APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH OF PORTLAND, WINDHOEK

TABERNACLE INAUGURATION SERVICE

17 YEARS’ DREAM COMES TRUE

19th March, 2017 will go down in history in the hearts of all Apostolic Faith of Portland, Windhoek’s members
(present and away from Windhoek). The history of Apostolic Faith Church of Portland, Windhoek would not be
complete without a quick down memory lane through services held in school halls and lastly at a private
residence.

The last worship center was at a family property of Rev. Zac Oyedokun and Sister Comfort Oyedokun. The
initial plan was to use the place for about three months, but services and worship activities were held there for
more than a year. An additional shade was constructed at the back of the property for worship activities.

During the period, utilities were used free of charge by the church, no charges were made against the church.
May the great God of heaven reward them for their sacrifice of love.
Concerted efforts were made to procure a parcel of land that could be developed. It took long to become a
reality but, through it all, God remains ever faithful.

RELOCATION: HOPE BECAME SIGHT AS FAITH TURNED TO REALITY

We had a wonderful week in preparation for relocating from 26 Rabenweg, Hockland Park in Windhoek to its
new church-owned place. We had a week of daily morning and evening prayers: Monday to Friday with the
Fist Bible Study held on Wednesday. First over- night prayer meeting at the Tabernacle was held on Friday for
men and first Sunday school Conference on Saturday.

Last worship service at Hockland Park with five classes- English Adult, Portuguese, Oshindonga, Junior,
English and Elementary.

During devotional service, we had testimonies from brethren that were conversant with the phenomenal
growth of the gospel work in Windhoek. These include: Brothers Adewole Adeleke (visiting), Seyi Olowoniwa,
Agostino Cassinda, Pa Kaloia and Sis. Comfort Oyedokun.

The last Sermon was on “Possessing and Retaining your Possession.”

Rev. Zac Oyedokun summarized his testimony on the opportunity to house the church thus: “God blessed
the House of Obededom who housed the Ark of covenant, not by lobbying or applying for it,
but by Divine Providence. The same God did not fail us haven been honoured by God to house
the church of God for a few months.”
The Ark and the Shekinah Glory of God moves now to its permanent place, for now, at
Erf 1591, Tobol Street
Off Tugela street
Off independent Avenue
Wanaheda,
Windhoek.

The yellow-painted edifice already built, serviced with water, Electricity and good access roads is clearly visible
along Otjomuise road. That is now our City of Refuge and Haven of rest for sin-sick souls and weary Pilgrims.

The Tabernacle, during inauguration service

INAUGURATION SERVICE

After the possession and conclusion of necessary transactions that sealed the procured piece of land, saints
could not wait to occupy the new tabernacle. The structure of the possessed property served the immediate
worship purpose and gives room for future expansion and improvements.

After consultations and deliberations, it was agreed to have the inaugural and first service on Sunday, 19th
March, 2017. The Country Superintendent, Rev. Joseph Jegede expressed his desire to attend the inaugural
service. Incidentally, Rev. Adewole Adeleke from United States of America came in to Namibia prior to the date
and all things work together for good. Brethren from Osire branch and Angola were also in attendance.

SATURDAY, 18TH MARCH, 2017

Sunday teachers gathered for their weekly Sunday school lesson review. The Country Superintendent, Rev.
Joseph Jegede, Osire pastor and brethren from Angola arrived on time for the review. The lesson was titled
“Moses’ Plea for God’s Presence”. Rev. Jegede gave a firing message while rounding off the review as he
threw out the challenge to the young people to emulate the dogged spirit of Joshua who was ready to go all the
way and was always available to support God’s work with Moses.

SUNDAY SCHOOL
The inauguration service started with Sunday school with the organ prelude rendition of “Ebenezer” and “To
God be the glory”.

Rev. Adeleke teaching the English adult class A section of English adult class

Congregational Songs:
The organ prelude was followed by soul inspiring songs led by Rev. Adewole Adeleke. The songs rendered
include: “O for a thousand tongues to sing”, “Let us with a gladsome mind”, “The Lord Who led
His people”, “Praise Him, praise Him” and it was concluded with “Blessed be the name of the
Lord”
DISTRIBUTION TO CLASSES:
It has been our hearts’ desire to have various Sunday school classes in different Namibian local languages. God
is answering the prayer. The Sunday congregation was distributed into various classes and these include:
Elementary class, Junior class, Portuguese class, Oshuwambo class, Oshiherero class and English adult class.

Oshuwambo Class

Oshiherero class
Portuguese class Elementary class

Junior class
DEVOTIONAL SERVICE:
Music Prelude:
The devotional service was opened with an organ prelude. This was followed by a maiden orchestra rendition
by the Windhoek choir and orchestra. This was a first combined performance by the Windhoek orchestra with
various instruments like the Violin, Flute, Clarinet and Recorder. The orchestra played extracts from “Themes
from Water Music”.
Cross sections of the orchestra playing “Themes from The Water music”
Choir renditions during the service

The orchestration was followed by choir vocal renditions of “Great is the Lord”. The choir song was
followed by congregational songs. The songs rendered are “Praise my soul the King of glory”, “Storms do not
alarm”, “Blessed are they in Jesus”. Sis. Comfort Oyedokun led the congregational prayer.

INAUGURATION MESSAGE:
The inauguration sermon was preceded by a choir rendition of “It’s not an easy road”. The message was
centered on “The Cost of Discipleship” Bible texts include Luke 14:28-33.
Highlights from the Sermon: “All of us desire to be a follower of Jesus, so that at the end of our lives, we
would spend eternity in heaven, but there are prices to pay” A good example of a man who was ready to pay the
price was Joseph (Gen 39:12, 15, 20, 23.). “When you stand for God, victory is sure”. Mark 6:18, 27. “John was
in the wilderness, but remained faithful”. The sermon was brought to a close with the last Bible reference from
Luke 19:1, 5, 6, 9. The sermon was concluded with a congregational song and prayer time followed.

Rev. Joseph Jegede delivering the message

CONCLUSSION:
Whatever God has promised, He is able and sure will fulfill. The new Windhoek tabernacle proves that if God
promised it, wait for it, for it would surely come to pass. Thanks be to God for the integrity of His words.

God bless you.

Apostolic Faith of Portland

Windhoek, Namibia.

INAUGURATION SERVICE PICTURES

The closing song

 Outflow in classrooms during the service

Prayers and preparations before devotional service

 Worship communication Crew

Workers in prayer room before Sunday school

The Pastor, Rev. Zac Oyedokun, addressing the congregation