Cherubim & Seraphim Church Disowns Bishop Caught In Tongue- To- Tongue Ordination Scandal
The Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria has issued a strong statement disowning a bishop who was caught on video performing a controversial ” tongue- to- tongue” ordination ceremony. The church condemned the act as ” horrific” and ” disgraceful” before God and humanity.
According to the church, the bishop in question, identified as Alfred Oluwasegun Okikiola Ogunnusi, is not affiliated with the Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria and does not represent its doctrines or values. The church emphasized that it does not condone such practices and that they are contrary to its teachings.
The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows Ogunnusi performing the ” tongue- to- tongue” ordination ceremony on a man identified as Benjamin, also known as Ajigobi. The ceremony reportedly took place in Ogijo, Ogun State, while Benjamin operates a makeshift church in Adamo, Ikorodu, Lagos State.
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The Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria expressed deep concern over the video’ s content, particularly the mention of its revered founder, St. Moses Orimolade Tunolase, and the unauthorized use of its religious symbols. The church stated that it would not dignify such incidents with a response, but felt compelled to set the record straight in this case.
The church’ s statement emphasized that the actions depicted in the video are not representative of its teachings or practices. The Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria reaffirmed its strict opposition to idolatry and stated that it anoints its members with olive oil only and baptizes through immersion in water.
Furthermore, the church disowned an individual seen wearing a robe with the official Cherubim & Seraphim logo, stressing that he is neither a recognized member nor authorized to wear the emblem. The church urged the public to disregard the video and its misleading portrayal of Christian practices.
In conclusion, the Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria has taken a strong stance against the ” tongue- to- tongue” ordination ceremony and has disowned the bishop involved. The church has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding its spiritual traditions and maintaining the integrity of its teachings.