALLENGESThere are a few challenges beclouding the Diocesan Prayer Band which are threateningincreasing commitments of members.They are as stated below:(1) Absence ofViable Prayer Band Unit: Some Parishes/Chapels do not have viable Prayer Band and as such are not represented at Diocesan Prayer Band meetings. In some cases when such Parishes/Chapels play host to the Diocesan Prayer Band, Prayer Band members and other members are not even available to participate in the programme.(2) Lack of Sponsorship/Poor Sponsorship: Some Parishes/Chapels Prayer Band members had suffered very serious financial problems in their bid to attend prayer programmes at Diocesan, Provincial and National levels as some Parishes/Chapels had maintained that there is no money. This has made some to sponsor themselves and at other times supported or sponsored by other persons.This can be very discouraging to the commitment of members.(3) Defective Information Dissemination: Defective information dissemination is a problem that has adversely affected the attendance of intercessors to Diocesan, Provincial and National prayer programmes. Even when information are sent to Parishes/Chapels, intercessors still complain of not getting information at all or as at when due. Sometimes, there is no announcement or reflection in the bulletins. This has made representatives from some parishes and chapels to be absent from prayer programmes continuously.This problem is further compounded by the fact that159 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD some Parishes/Chapels do not have Prayer Band Leaders and Assistants to coordinate prayer activities in the Parish/Chapel level.(4) Lack of Parish Members Involvement atAllnight: Some of the Parishes that the Diocesan Prayer Band goes to for the statutory allnight do not usually have their church members in attendance, though information was sent out. Parish members will be powerfully sensitized when they are encouraged and mobilized to attend such allnights.(5) Conflicting Programmes: The Diocesan Prayer Band has a statutory day for monthly Allnight prayer programme.This is the third Friday of every month. But, it has been observed severally that some Parishes andArchdeaconries fix allnight programmes on that same Friday, hence, making it difficult for the prayer band members of those Parishes andArchdeaconries to attend the Diocesan Prayer BandAllnight.In some other cases, the Diocesan Prayer Band have had to change the Allnight venuefrom the Parish it is expected to hold to another.This challenge is gradually growing in ageometric progression and needs to be addressed quickly.APPRECIATION&APPEAL:His lordship,the Rt.Rev.C.E.Ide,JP is highly appreciated for his unshakeable support forthe Diocesan Prayer Band.The Diocesan Prayer Band appreciates sincerely the very few clergy who attend theallnight regularly.A passionate appeal is made to the house of the clergy to encouragethe intercessors with their presence.The Diocesan Prayer Band is also grateful to thoseVicars/Chaplains of Parishes/Chapelswho supported the activities of the Prayer Band through the release of their buses forthe transportation of members to locations outside Warri and Effurun for all-nightprogrammes.May GodAlmighty bless you all.Amen. REVD TERRY E. OLOKOR DIOCESAN PRAYER BAND LEADER160 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD13. YOUTH WORK A. ANGLICAN CORPERS FELLOWSHIPANGLICAN CORPERS FELLOWSHIP SYNOD REPORT FOR THEPERIOD APRIL 2015 TO MARCH 2016 SUBMITTED TO THE 1STSESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF WARRIHOLDEN AT ST. JAMES' CHURCH, 29, OJABUGBE STREET, WARRI,FROM SATURDAY 7TH –WEDNESDAY 11TH MAY 2016.MY LORD BISHOP,DIOCESAN OFFICIALS,HOUSE OF CLERGYAND LAITY,DISTINGUISHED LADIESAND GENTLEMEN.PREAMBLEWe express our deepest and sincere gratitude to our God for His mighty works andgreat blessings, which He has lavished on us, not by any merits of ours but by His grace,which has made us to see another Synod year.We also felicitate with his lordship at this first session of the twelfth Synod of thediocese and all delegates, and wish His lordship a fruitful and blessed deliberations inmoving the Church of God forward in Jesus name.CORPERS LODGE:The corpers Lodge is still in the Diocesan Women building located at No. 6 OmatsolaCrescent, Off Okere Road,Warri.We do not only accommodate Anglican Corpers, butcorpers from other denominations who have no accomodation. Those who are notAnglicans are to worship with us as long as they remain in the Anglican CorpersFellowship Lodge.Within the period under review, we have brought three batches ofcorps members from Issele-uku camp with the help of the Cathedral and the Diocese,that gave us a bus for each batch to convey them from the camp.The challenge of payment of the Corpers Lodge annual rent (N500,000.00) has finallybeen resolved by His lordship,the Bishop,the Rt.Revd.C.E.ide,who has magnanimouslyallowed it to be added to the Diocesan budget.May GodAlmighty continue to bless andkeep him for us for the unalloyed role he has been playing in nuturing the CorpersfellowshipofWarri. No wonder theWarri Diocese Corpers Fellowship House is one ofthe best in the state.ANGLICAN CORPERS FELLOWSHIPWEEK:The Corpers week which was scheduled to hold in the last week of January waspostponed and held in February because most of the corpers took permission to travel.The week was observed and it was a success.They had talk on marriage and relationship.161 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODThe theme was,MOBILIZINGTHEYOUTH FORA GREATERTOMORROW.FINANCIAL REPORT:The only source of income is the offering collected by churches during the Corpersweek.Below is the total offering received:BENDEL PROVINCIALYOUTH CONVENTIONThe Corps members were also among participant who attended the Bendel ProvincialYouth Convention organized and held in Asaba within the period under review and itwas a huge success.About six corpers attended.ACHIEVEMENT/APPRECIATION:The purchase of a new gas cylinder for use in the Corpers lodge; bought about 6 newceiling Fans, which also have been installed; bought Industral Fan for thanksgiving inChrist the King Church Essi layout,Warri;A new pressing iron;they still help in the trafficsection of the Cathedral of St.Andrew till date.Many thanks to our lord Bishop,the Rt.Revd.C.E.Ide,for his unequivocal role in movingthe fellowship to this level. To the Ven. Paul Whiskel, the Vicar of the Cathedral forcontributing immensely to the upkeep of the Fellowship house. To the Revd. TerryOlokor,who is always on ground,handling issues and guiding the Corpers in their moraland spiritual life, as his office is very close to the Corpers lodge. Mrs. Joy Bukata, whoalways sends food items to the Corps members monthly.May the Lord continue to blessyou immensely.CONCLUSIONWe are grateful to God for His faithfulness and love that has kept us and enabled us tofunction as stewards in His church.May the Lord's name be forever praised. VEN OGHENERUME I. OPHIKALE CHAPLAIN162 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODB. ANGLICAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (NIGERIA)WARRI DIOCESAN COUNCIL REPORT OF THE FELLOWSHIP FORTHE PERIOD APRIL 2015 TO MARCH 2016, PRESENTED TO THE FIRSTSESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF WARRIHOLDING AT ST. JAMES' ANGLICAN CHURCH, 29 OJABUGBE STREET,WARRI FROM SAT 7TH -WED 11TH MAY 2016YOUR LORDSHIP,THE CHARCELLOR,THE REGISTRAR,THEARCHDEACONS,HOUSE OF CLERGY,HOUSE OF LAITY,THE SYNOD,1.0. PREAMBLE Blessed the name of the Lord oh my soul, and all that is in me praise His holy name who gave us the grace and opportunity among others to witness another Synod in the annals of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Warri Diocese. Amen.2.0. DIOCESAN EXECUTIVE This is made up of 24 executives with Bro.Orogun Oghenevwede,(President) Sis. Irene Misan Atevure, (Secretary) Sis. Elohor Akpoghinita (Sister Forum Coordinator) among others.3.0. MEETINGS In order to run the council effectively eight meetings were held at various parishes within the Diocese where series of issues and programs were deliberated upon. The meetings include executive meetings, statutory council meetings and emergency meetings.4.0. ACTIVITIES OFTHE FELLOWSHIP We make bold to say here that the youth of this Diocese have in no small measure contributed immensely to the growth of the diocese spiritually and otherwise.This is shown by some of the activities carried out within the period.4.1. SYNOD The synod which was held at St. Matthew’s Church, OkparaWaterside from Sat. 2nd – Wed. 6th May 2015, had us duty represented by the then Diocesan President and Secretary, in the persons of Bro. Matthew Maduwe and Bro. Felix Agarivbie.4.2. WAITING UPONTHE LORD This as usual has been the opening program of the AYF, throughout the diocese163 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD and for this year, the theme was “THUS SAITH THE LORD” which took place from 1st to 7th Jan,2016.We thank God that most of the parish priests have keyed into the program and many lives have been blessed in various ways.4.3. LEADERSHIP RETREAT For the period under review the diocesan leadership retreat was held from 12th- 13th Feb, 2016 at St. Peters Anglican Church, Ekpan with the Theme, Kingdom Mandate and the text taken from Matt. 25:1-14. And it was really a wonderful time with God.4.4. YOUTH WEEK CELEBRATION The last youth week celebration was well celebrated throughout the diocese from Monday 7th-Sunday 13th Sept'2015 with the theme “GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT IS GREAT GAIN” (1Tim. 6:6). This program has actually helped the youth ministry in many ways, such as developing and uplifting their God given talent although we still have some parishes that could not celebrate theirs due to clashes of program by their local churches, and this adversely affected our youth week proceed,we also use these opportunity to call for more support by the church authority to enable the youth function adequately.4.5. BIBLE STUDY We were fully committed to the study of the word through the use of the unified national bible study outline. During this period under review, the Diocesan Bible study conference was well attended and all the guest speakers were seasoned servants of God from our own Anglican Communion. Awards were given to the past executives for their commitment and dedication to the growth of the work of God. The last day which was the 5th was also theTrinity Ordination at St. Peters Anglican Church, Igbudu, was also graced by the youth in their colours with the newly elected excos being dedicated by his lordship Rt .Rev.C.E Ide the Bishop of Warri Diocese.4.6. WELFARE The fellowship also made the welfare of members a priority as members who were faced with various kinds of challenges and those with various forms of celebration/event were attended to, notably is Sis. Ufuoma Ikpesa who lost the husband (Bro. John Ikpesa theVP of Christ Church Unit) and the fellowship had to pay her rent up front for one year and this has greatly affected the fellowship positively.4.7. EVANGELISM Evangelical outreach was done round the Diocese to revive smaller churches in form of indoor evangelism,on the 2nd - 4th Oct,2015 the Diocese also took part in the national evangelism outreach where unit and archdeaconry councils embarked on a two by two evangelism and crusade in which about 35 souls were won for Christ.164 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD4.8. SISTERS FORUM Due to the uniqueness of this department they are always given a special treatment to enable them function properly, in the period under review, this department embarked on her annual workshop with the theme “At Thy Mercy''and text taken from Matt. 20:23-31 from 16th – 18th October 2015 at St. James Ojagbugbe also alnight prayer at same venue on the 9th October 2015 and solemn assembly at Christ (Anglican) church Effurun with the theme“Prepare ForThe Masters Use” 2tim 2:21 on the 28th of March 2015, however due to the insecurity in the north the sisters were unable to attend their national conference in Kafanchan Diocese, Kaduna, held from 4th – 9th June, 2015.4.9. PRAYER As a Fellowship, knowing that prayers is the live wire of the fellowship, we made prayer a priority in our programmes and within this period the Prayer department assisted in planning the annual waiting upon the Lord programme held all over the Diocese on the first seven days of the year.The 2016 theme was “THUS SAITH THY LORD”. We also held our annual prayer conference/Pentecost day celebration in the month of May'2015 at St. James Anglican Church, 29 Ojabugbe” Also from 20th-22nd Nov, 2015 we held the prayer band retreat at St. John Anglican Church, Okpara Inland. All these programmes has positively imparted on the fellowship and the church in general.Prayer alnights were held at intervals at designated venues.5.0. NATIONALACTIVITIES We wish to state here categorically that this Diocese within the period has been highly rated in the national council that they find it difficult to do anything without the involvement and participation of the Warri Diocesan council; this is as a result of the positive and outstanding performance displayed at National, JEPC and Provincial level. We made adequate representation at the Annual National Bible study conference and JEPC 1 conference and carried out our obligation including finance.We thank God for His grace and provision.5.1. PROJECT/INVESTMENT/EMPOWERMENT Within the period the diocesan AYF was able to acquire 70 mattress additional to the existing ones costing about N280, 000.00 (Two hundred and eighty thousand naira) only. We wish to sincerely appreciate our lord Bishop the Rt. Revd. Christian E. Ide for the release of the sum of N750, 000.00 (Seven hundred fifty thousand naira) only to boost the youth empowerment scheme.This has further helped us to empower more youths; which include the following.1. Those for training 2Youths forWelding & Fabrication training 13Youths for Fashion & Design training165 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD 7Youths for Catering training 1Youth for Photography/Videography 6Youths for Hairdressing 4Youths for computer training 1Youth for Driving2. Small scale start up 2 Ovens for catering services 6 Sewing Machines for fashion and designing 2 computer set3. Student Support Fund All student support fund of N5,000.00 (Five thousand naira) only was given to 30 (Thirty) students in higher institution.5.2. DIVCCON 2015 We are most grateful to God for the life of our Lord Bishop the Rt. Revd. Christian E. Ide and our Mother in Israel Mrs. P. O Ide,with their help and other priests more than ten (10) of our Diocesan Brethren were delegates to DIVCCON 2015, with the Theme “Dare to be a Daniel” at the National Christian Centre,Abuja from 9th – 13th Nov, 2015, it was a swell time with the Lord,we however plead that more youth should be part of the delegates in 2016.FINANCEThe activities of the Anglican Youth Fellowship are enormous and thus much money isneeded to run the council; however God was able to see us through, despite all thechallenges. Below are the financial details of the fellowship within the period underreview.FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD UNDER REVIEW166 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODSUMMARY1.1. OBSERVATION/RECOMMENDATION1. From the youth week 2015 celebration, we observed that some priests do not support the work of the youth in their churches.2. Some priests still do not allow the youth to officiate during the youth Sunday as was agreed by the synod.3. SomeArchdeaconries that were given slots to sponsor youths to DIVCCON did not sponsor.4. Empowerment and encouragement of youth should continue, as it will help to keep most of our youth in the communion.5. We wish to appeal to the archdeacons/Vicars of the various parishes to include budget provisions for the support of empowerment of youths6. Youth should be carried along in the planning of youth manifest.2.0. AYF ELECTION By the special grace of God, and in line with the National council of the Anglican Youth Fellowship, (NIG)in the period under review, new set of leadership came on board with Bro. Oghenevwede Orogun, as the President and Sis. Irene Misan Atevure,as the Secretary among others members that were elected.3.0. APPRECIATION We wish to passionately express our sincere gratitude to our lord Bishop the Rt. Revd. Christian E. Ide and our beloved mother in Israel Mrs. P.O Ide for supporting our vision and helping us to succeed throughout the year under review.May GodAlmighty bless your episcopacy in Jesus name.Amen167 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODWe also wish to thank our youth director Ven. M.O.P. Olobia and our lovely andsupporting ChaplainVen. G.N Obenamadu for his tireless effort towards the AYF of thediocese.Our special thanks also goes to all ourArchdeacons,Priests,Catechists,Church teacher,all Church workers, Leaders and past AYF leaders for all the support given to bringsuccess in our leadership. May God see you through and lift you higher in Jesus Name.AmenFinally,it is our earnest prayers that God will visit us divinely as we proceed in this year’sSynod in Jesus name.Amen8.0.CONCLUSIONWe are not Ignorant of the devices of the devil and so with the recent stories of deathsand hardship everywhere,we as a fellowship stood the gap by declaring a week of prayerfrom 1st-5th March, 2015, for the Diocese/Nation and to this end we call on the clergy,laity and the entire diocese of Warri not to relent in prayers and to stand the gap ininterceding for the diocese and the Nation.ThankYou and God blessWarri Diocese.Bro. Oghenevwede Orogun Sis. Irene M.Atevure Diocesan President Diocesan Secretary Ven. G.N Obenamadu Diocesan AYF Chaplain168 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODC. THE ANGLICAN COMMUNION BRIGADES (A.C.B.)THEANGLICAN COMMUNION BRIGADES (A.C.B.) DIOCESE OFWARRISYNOD REPORT FOR THE PERIOD MAY 2015 TO APRIL 2016,SUBMITTEDTOTHE FIRST SESSION OFTHETWELFTH SYNOD OFTHEDIOCESE OF WARRI, HOLDING AT ST. JAMES' ANGLICAN CHURCH, 29,OJAGBUBE STREET,WARRI FROM SATURDAY 7TH TO WEDNESDAY 11THMAY,2016.THE LORD BISHOP,THE LORD SPIRITUALANDTEMPORAL,DIOCESAN OFFICIALS,HOUSE OF CLERGYAND LAITY,LADIESAND GENTLE MEN.PREAMBLE: Glory, honor and adoration be to God for the gift of life and strength,which He bestowed unto us by which the activities of theACB was carried out in the yearunder review. I want to remind us again that the Anglican Communion Brigades (ACB) aswe know is the combination of the Boys Brigade Nigeria and the Girls Brigade Nigeria inthe Anglican Church, aimed at instilling discipline and spirituality into our children, assecularism and other denominations have hijacked the Boys and Girls Brigade Nigeria,thus corruption,indiscipline and strange teaching abound.We are still confidently reporting to the synod that the aim of the Church of Nigeria forestablishing the A.C.B. is actualizing, as notable changes are seen in the lives of themembers,and those who could not cope,are still exiting the brigade,while more boys andgirls are coming in. In the year under review, the National body of ACB, met in Umuahiawith seven delegates from each diocese, where election into national executive wasconducted, in which our own officer (Henry Efetobor) from Warri Diocese emerged asnational coordinator for the second time. Provincial council of the ACB also met at St.Paul's Cathedral Oleh under the supervision of the provincial ACB Chaplain, the Rt. RevJ.U.Aruakpor, the Bishop of Oleh Diocese, where election was also conducted into theprovincial executive posts.ln the year under review the Provincial body ofACB also met atAsaba to discuss the way forward of this honourable body. FINANCIAL REPORTYEAR INCOME EXPENDITURE BALANCE2014 N136,500.00 N134,700.00 N1,800.002015 N200,300.00 N189,500.00 N11,200.00We are grateful for the privilege given to us to serve God in this capacity. Secretary Revd Faith Aghe169 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH ACB Diocesan Chaplain TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODD. GIRLS BRIGADEREPORT OF THE GIRLS' BRIGADE FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 2015 –APRIL 2016 SUBMITTED TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTHSYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF WARRI HOLDEN AT ST. JAMES'ANGLICAN CHURCH, 29 OJABUGBE STREET, WARRI FROMSATURDAY 7TH TOWEDNESDAY 11TH MAY,2016.My lord Bishop,My lord Spiritual andTemporal,Diocesan Officials,House of Clergy and House of Laity,Ladies & Gentlemen.1. Introduction The Girls' Brigade is an International & Inter – Denominational Christian Organization for young girls and women.2. Aim To help Girls' to become followers of the Lord Jesus Christ and through reverence,self control and sense of responsibility to find true enrichment of life.3. Fasting and Prayer Programme The Warri Diocesan Girls' Brigade activities started with fasting and prayer which was held at different Churches on the 9th of January,2016.4. Rededication Service Rededication services for Officers, Girls, Patrons and Patronesses of the Girls' Brigade were held on 10th January,2016 at different Churches.5. State Council Meeting The State meeting of the Girls' Brigade was held at the Cathedral Church of St. Andrew,22,Okere Road,Warri from 26th to 27th February 2016.6. National Officers Refresher Course The National Officer Refresher Course took place at the Union Baptist Grammar School, Goa Akanbi, Ilorin, Kwara State, from 18th – 25th April, 2015. At the refresher course, the Officers were taught how to make bags, tie and dye and also received lecture on Breast examination, Breast Cancer prevention and how to handleTeenagers and Children.7. Easter Holiday Camp Warri Diocesan Camp was held at the Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, 22 Okere Road - Warri from Wednesday 15th to Sunday 19th April, 2015. The170 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD Theme of the Camp “Be Determined to Follow” was handled by the Warri Diocesan Chaplain, Revd Canon Dr. R.O. Orido and assisted by the Warri District Chaplain, Revd Emmanuel Ikpesu. Our mama from the Cathedral, Mrs. Vera Whiskel took the lecture on modesty in dressing, while one of our National Patronesses Dr.Omawumi Urhobo handled“Self Esteem” (confidence). Other speakers include Mrs. E.P. Orido and a host of other resources persons. The Camp was well attended and we thank God for the success of the camp.8. International Day of Prayer TheWarri Diocesan Girls' Brigade observed her International Day of prayer and fasting on June 10,2015.9. National CouncilAnnual General Meeting The NationalAGM took place atWesley College of Science Elekuro,Ibadan,Oyo State from 22nd – 26th August 2015. The meeting was informed that the Girls' who started the Girls' Brigade as explorers and have remained in Girls' Brigade till date after graduation without break would be given award during the annual General Meeting. In the meeting, it was also decided that a lanyard be made for Ex-National Officers.The colours are toques blue and yellow and some of the former National Exco members are to be decorated with this Lanyard in the Annual General meeting.10. State Camp The Delta State Camp of Girls' Brigade was held at the Cathedral Church, Obiaruku fromWednesday 12th – Sunday 16thAugust,2015.It was well attended by our Girls' and Officers and we benefited from the different training and lectures delivered during the said programme.11. NightVigil The Girls' Brigade held her night Vigil on 16th October, 2015 at St. Peter's Anglican Church, Igbudu off Deco Road,Warri and the theme was “The Lord is my banner”.The Diocesan Chaplain,Revd Canon Dr.R.O.Orido & Revd Bernard Omoko Ministered.12. Zonal Meeting Zonal meeting of the Girls' brigade was held from 18th – 19th March 2016 at Methodist Theological Institute (M.T), Mission Hill, Umuaha, Abia State. The Warri Diocesan Girls' Brigade was also in attendeance.13. Girls' BrigadeWeek The Girls' Brigade Sunday for the year 2016 was observed on 13th March in all the active Companies throughout the Diocese. The Girls' Brigade visited the Delta Heart Orphanage Home and various items171 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD including cartons of biscuits,fruit juice,detergent,tissue papers were given to the children.The Diocesan Chaplain, the Rev. Canon Dr. R.O. Orido ministered the word of God to the children.14. Scholarship Scheme In the year under review, our Girls' from Primary 2 to 6 were awarded scholarship of N10,000.00 each (those who came out first and second position in the aptitude test conducted).The following were the awardees: (Pry 2) Miss Praise Mackson – Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, Warri and Miss Fekeme Omaweru – HolyTrinity Church;(Pry 3) Miss Marvelous Okeke – HolyTrinity Church and Miss Nancy Ogagariye – St. John's Church, Ugboroke; (Pry 4) Miss Divine Omoweru – HolyTrinity Church and Miss. Lisa Akpomiemie – Cathedral Church of St.Andrew;(Pry 5) Miss.Oghenefegor Ugodo –Agape Gospel Mission and Miss Favour Udemezue – Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, Warri (Pry 6) Miss. Orido Omamoke – Church of the Redeemer, Warri and Miss. Blesssing Gbeneso – Cathedral Church of St. Andrew. A total sum of N100,000.00 was given to the Girls. The Sponsor of the scheme is one of our Patrons & Patronesses, Sir & Lady HappyAgbeyi.We appeal to other Patrons and Patronesses to emulate this good gesture. The examination for the scholarship was conducted on Saturday 26th September,2015 at the Church of the Redeemer,FrankAleme Street,Warri.15. Marriage One of our girls got married in the year under review. She is Patience Azu. Her marriage took place on Saturday 19th September, 2015 at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Ekpan The Occasion was well attended by members of the Girls' Brigade.We wish her a happy married life.16. Financial Report17. Appreciation We appreciate our Grand Patron, the Rt. Rev. C.E. Ide, JP for his unflinching support for the work of the Girls' Brigade.We pray God to bless his episcopacy. We also appreciate our mother in Israel who is always there for us anytime we beckon on her to feed us with the word of God. May God bless your ministry. Also we appreciate the Cathedral of St.Andrew,Warri and other companies for the sponsorship of their officers and Girls to the Diocesan, State and National172 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD programmes.We also use this medium to appreciate all our patrons/patronesses for their generous support for the organization We pray God to bless each and everyone of them (including their families) in Jesus name.18. Conclusion We appeal to Parents to please release their Children/Wards to participate in all the activities of the Girls' Brigade. We pray God to bless all that had been supporting us on this noble task of bringing up the Girl child in the fear of God.Revd Canon Dr. Robinson O. Orido Mrs. Grace Oguni Diocesan Chaplain Delta State Acting Commissioner173 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODE. ANGLICAN CHILDREN MINISTRY (ACM)SYNOD REPORT FOR THE PERIOD APRIL, 2015 - MARCH, 2016PRESENTEDTOTHE FIRST SESSION OFTHETWELFTH SYNOD AT STJAMES' ANGLICAN CHURCH, 29 OJABUGBE STREET, OKUMAGBALAYOUT,WARRI FROM SATURDAY 7TH TO WEDNESDAY 11TH MAY,2016.My Lord Bishop,Diocesan Chancellor,Diocesan LegalAdviser,AllArchdeacons,All Clergy,All Diocesan Officials,All Delegates.PreambleWe give all the glory, honour and adoration to the Most High God for his faithfulness,steadfast love, grace and mercy throughout the year, 2015.We also wish to appreciateand rejoice with his Lordship Rt. Revd C. E Ide (JP) and mother in Israel Mrs. P.O. Ide foranother synod 2016 in the annual of the church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).ACTIVITIES.During the year under review,theAnglican Children Ministry carried out some activitiesat the National, Provincial, Diocesan,Archdeaconries and parish respectively. It was allsuccessful.NATIONAL LEVEL:There were National Meeting held on the 5th day of September, 2015 at Anglican GirlsHigh School, Ovom Aba,Abia State.The National Teacher's Conference took place onthe 3rd -6th day of September,2015 atAba Diocese with theTheme“Follow me and Iwill make you Fishers of men” Matt 4:19. 67 Teachers attended the conference. Inaddition, there was national prayer summit tagged Breaker with theTHEME: Continuein prayer from the 29th -31st day ofApril 2015 at St Philip Federal House,Abakpa in theDiocese of Nike, Enugu State. 4th day of March, 2016 at St. Paul's Cathedral, Ipetu-Ijesa,Diocese of Ijesa North East, Osun State at the meeting Sis Ngozi Achinulo wasappointed as one of the Central working committee Member at the National LevelPROVINCIAL LEVELWarri Diocese A.C.M was fully represented in all provincial meeting/conferences.Themeetings are 26th day of June, 2015 at the Cathedral of St. James Anglican Church,Ugbogbo, Igarra, Edo State and 16th day of January, 2016 at BAMACO, Ughelli, DeltaState respectively.The provincial Conference took place on the 24th -25th day of July,2015 at the Cathedral of St. James, Ugbogbo, Igarra, Edo State. 41Teachers attended the174 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODprogramme. Bro. Kesiena Adjarho and Sis Ngozi Achinulo are exco at the Provinciallevel. A machinery is being put in place to train teachers.DIOCESAN LEVELThere were 4 Statutory Diocesan meetings, 3 emergency meetings and 3 ExcoMeetings.1. Prayer conference: 3 prayer conferences were held on the 28th day of June, 2015 at St.JamesAnglican Church Oviore on the 15th day of November 2015,at Messiah Anglican Church Uti and 21st day of February 2016 at St Paul's Anglican ChurchAgbarha respectively.Teenagers and teacher's lives were blessed.2. DiocesanACMTeachers Retreat:The teacher's retreat took place on 25th - 27th day April, 2015 at All Saints’ Anglican Church, Jeffia Estate, Effurun Topic: Strengthen that which remains, Text: Rev 3:2. Speakers are: Ven. M. O Onoraro,Revd. T.Olokor and Bro.Tonye.80 persons attended the retreat.3. ACMWeek: The ACM week was held on the 25th-31st day of May, 2015 at the various Parishes.TheTopic used was the NationalTheme:“Follow me and I will make you Fishers of men” Matt 4:19 The programme was rounded up with visitation to Orphanage home at theArchdeaconry,chapels and parish level.4. Teenagers Conference: Teenagers conference took place on the 20th -22nd day of August, 2015 at All saint Anglican Church, Jeffia Estate, Effurun. Theme: The Hero Within Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10 and Judges 6:11-14. Resource Persons are: Ven. O. I Ophakale, Revd G. Imudge, Bro. Moses Evivie, Bro Samuel Irorogbare etc. the programme started with Holy Communion service. The Celebrants wereVen. Onoraro,Ven M. O. P Olobia, assisted by the ACM chaplain Revd. Shadrach U. D Ugbobor and Revd G. Uwhubetine, Seminar Topics treated were:Cultism and Human temperament5. Diocesan Quiz: The Diocesan Quiz took place at All Saints’ Anglican Church, Airport Road on the 13th day of June, 2015 with all the Archdeaconries well represented. Effurun East came first,Warri East Archdeaconry came second and Warri South West came third. On the individual performance Calab Karo from Effurun East Archdeaconry came first, Kome fromWarri East Archeaconry came second while Chioma Udoye Warri South West Archeadeconry came third. These persons represented the Diocese at the provincial quiz competition and Warri Diocese took the second position and the overall best individual performance (first) in the person of Caleb Karo who also went to represent the province at the national level and came fourth.6. Drama / Award Night / Praise Night: The Drama Night/Award Night took place on the 16th day of October, 2015 at St. James Ang Church Ojabugbe with the theme LET FIRE COME DOWN.Text: II King 1:10; where the children did marvelously well.The second drama night with prayers was held on the 13th day of November, 2015 at St Stephen Anglican Church Jakpa Road with the theme LOOSE HIM and LET HIM GO with the text from John 11:44.This year’s praise night took place on the 4th day of December, 2015 at Our Saviour Anglican Church,Okurode-Urhobo,with theTopic:SHABBACH (High praise).175 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD7. Marriages:Six teachers namely:Sis Queen Komone,Sis Loveth Lawani,Sis Faith Evivie, Oghenerukevwe Okome, Bro. Felix Onofere and Festus Iboh got married in the year under review.8. Bereavement:We are sad to report that we lost one of our members,Sis Caro Agarivbie from Christ Church,Effurun.ELECTION.ACM AGM meeting was held and on the 13th day of December, 2015 at Christ Church,Effurun and election was successfully conducted by the chaplain as electoral officer andthe following persons were elected. Fadah Francis (Leader), Dennis Olomo (GeneralSecretary), Elakpa Onome (Assist. Secretary), Sam Udoko (Treasurer), AffiongOvuomaria (Financial Secretary),Justice Ebuchiwe (Bible Study Co-Ordinator.),ChijokeObiukwu (P. R. O), Joseph Edevughe (Assist. P. R. O.), Kesina Adjarho (Prayer Band Co-ordinator),Okiemute Godwin (Assist Prayer Co-ordinator) Joy Ovomarie (Registrar)APPRECIATION.The ACM heartily give thanks to God for HIS sustaining grace in all ourjourneys/Programmes embarked upon in the year under review.We give God all thepraise and thanks for giving us the privilege to serve HIM. Our Profound gratitude goesto our Lord Bishop,the Rt Revd C.E Ide (JP) and Mother in Israel,Mrs P.O.Ide who hastaken time to attend to our challenges so far.We appreciate the Youth Director,Ven.M.O.P.Olobia and all the Vicars, catechists and church teachers for supporting andencouraging theACM activities throughout the Diocese.Sir, do not relent but continueyour good work in assisting the ACM.We also appreciate the Diocesan Chaplain for hisprompt response to ACM activities in the Diocese.The Leader and teachers are notleft out for their commitment and selfless sacrifice, May the Almighty God richly blessyou in Jesus Name,Amen.ACM FINANCIAL REPORT 2015 255,340.00Income:ACM Offering 300,000.00Subvention from Diocese 555,340.00TOTAL 459,000.00EXPENDITURE 96,340.00Balance Fadah Francis Dennis Olomo Diocesan Leader Diocesan Secretary Rev. S.U.D. Ugbobor A.C.M. Diocesan Chaplain176 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD F. ANGLICAN STUDENTS FELLOWSHIP (ASF)SYNOD REPORT OF ANGLICAN STUDENTS FELLOWSHIP (ASF) INWARRI DIOCESE FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 2015 TO MARCH 2016SUBMITTED TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD OFTHE DIOCESE OF WARRI HELD AT ST. JAMES' CHURCH, 29,OJABUGBE, STREET, WARRI FROM SATURDAY 7TH – WEDNESDAY11TH MAY 2016INTRODUCTION:Our loving father has indeed be faithful, we return all thanks and praise to Him for theenabling grace to partner with Him in the area of reaching out to the youths in thetertiary institution within the geographical area of the Diocese ofWarri.During the yearunder review, we were able to adequately reach out to these fellowships in order toenhance their work.DELSU ABRAKA ANGLICAN STUDENTS FELLOWSHIPThis branch of ASF is notable for their zeal and commitment towards the ASF: Duringthe year under review they were able to organize the following programmes:Bible study,Prophetic Uproar, Leadership Retreat, Prayer Quake,Academic symposium, Momentsof Refreshing, and the fellowships' sectional major outdoor program EXTRAVAGANTGRACE etc anchored by members of the fellowship,senior friends and clergymen.EVANGELISM: In compliance with the commission,TheASF DELSU has not relentedin the area of evangelism; Soul, have been won through various means of evangelismincluding Helpdesk, Post-UME outreach, Classroom evangelism etc. over 201 personshave been brought to Christ, and the follow up unit has not relented in following themup.ACHIEVEMENTS:The fellowship during the year under review was able to achieve the following:·Development of Fellowship's sound system·Purchase of Mixer·Purchase ofWireless Microphone·Academic excellence of members with testimonies in their various departments·Soul winning·Spiritual impartations at various occasionsTheir major challenge is finance to meet up with their dreams and aspirations like thepurchasing of a new bus.FINANCIAL REPORT: 504,867TOTAL INCOME: 451,710TOTAL EXPENDITURE: 53,157BALANCE:177 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODANGLICAN STUDENT'S FELLOWSHIP, PTI BRANCHWe are indeed grateful to God for His faithfulness. During the year under review, thisbranch was able to plaster some areas of the Chapel Project and complet two toilets foruse. Some of the programs organised include: Drama Festival, Evangelism and Crusadewhere a convert was won for the Lord.The major challenge of this branch is finance tocomplete the Chapel Project.FINANCIAL REPORTIncome: 417,055.00Expenses: 412,630.00Balance: 4,425.00ANGLICAN STUDENT'S FELLOWSHIP, FUPREThis is a branch that is fast growing with a numerical strength of 45 with which a churchhas been establish for Sunday worship within the campus.We are grateful to His lordship for the purchase of musical instrument and soundsystem, donated by the Diocese of Warri.This has helped to boost membership of thefellowship from 20 to 45 committed members.Our major challenge is to get a piece of land in the school for our fellowship.We areoptimistic that with the help of God this dream with be realised in Jesus name.Amen.FINANCIAL REPORT:Total Income: N28,300Total Expenditure: N24,700Balance: N3,600ANGLICAN STUDENT'S FELLOWSHIP COLLEGE OF EDUCATION,WARRIThis branch is also doing well, during the year under review; they organized severalworkshops and seminar. They were able to produce a body spray from one of theirworkshops to raise fund for the Fellowship this served as empowerment for both theFellowship and the Students.EVANGELISMThe fellowship went for evangelism twice during the year under review at Edjeba andwithin the campus to the glory of God; some converts were won for the Lord.ACHIEVEMENTA.S.F COEWA branch was able to produce notebooks which were distributed to themembers (not for sale). Alongside A.S.F COEWA body spray, and Polo Production.The major challenge of this fellowship is finance to purchase musical instruments.178 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODSUMMARY OFACCOUNT:Income: 115,370Expenses: 52,440Balance: 62,930YOUTH MANIFESTWe return all the glory to the Lord for the success of 2016 youth manifest,it was indeedawesome and highly rewarding, we were practically encouraged with the attendance aswe had students from tertiary institutions from Delta/Edo States and beyond, youthsfrom the Cathedral, Archdeaconries, Chapels and divine encounter (otherdenominations) were also in attendance. We were also blessed with the varieties ofactivities packaged to make it an interested convocation for the youth.APPRECIATION: We appreciate and praise the Almighty Father for His mercy anduncountable blessings. We also wish to appreciate our father the bishop for hisunwavering support and special interest in youth work generally and the ASF inparticular.We pray that the good Lord will continue to bless his episcopacy.We thank allSub Committees in the various ASF branches, the youth director, AYF DiocesanChaplain, theVicar of the Cathedral, the Clergy and the good people of Warri Diocesefor their support and love for the program. It is our prayer that our loving Father willrichly reward you all in Jesus name.Amen. REV. CANON DR. E.A. OTOBRISE ASF CHAPLAIN179 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODO. AJAYI CROWTHER UNIVERSITY, OYOREPORT OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR TO 2016SYNOD1.0 INTRODUCTION On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Governing Council, Senate and entire community of Ajayi Crowther University Oyo,we heartily rejoice with the Diocesan and the entire house of Clergy and the laity of this Diocese,on the arrival of another Synod.To God be the Glory.The University appreciates the Diocese for your continued interest in the institution. I am glad to report the activities and achievements of the University since the last Synod. Indeed, a number of developments have taken place in the past year for which we are grateful to God. I took over the baton of leadership of our great University as Vice-Chancellor on October 2nd 2015 and hereby report some of our achievements.2.0 7TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY The 7th Convocation Ceremonies which was the first major assignment upon my assumption of duty took place from Sunday, November 29th to Saturday, December 5th 2015.The Convocation thanksgiving service was presided over by Rt. Rev. J. Oyekpen, the Lord Bishop of the Diocese of Akoko-Edo. The convocation lecture titled: 'Faith-based Universities and National Development: towards a mandate re-appraisal' was delivered by Prof. Babajide Alo, DeputyVice- Chancellor,(Academics and Research),University of Lagos,on Friday,December 4, 2015, in a ceremony presided over by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN. At the last convocation, this University graduated 370 students who were admitted to various degrees of the University, among whom 11 graduated with First Class Honours.It is worth mentioning that to the glory of God, the ceremony for the award of first degrees and prizes took place in the auditorium of the New Faculty of Law building,the auditorium,which is fully air conditioned, seats about 1000 people comfortably.We are grateful to the donors of this building and pray the blessings of God on them.3.0 MAJOR POLICIES ENACTED§Discipline and dutifulness among staff and students have been enforced.§Community Worship Service has been introduced.The entire staff and students of the University Community come together to worship at 3:00pm on Wednesdays every week, in addition to Sunday worship service and daily devotions in hostels and all departments.§We have introduced an attendance for lecturers in all faculties which is signed at every lecture,to ensure that our students are being taught and that the lecturers do their jobs.§Students also sign attendance registers at their hostels and in their departments180 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD as evidence that they attend their lectures daily and are present on campus.§Dress codes for students and staff have been enforced.§Movement of students in and out of campus is being strictly monitored.§Students have been encouraged to report cases of harassment and extortion directly to theVice-Chancellor.§Security on campus has been beefed up.§The University Management has approved a 3-installmental payment schedule for payment of fees.With this,students can come into the University and resume for their studies with about one-third of the total fees payable and are expected to pay up their balances at the stipulated time on the payment schedule.§Parents can access the results of their children online irrespective of their financial status in order to monitor their academic performance.4.0 ADMISSIONS Admissions are open into Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Part-Time, Distance Learning, Pre-degree and Foundation programs of the University.We appeal to members of this Diocese to take advantage of the quality education which the University offers and to assist in creating awareness among their congregation about the admission exercise. Leaflets and posters containing our academic programs and admission information are available at the office of the Diocese for pick-up.We also encourage prospective students to visit the admissions page on the University website at www.acu.edu.ng for more information.Also, a special tuition concession of one hundred and fifty thousand Naira (N150,000) is given to Clergy and other prospective applicants into B.A. Christian Studies and Religious Studies programs. This is a contribution of the University to Clergy development.5.0 THE JOSEPHUS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME A scholarship scheme has been instituted by Josephus Foundation for students ofAjayi Crowther University.·The Scholarship scheme, which is open to 25 students from all levels (100-400), covers the whole of tuition fees, accommodation fees and generous allowance for books.·The University is grateful to the Afolabi family of Kadelu Compound, Ibadan, especially the Patriarch of the family, Chief Tunde Afolabi, for this generous gesture,which will bring university education to many deserving youths.6.0 ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT§The National UniversitiesCommission (NUC) visited the University for re- accreditation of three of our undergraduate courses – Economics, Business Administration and Mass Communication, on the 7th of February, 2016 and on the 17thof March, 2016, we received another team of the NUC for resource assessment towards the commencement of our Postgraduate School and Faculty of Environmental studies, and we are hopeful for a favourable response181 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD from the NUC.§Senate has approved the separation of the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences into the Faculty of Social Sciences and Faculty of Management Sciences as two separate faculties.New programs will also be mounted in these faculties.§The Centres for Distance Learning, Part-time studies and Pre-degree / foundation programme have been established.Directors have been appointed to these centres and they have taken-off immediately.§The Law program of this University has received the accreditation of the Council for Legal Education,and the University can now fully undertake the Law program.§Senate has approved the introduction of new degree programmes in our existing faculties, among which are B.Sc. Entrepreneurial Studies, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Insurance andActuarial Science,B.ATheology and more across the faculties.§In not too distant future, we hope to have a College of Medicine and produce Ajayi Crowther University trained doctors and healthcare professionals. God is making room for us and we are expanding.§We commenced our inaugural lecture series.The pioneer inaugural lecture was on Thursday, 19th November, 2015, delivered by Prof. Joel Ayodabo of the department of English, the second followed on Thursday, 21st January, 2016 and was delivered by Prof. Mrs. Morenike Sanni, Professor of Microbiology. Consequently,the third inaugural lecture,by Prof.Adeleye,Professor of Geology took place onThursday 24th March,2016.§We held a special University lecture on Monday 14th December,2016.The guest lecturer,Prof.Chris Imafidon from the United Kingdom is a Professor that serves in the University of Cambridge. In no distant time, we shall embark on collaborations with European Universities and ensure that our students are exposed to the best training such as is available anywhere in the world.7.0 PHYSICALAND INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENTTo the glory of God, the following physical and infrastructural developments have beenrecorded in the past six months:§The construction of the campus road network, a project commenced by my predecessor is near completion, with a few sections yet to be completed. However,work is in progress and we expect the project to be completed shortly.§We commenced construction of anew 3000 capacity auditorium.This project commenced with funds provided by our proprietors, and enjoyed the kind donation of five million Naira, from the Pro-Chancellor, Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN, towards the roofing of the edifice.The auditorium was the venue of the Matriculation ceremony of newly admitted students which was held on 2nd December, 2015. It has also been the venue of our weekly worship services. Asides serving the University community,the auditorium shall also be an income generating asset,as event centre and crusade facility for churches and Dioceses.§The existing old auditorium has been renovated and fully air-conditioned. A standby 100 KVA generator is installed to power it. It was used for the Convocation play and Valedictory service at the last convocation ceremonies and was the venue of our inaugural lectures.§The SACOBA guest house that formerly had eight rooms has now been182 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD converted into a sixteen room guest house, with eight more rooms created on the ground floor.§A 30-seater Toyota Coaster bus has been acquired for use by staff and students and has since been put into use.§A Nissan Micra Car was purchased and immediately deployed for the use ofACU Shuttle services, for conveying students and staff within campus premises, following the banning Okada Motor cycles on campus (except those owned by staff and shop operators.§We have newly built ten additional lecture rooms. It is our intention to air- condition all the lecture rooms in the University and equip them with state-of- the-art equipment.§We purchased 50 new street lights to add to the existing ones,to ensure that the campus is well lit at evening hours.The streetlights have been mounted at their respective locations and are now operational.§The Ajayi Crowther University Bookshop commenced operations January 5, 2016,as the University resumed from the Christmas break.The Bookshop serves both student and staff and is being operated by The Booksellers. A renowned company at the forefront of bookshop operations in Nigeria.§We have renovated and re-painted about twenty (20) existing buildings in the University.§An old story building that was built in 1897,which served as the Principal's office of St.Andrew's College has been renovated and will soon house the University Museum that will house some of important artefacts of the old St. Andrews College of Education.§The old St. Andrew's Chapel, which is over a hundred years old, has enjoyed modern renovations to give it a new look. We are grateful to Mr. Olutoyin Okeowo,a member of the Governing Council,for singlehandedly and voluntarily funding this project.This Chapel was re-dedicated on Monday February 1st,2016. At this service, the Bible, pen and pocket watch used by Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther were presented to the University.§We also erected a baptistry, behind the old chapel, where baptism by immersion is performed.§We enjoyed the benevolence of the family of Mr & Mrs.Modupe and Folorunsho Alakija, through the donation of an ultra-modern Faculty of Law complex, which is rated to be the best of its kind in Nigeria.§We were also blessed with a new Vice-Chancellor's lodge, donated by the Chairman of Council,ChiefWole Olanipekun.We are immensely grateful for this donation.§Zenith Bank Plc deployed three new ATM machines on campus to serve the needs of the community.§Our halls of residence have been equipped with Plasma TVs, Refrigerators and Washing Machines.§New 24-hourWi-Fi internet facility has been deployed on campus. Students and staff can now access the internet at any location within the campus premises.§We organized a rehabilitation program, in conjunction with Scripture Union Nigeria, for students with defiant behaviour who had been suspended from the183 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD University for various offences.Those who benefitted from this program have been allowed to resume their studies in the University under close monitoring. As a faith-based University, we realise that we have a Christian obligation to rescue the perishing and this informed the initiative.§Mrs.Adenike Fatogun has been appointed the second registrar of the University, following the expiration of tenure of the pioneer registrar, Dr. Mrs. Josephine Oyebanji.Mr.Abiodun OlaAdemosun has also been appointed as the new Bursar of the University.8.0 CONCLUSIONDespite challenges, the University is still advancing, with the help of God. We arecommitted to providing all-round education and raising godly intellectuals. As theUniversity is solely dependent on the fees paid by students for its running, there is needfor quality financial support from the Church and other interested stakeholders.Weencourage all members of the Anglican Communion to develop interest in AjayiCrowther University.We sincerely thank all those whohave contributed to theACU dayfund, and assure you that those funds, whichwill be of immense benefit to the growth ofthe University,will be judiciously utilized as they get into our coffers.We also beckon onwell-meaning members of our Church to partner with us in the progress of ourUniversity.We encourage you to endow professorial chairs, donate books and otherfacilities,initiate scholarship schemes for our students and other endowment funds,putup buildings to be named after you as well as embark upon other humanitarian projectsfor the University.By the Grace of theAlmighty God,Ajayi Crowther University shall bea great citadel for the formation of godly intellectuals. Once again, we congratulate theDiocese and wish you a fruitful Synod. Thank you. Rt. Rev. Professor. Dapo F.Asaju Bishop Theologian, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion). Vice- Chancellor.184 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD13. ANGLICAN GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OKPARA WATERSIDESYNOD REPORT FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 2015 TO MARCH 2016SUBMITTED TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD OFTHE DIOCESE OF WARRI HOLDEN AT ST. JAMES' ANGLICANCHURCH, 29, OJABUGBE STREET, OFF OKUMAGBA AVENUE,WARRIFROM SATURDAY 7THTOWEDNESDAY 11TH MAY,2016My lord Bishop and President of Synod,My lordTemporal,Diocesan Officials,Houses of Clergy and Laity,Distinguished Guests,Ladies and Gentlemen.IntroductionBlessed be the Lord God,the God of Israel,who only doeth wondrous things. May Godgrant the President of Synod and the good people of the Diocese of Warri a peaceful,successful and blessed Synod deliberations in Jesus name,Amen.AppreciationIn respect of the annual development offering which Synod approved in 2014 for thedevelopment of our Grammar School at OkparaWaterside, we do specially appreciatethe President of Synod,His lordship,the Rt.Revd.C.E.Ide,our respected fathers in Godand the good people of Warri Diocese for all they have given. May God bless you withoverflow measure in Jesus name,Amen.PerformanceSchoolActivities:Such asi. Teaching and learningii. Lesson classes/prep in the eveningsiii. Periodic evaluation testsiv. Terminal examinations etc etc etcThese were effectively carried out during the period under review. Also students weretaken out on excursion trips to Songhai in Amukpe, Sapele, and the Magistrate Court atUrhuovieAbraka.School Extra-CurricularActivitiesThe 38th Inter-house Sports competition of the College was held on Tuesday 9th ofFebruary, 2016 under the Chairmanship of Sir Barrister Monday Ataine and otherdignitaries.185 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODIncome realized from the inter-house sports through donations on the ceremonyday amounted to:Cash: N158,500Promises: N 165,000Total N 323,500Cement: 62 bagsTrophy 1Worship Life in the Collegei. Naming of the College Chapel:The College Chapel had been named by the Bishop asALL SOULS CHAPEL.ii. Baptism: Eleven (11) students were baptized on Thursday 19th November, 2015.iii. Confirmation: The maiden confirmation was held on Sunday 29th November, 2015.- 10 Girls were commissioned as Girls Guild members- 25 candidates were confirmediv. All spiritual activities such Sunday Services, all-night programmes, Bible Study class, fasting and prayer, Scripture Union Fellowship etc were appropriately and adequately observed during the period under review.v. The vestry meeting of the Chapel was conducted on Wednesday 17th February, 2016 to put the first Chapel Committee Members in place.School Statistics186 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODAchievements:1. The School Management Board is almost through with the over-hauling exercise aimed at repositioning the College for a break-even and a self sustaining life.2. The perimeter fencing of the school premises and the installation of lockable gates at the two major entrances of the school were almost completed.External Examinations1. BECE 2015 RESULTS 41 candidates1. WAEC MAY/JUNE,2015 RESULTS187 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD1.NECO MAY/JUNE, 2015 RESULTSDonations During The Period Under ReviewThe school P.T.A adopted the completion of an apartment to provide residence for theschool house master. The project would be costing above N300,000.School's Urgent Need: N4,000,000The school has so many pressing needs among which are: N7,500,000 N2,500,000 Estimated at N500,0001. Completion of the Hostel Block“B” N1,500,002. Completion of the perimeter fencing project N300,0003. Rehabilitation of the building for school chapel N4,000,0004. 100 ceiling fans for Hostels,dining hall and other places5. Double Deck Beds (100 pieces)6. Rehabilitation and equipment of Physics lab7. Rehabilitation and equipment of Chemistry lab188 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD8. Rehabilitation and equipment of Biology lab N3,000,0009. Teachers quarters N9,800,00010. Principals quarter N5,000,000 N40,800,000 TOTALAudited School's Financial ReportsConclusionWe thank GodAlmighty for his enabling grace upon us to serve in this capacity. Also,wewish to specially thank and appreciate our Bishop and our Mother in Israel for this rareprivilege. For the wonderful contributions and support of Dame Chief Mrs. R. R.Oghene, the School Management Board Chairman,VenV.A. Onosomuode JP, P.T.A. bodyably headed by Can S. T. Jehian, Old Boys Association, DELSAEB and all of you goodpeople of Warri Diocese,we are very grateful. May God bless you in Jesus name,Amen. The Revd S. E. Okifo Principal189 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD14. SYNOD 2016 BIBLE STUDY OUTLINETHEME:TEXT: THE PEACE OF GODTHAT TRANSCENDSALL UNDERSTANDING. PHILIPPIANS 4:7. And the peace of God,which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.GENERAL INTRODUCTIONThe early church was unanimous in its testimony that Philippians was written by theapostle Paul (see 1:1). The church at Philippi was established during Paul's secondmissionary journey (49-52A.D.),when he received a vision atTroas.In the vision, a man of Macedonia pleaded, \"Come over to Macedonia and help us.\"Perceiving that the Lord was calling them to go to Macedonia, they sailed from Troas(Luke having joined them) and eventually arrived at Philippi (Acts 16:6-12).With theconversion of Lydia (Acts 16:13-15) and the Philippian jailor (Acts 16:25-34), thechurch was established at Philippi. There were two reasons Paul wrote this letter:Philippians is a thank you note from a missionary to a supporting church.The second reason was due to a conflict between two women. He mentions andnames them in 4:1-2. (Euodia and Syntyche).Euodia and Syntyche could represent anytwo believers who are at odds with each other. Notice that whatever the rights andwrongs were,Paul's concern was to get the quarrel sorted out and peace restored.The word “Peace”,shalom, in Hebrew is a word with several different meanings in theOld and New Testaments. The Old Testament meaning of peace wascompleteness,soundness, and well-being of the total person. This peace wasconsidered God-given, obtained by following the Law (Ps 119:165). Peace sometimeshad a physical meaning,suggesting security (Ps 4:8),contentment (Isa 26:3),prosperity(Ps 122:6-7) and the absence of war (1 Sam 7:14).The traditional Jewish greeting, shalom, was a wish for peace.The word \"peace\" eireinei,in Greek refers to a mental attitude of tranquility based on a relationship withGod in the Christian Way of Life. It is a word which describes the result of a person'scorrect response to God's Grace.This understanding was originally expressed in theOldTestament writings about the coming Messiah (Isa 9:6-7).The peace that Jesus Christ spoke of was a combination of hope, trust, and quiet in themind and soul,brought about by reconciliation with God.Such peace was proclaimed bythe host of angels at Christ's birth (Luke 2:14), and by Christ Himself in His Sermon OnThe Mount (Matt 5:9) and during His ministry.He also taught about this kind of peace atthe Lord's Supper, shortly before His death (John 14:27).The apostle Paul later wrotethat such peace and spiritual blessedness was a direct result of faith in Christ (Rom 5:1).190 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD SYNOD 2016 BIBLE STUDY OUTLINE: DAY ONE (MONDAY)THEME: THE PEACE OF GODTHAT TRANSCENDSALL UNDERSTANDING.SUBTHEME: GOD'S PEACE ISA GIFT.TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 4:1-9,2THESSALONIANS 3:16-18, JOHN 14:25-27;16:29-33AIM: To appreciate that God's peace is a gift from Him to those who believe in Him.INTRODUCTION: Peace, properly, is that state of mind in which persons areexposed to no open violence to interrupt their tranquility.It could be Social peace,Ecclesiastical peace or Spiritual peace. Social peace is mutual agreement one withanother, whereby we forbear injuring one another (Ps 34:14). Ecclesiastical peace isfreedom from contentions, and rest from persecutions (Isaiah32:17). Spiritual peace isdeliverance from sin, by which we were at enmity with God (Rom 5:1); the result ispeace in the conscience (Heb. 10:22).This peace is the gift of God through Jesus Christ(2Thess 3:16).It is a blessing of great importance (Ps 119:165).Jesus Christ is the Princeof peace and every follower of His has an inheritance of living a peaceful life in spite ofthe turmoil.We can't have the pleasing, life-transforming privileges of God's peacewithout first meeting God's requirements. Colossians 1:20 says that through JesusChrist,\"God reconciled everything to himself.He made peace with everything in heavenand on earth by means of Christ's blood on the cross\" (NLT). The only way we willexperience the peace of God that passes all human understanding is through the bloodof the cross, the blood Jesus shed. God's gift of Jesus was a gift of peace for you and metoday. It is because of Jesus that we can have peace on the inside, peace on the outside,and peace with God.Jesus Christ is also seen as the One who gives peace.Jesus said,\"Mypeace I give to you.\" Notice He says \"My peace.\" Here is the key to the super-naturalness of this peace: it is His own personal peace. It is the same deep, rich peacethat stilled His heart in the midst of mockers,haters,murderers,traitors,and everythingelse He faced. In the midst of incomprehensible resistance and persecution, Jesus wascalm.In fact, Christ is seen throughout the New Testament as the dispenser of peace.Jesus Christ gives us His own personal peace. It has been tested; it was His own shieldand His own helmet that served Him in battle. And He gave it to us when He left. Itshould give us the same serenity in danger, the same calm in trouble, and the samefreedom from anxiety.QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION1. “God's gift of Jesus was a gift of peace for you and me today”. Colossians 1:20 Discuss.2. What do you think Jesus meant when He promised to leave us Hispeace? (John 14:27).3. Does having Jesus' peace means we'll never have troubles?Why or why not? (John 16:32-33)191 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD4. How do we obtain this gift (Peace)? (Philippians 4:5-7,Matthew 6:33).5. Why are people rejecting this gift? (John 3:19-21)CONCLUSION: God is the only real giver of peace, man will have to meet God'sconditions or do without.There's no other source for peace. Man can't buy it at anyprice. God has the product, and no one else does. If man wants peace, he will have to goto God and get it: \"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and allthese things shall be added unto you.\" (Mat. 6:33).When will man find peace? When heseeks the kingdom of God and his righteousness.Self-righteousness is man's problem.FOOD FORTHOUGHT:You can't have the peace of God until you first have peace with God.MEMORY VERSE: 2 THESSALONIANS 3:16b. Now may the Lord of peace himselfgive you peace at all times and in every way.192 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD SYNOD 2016 BIBLE STUDY OUTLINE: DAY TWO (TUESDAY)THEME: THE PEACE OF GODTHAT TRANSCENDSALL UNDERSTANDING.SUB-THEME: GOD'S PEACE:HAVINGA RIGHT RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD.TEXTS: ROMANS 5:1-11.AIM: To make us know that we cannot have that peace that transcends all understanding unless we have a right relationship with God.INTRODUCTIONThe unsaved person is at \"enmity with God\" (Rom. 5:10; 8:7) because he cannot obeyGod's Law or fulfill God's will. Every sinner is a slave of sin.He has been enslaved by sin.He has no peace.There is always a war within, caused by the lust for pleasure inside theheart of every sinner.His heart is never rested from agitating passions or moral conflict.Even if you have decided to sear your conscience with hot iron (1Tim.4:2) so that itbecomes insensitive to the things of God,that only gives you an uneasy quiet.You will stillhave no peace within and without.Your life only will be opened up to more troubles.Foryou to have peace, you must receive the Prince of Peace and be saved from your sins.Two verses from Isaiah make the matter clear \"There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto thewicked\" (Isa 48:22); \"And the work of righteousness shall be peace\" (Isa 32:17).Condemnation means that God declares us sinners, which is a declaration of war.Justification means that God declares us righteous,which is a declaration of peace,madepossible by Christ's death on the cross.\"Peace with God\" is the result of faith in Christ (Rom 5:1); \"the peace of God\" and thepresence of \"the God of peace\" will come when the believer practices right thinking,rightpraying,and right living.Worry is tension between the mind and heart.The peace of Godwill guard our hearts and minds if we but meet the conditions He gives.QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION1. What did you understand by, “Peace with God” (Rom 5:1), “the Peace of God” (Phil.4:7) and“the God of Peace” (Rom.15:33).2. Have you experienced the real peace that God gives? Explain how it happened.3. Discuss how you got convinced that you are at peace with God now.What is the difference between your life now and that before?4. How can you find your peace that passes all understanding? Isaiah 32:17,48:22, Philippians 4:6-7,Psalm 20:7,Matthew 6:33-34,2 Corinthians 5:7CONCLUSION: Peace will elude those who don't have a relationship with God.TheBible affirms that “all have sinned” (Romans 3:23) and that “salvation is found in no one193 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODelse, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must besaved” (Acts 4:12).Without knowing Jesus Christ, there will always be the fear of deathand judgment within the hearts of men and women. Yet knowing the Lord enablesbelievers to have peace even within the worst of storms.FOOD FORTHOUGHT: God has set a sense of eternity in our hearts (Ecclesiastes3:11),and that sense of timeless destiny can only find its fulfillment in God Himself.MEMORYVERSE: Romans 5:1.“Therefore, since we have been justified through faith,we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”194 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD2016 SYNOD BIBLE STUDY OUTLINE: DAY THREE (WEDNESDAY)THEME: THE PEACE OF GODTHAT TRANSCENDSALL UNDERSTANDING.SUB-THEME: GOD'S PEACE: HAVING A RIGHT RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR FELLOW HUMAN BEINGS.TEXTS: EPHESIANS 4:1-6,ROMANS 12:17-18,HEBREWS 12:14.AIM: To show that our peace with God is incomplete without peace with our fellow human beings.INTRODUCTION:Why is there constant war and bloodshed on the earth?Why are so many people unableto get along with others? One can never expect to get along with others unlessone recognizes the value of peace.Happiness is a frame of mind.Getting along withothers requires a proper frame of mind. Peace is something that should be pursued.“Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it” (Ps. 34:14).What does theBible say about the wicked who refuse to seek peace? “There is no peace, saith theLORD, unto the wicked” (Isa. 48:22). Most people desire to be happy, but many aredeprived of happiness because they are unable to live in peace with others.Peter wrote:“For he that will love life,and see good days,let him refrain his tongue fromevil, and his lips that they speak no guile. Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seekpeace, and ensue it” (1 Pet. 3:10-11). James adds:“And the fruit of righteousness is sownin peace of them that make peace” (Jas.3:18).What are the fruits of righteousness?“Andthe work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness andassurance forever.” “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offendthem” (Ps.119:165).There is a reason the Bible instructs:“Follow peace with all men,andholiness,without which no man shall see the Lord” (Heb.12:14).Recognizing the value of peace is one thing, but without the desire to achieve it we willbe unable to live in harmony.How much happiness does one experience while bickeringand arguing? Not much. Many insist in getting in the “last word.” Somehow the one whogets in the last word feels that he or she is the winner.The winner, however, is the onewho avoids an argument in the first place. Consider this text:“Behold, how good andhow pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” (Ps.133:1).A number of NewTestament passages instruct us on the importance of getting along with people, bothwith our neighbors and with our church brethren. “Let us therefore follow after thethings which make for peace and things wherewith one may edify another” (Rom.14:19).QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION1. At what levels does God want us to make peace? Job 22:21, Romans 12:18, Matthew 5:23-24,2 Cor.18-19,Jeremiah 29:7.2. How do we maintain peace in our family? Ephesians 5:22-33,6:1-4.ITimothy 5:8.195 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD3.What will you do in order to maintain peace with your neighbour? Colossians 4:6,James 1:19, Romans 12:14,Matthew 5:44CONCLUSION: Are you at peace with God and with men? How is your relationshipwith your husband,wife,children,colleagues,etc.? How is your relationship with peoplein your neighborhood? Even Jesus Christ our Lord had to grow in favour with men,having a peaceful relationship with them ever before He could enter into His ministryeffectively (Luke 2:40,52).MEMORYVERSE:HEBREWS 12:14.“Work at living in peace with everyone,and workat living a holy life,for those who are not holy will not see the Lord”.(New LivingTranslation) REV. IZUNNA C. EZE Ph.D. (Bible Study Leader)196 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD15. NAMES OF DELEGATES TO THE 1ST SESSION OF THE 12THSYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF WARRI HOLDING AT ST. JAMES'ANGLICAN CHURCH, 29, OJABUBGE STREET, WARRI FROMSATURDAY 7THTOWEDNESDAY 11TH MAY 2016.DIOCESAN OFFICIALS197 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNODA.Y.F. REPRESENTATIVES - St.James' Church,Ojabugbe29. Mr.Oghenevwede Orogun - HolyTrinity Church, W/r Effurun30. Mrs.IreneAtevureEFAC REPRESENTATIVE -31. Mr. Favour Otuaba - St.Peter's Church, Igbudu32. Evang.Goodluck OguhA.A.P.S.REPRESENTATIVES33. Evang.Luke Omugbe - St. Mark's Church, Otor - Okere34. Evang.(Mrs.) S.E.Diakparomre - All Saints Chapel, Delsu, AbrakaFATHERS' UNION REPRESENTATIVES35. Sir Simeon Igogo - Chapel of theAdvent,NNPC Housing Complex36. Mr.Wilson Okore - The Good Shepherd Anglican Church, IgbuduCOUNCIL OF KNIGHTS REPRESENTATIVES37 Sir EmmanuelAbulu - Cathedral of St. Andrew, Warri38 SirWilson Eruvwe - St.James' Church, OjabugbeMEN FELLOWSHIP REPRESENTATIVES39. Mr.Stephen O. Adaramola40. Evang. Anthony OnojeghenCATHEDRAL OF ST.ANDREW,WARRI41. Ven.P.O.G.Whiskel42. Ven.A.O.C.Esibe43. Revd Canon Dr. E.A.Otobrise (JP)44. Revd.Terry Olokor (JP)45. Revd JosephArawore46. Revd Sunday .O. Agah47. Revd Christian Umukoro48. Mrs. Vera Whiskel49. Mrs.Edna E.Esibe50. Mr. J.A. Adewoyin (JP)51. Mr. Joshua Okah52. Engr. S.k. Popoola53. Dr. Ben Oruerio (KSC)54. Sir Emmanuel Abulu55. Mr.F riday Awhaitefe198 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,

REPORTS TO THE FIRST SESSION OF THE TWELFTH SYNOD56. Sir Jonathan Oshiokpelua St.Matthias Church,Igbo Quarter (Barr. at Law) 77. Catechist Esada Favour57. Mr.Ubiomo Efe Ezimeruwe St.Peter's Church,Urhovie58. Mr. Henry Soribe 78. Catechist Moses Okpor59. Mr. Bodunrin AjayiABRAKAARCHDEACONRY Annuciation Church,Oria –Abraka 79. Catechist Ogheneovo EghurudiaSt.Philip's Church, Abraka60. Ven.Dr. R.M.U.Obegor St.Paul's Church,Umeghe61. Ven.Biodun Oladosu 80. Mr.Felix Itedjere62. Revd D.E. Aghwaremre63. Mrs. Theresa Obegor Transfiguration Church64. Mr. Friday Evwodere 81. Mr.Adaighofua Meshack65. Dr. Majority Oji ChristThe King ChurchSt.Barnabas' Church,Urhuoka 82. Catechist Isaac Emonido66. Revd Peter Odie67. Mr.Emmanuel E.Obojirhaye Anglican Church,Monkey Joint 83. Mr.Marvelous OnovaeSt.James' Church,Oria-abraka68. Revd.Godwin Biowa Anglican Church,Commercial69. Benedict Oya School 84. Mr.Frank IgbehSt.John's Church Erho,Abraka70. Revd Dennis .O.Odhugo AGBONARCHDEACONRY71. Mrs.Patricia Ishorovoja St. Matthew's Church, Okpara WaterSt.Stephen's Church,Sanubi Side.72. Revd Kingsley Emuakpeje 85. Ven.VictorA.Onosemuode,JP73. Mr.OyomaAtori 86. Revd Gabriel Bobori 87. Mrs.Ruth OnosemuodeSt.Jonh's Church,Police Station Road 88. Evang.Fidelis Enado74. Catechist Lucky Oteme 89 Mrs.Tina OmovweSt.Matthias Church,Otorho St.James' Church,Oviore-ovu75. Mr.Itoje Ovwigho 90. Revd.Amos Imini 91. Mr.Samuel UtuyoromeSt.Andrew's Church,Ugono76. CatechistWilson Iweh St.Paul's Church,Ekpan – Ovu 92. Revd I.W.Iyeta,(jp) 93. Mr.JonathanAkpoevwa199 THEME: “THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH Date: SAT. 7TH – WED.11TH MAY, 2016 TRANSCENDS ALL UNDERSTANDING.” Venue: ST. JAMES ANG. CHURCH,