Leonard Umunna: A Multi-Talented Bishop With Invaluable Vision

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Apart from being the General Overseer and Presiding Bishop of Bible Life Church Cathedral (BLCC) International, Bishop (Prof.) Leonard Nwoama Umunna is one man of God that has multiple talents for God’s works. As a trained type writer who worked with the defunct NNSC over the years could discover his calling without hesitation. He is among the first A-pastors that have gracious gifts for God’s works whose calling only centred on kingdom’s exploit.

How many Ajegunle Pentecostal churches still waxing stronger in the things of God except few ones like Bishop Umunna who never gave up the vision? His Pentecostal persecution could be traced to a drama he acted where some ministers then misconstrued him for worldly desires which almost divided the church but God of infinite mercy saw him through.Today, the church has discovered various talents for Christ through Bishop Umunna.

He once told Mindset Media Limited in an exclusive interview with other journalists that he cannot bring non-members to act drama than developing his church members. Having produced over 20 gospel CDs and authored several Christian literature books, he has used his enviable talent to develop the world.

Again, Bishop Leonard Umunna is on the field to produce one of the best Christian movies to change the mindset of modern day Christians. He believes that some of Nigerian movies have not met international standard in the sense that producers are only interested on the gains than sending a positive message to the world.

No programme hosted by Bishop Leonard Umunna where cheography, drama and special rendition are not presented. His newness music audio is a testament of a Bishop that values talent than just preaching on the pulpit. He has used his calling to speak on corruption and revamping the education sector over the years. He is a father to all Nigerian leaders and nothing more. This was a man who never had a secondary education but became a renowned professor in Nigeria through determination and hardwork.

In all the departments of the church, Bishop Leonard Umunna’s presence is felt but also ready to increase youthful talents for Christ. The second name of Bishop Leonard Umunna is ‘Bishop of Harnessing Talent for Christ’. He does not use or kill talent than encouraging the youth for self-independent in making. Having produced over 7 notable Christian movies and preparing to shoot out a movie that has meaningful lessons for viewers to watch.

He has used Bible Life Church platform to produce world-class comedians, comperes, singers, dancers,writers,actors,actresses,media professionals, pastors and just mention but a few. One thing you cannot subtract from Bishop Umunna’s integrity is prompt payment of his staffers before the end of the month. He has given scholarships to couple of Ajegunle youths from primary to secondary school. He has introduced sports talent hunt and culture for Ajegunle youths and members. Even as pulpit preacher, he still believes on youth creativity to the core.

If any young pastor is called in this new generation, he or she must be talented if he or she wants ministerial progress in life.Today, Dr.D.K Olukoya of MFM, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, Dr.Chris Oyalkilome,Rev. Chris Okotie and others have other talented works that make their visions grow. Young pastors must emulate these ministers that have made names in the ministry through the obedience of God’s direction. Bishop Leonard Umunna remains the mentor of Mindset Media Limited and nothing more.

Finally, Bishop Leonard Umunna has a theological university where music is being taught not just theological studies for Bible scholars only but also to develop talents for Christ. He has duly followed the path of Christ without scandal or defeat. Nobody has ever alleged of Bishop Leonard Umunna burying cow or human being on his altar than nurturing talents for great exploits.

Pastor Godday Odidi
Social Media Analyst/Mindset Media Limited
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Lagos

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