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Kingdom of Jesus Christ
Seal
AbbreviationKJC
ClassificationRestorationism
Executive PastorApollo Quiboloy
HeadquartersDavao City, Philippines
FounderApollo Quiboloy
OriginSeptember 1, 1985
Separated fromUnited Pentecostal Church
Members6 million (claimed)[1]
Official websitewww.kingdomofjesuschrist.org

The Kingdom of Jesus Christ, officially the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, The Name Above Every Name, Inc. is a Philippine-based Restorationist church. It was founded by Apollo Quiboloy, who claims to be the "Appointed Son of God". The members of the congregation refer to their community as a "Kingdom Nation." They claim about 2 million "Kingdom citizens" abroad and 4 million in the Philippines.[2] On weekdays, members hold Bible sessions and prayer services. On Sundays, a "Global Worship" is held at the Cathedral in Buhangin District. In 2000, Quiboloy founded José María College, named after his parents.[2][3]

History

Before the establishment of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC) religious group, its founder Apollo Quiboloy was said to have gone on an exile to Tamayong for five years and later at Sitio Kitbog at the foot of Mount Matutum in South Cotabato. Quiboloy says that it was revelations from God through his dreams which led him to the foundation of the KJC.[4] Quiboloy is a former member of the United Pentecostal Church.[1]

The church started on September 1, 1985, had 15 initial members and Quiboloy's prayer house was situated along Villamor Street in Agdao, Davao City.[4][5]

As of October 2016, the KJC congregation reportedly claims to have 4 million tithed followers in the Philippines, and 2 million followers outside the country.[1]

Beliefs

The KJC believes that its founder, Apollo Quiboloy, is the Appointed Son of God. A self-described account of Quiboloy's birth involves God coming to his mother as a cloud to declare him as his son. Members of the church, also called "Kingdom citizens", believe that salvation is closed to non-members.[1]

Linked organizations

Organizations like the Children's Joy Foundation and the Sonshine Philippines Movement are connected to the KJC. The Children's Joy Foundation focuses on providing humanitarian aid to destitute children, while the Sonshine Philippines Movement is involved in reforestation and disaster-relief efforts.[1]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d e Hodgart, Kenny (7 October 2016). "The Messiah friend of President Duterte". Asia Times. Archived from the original on 8 December 2016. Retrieved 9 December 2016.
  2. ^ a b "Who is Pastor Apollo Quiboloy?". Philippine Daily Inquirer.
  3. ^ "Who is Pastor Apollo Quiboloy - An Advocacy for Children". Pastor Apollo Quiboloy. 2019-02-02. Archived from the original on 2019-05-20. Retrieved 2019-03-19.
  4. ^ a b Estremera, Stella (30 June 2016). "A prayer movement instead of planes". Sun Star Davao. Archived from the original on 20 December 2016. Retrieved 9 December 2016.
  5. ^ "KJC History". kingdomofjesuschrist.org (Wayback Machine). Archived from the original on 29 April 2005. Retrieved 22 September 2016.
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