City Ministries of Evangelical Missionary Society (EMS) of Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), popularly known as Gidan Bege. The ministry was founded with the primary aim of giving hope to the hopeless. Over the years, it has expanded into various areas of ministry, including:

  • Urban Reach Unit
  • King’s Kids Unit
  • Administrative Unit
  • Outreach Unit (Operation Northern Reach)
  • Finance Unit

In addition to these ministries, City Ministries also supports Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Schools for the Deaf, and other orphanages within and outside the state. It partners with other organizations to enhance its mission.

Vision

City Ministries envisions meeting the holistic needs of vulnerable individuals in a way that honors God.

Mission Statement

To honor God by holistically impacting people in need, while preaching the gospel and healing the sick.

URBAN REACH UNIT

The Urban Reach Unit focuses on ministering to people in urban areas with diverse needs. Its key initiatives include:

  • Correctional Facilities Ministry: Offering trauma healing, Bible studies, and discipleship to inmates.
  • Drug Rehabilitation (Jungle Ministry): Supporting individuals struggling with addiction through counseling, recovery groups, and skills training.
  • Widows Ministry: Providing food, healthcare, and education support to widows and their children.
  • Street Outreach: Ministering to street kids, beggars, and the homeless through spiritual guidance and practical assistance.

 

PARTNER PROJECTS

City Ministries partners with organizations to expand its reach. Key projects include:

  1. The Bucket Ministry: Providing clean water and gospel materials to communities.
  2. New Foundation International: Supporting indigenous leaders to establish self-sustaining churches

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT

The Administrative Unit exists to honor God by ensuring the efficient operation of City Ministries. It provides support across various functions and ensures adherence to organizational policies. Its roles include:

  • Recruitment and staff management
  • Maintaining staff files and databases
  • Leave management
  • Annual performance reviews (APR)
  • Policy formulation and adherence
  • Training, workshops, and seminars

Human Resources (HR)

HR is critical for managing the organization’s most valuable asset: people. Key responsibilities include:

  1. Recruitment and Selection: Creating job descriptions, advertising roles, screening candidates, conducting interviews, and onboarding.
  2. Training and Development: Organizing training programs and workshops for employee growth.
  3. Performance Management: Setting standards, conducting appraisals, and recognizing excellence.
  4. Employee Relations: Addressing grievances, fostering a positive work environment, and resolving disputes.
  5. HR Strategy: Aligning HR practices with organizational goals, including workforce planning and talent management.
  6. Engagement and Retention: Promoting initiatives that improve job satisfaction, wellness, and career advancement.

Other Administrative Roles

  • Security: Ensuring premises are equipped with safety tools and maintaining a secure environment.
  • Cooks: Preparing balanced meals for children and various programs.
  • Cleaners: Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment across all facilities.

KING’S KIDS UNIT

The King’s Kids Unit exists to holistically care for and develop Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVCs) to honor God. Its core focus includes meeting the spiritual, physical, emotional, social, and educational needs of children while equipping them for a life that glorifies God.

Core Values

  • Spiritual: Focus on a personal relationship with Christ through devotions, discipleship, Bible studies, and church activities.
  • Physical: Provision of balanced nutrition, safe housing, medical care, and clothing.
  • Emotional: Trauma healing, play therapy, counseling, and fostering self-esteem.
  • Social: Encouraging interaction through camps, outings, sports, and community service.
  • Educational: Offering access to quality education, vocational training, career counseling, and life skills.

Action Teams

To implement its vision, King’s Kids has the following teams:

  1. Welfare Action Team: Focused on trauma care, counseling, healthcare, and reintegration.
  2. Education Action Team: Overseeing educational programs and resources.
  3. Awareness and Finance Team: Fundraising and creating awareness for self-sustaining initiatives.
  4. Operations/Maintenance Team: Managing facilities, maintenance, and building projects.
  5. Personnel and Training Team: Overseeing staff training and personnel needs.

FINANCE UNIT

The Finance Unit ensures transparency and efficiency in financial management. Key responsibilities include:

  • Salary and compensation management
  • Financial record-keeping and reporting
  • Staff welfare (pensions, health insurance, loans)
  • Cash management, bank reconciliations, and auditing
  • Asset valuation and inventory
  • Internal Control System
  • Tax and Treasury

Roles within the Unit:

  • Cashier: Handles cash receipts and petty cash.
  • Payment Officer: Processes payment requests and manages fund transfers.
  • Posting Officer: Ensures accurate recording of all financial transactions.
  • Reconciliation Officer: Aligns bank and cash accounts with records.
  • Reporting Officer: Prepares quarterly financial reports for decision-making.

OUTREACH UNIT

The Outreach Unit is dedicated to spreading the gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to those who have not yet been reached. It also aims to build meaningful relationships with communities through development projects that serve as bridges for sharing the gospel. The unit focuses on the following key activities:

  1. Film Ministry

The Outreach Unit leverages film as an effective tool to communicate the message of Jesus Christ, instill good morals, and promote peace from a Christian perspective. This ministry is conducted in various settings, such as large halls or outdoor spaces, typically in the evening when audiences are most available. Key aspects include:

  • Target Audience: Primarily rural communities.
  • Cultural Relevance: Films are presented in local dialects to enhance understanding and engagement.
  • Support for Missionaries: Providing EMS missionaries with film equipment and training to reach their communities using this medium.
  • Impact: The method diverges from conventional preaching, offering a fresh approach to spreading the gospel.
  1. Outreach to other target groups

The Outreach Unit specifically engages with these groups, predominantly in northern regions of the country. This outreach includes:

  • Discipleship and Training Centers: Facilities where new converts receive foundational Christian teachings.
  • Practical Support: Offering vaccination services for cattle to build relationships.
  • Skill Development: Providing training in various skills to empower individuals economically and socially.
  1. Bible and Study Materials

Access to biblical resources is critical for spiritual growth and outreach. The unit provides:

  • Materials Distributed: Bibles, tracts, and audio devices.
  • Language Focus: Resources are primarily available in English, Hausa, and Fulfulde (the Fulani language) to meet the needs of diverse communities.
  • Purpose: These tools support evangelism, discipleship, and personal spiritual development.
  1. Discipleship

Discipleship is at the heart of the Outreach Unit’s mission, ensuring new believers grow in their faith and resilience. This is achieved by:

  • Partnership with Discipleship Centers: Collaborating with 10 centers in Plateau and 1 in Bauchi.
  • Comprehensive Training: Converts receive teachings on:
    • Spiritual Principles and Christian Values
    • Biblical Knowledge
    • Life and Technical Skills
    • Sustainability Practices
  • Outcome: Converts are equipped to face trials, overcome persecution, and maintain their faith while being self-reliant.
  1. Community Development Projects

Community development serves as a bridge for building relationships and facilitating the gospel. Initiatives include:

  • Water Provision: Digging wells and boreholes in water-scarce areas.
  • Crisis Relief: Delivering relief materials to communities affected by crises.
  • Infrastructure Development: Constructing or renovating churches and clinics to support local needs.
  1. Missionary Partnership and Support

The unit supports missionaries in their evangelistic and church-planting efforts by:

  • Material Provision: Supplying essential resources for fieldwork.
  • Training Support: Assisting missionaries with training for effective outreach.

The Outreach Unit employs a holistic approach, blending spiritual and practical interventions to reach the unreached, disciple new believers, and foster sustainable community relationships. Each activity is rooted in the desire to glorify Jesus Christ and empower individuals to live a faith-filled, self-sustaining life

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