MFM holds capacity building workshop for Pastors, workers, members

The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Ajah Mega Axis has organised a capacity-building retreat and impartation service for pastors, ministers, workers and members, with the theme, “Excellence in Ministry.”

The retreat, marked by intensive prayer sessions, vibrant worship and impactful teachings, was designed to strengthen ministerial effectiveness, enhance departmental coordination and advance church growth initiatives across the Axis.

The training featured House Fellowship leadership development, evangelism and church growth strategies, as well as sessions on nurturing children and teenagers to become purpose-driven individuals and solutions to societal challenges. Participants also underwent specialised worker orientations focused on equipping volunteers, improving service delivery and fostering sustainable church growth.

The programme, which attracted pastors, ministers, overseers and departmental leaders from across the Axis, had facilitators from the church’s International Headquarters.

Speaking at the event, the Mega Regional Overseer, Pastor Irabor Enojiasun, said the retreat was organised to enhance spiritual growth, leadership competence and operational efficiency among ministers and workers.

He expressed appreciation to the General Overseer of MFM Worldwide, Dr. Daniel Olukoya, and his wife, Dr. Folashade Elizabeth Olukoya, for their visionary leadership and commitment to developing members spiritually and physically through various seminars and training programmes.

According to him, the objectives of the retreat included strengthening workers’ spiritual capacity and leadership effectiveness, reinforcing evangelism as the church’s core mandate, improving accountability and stewardship across departments, enhancing operational efficiency and ministry coordination, and promoting unity for sustainable growth.

Throughout the sessions, facilitators addressed spiritual and administrative strategies aimed at improving membership growth and retention, strengthening accountability, enhancing outreach effectiveness and standardising operational procedures.

Providing further insight into the retreat, Pastor Gideon Sonde, Chairman, Council of Regions, MFM Mega Axis, who spoke on behalf of overseers and other coordinators, said the programme was focused on reviving individuals and repositioning the church for greater relevance.

They urged participants to pursue a transformative encounter with God, remain faithful stewards of the faith and invest diligently in kingdom advancement.

On evangelism, the Head of Evangelism, MFM Worldwide, Pastor Bola Aruna, stressed that soul winning remains the primary assignment of every believer, citing Luke 19:10. He warned that any believer who neglects evangelism is spiritually unproductive, regardless of title or position.

Similarly, the Director of Administration, Pastor Temitope Olawale, encouraged participants to be solution-driven, disciplined, humble and integrity-focused in their service.

Speaking on children and youth development, Pastor (Mrs.) Oludaunsi Grace and Pastor (Mrs.) Esther Akila highlighted biblical principles for mentoring and nurturing children and teenagers to discover their God-given purpose and become agents of transformation in a morally challenged world.

Pastor Abayomi Gabriel of the House Fellowship Monitoring Committee emphasised that every bona fide member should belong to a House Fellowship, describing it as the bedrock of sustainable church growth. Citing Acts 2:42–47, he encouraged members to make their homes available for fellowship meetings and noted that serving as a House Fellowship leader is a prerequisite for aspiring pastors within the ministry.

Also speaking, Pastor (Mrs.) Bisi Adesanya, Head Usher, MFM Worldwide, underscored the role of ushers as part of the Ministry of Helps, referencing 1 Corinthians 12:28. She described ushers as ambassadors of Christ and the ministry, urging them to maintain hospitality, love and vigilance.

Representing the Youth Church, Pastor Adebowale, on behalf of Pastor Tobi Popoola, outlined the church’s commitment to addressing the spiritual and socio-economic needs of young people, referencing 1 Timothy 4:12–16. He noted that MFM youth churches globally are raising purposeful, God-fearing young leaders.

Other speakers included Engr. Olalekan Olayemi, who addressed facility management and the need for safe and conducive worship environments, and Pastor (Mrs.) Esther Adebayo, who reinforced the importance of financial transparency, documentation and stewardship integrity.

The conference climaxed with a Fire Baptism and Impartation Service led by Pastor Emmanuel Oladimeji, Senior Pastor, MFM International Headquarters Youth Church. The session was marked by fervent intercession, spiritual renewal and a fresh impartation of grace for effective service.

Participants described the retreat as impactful, noting that it would deepen their spiritual growth and strengthen their commitment to kingdom advancement and positive societal transformation.