About Apapa Congress

About
Apapa Congress

OUR STORY

OUR STORY

Rooted in Legacy,
Driven by Vision

“Rooted in Legacy,
Driven by Vision

“Rooted in Legacy,
Driven by Vision

"We are a congregation of ministers and workers inspired by the legacy of the Apapa Family, united to nurture leadership excellence and spread the Gospel."

The International Congress of Freedom Pastors is a non-denominational, global fellowship inspired by the legacy of the Apapa Parish of Freedom Hall, Lagos, Nigeria—one of Africa’s pioneering churches of excellence and leadership. This remarkable community, once led by visionary leaders like Pastor Tony Rapu, brought together ministers, professionals, and visionaries united in their dedication to Christ and the pursuit of transformational service.

As the Apapa Family’s influence spread globally, its members became leaders in ministries, organizations, and governments, united by the spirit of selfless service. Today, the Congress carries forward this heritage by uniting ministers and workers from diverse denominations into a global fellowship. Anchored in a vision to equip the next generation of leaders, the Congress fosters excellence through events, training programs, and resources aimed at spiritual and leadership growth. Today, the Congress seeks to build on this legacy, creating an inclusive platform that transcends denominational boundaries to unite ministers and workers from across the globe.

Our mission is to reignite the Apapa Spirit, nurturing a global community of leaders committed to spreading the Gospel and upholding the values of excellence and unity. Together, we are building a legacy that transcends boundaries, ensuring a brighter future for ministries worldwide. The mission will nurture a fellowship that empowers leaders with the tools, resources, and support to foster excellence in ministry and spiritual growth. Through international conventions, leadership training programs, and collaborative initiatives, we aim to inspire the next generation of ministers to carry forward the Apapa Spirit of unity and purpose. Together, we are advancing a global movement that equips leaders to spread the Gospel and strengthen the body of Christ worldwide.

We would be seeking major partners to step in. The ApapaCongress team will eventually begin to visit each continent to build relationships and explore possibilities and potential growth opportunities for the body of Christ in the future.
The Apapa Conferences to be held would not be just another gathering. The mission is critical. The vision is bold and the necessity is clear for our growing numbers. It would take all of us to bring ApapaCongress to life.

A New Order for a New Generation

A New Order for a New Generation

A New Order for a New Generation

We aim to rekindle the spirit of excellence, train future leaders, and expand the legacy of transformational ministry to the ends of the earth”

We aim to rekindle the spirit of excellence, train future leaders, and expand the legacy of transformational ministry to the ends of the earth”

We aim to rekindle the spirit of excellence, train future leaders, and expand the legacy of transformational ministry to the ends of the earth”

VISION STATEMENT

A few years back Pastor Idowu Iluyomade advocated a vision of reunion in the following words:

To Refocus the mandate/ vision of the Apapa family

To Refocus the mandate/ vision of the Apapa family

To Refocus the mandate/ vision of the Apapa family

Spell out the key things we need to focus on to fulfill that mandate

Spell out the key things we need to focus on to fulfill that mandate

Spell out the key things we need to focus on to fulfill that mandate

Share what works to build excellence in diverse ministries to men, women, youth, music etc.

Share what works to build excellence in diverse ministries to men, women, youth, music etc.

Share what works to build excellence in diverse ministries to men, women, youth, music etc.

Provide a forum for fellowship, interaction,

buy-in and feedback

Provide a forum for fellowship, interaction,

buy-in and feedback

Provide a forum for fellowship, interaction,

buy-in and feedback

Build spiritual capacity to dislodge the altars of evil and take the land for our Jesus Christ

Build spiritual capacity to dislodge the altars of evil and take the land for our Jesus Christ

Build spiritual capacity to dislodge the altars of evil and take the land for our Jesus Christ

WE FOCUS ON GOD’S KINGDOM

WE FOCUS ON GOD’S KINGDOM

We prioritize Kingdom Culture believing our first mission is to exalt Jesus Christ and glorify God. We focus on the King who sits on His throne and who rules in the affairs of His children. (1 Chronicles 29:11)

We prioritize Kingdom Culture believing our first mission is to exalt Jesus Christ and glorify God. We focus on the King who sits on His throne and who rules in the affairs of His children. (1 Chronicles 29:11)

WE ESTEEM GOD’S WORD

WE ESTEEM GOD’S WORD

We embrace and celebrate the Holy Bible and acknowledge its total authority in our personal lives. We uphold its truth as a tool of absolute deliverance from all evil. We embrace its tenets that can guide us and grow us into the image and true likeness of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 138:2, Matthew 24:35)

We embrace and celebrate the Holy Bible and acknowledge its total authority in our personal lives. We uphold its truth as a tool of absolute deliverance from all evil. We embrace its tenets that can guide us and grow us into the image and true likeness of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 138:2, Matthew 24:35)

WE EMBRACE GOD’S SPIRIT

WE EMBRACE GOD’S SPIRIT

We value God’s Spirit and handle ministry service in the power of the Holy Spirit, in line with Jesus’ command, following the obedience and example of the early church. We believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to enable our daily service and witness for Christ. (Galatians 5:25)

We value God’s Spirit and handle ministry service in the power of the Holy Spirit, in line with Jesus’ command, following the obedience and example of the early church. We believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to enable our daily service and witness for Christ. (Galatians 5:25)

WE COVET GOD’S POWER

WE COVET GOD’S POWER

We passionately handle ministry life and work with prayer and intercession believing that nothing shall be impossible for those who diligently seek Him and who trust in the efficacy of prayer. (Philippians 4:6)

We passionately handle ministry life and work with prayer and intercession believing that nothing shall be impossible for those who diligently seek Him and who trust in the efficacy of prayer. (Philippians 4:6)

WE PROPAGATE SALVATION WITH EXCELLENCE

WE PROPAGATE SALVATION WITH EXCELLENCE

The spirit of excellence will not allow shoddy approach toward rendering effective service in the Kingdom of God. We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should work in them. (Ephesians 2:10)

The spirit of excellence will not allow shoddy approach toward rendering effective service in the Kingdom of God. We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should work in them. (Ephesians 2:10)

WE SHARE GOD’S LOVE

WE SHARE GOD’S LOVE

We accept all people and embrace them with God’s love as they are created by Him. We adopt a nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory attitude toward all. The love of Christ is shed abroad for all. (John 3:16)

We accept all people and embrace them with God’s love as they are created by Him. We adopt a nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory attitude toward all. The love of Christ is shed abroad for all. (John 3:16)

 WE ADOPT CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CRS)

 WE ADOPT CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CRS)

We focus on social corporate responsibility as a tool of mobilizing and empowering God’s people to attain their potentials to fullest capacities in every aspect of life. This in essence will lend credence to our government posture of governing the nation upon earth. (Proverbs 11:24)

We focus on social corporate responsibility as a tool of mobilizing and empowering God’s people to attain their potentials to fullest capacities in every aspect of life. This in essence will lend credence to our government posture of governing the nation upon earth. (Proverbs 11:24)

CORE FOCUS

CORE FOCUS

OUR STORY

Meet the Visionaries

Meet the Visionaries

The International Congress is guided by visionary leaders who embody the principles of faith, service, and excellence.

Pastor Idowu Iluyomade

of Blessed Memory

A few years back Pastor Idowu Iluyomade advocated a vision of reunion in the following words:

Pastor Tony Rapu

Senior Pastor and Founder of the House of Freedom

Highlight their contributions to ministry and the Apapa Family legacy.

Pastor Agu Irukwu

Senior Pastor Jesus House for All Nations, London

Highlight their contributions to ministry and the Apapa Family legacy.

Join the International Congress of Freedom Pastors in advancing the vision of leadership, unity, and excellence in ministry worldwide

Contact

No 20 Louis Solomon Close,

Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria

Island, Lagos Nigeria.

hello@apapacongress.com

+234 70X XXX XXXX

© ApapaCongress. 2024 . All rights reserved

Join the International Congress of Freedom Pastors in advancing the vision of leadership, unity, and excellence in ministry worldwide

Contact

No 20 Louis Solomon Close,

Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria

Island, Lagos Nigeria.

hello@apapacongress.com

+234 70X XXX XXXX

© ApapaCongress. 2024 . All rights reserved

Join the International Congress of Freedom Pastors in advancing the vision of leadership, unity, and excellence in ministry worldwide

Contact

No 20 Louis Solomon Close, Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria.

hello@apapacongress.com

+234 70X XXX XXXX

© ApapaCongress. 2024 . All rights reserved