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    BETHEL 2025; RISING IN HIS GLORY

    BETHEL CONVENTION 2025

    RISING IN HIS GLORY

    PREAMBLE: THE BETHEL EXPERIENCE

    BETHEL Convention is the spiritual heartbeat of D/Line Diocese—a sacred annual gathering where heaven touches earth and lives are forever transformed. Born in 2018 through divine inspiration, BETHEL has evolved from a simple diocesan meeting into a powerful spiritual movement that draws thousands from across the region.

    This is not just another church program. BETHEL is a holy intersection where God meets His people with unprecedented power. It is the one occasion each year when every member of the Diocese—from the smallest preaching station to the largest circuit—converges as one family under the manifest presence of God.

    For seven consecutive years, BETHEL has stood as a beacon of revival, holiness, and spiritual awakening. Each edition leaves participants forever marked by divine encounters, miraculous testimonies, and life-changing revelations. The impact has been so profound that other dioceses have adopted the BETHEL model, making it a template for revival across the Methodist Church Nigeria and beyond.

    BETHEL is where chains are broken, destinies are ignited, hope is restored, and the glory of God descends in tangible measure. It is Jacob’s ladder replayed in our generation—a place where angels ascend and descend, carrying the prayers of God’s people to His throne and bringing back answers that transform lives.

    WHY YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS BETHEL 2025

    THE TRANSFORMATION AWAITING YOU

    For the Weary Soul: Come and find rest. BETHEL is your oasis in the desert of life’s challenges. Here, burdens are lifted, and strength is renewed.

    For the Seeker: Discover divine purpose and direction. This is where God speaks clearly about your next steps, revealing His perfect will for your life.

    For the Defeated: Rise again! BETHEL 2025 carries a special anointing to lift you from the dust of disappointment and position you for unprecedented victory.

    For the Hungry Heart: Experience spiritual encounters that will satisfy the deepest longings of your soul. Here, the presence of God is not a concept but a reality you can feel.

    For Families: Receive supernatural restoration. Broken homes are mended, relationships are healed, and divine order is established when families attend BETHEL together.

    For Ministry Leaders: Be refilled and re-commissioned. BETHEL is your place of refreshing, where your vision is renewed and your mandate is clarified.

    For the Youth: Catch the fire! This is where young lives are captured for kingdom purposes and launched into their divine destinies.

    WHAT AWAITS YOU AT BETHEL 2025

    • Powerful Ministrations from anointed servants of God who carry fresh fire from His altar
    • Deep Worship Sessions that usher you into the very throne room of heaven
    • Strategic Prayer Moments where the heavens open and divine answers descend
    • Life-Changing Teachings that will revolutionize your understanding of God’s Word
    • Divine Encounters that will mark you forever and set you on a new trajectory
    • Corporate Breakthrough as the collective faith of thousands creates an atmosphere for miracles
    • Networking Opportunities with fellow believers who are hungry for more of God

    MEET YOUR MINISTERS FOR BETHEL 2025

    PASTOR JAMES OKEOBA | Special Guest Minister

    A seasoned gospeller and powerful voice in the body of Christ, Pastor James Okeoba ministers from Bayelsa State in South-South Nigeria. His reputation precedes him as a man who carries both the illumination of God’s Word and the demonstration of His power.

    Previous BETHEL participants can testify to the eye-opening biblical expositions and raw demonstrations of divine power that accompany his ministry. When Pastor Okeoba stands to minister, expect the Word to come alive with fresh revelation, and watch as the sick are healed, the oppressed are delivered, and faith is stirred to new heights.

    His balanced approach—combining deep scriptural insight with practical application and supernatural manifestations—makes him a blessing to both new believers and seasoned saints. At BETHEL 2025, as Co-Main Speaker, Pastor Okeoba is set to release a fresh word from heaven that will propel the Diocese into its next level of glory.

    EVANGELIST PETERS NWOKOCHA | Special Guest Minister

    Based in Abia State, South-East Nigeria, Evangelist Peters Nwokocha is a revered man of God known for raising leaders and spiritual sons who are doing exploits with the gospel across the nation. His ministry is characterized by apostolic depth, prophetic clarity, and a father’s heart for spiritual development.

    This will be his second invitation to BETHEL—a testament to the mighty way God used him during his first visit. The Diocese still remembers the powerful impact of his ministry, the lives that were transformed, and the spiritual impartation that continues to bear fruit.

    Evangelist Nwokocha carries an anointing for mentorship and empowerment. Under his ministry, dormant potentials are awakened, leadership qualities are refined, and ordinary believers discover their extraordinary calling. His return to BETHEL 2025 promises another season of divine equipping and spiritual acceleration.

    Together, these two generals of the faith will create a spiritual atmosphere where the glory of God will rest heavily, and every life will be touched by divine power.

    BETHEL 2025: PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

    PRE-CONVENTION TARRY NIGHT

    Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
    Venue: Diocesan Headquarters, D-Line Cathedral
    Focus: An evening of intense prayer, consecration, and spiritual preparation. Come and position yourself for the outpouring ahead.

    CITY-WIDE RALLY

    Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
    Participants: All Circuits within Port Harcourt Metropolis
    Focus: Taking the message to the streets—a powerful evangelistic outreach to prepare hearts across the city for the glory about to be revealed.

    MAIN CONVENTION

    Dates: Thursday, November 27 – Sunday, November 30, 2025
    Theme: RISING IN HIS GLORY

    Four days of uninterrupted spiritual encounters:

    • Morning sessions filled with revelatory teachings
    • Afternoon workshops and empowerment sessions
    • Evening services marked by worship, word, and miracles
    • Special programmes for different demographics
    • Corporate prayer that shakes heaven

    YOUR INVITATION TO DESTINY

    This is your divine appointment with destiny. BETHEL 2025 is not just about attending a convention—it’s about positioning yourself for a supernatural upgrade. It’s about stepping into the glory realm where impossibilities bow and limitations are shattered.

    The theme, “RISING IN HIS GLORY,” is not merely inspirational—it is prophetic. This is your season to shake off the dust of defeat, rise from the ashes of disappointment, and step into the radiant glory that God has prepared for you.

    BETHEL 2025 is calling you by name.

    Don’t let this moment pass. Make plans now to be there. Adjust your schedule, make the necessary arrangements, and come expecting. Whether you’re coming for the first time or returning like many who can never seem to have enough of BETHEL, one thing is certain: you will never be the same again.

    CONNECT WITH US

    Diocese: D/Line Diocese, Methodist Church Nigeria
    Main Venue: Diocesan Headquarters, D-Line Cathedral.

    BETHEL 2025: WHERE HEAVEN MEETS EARTH

    NOVEMBER 27-30, 2025

    RISING IN HIS GLORY

    Because ordinary is no longer an option. It’s time to rise!

  • BETHEL CONVENTION, 2025

    BETHEL CONVENTION, 2025

    D/LINE DIOCESAN ANNUAL CONVENTION

    The BETHEL Convention of D/Line Diocese is not just another program on the church calendar; it is the heartbeat of our spiritual journey as a people. This annual gathering draws together every member of the Diocese, from the smallest preaching stations to the largest circuits, from fellowship centres to local churches, uniting us as one family under God. It is the one time each year when the walls of distance, boundaries, and differences collapse, and the people of God converge in one holy assembly at BETHEL.

    The vision was birthed in 2018, conceived by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and nurtured in the atmosphere of obedience. From that very first edition, the flame of revival was kindled, and what began as a simple gathering has now grown into a spiritual movement that carries the unmistakable fragrance of heaven.

    Year after year, BETHEL Convention has become a sacred altar. A place of holiness, a call to revival, and a trumpet of righteousness sounding across the Diocese. Each edition leaves behind a trail of unforgettable memories, spiritual encounters, and testimonies so profound that participants depart with hearts already yearning for the next. Truly, BETHEL is more than an event; it has become a household name, a spiritual landmark etched into the very fabric of our Diocese.

    Its impact is not confined within the D/Line Diocese alone. The fire from BETHEL has spread, and the format has inspired other dioceses to birth their own models of this holy convocation. Indeed, BETHEL has become a pattern, a template of what God can do when a people rise in unity to seek His face.

    The convention has been graced by ministers of God, both within and beyond the Methodist Church Nigeria, each ministering under the canopy of grace and the covering of the Holy Spirit. In every session — whether through the word, worship, or prayer — the voice of the Spirit has echoed clearly, breaking chains, healing hearts, restoring hope, and igniting destinies.

    BETHEL is no ordinary meeting ground. It is a place where heaven kisses the earth, where angels ascend and descend, bearing gifts to men and carrying the cries, pleas, and petitions of God’s people into His throne room. It is a divine intersection — the ladder of Jacob replayed in our generation, reminding us that God is still with His Church, guiding, reviving, and empowering His people.

    The BETHEL Convention is, and shall remain, a rallying point for the Diocese: a place of renewal, a school of holiness, a furnace of revival, and a sanctuary of righteousness. And as long as God gives us breath, we shall keep ascending BETHEL, for here, the Lord Himself meets with His people.

    BETHEL: THEMES SINCE INCEPTION (2018 – 2025)

    When the Spirit stirred our hearts in 2018, the D/Line Diocese embarked on a prophetic journey to BETHEL, taking a cue from the Biblical example of Jacob. Since then, each year has unfolded a divine chapter, shaping our walk with God and reaffirming our covenant mandate.

    2018 – THE CHURCH AS AN AGENT OF PEACE AND HOLINESS

    At a time when the world was engulfed in chaos and moral decay, BETHEL was birthed as a rallying point. The theme reminded us of our sacred responsibility: to stand as a beacon of peace and holiness in a troubled generation.

    2019 – WHEN GOD SPEAKS, JUST OBEY

    Before the euphoria of BETHEL could overwhelm us, the Spirit directed our focus back to the voice of the Master. The call was clear — obedience is not optional but essential in the Christian race.

    2020 – WHOM SHALL I SEND?

    The world was shaken by the plague of COVID-19, yet amid the storm, God’s voice resounded with urgency: Who will go for us? This theme challenged us to present our lives willingly at a time when humanity sought answers beyond science.

    2021 – WHILE MEN SLEPT

    As the pandemic lingered, Christians were awakened to the subtle danger of complacency. This theme was a solemn reminder of vigilance, urging us to guard against spiritual slumber in perilous times.

    2022 – REDEEMING THE TIME

    Counting the cost of wasted opportunities, believers were exhorted to maximize every moment in preparation for eternity. This theme rekindled urgency for holy living and purposeful service.

    2023 – MORE THAN CONQUERORS

    Having survived trials and setbacks, the Church lifted its head with boldness. This theme declared our victory in Christ, enabling us to look the devil in the face with confidence that through Him we always overcome.

    2024 – BUILDING FOR ETERNAL REWARDS

    Beyond earthly pursuits, this theme redirected our eyes to eternity. It was a call to build lives, families, and ministries on foundations that will outlive time and bring eternal rewards.

    2025 – RISING IN HIS GLORY

    Now, the Spirit beckons us higher. This is not merely a theme but a season of unveiling — a call to shake off the dust of defeat, rise in renewed strength, and reflect the glory of the risen Christ. At BETHEL 2025, we are ascending into the realm where God’s people radiate His presence in their homes, churches, and society. Truly, the glory of the latter house shall be greater than the former.

    Conclusion

    From peace and holiness (2018) to rising in His glory (2025), BETHEL has been a spiritual journey of transformation. Each theme has built upon the other, shaping a people who are alert, obedient, victorious, and eternally focused. Indeed, at BETHEL, we continue to proclaim with one voice:
    “We are RISING IN HIS GLORY!”

  • 🌟 Why Our Ministries Matter: Building Faith, Hope, and Love in the Community

    Introduction
    The church is more than a building where people gather on Sundays—it is a living community, a family bound together in faith and service. At the Methodist Church Nigeria, D-Line Diocese, our ministries exist to bring the love of Christ beyond the pulpit and into everyday life. Through worship, service, discipleship, and outreach, we are committed to building a community where faith, hope, and love flourish.

    1. Faith That Transforms

    Our ministries provide opportunities for spiritual growth through worship, prayer, and discipleship. Whether in Sunday services, House Fellowships, or through Bible study groups, we are intentional about creating spaces where members can deepen their relationship with God. Faith is the foundation on which every other aspect of ministry stands, and it continues to transform lives in our Diocese.

    2. Hope That Sustains

    In a world filled with challenges, the church is called to be a beacon of hope. Our Prison Ministry, for example, extends God’s grace to those society often forgets, reminding them that no one is beyond redemption. The Prayer Band also intercedes tirelessly for the church, the community, and individuals facing difficulties, ensuring that hope remains alive even in the darkest times.

    3. Love That Serves

    True love is demonstrated in action. Our Children’s Ministry nurtures the next generation, while the Association of Methodist Brigade builds discipline and service into the lives of young people. From supporting families to running schools and orphanages, our ministries are actively living out Christ’s commandment to “love one another.”

    Conclusion
    Every ministry in the Methodist Church Nigeria, D-Line Diocese, is more than a program—it is an expression of Christ’s mission to bring light into the world. As we continue to grow together, we invite you to not only participate but also find your place of service. When each of us contributes our gifts, the whole body of Christ is strengthened, and our community becomes a true reflection of God’s kingdom.

    Call to Action
    ➡️ Join us this week in worship, prayer, or fellowship.
    ➡️ Discover a ministry that speaks to your heart.
    ➡️ Step into God’s calling to serve.

    Together, we can build a stronger, more loving community. ✝️