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STEADFAST IN FAITHFaithfulness
Remaining faithful to God, His Word, and the people entrusted to our care. We seek to live with integrity, keep our commitments, and follow Christ in the everyday moments of life.
A steady faith. A dependable love.
THIS IS ELIMPlanted in faith.
Planted in faith.
Rooted in love.
We’re a family of believers in Bwari, Abuja, growing together in the love of Jesus. A place to find refreshing, discover purpose, and feel at home.
Discover our storyWATERING LIVES FOR FRUITFULNESS SINCE 2015
ONE FAITH.
ONE FAMILY.
REAL PEOPLE. A SHARED JOURNEY.ONE FAMILY.
OUR STORYA place of refreshing.
A place of refreshing.
A life of fruitfulness.
Every family has a story. Ours began with a simple vision: to create a place where lives are refreshed and faith can flourish.
Founded in 2015, Elim Christian Garden International began as a small gathering with a heart for worship, spiritual growth, and fellowship. Today, that same heart continues to shape our church family.
Our name comes from Elim, the place of rest and refreshment described in Exodus 15:27. Just as those springs offered renewal on a long journey, we want our church to be a place where people find hope, encouragement, and new strength in God.
07 CHAPTERSA SHARED JOURNEY OF FAITH
Our roots are in Christ.
Our hearts are open to you.
Our hearts are open to you.
THE HEART OF OUR CHURCHWhat we believe.
What we believe.
How we live.
Our five F’s shape the way we worship, grow, build relationships, and care for the people around us.
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A LIFE THAT BEARS FRUITFruitfulness
Growing in Christ and allowing that growth to bless others. We desire lives that bear good fruit through love, service, spiritual maturity, and the faithful use of our gifts.
Nourished in Christ. Growing with purpose.
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BELONGING & SPIRITUAL CAREFatherhood
Knowing God as our Father and reflecting His care in our church family. We value spiritual guidance, loving relationships, and helping the next generation grow in faith and confidence.
A family to belong to. A generation to nurture.
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CONTINUALLY RENEWEDFreshness
Making room for renewal in God’s presence. Through worship, prayer, and the Word, we seek fresh strength, a teachable heart, and hope for each new season of life.
Fresh strength for the journey ahead.
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GROWING INTO WHOLENESSFullness
Pursuing the fullness of life in Christ. We encourage one another to grow in spiritual maturity, discover God-given purpose, and bring faith into every part of our lives.
A whole life, rooted in Christ.
OUR MISSION
We are called to make disciples for Christ, raise Christian leaders, empower Christians in all professions and water men to dream, discover, desire, develop and deploy their God-given potentials in fulfilling the ultimate destiny their lives have been fashioned for; raising the next generation of Nehemiah for Nigeria, Africa and globally under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
PEOPLE WITH A HEART TO SERVELeading with faith.
Leading with faith.
Serving with love.
Meet the people who guide and encourage our church family as we follow Jesus together.
FOUNDER & SENIOR PASTOR
Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Olowononi
Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Olowononi leads Elim with a passion for biblical teaching, spiritual growth, and community. His ministry connects the wisdom of Scripture with the practical challenges of everyday life.
More about our senior pastor
Alongside his pastoral calling, he brings an academic background in sports law and experience in public speaking. His work encourages people to pursue purpose in both their faith and their professional lives.
ASSISTANT PASTOR
Pastor Emmanuel Olorunmola
Pastor Emmanuel Olorunmola serves alongside the senior pastor, supporting the life and ministry of Elim Christian Garden International.
More about Pastor Emmanuel
As assistant pastor, he works with the leadership team to guide and support our church family in its journey of faith.
MOTHER IN ISRAEL
Dr. Pastor Mrs Damilola Olowononi
Dr. Pastor Mrs Damilola Olowononi is a medical doctor with a heart for helping people discover their purpose and grow in faith.
More about Dr. Damilola
She serves alongside her husband, Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Olowononi, bringing care and encouragement to the Elim church family.
We’d love to get to know you, too.
Say hello to our team
THERE’S ROOM FOR YOUR STORY HERE.
THE NEXT CHAPTER INCLUDES YOUCome as you are.
Come as you are.
Find your family.
You don’t have to have everything figured out to take a first step. Join us for a Sunday of worship, encouragement, and connection.
Sundays at 8:30 AM Elim Garden, Bwari, Abuja