Downtown Chicago at sunset, seen from above

About us

Rooted inthe Word.

Christ Embassy Chicago is a church of Christ Embassy, also known as LoveWorld: a Christian ministry led by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, with churches in many nations.

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Our vision

God’s presence,for every nation.

Christ Embassy’s vision is to share God’s presence with people across nations and express the character of His Spirit. This purpose shapes its teaching, worship, and outreach.

Share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the world.
Express the love and character of the Holy Spirit.
Grow together through Scripture, prayer, and service.

A minister speaking at the pulpit at Christ Embassy Chicago — Photo: Christ Embassy Chicago

How we live it

Spiritand family.

01
The Spirit
LoveWorld’s statement of faith teaches that the Holy Spirit gives believers power for Christian service and witness. Prayer and the study of Scripture are central to growing in that life.
02
The Family
Christian life is lived in fellowship. Gather for worship, learn the Word, and find opportunities to encourage others through a local Christ Embassy church.

What we believe

Fourfoundations.

A short summary of the Christ Embassy statement of faith.

Read the full statement

01
The Scriptures
We believe the Bible is inspired by God and is the foundation for Christian doctrine and daily living.
02
Jesus Christ
We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, His death, bodily resurrection, and return.
03
The Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit renews, sanctifies, and equips believers to serve and bear witness to Christ.
04
Salvation
We believe that repentance and faith in Jesus Christ are essential to receiving salvation.

The wider ministry

A storystill unfolding.

Milestones from the worldwide LoveWorld ministry that Christ Embassy Chicago belongs to.

2001
Rhapsody of Realities Begins
The daily devotional begins its journey of sharing Bible teaching with readers around the world.
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2003
LoveWorld Broadcasting
Pastor Chris launches a 24-hour Christian television network from Africa, followed by additional LoveWorld stations internationally.
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2005
The InnerCity Mission
The InnerCity Mission is established in December to serve vulnerable children and families.
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2007
ReachOut Campaigns
ReachOut campaigns begin, combining the distribution of Rhapsody of Realities with community outreach.
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Ministry-wide leadership

Serving thewider ministry.

These leaders serve LoveWorld and the InnerCity Mission worldwide. Their profiles come from the ministries’ own websites.

President, LoveWorld Inc.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
Pastor Chris leads LoveWorld, also known as Christ Embassy. He is the author of Rhapsody of Realities and the founder of the Healing School, the International School of Ministry, and the InnerCity Mission.
About Pastor Chris
Chairman, InnerCity Mission Board of Ministers
Rev. Tom Amenkhienan
The InnerCity Mission lists Tom Amenkhienan as chairman of its Board of Ministers. The ministry serves vulnerable children and families through practical, Christ-centered care.
Meet the InnerCity Mission team
Executive Minister, InnerCity Mission
Pastor Omoh Alabi
The InnerCity Mission lists Omoh Alabi as its Executive Minister. Its programs include education, feeding, family support, shelter, and humanitarian response.
Explore the ministry and its programs