By the leading of the Holy Spirit on October 1928, the late Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola founded Christ Apostolic Church in Ilesha, a town in Osun State, Nigeria. Since that time, the spirit of Pentecostalism and Evangelism has never been the same in Nigeria till today. Nigeria remains the International headquarters of Christ Apostolic Church.
Following the footsteps of late Apostle Joseph A. Babalola, Christ Apostolic Church of America, Inc. was planted in 1981 by Apostle (Dr) T.O. Obadare, the Executive Director of the World Soul-Winning Evangelistic Ministry, who had a burning desire for souls of Nigerians and other nationals abroad.
Our church is blessed to have this great man of God visit us at least once a year. The Lord has empowered him so much that miracles and wonders are performed through him. Please be a part of this miracle-filled movement today. The miracle of your life awaits you in Jesus’ name.
Church History
It was on the 15th of July 1979 at a revival conducted by Prophet T. O. Obadare of the World Soul-Winning Evangelistic Ministry [WOSEM] -that a prophecy came out. A woman who prophesied for more than 2 hours during the revival program spoke God's message to the prophet and said that God wanted him to take the gospel to his citizens abroad who have neglected to follow Christ. Based on this prophetic instruction, Prophet Dr. T. O. Obadare brought the Gospel to United States and Europe starting in 1981. He founded Christ Apostolic Church of America, Inc. a/k/a Christ Apostolic Church W.O.S.E.M. (C.A.C. WOSEM). Although there have been series of persecutions, the prophet had endured by the grace of God. The work has expanded to many states in the USA, Canada and Europe. There are presently about twenty six (26) churches throughout the U.S. and Canada This is all about the eagerness of God towards His creations.
Our Church Tenets of Faith
The following are the truths we believe in and hold:
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The divine inspiration and authority of the Holy Bible.
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The unity of the Godhead and the Trinity of persons therein.
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The necessity for repentance and regeneration; and the eternal doom of the finally impenitent.
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The Virgin birth, Sinless life, Atoning death, Triumphant Resurrection, Ascension, Abiding intercession of our Lord Jesus Christ, and His second coming.
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Justification and sanctification of the believers through the finished work of Christ.
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The sacraments of baptism by immersion and of the Lord's supper.
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The baptism of the Holy Ghost for the believers with signs following.
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The nine gifts of the Holy Ghost for the edification, exhortation and comfort of the church, which is the body of Christ.
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Church government by Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, and Teachers.
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The obligatory nature of tithes and offerings.
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Divine healing through obedience to the commandment of our Lord Jesus Christ and faith in His name and merit of His blood for all sicknesses, diseases and infirmities.
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The eternal life of the saints with Christ and the eternal doom and punishment for the wicked in hell. |
