The atmosphere at the annual Shiloh programme of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners Chapel, took a notable turn this year with the return of a retired senior figure. A church member's observation about the warm reception given to Bishop Thomas Aremu has sparked conversations online about unity and legacy within the influential congregation.
A Notable Presence at Canaanland
Shiloh 2025, held at the church's headquarters in Canaanland, Ota, Ogun State, marked the second edition since the retirement of Bishop David Abioye as vice president. Abioye had served alongside the General Overseer, Bishop David Oyedepo, for 44 years. This year, however, attention shifted to another retired vice president, Bishop Thomas Aremu, whose attendance became a focal point for many members.
Iorhuna Titus, a member of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, took to his Facebook page to highlight this development. He pointed out that both Abioye and Aremu were absent from the previous Shiloh event, an absence that had generated significant discussion among the faithful. "Fast forward to Shiloh 2025 and Bishop Thomas Aremu was on ground live," Titus noted in his post.
The 'Different Vibe' and Cheering Welcome
In his social media post, Titus described the palpable shift in mood. "Seeing Bishop Thomas Aremu in Shiloh on the opening day of Shiloh 2025, brought a different vibes," he wrote. He detailed the moment Aremu came forward to welcome the 'Apostle over the commission', a reference likely to Bishop Oyedepo.
The action was met with resounding cheers from the congregation. Titus interpreted the enthusiastic response as a clear indicator of the members' collective sentiment. "The excitement and cheers speaks a lot about the feelings of members of the church," he asserted, concluding his post with a welcoming note: "Welcome Bishop Thomas Aremu."
Reactions and Broader Context
The observation shared by Titus quickly drew reactions from other social media users, reflecting on the significance of the moment. One commenter, Olajide Daniel, expressed gratitude, stating, "I personally glorified God all our one time and present working Apostles they work so well." Another user, Stephen Mlumunga, succinctly called it "History in the making."
The event also continues a narrative of transition within the church's leadership. The retirement of Bishop David Abioye, who has since started his own ministry, and the subsequent absence of both leaders from Shiloh 2024 had left many members contemplative. Aremu's decision to attend and his very public, warmly received participation in Shiloh 2025 has provided a new chapter in that story.
This year's Shiloh also saw other significant moments, including Bishop David Oyedepo introducing his first son to the congregation, which also trended online and sparked its own set of discussions among netizens.
