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Happy New Month,
As we journey through May, I pray the Lord multiplies your fruitfulness, influence, and eternal impact (John 15:8). May His will anchor your heart, His grace empowers you to overcome, and His peace keeps you steady in every situation (Psalm 34:10).
This update comes with heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering partnership—especially your tithe/special donation in April. Your gifts are not just contributions; they touch heaven and transform lives.
EMPOWERING FCS STAFF AS PREACHERS OF THE WORD
Thanks to your support, our recent training equipped 57 senior FCS staff from 25 states:
- 38 were trained in Preaching from the New Testament
- 10 were trained in Preaching from the Old Testament
- 9 were trained in Foundations for Biblical Preaching
These field staff returned refreshed and retooled for effective student discipleship through God’s Word.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES (BOT) MEETING
The FCS Board of Trustees (BOT) under the chairmanship of Justice James Ogebe (JSC. Rtd.) met in Abuja from May 1st–3rd in one of the most well-attended meetings in recent history. It was a powerful moment of generational testimony. We were honoured to have Mr. Reuben Ariko, FCS’s first Indigenous Training Secretary in attendance, and to welcome our newly appointed BOT members, Mr. Y.Y. Balami and Prof. Teresa Nmadu.
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES. EQUIPPING COUPLES
From May 1st–4th, 9 couples attended the FCS annual couples’ retreat tagged “Enjoy your Marriage” facilitated by Rev Sam and Dr. Mrs. Rhoda Udanyi. The couples were equipped with biblical principles for marriage and positive parenting, strengthening this home for impactful ministry.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE FIELD – APRIL 2025
We give glory to God for fruitful ministry across the fields in April. The summary of outreach, discipleship, and leadership efforts from 15 States is as follows:
- Total Students Reached: 3,884
- Salvation Decisions: 488
- Rededication Decisions: 47
- Leadership Training: 14 major training events
- Area Associates and POSEC Conferences (held during Easter): 677
- POSEC Branches Visited: 20
- Associates & Staff Engagements: 10 meetings & retreats
- In Plateau State (Langtang), over 370 primary school pupils were reached during visitations to JFCS branches, resulting in 105 salvation decisions.
- In Jigawa State, a leadership training session was held for student leaders of FCS branches in secondary schools, drawing over 100 participants. Additionally, an advocacy visit was carried out to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kazaure branch.
- In the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja), impactful visitations were made to Prime University and Ila College of Health Technology in Kuje, strengthening our presence among students in these institutions of higher learning.
- In Lokoja, Kogi State, two sessions of Bible clubs and free tutorials were held, reaching 16 children with both academic and spiritual guidance.
- Niger State saw one of the month’s largest engagements, with seven POSEC branches visited and 1,248 students reached. These efforts yielded 247 salvation decisions and 29 rededications to Christ.
- In Zamfara State, a leadership training session was held at Umar Bin Khadabbi College of Nursing Science, Kaura Namoda, with 11 student leaders and 5 associates in attendance.
- Adamawa State (Yola) hosted a zonal conference that drew 360 students and resulted in 86 salvation decisions – a significant spiritual harvest.
- In Yobe State, an awareness program conducted at the NYSC orientation camp reached 286 corps members, with 17 indicating interest in joining FCS.
- Lastly, in Kaduna (Kaduna City), two children’s camps were held, ministering to 132 children through fun, learning, and spiritual nurture.
- We deeply appreciate your continued support, which makes this ministry possible. Your prayers and giving are helping us raise a generation of students who know Christ and are equipped to serve Him. Please continue to pray for more open doors, a greater harvest, and enduring fruit in all FCS programmes
LOOKING AHEAD – MAY 2025
- FCS Mission Sunday – May 18 – this is an annual event during which staff and leaders across FCS formations visit churches to share the vision and to mobilise believers to join and partner with us in the labour among the students. Pray that churches nationwide will open their doors to our teams to share the FCS vision and raise support for the work.
- Week of Emphasis on Schools’ Work – May 19–24 – this is a week dedicated to intensive schools’ visitation and mobilization of prayer, workers and support for the ministry.
Ask the Lord to deepen student outreach and create new entry opportunities into more schools.
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Workshop – May 29–June 1 – This workshop aims to sharpen the effectiveness of Area Secretaries and Directors in performing their supervisory roles. Pray for insight, strategy, and divine enablement for the resource persons and participants.
THANK YOU FOR STANDING WITH US
Every donation and prayer helps advance
God’s work among Nigerian youth. May you never miss your reward, in Jesus’
name.
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With deep gratitude,
Philip Babarinde
National Director