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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Special Meetings 2026

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Kitchener, Ontario
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September 12, 2026
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The Apostolic Faith Church in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, held special meetings from Thursday, May 14 to Sunday, May 17, 2026. The theme “Revive Us Again, O Lord” was truly reflected throughout the four‑day gathering as the Lord visited His people in a remarkable way. Brethren and visitors attended from across Canada and the United States, while many others joined virtually from around the world. The services featured soul‑lifting choir and orchestra performances, inspiring sermons, heartfelt testimonies, and impactful seminars on godly dating and Christian marriage.

Thursday evening was the opening revival service. The choir sang “Wilt Thou Not Revive Us Again?” Testimonies followed, including Cindie Baltzell, from Portland, Oregon, who shared God’s faithfulness to her family, and Gbenga Adejare from Calgary, who testified of God’s guidance in bringing his family to Canada and proving His faithfulness every step of the way.

Before the sermon, Benjamin Asokhia sang “I Just Feel Like Something Good Is About to Happen.” The guest minister, Randy Baltzell, from Portland, Oregon, delivered a powerful message titled “Ask for the Latter Rain” from Zechariah 10:1. He encouraged the congregation to lay aside distractions and seek the Lord wholeheartedly. The altar service that followed was deeply moving, with many receiving spiritual blessings.

Friday began with a seminar titled Relationship and Marriage – Path to a Christian Home.” Session 1: Godly Dating – was led by Jarvis and Loretta Randell. Session 2: Building a Christian Home – was led by Chris and Patsy Hewlett. Session 3: Practical Approaches to Godly Marriage – was jointly led by all four facilitators. The sessions emphasized Scripture as the foundation for Christian relationships and marriage. Participants left with valuable lessons and renewed commitment to godly living.

The evening revival service opened with a violin solo by Foluso Oladunni, followed by the choir’s rendition of “O the Blood.” Testimonies included a sister who celebrated eleven years of salvation and shared how her husband later got saved, and another sister who testified of salvation and healing from pneumonia. Chris Hewlett preached a stirring message titled Spiritual Desire” from Psalm 26:8 and 27:4, urging believers to long for God’s presence in every area of life. The altar service was richly blessed.

Saturday began with a tour of the Kitchener church premises and a brief city tour, followed by a picnic in Waterloo. Activities included games, icebreakers, a BBQ lunch, and a personality profile session featuring Brother Randy and Sister Cindie. They shared their life stories, testimonies of salvation, and how God preserved them from childhood to adulthood and used them mightily in the Gospel. Attendees also had the opportunity to ask questions.

The evening revival service opened with a brass ensemble titled “Give the World a Smile,” followed by the choir’s powerful rendition of “Jesus Is the Answer.” Niyi Oduwole, pastor of the Ottawa church, gave the opening prayer. Testimonies highlighted God’s salvation, provision, and deliverance. Sister Loretta testified of God’s faithfulness during her family’s twenty-one‑year mission in Korea. Modupe Asokhia shared how God sustained her despite family rejection and blessed her academic and professional journey. The sermon was delivered by Abiodun Ogunwale, from Oceanside, New York. His message, “The God of Restoration,” taken from Zechariah 1:18–21, encouraged everyone that no matter their spiritual or physical condition, God is able to restore and give victory.

The final day began with Sunday School. Foluso Oladunni, pastor of the Edmonton church, taught the lesson on Money.” He encouraged faithfulness in tithing and shared personal testimonies of God’s blessings through obedience. The devotional service opened with an orchestration titled “Praise Ye the Lord,” followed by the choir’s rendition of “Praise the Lord.” A quartet sang, “Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere,” after which Brother Chris testified of God’s miraculous healing from a heart attack and the restoration of his health. “I Can Almost Hear the Sound of the Trumpet” was the last special song before the closing sermon delivered by Brother Randy, titled What Does God Think of Me?” Drawing from James 1:22–25 and Revelation chapters 2 and 3, he emphasized that while people may appear “gold‑plated,” only God can make us truly “solid gold.” He reminded the congregation that God knows each person intimately and can reveal areas needing surrender. Many went to prayer, pouring out their hearts before the Lord.

Our hearts overflow with gratitude to God for the Spirit‑filled special meetings. Testimonies and feedback received during and after the event confirmed a mighty outpouring of God’s power—salvation, healing, restoration, and spiritual refreshing.

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Special Meetings
May 14-17, 2026
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