Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG, Adeboye)
Largest Pentecostal denomination originating from Nigeria. Led by Pastor Enoch Adeboye since 1981. Substantial monthly Holy Ghost Convention.
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BITE breakdown
0 — largest Pentecostal denomination originating from Nigeria; mainstream evangelical.
Profile facts
In context
RCCG operates 50,000+ parishes in 197 countries. Distinctive monthly Holy Ghost Convention at Redemption Camp, Lagos can draw 500,000+ attendees. Mainstream evangelical Pentecostal with substantial commitment expectations.
This profile is in progress — history, deeper BITE evidence and survivor voices are still being added. Contributions welcome via GitHub.
Timeline
- 1952RCCG founded by Josiah Akindayomi
- 1981Adeboye becomes General Overseer
Sources
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