In almost 53 years since the Independence of Nigeria, much has been said
about the over-all impact of leadership in the development of the
nation. “Think not what your country can do for you but what you can do
for your country.” In the light of this, ReachOut Nigeria is being
established to awaken the patriotic spirit of every Nigerian citizen and
re-align their mental attitude towards nation building irrespective of
age, ethnicity or class.
ReachOut Nigeria is a nationwide
evangelical campaign that involves the free distribution of ‘Rhapsody of
Realities’ daily devotional to people all over the country to celebrate
Nigeria's independence. Last year, ReachOut Nigeria 2012 celebrated our
great country Nigeria in her 52nd anniversary and as 15 million copies
of the 'Rhapsody Realities Daily Devotional' was paid for by partners in
the church and distributed free through out the nation. This year an
estimated 30million copies will be freely distributed.
Several
millions of copies of the best-selling daily devotional (around the
world second only to the bible) and Bible-study guide have been
distributed in different format in over 232 countries and territories
out of an estimated 254 countries and territories of the world, and it
is in 196 languages of the world including Afrikaans, Arabic, Cantonese,
Croatian, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Icelandic,
Italian, Mandarin, Myanmar, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish,
Swahili...and
still counting! New languages are added regularly, making the
devotional accessible to many more in different parts of the globe, thus
bringing the richness of God’s Word into their lives. Little wonder the
devotional, oftentimes, is referred to as the, “Messenger Angel”.
The devotional has been designed to enhance your spiritual growth and development.
You will be refreshed, completely transformed and positioned for a
day-to-day experience of success and victory as you go through the
life-changing thoughts in this month’s devotional.
Through Reachout Nigeria, positive changes has occurred in numerous cities and villages around the Country.
In
Port Harcourt, a major Nigerian city, inmates at the state’s maximum
prison were given access to computer training, thanks to the
ultra-modern computer training center built by Christ Embassy within the
prison’s premises. They also began to enjoy a wholesome spiritual
experience at the Christ Embassy Cathedral also built by the ministry.
Beefing Up Security In Lagos And Anambra States.
In
Lagos and Anambra States, Christ Embassy helped to improve the state of
security by providing equipment for security operatives. In Lagos,
security vans were presented to the state government, while in Anambra
35 networked computers were presented to all 35 divisional police
offices in the state.
Impacting The Educational Sector
In the
area of education, partners in major cities like Lagos and Benin made
efforts at improving the lot of students in schools by renovating
classrooms and libraries and equipping them with books and computers.
Governor Adams Oshiomole of Edo State poured encomiums on Christ Embassy for organizing charitable
projects across the nation describing the endeavour as
inspiring and worthy of emulation. He commended the Church for championing the cause for change—positive change in Nigeria.
Also,
partners in Calabar, Makurdi and Ebonyi rewarded academic excellence
amongst students in the states who participated in special debates and
quiz competitions organized under the auspices of ReachOut Nigeria 2010.A Primary School in Bauchi State where pupils sat on the floor to learn,
received classroom furniture from members of Christ Embassy Bauchi. The
pupils, who also received free notebooks from the partners, now learn
more comfortably.
Face-lifting Hospitals/Providing Medical
Supplies In Kano State, the partners addressed health issues in the
rural communities by supplying Medical Aid andoffering free Medicare to
many in some ruralcommunities like Gezawa LGA, where such is above the
reach of the average rural dweller. In Nassarawa State, free drugs were
presented to citizens of Lafia.
Also making an impact in the health
sector, Rhapsody of Realities Partners in Oyo and Ogun states renovated
hospitals and supplied them with some medical equipment.
In Lagos
State, a symposium was convened to educate motorcyclists on safety and
they were provided with vests and crash helmets.
A specially fitted
ambulance was also donated to the Lagos State Government as contribution
to the development of the Health Sector in the state. Receiving the
ambulance on behalf of the Lagos State Governor, the representative Mr.
Fola Arthur Worrey said, “This is a case of practical support for a
positive ideal. It’s an indication that, beyond the common rhetoric,
change must be practical and solid. This ambulance is an evidence of
support. On behalf of the Lagos State government and the citizenry, I
say “thank you” to Christ Embassy.”
Other projects embarked upon by Christ Embassy Church chapters in marking Reach Out Nigeria
Campaign
include: provision of boreholes in several communities across the
country, provision of supplies for inmates in prisons, orphanages and
remand homes, the renovation and supply of equipment and services for
various Police stations in different parts of the country, provision of
computers and IT facilities to schools, prisons and police stations etc.
…and so
much more!!!
Nigeria has a soul that can be reached and transformed.
That’s the reason for ReachOut Nigeria: To inspire patriotism and build the future we want for our nation.
That
future is worth celebrating, and through ReachOut Nigeria 2013, we
celebrate the Nigeria we hope for and which we have seen!
You can
be a part of it by either participating in free distribution to people
around you or sponsor a project or sponsor copies to be distributed
freely. Visit the nearest Christ Embassy Church close to you for more
details.
Watch out for more reports on the ReachOut Nigeria 2013 Campaign
God bless you
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