On the 18th of July 2024, the world received the news of the passing of a legendary Gospel musician who stood as a pillar of our church music. Evang Steven Pelemi who used his voice and lyrics to spread the message of God’s salvation. His impact on the music of Celestial Church of Christ is undeniable, as he played a crucial role in its development during a time when the church was in need of a composer.
Late Evang Steven Pelemo affectionately referred to as Bro-Bro served as a choir-master at CCC Makoko National Headquarters in Lagos. His dedication to developed the choir and the music of Celestial Church of Christ was recognized worldwide. His contributions to the church’s music are deeply ingrained in its history and have left an indelible mark on the Celestial Church church of Christ.
It well known that Church music cannot be separated from gospel music, as composers such as J.S. Bach, Handel, Mozart and Beethoven have all made significant contributions to the genre. The music of Celestial Church of Christ is also inspired by divine influence, with the church choir-master serving as a vessel for ministering to the congregation. Late Baba Bada, the first choir-master in the history of our church established a foundation that subsequent generations of musicians have followed. One such musician who carried on Bada’s musical legacy was Sup Evang Steven Pelemo.
Late Bro Bro timeless compositions, his performance with the choir of CCC Makoko National Headquarters in Lagos and other parishes in the Church have resonated his value and love of Gospel music. These compositions have served as a guidance light for the church, helping to forge positive paths for its members. Late Evang Steven Pelemo’s influence on the church has been profound, as he played a key role in the creation of hymns that have become integral to the church’s worship.
Through his work, he has left a lasting impact on Celestial Church of Christ, with God using him as a conduit for delivering hymns and guiding the church’s musical direction. His involvement in the revision of the church’s hymn book released in 2019 further solidified his importance within the church’s musical legacy.
It is unfortunate that an individual who dedicated his life to the service of the church is now in need of assistance. Steven Pelemi’s legacy as a gospel musician will forever be cherished, and his absence will be deeply felt in the celestial music world. He will always be remembered as an irreplaceable figure in the history of the Celestial Church of Christ.
