July 1909
Birth of a Visionary
A son was born into the Akindayomi family of Ondo State, Nigeria. Surrounded by idol worshippers, he yearned to know "The God who created the earth and everything on it."
1927
The Spiritual Journey Begins
He was baptized at the Church Missionary Society, beginning his formal Christian journey, yet remained spiritually unfulfilled.
1931
Joining Cherubim and Seraphim
He joined the Cherubim and Seraphim Church, seeking deeper spiritual fulfillment. Here he began to hear a voice saying, "You will be my servant."
1931-1938
Seven Years of Resistance
For seven years, he ignored the divine call. All his business ventures failed, leaving him in debt and without peace, until he finally yielded to God's will.
1941
Marriage and Continuation
He got married and continued worshipping with the Cherubim and Seraphim Church while carrying his divine calling.
1947
Growing Concerns
He began to notice that the church was departing from the true Word of God in some of its practices, sparking a divine discontent.
1952
The Great Departure
Fully persuaded by God, he left the Cherubim and Seraphim Church and started the "Glory of God Fellowship" at Willoughby Street, Ebute-Metta, Lagos with nine members.
1973
Divine Revelation of the Name
Pa Akindayomi, who could not read or write, supernaturally saw and wrote the words "The Redeemed Christian Church of God." God revealed that this church would go to the ends of the earth.
1975
Choosing of the next G.O
Papa was able to recognize him in the Spirit as the one that the Lord had spoken about in the past, This man, Enoch Adejare Adeboye who was then a lecturer of Mathematics ata the University of Lagos soon became involved in the church. He became one of teh interpreters translating Pa Akindayomi's sermons from Yoruba to English. He was ordained a pastor of the church in 1975
1981
Leadership Transition
After Pa Josiah Akindayomi's death at 71, Pastor E.A. Adeboye's appointment was formalized. An explosive growth began with parishes multiplying rapidly across Nigeria.
Present Day
Global Impact
RCCG has over 40,000 parishes in Nigeria and presence in numerous countries worldwide including the US, UK, Canada, South Africa, Australia, and many more. The monthly Holy Ghost Service attracts hundreds of thousands globally.
The Early Fellowship
The fellowship at Willoughby Street, Ebute-Metta grew rapidly as news of miracles spread. What started with nine members quickly multiplied as God's power manifested in their midst.
Global Expansion
RCCG's international presence spans across Africa (Ghana, Zambia, Kenya, South Africa), Europe (UK, Germany, France), the Americas (USA, Canada, Caribbean), Asia (India, Philippines, Dubai), and Australia.
Holy Ghost Services
The monthly Holy Ghost Service, held at the Redemption Camp (Km. 46 Lagos-Ibadan Expressway), attracts an average of 500,000 attendees. These services now occur worldwide, bringing miracles and transformation to millions.
"You will be my servant."
- Divine call to Pa Josiah Akindayomi