Celebration Church International (CCI) has achieved two major milestones during its annual Mid-Year Thanksgiving service: six months in its first permanent global headquarters and a membership of more than 30,000 across its global network. The service was held simultaneously across CCI campuses in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, North America, and Australia, uniting thousands of worshippers in reflection and gratitude for the first half of the year.
Thirteen-Year Journey Culminates in Permanent Home
The occasion marks a new chapter in the ministry's thirteen-year history. Founded in Lagos in 2012, CCI has grown from a single gathering into a global ministry with 55 campuses and 28 cell churches across Africa, Europe, North America, and Australia. Earlier this year, the church moved into Celebr8 Centre HQ on Vori Close, Lagos, establishing its first permanent global headquarters after operating from temporary venues for over a decade. The facility now serves as the administrative and ministry hub for its expanding international network.
Founder Reflects on Milestones and Future Vision
During the service, Founder and Lead Pastor Apostle Emmanuel Iren described the milestones as a time to reflect on the journey while staying focused on the mission. "Thirteen years in, and what God has done is worth marking. But we are more interested in what He is about to do. It is a reason to thank forward with greater conviction. The work of building people, strengthening communities and reaching cities is nowhere near finished, and honestly, that is the most exciting thing about where we are right now," he said.
The Thanksgiving service aligned with the church's 2026 theme, "The Ebenezer Year," dedicated to remembering God's faithfulness and expressing gratitude. Members reflected on past progress while looking ahead with renewed expectation for the rest of the year.
Continued Focus on Core Ministries
Beyond the milestones, CCI reaffirmed its commitment to biblical teaching, discipleship, leadership development, and community outreach—central pillars since its founding. The church's next major gathering, Reboot Camp 2026, will first take place internationally in Toronto, Canada, from 4–6 September, before returning to Lagos, Nigeria, for the main event from 3–6 December. Both editions are expected to draw thousands of attendees from the diaspora and around the world.
About Celebration Church International
Celebration Church International is a non-denominational Christian ministry founded in 2012 by Apostle Emmanuel Iren. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, it serves over 30,000 members through 55 campuses and 28 cell churches across Africa, Europe, North America, and Australia. The church is dedicated to biblical teaching, discipleship, leadership development, community outreach, and global missions, with a vision to see one billion souls in ten thousand cities encounter endless life in Christ Jesus.
