It is ordained by the Holy Spirit that:

(1) members of Celestial Church of Christ are forbidden to engage or participate in any form of idolatory, fetish ceremony or cults, black magic and charms;

(2) cigarette or tobacco smoking or snuffing or any type of weed smoking or snuffing is forbidden to members of the Celestial Church of Christ;

(3) consumption of any form of alcohol, wine or any strong drink that can intoxicate is forbidden to members of Celestial Church of Christ as the odour of all these – cigarettes, tobacco, alcohol, etc. – are repugnant to the presence of the Holy Spirit;

(4) consumption of pork or any food offered as sacrifice to idols or other powers of darkness is forbidden to members of Celestial Church of Christ;

(5) members are forbidden to wear apparels made of black or red materials except for professional reasons;

(6) members should not wear shoes when wearing their sutana or within the premises of the Church;

(7) male and female members are forbidden to sit together side by side within the Church and its premises;

(8) female members during menstruation are not allowed to come within the precincts of the Church until after their sanctification after seven clear days; and where the menstruation extends beyond seven days, two clear days should be allowed for after stoppage before sanctification;

(9) female members are forbidden from entering the altar area or leading the congregation in worship;

(10) In Celestial Church of Christ, only white candles are to be used. Coloured candles are strictly forbidden;

(11) fornication and adultery are forbidden in the Celestial Church of Christ;

(12) Holy is the Celestial Church of Christ and all who worship in her should endeavour to be clean in body and in soul

I believe in God the father Almighty

Maker of heaven and earth

And in Jesus Christ His only son our Lord

Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost

Born of the virgin Mary

Suffered under Pontius Pilate

Was crucified, dead and buried

He descended into hell

The third day He rose again from the dead

He ascended into heaven

And sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty

From thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead

I believe in the Holy Ghost

The Celestial Church of Christ

The communion of saints

The forgiveness of sins

The resurrection of the body

And the life everlasting.

AMEN.

We are a Christian church following the Bible's teachings, just like many other churches. Our church is part of a bigger, worldwide Holy church called the Celestial Church of Christ.

Celestial Church of Christ (otherwise refers to as CCC) is an African originated spiritual church which was founded on the 29th of September 1947 in Porto Novo, Republic of Benin by Reverend Prophet Pastor Samuel Bilewu Joseph Oshoffa (1909-1985).

The Celestial Church of Christ, Christ Power Parish, has served the Birmingham community for over 15 years. Our mission began modestly in March 2007 with our inaugural service held at Unit 9, Minerva Works on 160 Fazeley Street.

We are now situated at 412-414 Gillot Road, Edgbaston. This building has a rich history, previously serving another faith community – the Cherubim and Seraphim Church.

Our church envisions itself as a powerful force for good, a lighthouse guiding souls towards Christ. Through the power of inspiring sermons and miraculous healings, we aim to break the chains of darkness that bind many.

We believe in mending not just broken hearts, but also broken bodies, offering a tangible experience of God's love through acts of healing. Our ultimate goal is to become a beacon of hope, restoring faith in God's unwavering love for the feeble and strong alike.

Our mission is reflected in our commitment to:

• Exalting Worship: We create a space for reverent worship and connection with the Almighty.

• Spreading the Gospel: We share the good news of Jesus Christ through various avenues, including evangelism and education.

• Discipling Believers: We offer programs that equip individuals for spiritual growth and prepare them for Christ's return.

• Strong Families: We provide support and resources to foster Christian values, build healthy relationships, and promote family stability.

• Compassionate Service: We extend a helping hand to those in need through charitable works and relief operations.

• Community Transformation: We advocate for a safe and healthy environment, promoting crime prevention and positive values.