Today marks the glorious and highly anticipated commencement of the 2026 Biennial Convention of the Celestial Church of Christ (USA Diocese), themed “Ascension.” With hearts lifted in faith and expectation, Celestians from across the United States and around the world are gathering in unity for what promises to be a deeply transformative and spiritually impactful encounter.
This four-day sacred convocation, scheduled from 30th April to 3rd May 2026, is being held at the prestigious Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, Rhode Island, New England, USA a fitting venue for such a significant and spiritually charged assembly. The convention stands not merely as an annual gathering, but as a divine appointment—an altar of renewal, revival, and redirection for the Church in the diaspora.
At the core of this year’s theme, “Ascension,” lies a profound spiritual call, a call to rise above limitations, to grow deeper in faith, and to embrace a higher dimension of life in Christ. It is a call to transformation, urging every member to move beyond past struggles and into a renewed experience of God’s grace and purpose.
In the words of the Convention Chairman, Assistant Venerable Superior Evangelist Adewusi, this convention is more than an event; it is a moment of reawakening, rededication, and spiritual realignment. It provides an opportunity for the Church to reflect on its journey, evaluate its present state, and strategically position itself for the future.
Participants at the convention will be immersed in a spiritually enriching and well-structured program that includes:
- Spirit-filled worship sessions marked by deep prophetic ministrations
- Insightful teachings and scriptural expositions designed to strengthen doctrinal understanding
- Strategic discussions addressing the growth, challenges, and future of the Church in the diaspora
- Youth empowerment and leadership development sessions aimed at raising the next generation of leaders
- Uplifting choir ministrations and fellowship moments that will inspire unity and joy
Beyond its spiritual activities, the Biennial Convention serves as a vital platform for fostering unity among Celestians worldwide. It reinforces the identity of the Church as a global spiritual movement—committed to holiness, evangelism, and the propagation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ across nations.
A major highlight of the convention is the presence of distinguished and anointed leaders, including the Head of the USA Diocese, Assistant Most Superior Evangelist Joseph Olorunnisola, alongside other seasoned ministers who will minister under divine inspiration. Their teachings and guidance are expected to leave a lasting spiritual imprint on all attendees.
Widely regarded as the “Parliament of the Diocese,” the Biennial Convention also holds great administrative and spiritual significance. It is within this sacred gathering that key decisions, policies, and resolutions are discussed and established—decisions that will shape the direction and future of the Church not only in the United States but across the global Celestial community.
As the convention begins today, there is a palpable atmosphere of anticipation. Expectations are high for a mighty outpouring of God’s presence marked by divine revelations, spiritual breakthroughs, and impactful outcomes that will resonate far beyond the walls of the convention venue.
