Jesus is Your Friend: Children’s Rally in Nigeria
Children from across the Nigeria’s Port Harcourt District gathered recently for a rally featuring a variety of engaging and fun activities designed to promote learning about the Church of the Nazarene, participation and fellowship among the children under the theme, “Jesus is Your Friend”. The event was held at the First church of the Nazarene International, Azuabie. Along with games, there was also a competitive Children’s Bible Quiz and a time of evangelism where the kids went out into the community with banners and dancing to create awareness about the church within the community.
The event was organised to foster unity and joy among children within the district and to create a strong sense of belonging. It addressed the need for children to connect beyond their local churches, helping them feel part of a larger church family. The event also served as a platform for spiritual development, evangelism and community visibility.
The rally featured a variety of engaging and fun activities designed to promote learning, participation, and fellowship among the children. The activities included games such as the Articles of Faith game, the cup game, dancing competitions, drama presentations and songs. At the end of the event, gifts were presented to outstanding participants, and all participating churches also received gifts in appreciation of their involvement.
This year’s gathering marked the third edition of the Children’s Rally. The event was successfully executed through careful planning and coordination among district leaders, children teachers and supporting adults, under the leadership of Mrs Obigwe Clementina who spearheads the district’s children’s ministry. The inclusion of the evangelism outreach added a meaningful dimension to the programme, making it both impactful within the church and visible in the wider community.
The Nigeria Port Harcourt District remains dedicated to nurturing children in an environment that promotes unity, learning, evangelism, joy and a strong sense of belonging within the church community. The district recognises the unwavering support of the District Superintendent and his wife, Rev and Mrs (Rev) Obinna Robinson, who have been instrumental to the success of the programme over the years.
