The Church of the Nazarene in Godomey-Togoudo, Benin, is located at a crossroads of the Tougoudo and Godomey areas in one of the most populous districts in the country. The church, which they call the Capital Church, is centered firmly in the field and district’s commitment to ministry in urban centers. The church is focused on proclaiming the light of God in this community, home to many with animistic beliefs.
Leaders have determined that this is a strategic location for the whole district, and this project was expanded to include a district center. The district center construction was approved by the Board of General Superintendents in 2024, and leaders are eager to continue to advance the progress.
The church began to meet in the courtyard of a school in 2009, later moving to rented properties that were all temporary. In all, the congregation has moved eight times since it began in 2009. The repeated displacements were not only blows financially, but they also hampered the growth of the church.
In 2019, by emptying their bank account and with financial support from the West Africa Field, the Capital Church was able to purchase a plot of land as a permanent home!
This project is to help fund the building on the new property. The plans are for a two-story building designed to hold 700 worshipers, and include offices, a meeting and training room, a room for the children's Sunday school, a baptistry and a store.
The full project is estimated to cost $81,000 USD. Much of that amount is already committed through the work of the local church, Alabaster offering and a short-term team.
This Nazarene Approved Project is to help close the final gap of $14,000 in order to fully fund this important construction.
You can make a one time gift or give a recurring gift to through this page to join the efforts of the brothers and sisters in Godomey-Togoudo!
In the US:
Make checks payable to General Treasurer and send them to:
Church of the Nazarene, Global Ministry Center
Attn: Donor Services
17001 Prairie Star Parkway
Lenexa, KS 66220-7900
In Canada:
Make Checks payable Church of the Nazarene Canada and send them to:
Church of the Nazarene Canada
3657 Ponytrail Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4X 1W5.