By Ayomide Otitoju
The Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), Agidingbi Cathedral, Archdiocese, will celebrate its 45th Juvenile Harvest on Sunday, June 1, with a series of vibrant and spiritually enriching activities that reflect God’s faithfulness and the remarkable growth of the Sunday School children.
The celebration begins with a Funfair Day on Saturday, featuring games, music, swimming, bouncing castles, and a variety of competitions. Children from the church and surrounding communities—including past members—are expected to attend.
One of the key highlights is the Bible Quiz Competition, where Sunday School pupils will demonstrate their understanding of scripture and Celestial Church doctrine. According to Sunday School teacher, Brother Tobi Afolayan, top-performing classes have already been selected and will be honored during the Sunday thanksgiving service. Prizes will also be awarded for punctuality, Bible reading, and memory verse recitation.
“We are grateful to God that no child was lost in the past year,” Afolayan said. “We celebrate with joyful hearts, dancing and rejoicing in His glory for all He has done.”
Afolayan encouraged children to excel both spiritually and academically, urging them to “love one another, forgive, and grow in the knowledge of Christ.” He also emphasized the role of parents in spiritual training, saying, “Charity begins at home. It is not enough to leave the responsibility to Sunday School teachers.”
Brother Oladapo Popoola, Chairman of the Juvenile Harvest Committee, described the event as the result of extensive planning and communal support. “We’ve received overwhelming contributions from members and volunteers. This celebration is ultimately about God’s heritage—our children,” he said.
Prophetess Bukola Ayileka noted that the harvest offers a platform to evaluate the children’s growth in Christian values. “This is a time to reflect on what they’ve learned throughout the year. We pray for a glorious and meaningful celebration,” she said.
She urged both parents and the government to invest more in child development. “Beyond church teachings, children need access to basic necessities like free education. Fathers and mothers alike must be active in nurturing their children spiritually and morally.”
The 45th Juvenile Harvest promises a joyful and spiritually uplifting experience while reinforcing the church’s dedication to raising godly children.
