About Us — Who We Are
Christ Embassy is a global ministry founded by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, with a mission to teach the Word of God, demonstrate God’s power, and transform lives.
Christ Embassy New Zealand carries this vision into communities across Auckland, Christchurch, Whangarei, Hamilton, Blenheim, and Invercargill—a place to encounter God, build genuine relationships, and grow in purpose.
Our purpose
Our Vision Statement
Taking the divine presence of God to the nations and peoples of the world; and to demonstrate the character of the Spirit.
Local leadership
Christ Embassy New Zealand Is Led by
Pastor Seun & Deaconess Christine
For over three decades, Pastor Seun has dedicated his life to preaching the Gospel and advancing the Kingdom. For more than ten of those years, he has served as Christ Embassy Group Pastor in New Zealand, helping establish vibrant church communities across the nation.
Alongside him is Deaconess Christine, whose vibrant faith and unwavering grace leave a lasting mark. Together, they lead with a deep heart for people and invite everyone to encounter God through His Word.
Their Heart and Vision
They love walking alongside others as they discover all God has prepared for them and find their place in His family.
Find your place at Christ Embassy New Zealand
You are warmly invited to join any of our services, online or in person.
- Beginning Your Journey: For anyone starting a new walk of faith.
- Joining Our Family: For anyone transferring from another Christ Embassy chapter.
There is a place for you here.
Our global ministry
Christ Embassy Was Founded by
Reverend Dr. Chris Oyakhilome DSc. DSc DD.
Through an anointed ministry spanning over 30 years, Pastor, teacher, healing minister, television host, and best-selling author Rev. Dr. Chris Oyakhilome DSc. DSc DD. has helped millions experience a victorious and purposeful life in God’s Word.
Read Pastor Chris’s full story
He is the author of the best-seller Rhapsody of Realities, a daily devotional and Bible-study guide distributed in thousands of languages around the world, with new languages added regularly.
Presiding over an ever-widening network of Christ Embassy churches and campus fellowships on all five continents, Pastor Chris holds major teaching and healing services including Healing Streams Live and Your Loveworld Specials.
The world-renowned Healing School manifests the healing works of Jesus Christ today and has helped many receive healing and miracles through the gifts of the Spirit.
In 2003, Pastor Chris pioneered the first 24-hour Christian television network from Africa to the rest of the world. The LoveWorld television network now reaches audiences across continents and is also available through the LiveTV App.
He also established the International School of Ministry to equip ministers of the Gospel, and pioneered the Inner City Mission of Christ Embassy to give hope and a future to children living in inner cities.
Our statement of faith
What We Believe
This is the Bible doctrine believed and taught by LoveWorld Inc. aka Christ Embassy.
We believe that the Bible contains the inspired and infallible Word of God.
We believe that there is only one God eternally existent in three persons.
We believe in the deity of Christ.
John 1:1–4; John 10:30; Hebrews 1:1–5.
- He was born of a virgin.
- He was conceived of the Holy Ghost.
- He died and rose again bodily.
- He ascended into heaven bodily.