About Living Grace Tabernacle

Our story, our faith and the people who lead us.

History of the Celestial Church of Christ

The Celestial Church of Christ was founded in 1947 in Porto-Novo, Benin Republic, by Pastor Samuel Bilewu Oshoffa, and has since spread across Africa and the world.

History of Living Grace Tabernacle

Tell the story of how CCC Living Grace Tabernacle began, the founding members and the growth of the parish.

Mission

The core mission of the CCC stems directly from the Divine Order delivered by the angel of God to Papa Oshoffa on September 29, 1947.

Vision

To evangelise the world through the proclamation of the Word—the Good News of the Messiah Jesus Christ, and of the Kingdom of God. The ultimate vision is centered on preparing believers for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and ensuring that souls are saved from the structures of darkness.

Core values

  • Holiness
  • Prayer
  • Love and unity
  • Service
  • Integrity

What we believe

  • We believe in one God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
  • We believe in the inspiration and authority of the Holy Bible.
  • We believe in the power of prayer, revelation and divine healing.
  • We believe in holiness of life and the second coming of Christ.

Code of Conduct

Read the rules, regulations and spiritual tenets that guide conduct in the Celestial Church of Christ.

Read the Code of Conduct

Church structure

Describe the structure of the church here: the Shepherd, elders, prophets, evangelists, choir and other units.

Church activities

  • Sunday worship
  • Midweek Bible study
  • Prayer meetings
  • Vigils and night services
  • Harvest and thanksgiving
  • Youth, women and men programmes

Parish history

The main parish.
Founded by Jesus Christ!