The Christian community in Southern Nigeria is in mourning following the death of Pastor Monday Omokaro, a respected pastor of the Deeper Life Bible Church. The cleric reportedly passed away on Tuesday, May 19, though the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear at the time of this report.
Pastor Monday Omokaro's Role in Deeper Life Bible Church
Pastor Monday served as the State Youth Coordinator for the Deeper Life Bible Church (DLBC) in Edo State until his death. He was also a prominent leader in the Deeper Life Student Outreach (DLSO), where he was known for his evangelical zeal and impactful leadership. Many who knew him described him as a passionate soul winner who visited schools with the gospel message, led outreach efforts, and witnessed numerous testimonies of healing, deliverance, and miracles.
Tributes Pour In for the Late Cleric
Uyi Erhahon, in a Facebook post on May 19, paid tribute to Pastor Monday, stating that he fought the good fight of faith and finished his race. Erhahon highlighted the pastor's remarkable Christian works, noting his commitment to prayers and his role as a good shepherd. The tribute read in part: "Your passion for the salvation of souls was never in doubt. Your commitment to prayers, both personal and corporate, was undeniable. You were a good Shepherd in words, indeed and in truth."
Another Facebook user, Osazuwa Aghahowa, shared that he was with Pastor Monday just days before his death, during a vigil where the pastor prayed with attendees. Osazuwa urged religious leaders to take time to rest and appealed to church members to care for their leaders. He wrote: "We lost Pastor Monday O. Having seen the internet flooded with his pictures, I guess it's true. I was with him this Friday, and he prayed with us all through the vigil. Our leaders should always take out time to rest. The church can merge Tuesday and Saturday Workers' meetings. And members should make it a point of responsibility to care for their leaders."
Reactions from Netizens
Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their grief. Erhahon Joy said, "Farewell, our beloved Pastor Omokaro." Airuoyuwa Sandra commented, "Rest on general, the life and voice of the youth." Bridget Oboh Omoh-Asun offered condolences, saying, "My heart felt Condolences my Dear brother. May the lord comfort you and entire family left behind. It is well with you." Agbai Okorie Emmanuel recalled, "Pastor Monday Omokaro fire band youth pastor that sharpened my life while in youth church during retreat. This is heavenly gain but great loss to his family and Deeper life Edo state. May his soul rest in perfect peace, amen."
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