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In an interview with Celestial Weekly on May 5, 2019. The late Senior Evangelist Michael Alonge, founder of Celestial News Online (CNO), discussed his plans for the future of CCC and the role of media in the church. He emphasized the need for a change in mentality within the church and called for improvements in CCC administration and media practices.
One issue raised by Michael Alonge was the placement of the church’s administrative department in a personal residence, specifically Pastor EMF Oshoffa’s house. Alonge questioned the logic of having the administrative block of the church located in a personal house, emphasizing that it should be a separate entity accessible to all members of the church. He urged the church to change this practice and prioritize community decision-making.
Michael Alonge also highlighted the challenges he faced in his media endeavors, including a lack of financial support and controversy surrounding his work. However, he noted that he received calls from individuals in different countries, including Italy, where a group of people gathers to watch CCC services online due to the absence of a church in their area. Michael Alonge called on the church authorities to recognize the need for church planting and support the establishment of churches in such areas.
Furthermore, Michael Alonge expressed his concerns about the church’s focus on taking from other churches rather than actively planting new ones. He emphasized the importance of caring for the welfare of shepherds and ensuring fair distribution of resources. Alonge urged the church to prioritize doing the right thing and placing things in their proper positions, calling for separate administrative quarters, welfare monitoring, and investigations within the church.
In his closing remarks, Michael Alonge emphasized that his intention was not to create enmity but to shed light on areas that require improvement. He encouraged open dialogue and a willingness to make corrections when mistakes are made, emphasizing the need for the church to fight for what is right.
The interview shed light on the need for a change in mentality within CCC and a reevaluation of its administrative practices and media utilization. Alonge’s vision for the future of CCC and CNO focused on transparency, fair distribution of resources, and the establishment of churches in underserved areas.
