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Be faithful servants, Anglican bishop tells workers

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  • Anglican Bishop Olufemi Familoni urged church workers to be faithful and committed in their service.
  • He spoke at the licensing of 10 pioneer lay readers in Oyo State, emphasizing obedience over sacrifice.
  • The bishop encouraged the new lay readers to set a good example and dedicate themselves to Christ's cause.

The Bishop of the Missionary Diocese of Oyo South, Rt. Rev’d Olufemi Familoni, has called on church workers to prioritize faithfulness and commitment in their service. Speaking at the licensing and commissioning of 10 pioneer lay readers for the diocese in Oyo State, Familoni stressed that dedication is more crucial than the volume of work performed.

It is better not to offer yourself for God’s service than to offer yourself and not be faithful. God requires faithfulness. It is not the volume of work you do for God that matters; it is being faithful in what He has asked you to do.

— Rt. Rev’d Olufemi FamiloniThe bishop emphasized the importance of faithfulness over the quantity of work in God's service.

"It is better not to offer yourself for God’s service than to offer yourself and not be faithful," Familoni stated. He cautioned against actions that do not align with divine commands, referencing the biblical story of Saul to illustrate that obedience surpasses sacrifice. The bishop urged the newly licensed lay readers to make commitment and faithfulness their guiding principles as they embark on their roles.

obedience is better than sacrifice.

— SamuelFamiloni cited the prophet Samuel's rebuke of King Saul to illustrate the primacy of obedience.

Familoni highlighted the significance of their position as pioneers, noting that their actions will set a precedent for future generations within the diocese. He encouraged them to embrace hard work and unwavering dedication to Christ's mission, assuring them that their efforts would be rewarded by God. The ceremony, held at the Cathedral Church of St. John, Akinmoorin, marked a significant moment for the young diocese.

I am urging you, as you begin this journey as lay readers in this diocese, to let commitment and faithfulness be your watchwords.

— Rt. Rev’d Olufemi FamiloniThe bishop advised the newly commissioned lay readers on their core principles.
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