Apostle Bishung Obuo Edward

Apostle Bishung Obuo Edward accepted Christ into his life at a very early age under the Assemblies of God Church in his hometown, where his father served as an Elder.

He accepted his calling into ministry in 1998 and began preaching on the streets, where he became widely known as “The Street Preacher”, organizing several open-air deliverance and healing meetings across streets and parks.

In 2011, after a prayer session with three witnesses in his home in Ibadan, he answered the call to pastor and pioneer a new work. By 2013, God blessed him with a place of fellowship.

Apostle Bishung carries a deep passion for preaching and teaching the gospel of Christ, emphasizing God’s love and reconciliation. His leadership and teaching have drawn many into the ministry, which continues to thrive.

He is the Founding and Senior Pastor of Grace Word Family Evangelical Mission Int’l, Ibadan, Nigeria, with a mission church in Orlu, Imo State, Nigeria, and an extended church base in California, USA. He is married to Pastor Elizabeth Bishung, and together they are blessed with one son, Cedar Bishung.

Early Life & Education

• Born in Amunga Village, Obudu Cattle Ranch Road, Obanliku, Cross River State, Nigeria.
• Attended Government Primary School Amunga, later relocating to Lagos, where he attended Christ the King Primary School and Awodi-Ora College.
• Studied Public Administration at The Polytechnic, Ibadan.
• Attended Victory Life Church School of Ministry (Nigeria) and Lighthouse Theological School (Essex, UK), where he received a Diploma.

Ministry Grace

Apostle Bishung is blessed with a prophetic grace for nations. He is Spirit-filled, multi-talented, and highly skilled in teaching and preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. He has discipled and trained many pastors both locally and internationally. Currently, he oversees around 10 pastors within his ministry.

Ministry Work (Past & Present)

Leadership Roles

• Church Administrator & Associate Minister – Victory Life Church, Apapa, Lagos.
• Assistant Resident Pastor (HQ) – Word Chambers Church, Oluyole Estate, Ibadan.
• Branch Pastor – Word Chambers Church, Oke-Ado Branch, Ibadan.
• President – God’s House of Training Institute, Ibadan.
• Coordinator – New Testament Ministers Network Int’l (Ibadan Zone).
• Leader – Grace Word Ministry to Drug & Substance Abuse Persons (for people with substance use disorder).

Evangelism

• Street Preacher
• Department Head of Evangelism
• Missionary and Traveling Evangelist

Teaching

• Church Sunday School Teacher
• Weekly Bible Study Teacher
• Department Head of Teaching & Instructor at God’s House of Training Institute
• Trainer of pastors and leaders in Nigeria, Togo, Benin Republic, and the USA
• Seminar/Conference Teacher & Trainer

Prayer

• Department Head of Prayer
• Prayer Warrior

Music

• Leads Praise & Worship on various occasions with joy and passion.

Affiliations

• Member of New Testament Ministers Network Int’l – an international body of pastors dedicated to spreading the gospel globally.

Personal Confession

For all that God is doing in and through his life, Apostle Bishung continually declares “Hallelujah!” as an expression of rejoicing and thanksgiving to God.

Pastor Rose was called to ministry in 2001, answering God’s call to pastor. Many know her affectionately as Pastor Rose. She serves as an under-shepherd of Christ, the Chief Good Shepherd, and is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Cry Aloud Temple Evangelistic Outreach Ministries, Inc., which operates both virtually and globally. She serves under the earthly leadership of Apostle Bishung Obuo Edward of Grace Word Family Church in Ibadan, Nigeria.

A native of Mississippi and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Pastor Rose furthered her education, professional studies, and Bible training in St. Louis (MO), Tulsa (OK), Los Angeles, and San Bernardino (CA). She is the proud mother of her son, Prophet Samuel Joel Robinson.

Early Life & Calling

From childhood, Pastor Rose displayed a deep spiritual connection:

• Began praying at age 3.
• Accepted the Lord at age 8.
• Started teaching at age 12.
• At 14, she heard the voice of God thunder: “Go and tell my people that the world is coming to an end.”
• At 17, she received the baptism of the Holy Spirit, with the evidence of speaking in tongues. The room was filled with the fire of God’s presence, yet nothing was consumed.

Since then, she has faithfully walked in her calling, living a life of prayer, discernment, and unwavering service.

Community Leadership

Pastor Rose is highly visible in her community of Perris, California. In 2007, she organized the first Neighborhood Watch, hosting quarterly meetings with strong community support. She maintains excellent standing with Mayor Michael Vargas, the police department, and city staff, reflecting her commitment not only to the church but also to civic service.

Ministry Experience & Service

Pastor Rose’s ministry extends far beyond the local church. She has ministered across the Western, Midwestern, and Southern United States, including Mississippi, Texas, Tennessee, Missouri, Illinois, Arkansas, Ohio, Oklahoma, Nevada, and California.

She has assisted pastors, bishops, and leaders with training in all areas of ministry work, helping small congregations grow and equipping saints for kingdom service.

Leadership Roles

• Co-International Supervisor of Women’s Work
• Executive Recording Secretary – Board of Apostles & Bishops (Pasadena, CA)
• Member – Board of Elders Council
• Fourth Administrative Assistant to Presiding Bishop Grace M. Clayton (Born Free International Ministries, Sun City, CA)

Ministry Assignments

Teaching

• Weekly Bible Studies / Missions
• Sunday School & Evangelist Missionaries
• Women’s Conventions, Worker’s Meetings, Sunshine Band, Purity Classes
• Training for all church auxiliaries and ministry departments

Administrative Service

• Assistant to Pastors & Bishops
• President, Secretary, and Clerk roles in multiple departments, including:
   
  • Pastor’s Aid
  • Missionaries
  • Deaconess Board
  • Nurse Unit
  • Y.W.C.C.
  • Women’s Department
  • Choir & Music Ministry
  • Local & District Ushers
  • District Financial Clerk
  • Program Coordinator for Worker’s Meetings
• Youth Department Director
• Local/District Public Relations Representative

Ministry & Evangelism

• Praise & Worship Team Leader
• Witness Team Leader
• Traveling Evangelist / Missionary
• Radio Announcer
• Armor Bearer
• Prayer Warrior & Intercessor
• Altar Worker & Trainer
• Jail & Prison Ministry
• Convalescent Home Ministry
• Food, Clothing, Shelter, and Counseling Ministry
• Gospel Plays (Writer, Director, Producer, Actor)

Anointing & Impact

Pastor Rose is an anointed prophetess with a profound gift of discernment. Through her ministry, many have accepted Christ, discovered their gifts, received training, and launched into kingdom work. Her heartfelt activism and commitment have touched lives in churches, communities, and across nations.

Above all, she remains steadfast in her declaration:

“All Glory, Praise, and Honor belong to God.”

Pastor Emmanuel Chino Ohajinwa is a native of Umubu Umuowa in Orlu local government area of Imo State, Nigeria. He was born on the 25th July, 1973 to the late Chief Bartholomew Ohajinwa and Mrs Victoria Ego Ohajinwa (Nee Mephors). He is a graduate of the University of Nigeria Nsukka where he studied veterinary medicine and received his Doctor of veterinary medicine honours in 1999.

Dr Emmanuel is currently the managing director and the Chief Executive Officer of Chimero Agrovet and farms Ltd. The position he holds since 2006 after having served in various managerial capacity in several other agroallied industries such as Avian specialities Nigeria Ltd and Obasanjo Holdings Ltd. Chimero Agrovet and farms Ltd is an agroallied business that engages mainly in the production and marketing of day old chicks and turkey poults as well as other agroallied services. 

Dr Emmanuel Ohajinwa is an astute preacher of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and a practical believer in the power of the gospel for exploits. His most favourite scriptures are Romans 1: 16 and Psalms 24:1. He has served in many ministries holding several leadership positions. He is currently the assistant to the Senior Pastor of Graceword Family Evangelical Church Nigeria. Passionate about helping people experience the transforming power of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ for which he devouts his life and time. He is happily married and blessed with children.

Letesha Brager is a native of Riverside, California.  A graduate of John W. North Highschool.  She has continued her studies at Cal State San Bernardino and Loma Linda University earning a B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Ethnic Studies and a Masters in Social Work (MSW) respectively.  She accepted the Lord in her early twenties on an Easter Sunday.  She has served the Lord in many capacities including, the usher’s ministry, the hospitality ministry, the children and youth choir, and church secretary.  She is currently employed in Human Services working with children and families, a field she has been in for almost 16 years.  Letesha is dedicated to helping those who are in need, those who are hurting and experiencing the lowest moments of their lives.  She is a born helper and thinker.  She gives all glory to God!

Tolu Ohajinwa hails from Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. She is the fourth child of Dr. and Mrs. Olumide Ademiluyi.

She is a graduate of the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (2003) and also holds a Master’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Ibadan (2007).

Pastor Tolu is happily married to Dr. Emmanuel Ohajinwa, and they are blessed with three beautiful children.

Professionally, she serves as the Executive Director of Chimero Agro Vet and Farms Limited, a thriving poultry enterprise in Nigeria.

In ministry, Pastor Tolu is a dedicated pastor in Grace Word Family Evangelical Church, Nigeria, where her mission is to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to the world through the Word. She currently serves as:

• Head of Department (HOD) of the Children’s Ministry
• Head of Department (HOD) of the Evangelism Ministry
• Patron of the Women’s Department

Pastor Tolu is passionate about people, purpose, and kingdom advancement. She continues to impact lives through her teaching, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the gospel of Christ. She is especially passionate about preaching the gospel to the sick and interceding for them through hospital evangelism.