Oikia CC, America

Oikia Christian Centre is a global church family helping people connect with God, grow in faith and purpose, and serve humanity in the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Our Story

From a campus fellowship to a global family.

Oikia Christian Centre began in 2008 as a small university fellowship in Lagos, Nigeria — a few students hungry for God and community. By 2015, we were formally incorporated as a church under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Femi Olaleye.

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Today, Oikia has grown into a global family with many expressions across Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and now the United States — with our newest expression right here in Austin, Texas.

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We are a community that prays, rallies around each other, and goes wherever the Lord sends us — making disciples of every nation, men and women from every tongue, tribe, and race.

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meet our resident pastor

Welcome to Oikia CC America

Whether you've been with us for years or this is your first time visiting our website, I want you to know that you are welcome here. Oikia Christian Centre is a church family committed to the plans and purposes of God on the earth.

God has called us to be a community that connects people to Him, helps them grow in faith and purpose, and empowers them to serve humanity in the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

We believe that your best days are ahead, and we're committed to walking with you as you discover God's plan for your life. I invite you to explore what God is doing in and through Oikia CC.

Pastor Teni Olowu

Resident Pastor, Oikia Christian Centre America

MEET OUR GLOBAL SENIOR PASTOR

Revd. Femi Olaleye is a teacher and preacher of the Word of God, deeply passionate about seeing lives transformed through salvation and believers equipped for the work of ministry.

Having begun teaching God’s Word at a very young age, he carries a strong conviction for the accurate teaching of Scripture and for raising disciples who are grounded in truth and able to teach others also. By the grace of God, his ministry places significant emphasis on the work of the Holy Spirit and the manifestation of His power in the lives of believers.

He is the Pioneer and Global Senior Pastor of Oikia Christian Centre but beyond ministry, Revd. Femi is also a trained medical doctor and a finance executive by profession.

Fondly known as PF, he is happily married to Pastor Tolani Olaleye, and together they are blessed with three wonderful children.

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You fit in if you are interested in:

Growing in Your Walk

You're committed to deepening your relationship with God and want a community that challenges and encourages you to grow.

Seeking Answers

You have questions about faith, the Bible, or what it means to follow Jesus—and you're looking for a safe space to explore.

Craving Community

You want to be part of a faith-filled community where you can pray together, support one another, and experience authentic fellowship.

Ready to Serve

You're ready to present yourself to the Lord for service in His vineyard and use your gifts to make an impact.

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What We Believe

At Oikia Christian Centre, we believe in the life-changing power of Jesus Christ and hold to the truth of God’s Word as our foundation for faith, hope, and purpose.

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God

God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God. (Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14)

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THE TRINITY

We believe in one God who exists eternally in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Each person is fully God, equal in nature and glory, yet distinct in role and relationship. (Matthew 3:16-17; John 1:1-3; 2 Corinthians 13:14)

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SALVATION

Salvation is a gift of God's grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ alone. Christ died for our sins, rose from the dead, and offers forgiveness and new life to all who believe in Him. (John 3:16; Romans 3:23-24; Ephesians 2:8-9; Acts 4:12)

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THE CHURCH

The Church is the body of Christ, made up of all who have placed their faith in Him. We are called to gather together, build one another up in love, and carry the gospel to every corner of the world. (Matthew 16:18; Ephesians 1:22-23; Hebrews 10:24-25)

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THE BIBLE

We believe the Bible is the inspired and authoritative Word of God. It is the ultimate standard for faith and life, and through it God speaks, guides, and transforms those who receive it with an open heart. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 119:105; Hebrews 4:12)

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GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT

We believe the Holy Spirit is active today, equipping believers with spiritual gifts for the building up of the Church and the advancement of God's kingdom. Every gift is given by grace and is to be used in love and service. (1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Romans 12:6-8; Ephesians 4:11-12)

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RESURRECTION

We believe in the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the foundation of our faith and the guarantee of our own resurrection. All who are in Christ will be raised to eternal life at His return. (1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 20-22; John 11:25-26)

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THE SECOND COMING

We believe Jesus Christ will return personally, visibly, and gloriously. His return will mark the fulfilment of all things, the final defeat of evil, and the eternal reign of God over all creation. (Acts 1:11; Revelation 22:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17)