Four souls. A small apartment. That’s where the Gospel Faith Mission International’s Washington DC branch began in 1984. Pastor Peter Akinsanya hosted the first service. He was joined by Pastor Francis Aremo Pastor Michael Masade and Deaconess Olamiju Aremo.
Gospel Faith Mission International a Pentecostal ministry with global roots. It started humbly in Nigeria in 1956. Founded by Pastor Reuben Akinwalere George it grew from a small Bible study group. His successor Pastor Elijah Oludele Abina continues to lead the church. He oversaw its expansion to numerous countries including the US.
The Washington DC congregation wasn’t just a small group forever. The Gospel Faith Mission International’s presence expanded rapidly. It moved from various locations in Washington DC. Finally it settled in Brentwood Maryland in 1992. Today the church boasts several branches across the United States. It even extended to Canada the Dominican Republic Mexico and Jamaica.
Imagine the faith and dedication of those first four members. Their small gathering became a thriving church. This illustrates the power of faith and community. It’s a testament to the Gospel Faith Mission International’s enduring message. The initial challenges and growth to multiple branches across the US. Their story shows a church that doesn’t just talk about faith. It embodies it.
The Gospel Faith Mission International in Washington DC is more than just a building. It is a living testament. A testament to faith perseverance and the power of community. It started small. Now its branches extend across the nation and beyond. It stands as a beacon of hope and spiritual growth. A place where four souls sparked a global movement. A movement that continues to touch lives today.