Introducing Our Ministers: Inspiring Souls, Guiding Hearts.
Rev Sam Bode-Lawal
Rev. Samuel Bode-Lawal, Senior Pastor of Hope Alive Christian Centre. A Mathematics & Computer Science graduate who responded to God’s call, he carries a vision to bring hope to a despairing world.
He is an anointed Teacher and Pastor with a passion for excellence in life and ministry. An avid reader and graceful speaker, he stands tall as a channel of blessing to all and sundry.
With over 15 years of experience as a humanitarian expert, he has carved a niche for himself in selfess service. He runs an organization that funds and executes humanitarian aid projects in several local regions in Nigeria particularly the Federal Capital Territory(FCT).
Over the years, his pursuit for excellence and drive for continual personal development has made him bag several Certifications from renown universities and institutions from the United Kingdom and United State of America.
He has authored several books of which four have been published which are: Life on the Edge, Be, Code of Honour and Accelerate and he’s currently the editor-in-chief of “GOLDMINE”, a publication produced and distributed absolutely free to teach the principles of success.
He is also the Executive Director of CIA (Christian in Action) Mission, a humanitarian NGO, bringing reliefs to thousands across the nation.
He is a counselor and a much sought after motivational and success speaker across the globe.
A family man and a lover of music, he is married to Jumoke Bode-Lawal who is an associate pastor and a passionate teacher of God’s Word. They are blessed with four wonderful children; two boys and two girls: Doyin, Damola, Dotun and Dayo.
Pastor Jumoke Bode-Lawal
Pastor Jumoke Bode-Lawal is a seasoned Accountant, Economist and Educationist by profession and a Minister of the Gospel by calling. She is also a graduate from the Institute for Marriage and Family Affairs, USA as a certified Master Mentor and
Relationship Coach with a Masters in Guidance and Counseling. Pastor Jumoke has one passion and one passion only, God! She is a rare combination of mother and mentor. An astute teacher of the Word of God with a passion for excellence in family life and fulfilling purpose.
She runs a monthly prayer meeting for women tagged ‘God’s Maiden’ designed to raise a godly generation of women lending a voice to God’s counsel and establishing God’s will in the home front, the society and the nation at large. Also dear to her heart is the ‘Made for More’ series targeted at living a life of purpose and relationship matters for married couples and singles. She is a staunch believer in the fact that God has designed man to indeed live to fulfil purpose and not merely exist.
Her deep insight into God’s word and passion for the growth and maturity of God’s people makes her an invaluable asset in the work of the ministry, which ha s impacted lives globally. Pastor Jumoke is the author of the life transforming books, Made for More and Live Before you Leave.
Pastor Jumoke is also a graduate of Rhema Bible Training centre with emphasis in societal and Spiritual leadership. She is currently the Proprietress of Hope Hills Academy, a fast growing academic institution aimed at delivering premium academic service to the FCT, Nigeria.
Alongside her husband, Sam Bode-Lawal, the Senior Pastor at Hope Alive Christian Center, they dedicate their lives in service to God and bringing hope and restoration to the society. They are blessed with wonderful children.
Pastor Chris Agboli
Pastor Chris Agboli, with over 21 years in ministry, leads the Intercessory and Protocol Departments at Hope Alive Christian Centre. A passionate soul winner and seasoned business manager, he draws strength from Galatians 3:13–14 and is happily married with children.
Pastor Patrick Ogunleye
Pastor Patrick Ogunleye, with over 25 years of ministry experience, serves as the Church Administrator at Hope Alive Christian Centre. Passionate about Christian character and family values, he upholds godliness, excellence, and leadership as keys to growth. An architect by profession, he is happily married with children.
Pastor Timothy Auta
Pastor Timothy Auta, called to pastoral ministry in 2019 after years in music ministry, serves as Pastor of the Information Department. Passionate about teaching, evangelism, and community growth, he’s an engineer, MC, and happily married, guided by 2 Corinthians 3:5 and John 15:16.
Pastor Tobias Tokbe
Pastor Tobias Tokbe, with over 21 years in ministry, is passionate about righteousness and holy living, inspired by Ecclesiastes 8:1. He chairs the marriage committee, oversees the Pure Breed music ministry, loves playing guitar, is an engineer, HR professional, and happily married with children.
Pastor Gbenga Tijani
Pastor Gbenga Tijani, with over two decades in ministry, is devoted to serving God and raising believers in holiness and faith. A long-time member of Hope Alive Christian Centre, he leads the Security Department, is part of Christians in Action, and is a seasoned civil engineer happily married with children.
Pastor Ayo Boladuro
Pastor Ayo Boladuro, with over 10 years in ministry and 20 years in music, is passionate about deep worship and intimacy with God. He oversees Facility Management, co-heads Morning Dew teachers, manages service coordination, and is a civil engineer, happily married with three children.
Pastor Emmanuel Adejoh
Pastor Emmanuel Adejoh, fondly called Pastor E, has decades of service in God’s house. A passionate worshiper, reader, and mentor, he oversees the Children’s and Teens Ministries at Hope Alive Christian Centre. An economist and strategist, he is happily married with children.
Pastor Ehis Ifada
Pastor Ehis Ifada, with over five years in ministry, is passionate about soul winning and helping the less privileged, guided by James 1:25. He leads the Follow-up and Evangelism Department, oversees Mpape and its environs, and is a mineral exploration professional, happily married with children.
Pastor (Dr.) Uche Isikwe
Pastor Uche Isikwe, with about 30 years in ministry, is passionate about spreading the knowledge of Christ, revival, and the supernatural. Guided by 1 John 5:4 and Hebrews 11:6, he oversees the Welfare Department at Hope Alive Christian Centre, is a Dental Surgeon, and is happily married with children.
Pastor Akin Odususi
Pastor Odususi Akin A. rededicated his life to Christ in 2005 and has since passionately served God. A devoted teacher of the Word and prayer, he has led HACC’s Intercessory Department for over 14 years. A Rhema Bible Training Centre graduate and finance professional, he is happily married with two children.
Pastor Esther Ogunleye
Pastor Esther Ogunleye has over 10 years of ministry experience. She is passionate about deep worship, consecration, and intimacy with God. She leads the Father’s Jewel Women Fellowship and oversees service coordination at HACC. A civil engineer by profession, she is happily married with three children.
Pastor Jerry Amana
Pastor Jerry Amana, with over 18 years in ministry, serves as Pastor in charge of Special Duties and Head of Publications at Hope Alive Christian Centre. A passionate worshipper and educator, he mentors young people. He’s joyfully married and blessed with three children.
