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Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by nnennachiji(f): 8:08am On Jan 23, 2021 |
I remember when my friend can to deliver her baby here After childbirth she decided to attend the church The first day she came she didn’t want to bother anybody and used a bus After the service the pastor saw her with the baby and asked her how she will be going home and she said a bus The pastor said what , made arrangement for her to be taken home and ensured there was a car to bring and take her home during her stay As she was leaving back to Nigeria The bought her a lot of baby clothes and stuffs that she told them to stop because no space in her luggage Was she a member or were they expecting her to pay tithe and offering ? Every situation varies and no situation is ever the same Don’t put every Nigerian church down because you have not been to all Nigerian churches abroad So all Nigerians abroad are involved in church gossip and do not have better things to do with their time. 107 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by SirToby(m): 9:51am On Jan 23, 2021 |
nnennachiji:Alright. Thanks for your contributions I created this page to see different experiences from people. Glad there are good Nigerian churches out there 13 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Nobody: 12:30pm On Jan 23, 2021 |
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Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Aidejay(m): 10:05pm On Jan 23, 2021 |
U left naija finish. Travelled abroad, Only to go and attend a "Nigerian church" What about all the plenty "white man churches" Why don't you attend the white man churches, because e be like say na their own christianity be the original. 15 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Leshurr(f): 5:25am On Jan 24, 2021 |
I see you referenced my thread @op lol. Ok, so I've been to quite a number of churches abroad.. I'll share a quick summary of my impression/experiences so far: Christ Embassy: Very cult-like, they literally worship Chris Oyakilome like a god. I've been to services where the congregation (alongside the resident pastor) just sits for the entire service, watching video clips of their 'daddy in the lord'. Then they will pressure you to purchase his books (e.g. rhapsodies of reality) They all talk and act the same way and are often fond of misquoting the Bible for selfish/ ridiculous agendas. I've personally experienced a few Christ embassy guys quote the Bible while trying to get down with me.. like wtf! .fornication doesn't seem to be a sin to them because "love" covers a multitude of sins ![]() KICC: This church has a reputation of being a shallow prosperity focused church but surprisingly, the members are such lovely people. Though they like to speak init lingo by force ![]() The main headquarters tend to preach prosperity gospel a lot. However, smaller branches scattered around other cities outside London are usually very friendly and Christ focused (they may be small in congregation but are usually such a tight knitted, supportive family of believers). RCCG: These are the absolute worst when it comes to prejudice and classism and the 'Jesus House' branch (London) is the main headquarters of such. Just make a mistake and go there dressed in a casual manner, you will regret your life! a church where intimidation thrives. Low income earners can never be given ministerial/pastoral roles. Who you are in society determines the respect you get. Positions are given to people not based on spiritual soundness but on how much you earn, package yourself and speak Christianese. I know husband beaters, wife batterers and child abusers who are currently in ministerial positions at RCCG. A male friend of mine told me of a supposed family man who is secretly a homosexual who has been appointed as a pastor at a particular branch because he is a medical doctor - he knows the man is gay because he tried to get down with him! To sum of my point, what you will find in these churches: ungodly living, unhealthy competition, gossip, people looking down on low earners/those who don't know how to dress. Although, if you are a typical shallow minded, cunning and rugged Nigerian, you may fit right in! Other black churches (VPA, New Wine etc..) Scandalous. very scandalous churches. Either the pastors are involved in one scandal or another, or there is heavy rumour mongering amongst the congregation. White Baptist or Anglican Churches: Extremely boring! White Pentecostal churches: Praise and worship is like a Mumford &Sons concert : bright lights, huge band on stage, loud music where everyone jumps up and down during service. You may come across a few black people here and there but will find that they are often disenfranchised and not properly integrated within the church community. They show acceptance to blacks but it's often shallow (if you know what I mean). Ghanian churches (like Lighthouse): Generally ok churches. Not much drama and the true members stick together like family. You tend to find a few Nigerians in these churches as well.. the ratio would be 70% Ghanaian 30% Nigerian. If you're looking for a black church with less 9ja like dramatics, go to lighthouse. Oh and brace yourself to always shout "mercy", "preach it!" during sermon ![]() 51 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Cousin9999: 6:07am On Jan 24, 2021 |
If some of you take issue with most churches, you can easily start your own. |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by justwise(m): 6:33am On Jan 24, 2021 |
Cousin9999: Yea because it’s a business right ? 18 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by zorani(m): 6:43am On Jan 24, 2021 |
Leshurr: Wow, excellent. You don Waka churches O. The one you described about the church that starts with R is true. Na there I go see rubbish. Note: not all those people you see in church with big cars and dress well earn big. Trust me them fit don immerse themselves into huge debt just to show off in church. I know some of them wey I get more cash in my acct pass because me no dey pay tithe, seed or borrow or spend above my means. What am telling you is fact. As a Naija newcomer, as you hold unto Ur naija upbringing, put efforts in immersing urself in the culture and people of Ur new home. You will be surprised how fast you will grow. Every Nigerian abroad must not be doctor, nurse, care giver or engineer. Mingling with other ethnicity might not be easy but after some time you will get to understand how things work on a wider society. Join political party for grassroots if you have passport, try side business, be free and not be constantly in competition with Nigerians. Not being in a Nigerian church helps with these things 45 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by TrueChristians: 12:19pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by 79733139(m): 1:25pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
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Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Cousin9999: 1:39pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
justwise: I don't understand how my statement led you to that conclusion. Care to explain? 2 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by classicshantel(f): 4:32pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Here to read the comments though. 2 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by guru90: 4:32pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Fashion sampling inside church!!! 3 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Nobody: 4:33pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
well when I have gone to abroad and back Ur tell y'all my experience but for now nah this country we dey o 1 Like |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by pickatyouu: 4:33pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Thread for those wey dey abroad. 3 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Nobody: 4:34pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Nigerians carry religion for head more than any country of the world. Trust me, if you would be going to a Nigerian church abroad, there is no difference between what you experienced in Nigeria and what you would experience out of the country. Same backward mentality, obsession with tithes and offering, jealousy, envy, backbiting, dressing competition, my car beta pass your car, cliques etc etc etc Worse still, popular churches like Redeem and Winners have the worst of the lot. If you want sanity and a fresh start, don't go to a Nigerian church abroad. I'm telling you this for free. 24 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by handsomeyitayo(m): 4:35pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
ednut1:so this is happening there , why all this.nigerians nah wah..that y I like other countries like netherlands , switzerland .. 2 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Jaqenhghar: 4:35pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
SirToby:You can take the man out of the hood but you cant take the hood out of the man 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Golan007: 4:36pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
SirToby:Yes, but you forfeited further contribution with the hogwash you wrote. 1 Like |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by emerged01(m): 4:37pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
nnennachiji:That is how church should operate,we go to church to offload some of our burdens to make it light as Jesus said,not to go church to add to our burden. Once you notice church is adding to your problem,all you need is to Japa. 18 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Denique(f): 4:38pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
kenddys:Dead!!! ![]() ![]() ![]() 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by bukatyne(f): 4:38pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
classicshantel: Let's grab our popcorn. |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Lomprico2: 4:38pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by iLegendd(m): 4:38pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
In Singapore, my Church was opposite Lee Kuan Yews' house (the greatest Prime Minister on Earth who made the country the best and safest in the world). No tall fence, no security, no noise, no loud speakers. After Church, lots of food and refreshment. One day, I managed to go to a Nigerian Church abroad and they were too noisy, but the noise is only within. Playing music more than anything. Get too loud and the pastor will be arrested and the Church closed. After that day, I refused attending Nigerian Churches. Below is a picture I took in Church one of those days. I miss that Church. Pastor's extremely beautiful twin daughters kept me and my friend always going to Church. We wanted to share them, but it was as if God knew our plans and he paralyzed our mouths and when we see them, we couldn't say a word. Lol. One day, I just had to do it. You only die once. I put $5 offering and eat food/fruit worth $50 or more. Picture of me and Naija friends standing outside the Church eating. In summary, it was worth it. 17 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by incogni2o: 4:38pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
SirToby: ![]() 3 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by Viicfuntop(f): 4:41pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Attended MFM barking, London 1 Like |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by ofiko123(m): 4:43pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
All these matter on top church, when you can comfortably convert to Buddhism... 1 Like |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by helinues: 4:44pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
I have never attended one before. Funny oo |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by CDCEO001: 4:44pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
In my own experience local churches abroad is better than our own Nigerian churches there. I will stick with a local church there, forget naija church for abroad. The only thing you will probably miss is the dancing and naija attires if you are into it. 2 Likes |
Re: Share Your Experience With Nigerian Churches Abroad by seunny4lif(m): 4:45pm On Jan 24, 2021 |
Pls, stay away from Nigeria churches if you want peace of mind ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Having been to RCCG, Christ Embassy e.t.c in Germany, Italy, and the UK Those churches are only good for show off and bleeping each other wives Hell no I will say no more 10 Likes |
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