The Torch Bearers
The Torch Bearers is a Fellowship of ‘like minds’ in All Souls’ Chapel, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. The Fellowship was formed to enable those who were not yet members of any association in the Chapel to share the words of God under a new banner. The foundational members agreed that the formation of the group would promote the spiritual growth of individuals. The Fellowship accommodates humble but great minds who are faithful in the service to God while not slacking in business. A member of the Fellowship is regarded as a brother in the spirit of friendliness irrespective of age or status. The Fellowship therefore, promotes loving kindness, relentless spiritual growth and brotherliness.
The Torch Bearers was formed as a Fellowship in All Souls’ Chapel, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife when a group of ‘like minds’ coordinated by Bro Olufemi Odesanmi assembled for a meeting at his residence at House 1, Road 10B, OAU Senior Staff Quarters on Sunday, March 18th, 1990. Present at the meeting were; Bros Olufemi Odesanmi, Aderemi Adeyemo, Olusanya Adejuyigbe, Adekunle Adetona, Adebayo Adeyemi and Adegoke Adegoroye. The Fellowship was initially established under the name of Young Men Christian Fellowship (YMCF) but the name was later changed to The Torch Bearers, All Souls’ Chapel as proposed by Bro Olufemi Odesanmi. The motto proposed by Bro Adegoke Adegoroye and adopted by the group for the Fellowship was ‘Let Your Light Shine’.
The Fellowship was formally inaugurated during a Consecration Service conducted by the Chaplain, Cannon J.A. Oladunjoye at All Souls’ Chapel, OAU, Ile-Ife on Sunday, August 8th, 1990. The nine members of the Fellowship at Consecration Service were; Bros Olufemi Odesanmi, Adekunle Adetona, Aderemi Adeyemo, Olusanya Adejuyigbe, Adebayo Adeyemi, Adegoke Adegoroye, Simeon Adesina, Taiwo Omobuwajo and Segun Faniran. Since establishment, the Fellowship continues to flourish to the glory of God while members shine in their various spheres of endeavours. As of May 8th, 2020, the Fellowship has 20 regular and 17 distant members.
1. Olufemi Odesanmi - President
2. Adekunle Adetona - Vice-President
3. Adebayo Adeyemi - Secretary
4. Segun Fadiran - Assistant Secretary
5. Olusanya Adejuyigbe - Treasurer
6. Aderemi Adeyemo - Member
7. Adegoke Adegoroye - Member
8. Simeon Adesina - Member
9. Taiwo Omobuwajo - Member
10. Aderinsola Owa - Member
11. Alaba Adesida - Member
1. Bro. Femi Odesanmi
2. Bro. Kola Adesina
3. Bro. Taiwo Omobuwajo
4. Bro. Biodun Adediran
5. Bro. Bolaji Odufoye
6. Bro. Labo Adekoya
7. Bro. Sola Komolafe
8. Bro. Victor Kobiowu
9. Bro. Titi Kuku
10. Bro. Mike Faborode
11. Bro. Bayo Ibidapo
12. Bro. Sola Fasubaa
13. Bro. Dare Ogunlade
14. Bro. Demola Adewale
15. Bro. Dayo Akinbobola
16. Bro. Bunmi Olajugbe
17. Bro. Bolutife Olofinjana
18. Bro. Rotimi Aina
19. Bro. Dele Oyedele
20. Bro. Abel Sunday
1. Bro. Kunle Adetona
2. Bro. Goke Adegoroye
3. Bro. Bayo Adeyemi
4. Bro. Segun Fadiran
5. Bro. Sanya Adejuyigbe
6. Bro. Alaba Adesida
7. Bro. Ishola Omolola
8. Bro. Segun Adenuga
9. Bro. Bola Adamolekun
10. Bro. Sola Akinrinade
11. Bro. Jide Kufoniyi
12. Bro. Bisi Adeniran
13. Bro. Akin Aguda
14. Bro. Kunle Ogunbameru
15. Bro. Sina Aderibigbe
16. Bro. Aderinsola Owa
17. Bro. Aderemi Adeyemo
1. Bro. Niyi Olusile
1. Bro. Femi Odesanmi - Chairman
2. Bro. Remi Adeyemo - Member
3. Bro. Kola Adesina - Member
4. Bro. Kunle Adetona - Member
5. Bro. Mike Faborode - Member
1. Bro. Labo Adekoya - Chairman
2. Bro. Sola Fasubaa - Member
3. Bro. Bolutife Olofinjana - Member
4. Bro. Bunmi Olajuyigbe - Member
5. Bro. Rotimi Aina - Member
i. Chapel Council Bro. Mike Faborode
ii. Harvest Committee Bro. Bunmi Olajugbe
iii. Evangelism Committee Bro. Dele Oyedele
iv. CBMC Bro. Taiwo Omobuwajo
v. Service Committee Bro. Bolaji Odufoye
vi. Prayer Committee Bro. Labo Adekoya
1. Membership shall be opened to only male members of All Souls’ Chapel, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
2. A prospective member shall be nominated by a member for the consideration of the Fellowship.
3. The nominee shall obtain and fill The Torch Bearers membership form duly signed by the sponsor and submit the same to the Secretary.
The Fellowship has outreach linkages with the following establishments;
1. St. Phillips Anglican Church, Ofatedo.
2. St. Peters Anglican Church, Sekona.
3. St Mary’s Rehabilitation and Development Centre, Ipetumodu.
4. St. Thomas Anglican Church, Aye-Oba
5. The Trumpet of Life Ministries (an orphanage), Ile-Ife
6. Christ Apostolic Church, Kajola, OAU, Ile-Ife
1.
Tis so good to serve the Lord, walking in the light.
It is a great thing to serve the Lord,
Walking in the light of God
ref:
All Souls Chapel Torch Bearers, walking in the light.
We lift up our lights to shine in glory
Let your light shine.
2.
Almighty Lord we praise thee, let us always do thy wish.
That we may be thine own forever,
Through life eternity
1. Tiling of the Chapel Chancery
2. Railing of the frontage of the Chapel Chancery
3. Donation of Baptismal Font
4. Donation of Chairs
5. Construction and Donation of a Portable Baptistry
6. Construction of stands strong stands for overhead water thanks
