A Nigerian, Bishop Tony Marioghae, founder of The Evangelical Ark Mission (TEAM) International has celebrated 20 years of doing ministry in the Philippines.
Bishop Tony Marioghae, a missionary and reformer began the ministry with seven other people. The ministry turned out to be a game changer in the Asian Continent. It created a new spiritual path for the Philippines.
The ministry has since blossomed into a mighty, influential global movement that shapes cultures, empowers leaders, and transforms millions of lives and nations with God’s kingdom principles.
The 20th anniversary and conference, with the theme, “Undeniable Increase,” was a resounding success..it held at the prestigious TEAM Convention Center in Las Piñas City from April 1 to April 14, 2026.
This epoch event drew thousands of attendees, including influential elected and appointed government officials, successful business leaders, celebrities, and prominent international preachers representing countries such as the USA, Brazil, Ethiopia, Denmark, Canada, Brunei, Nigeria, and Japan.
The lineup of keynote speakers was exceptional, featuring Bishop Noel Jones, Apostle Matheus Busto, Dr. Akwasi Oppong Amoabeng, Dr. Roberts Liardon, and His Excellency Tamrat Layne Admassu, the former Prime Minister of Ethiopia.
Among the distinguished attendees were Governor Lray Villafuerte of Camarines Sur Province and his family, former lawmaker and multifaceted personality Daisy Reyes-Tobias, Congressman Luigi Villafuerte, and the Mayor of Las Piñas City, Hon. April Aguilar.
Mayor Aguilar openly recognized and praised TEAM for the significant transformation it has brought to the city, affirming its impactful presence in the community.
The conference was organised to define a bold strategic development vision and ambitious goals for individuals, organizations, government institutions, cities, and nations.
Utilizing sound biblical principles and methods, attendees were blessed by influential speakers, including Dr. Tun Boon Chiam, Hon. Adeshina Edward Oloje (Charge d’Affaires from the Embassy of Nigeria in the Philippines), Bishop Ricardo Sio, and Bishop Tony Marioghae.
Bishop Marioghae who is widely regarded by various platforms as one of the most influential African or Black preachers in Asia with the largest foreign congregation—TEAM has spread across the world, with hundreds of pastors under his mentorship and a membership of hundreds of thousands globally.
The church is recognized by both private and governmental bodies in the Philippines and globally for its charitable deeds and community impact, earning multiple awards.
TEAM has established churches and affiliations on every continent and is widely regarded as a citadel of learning, empowerment, and transformation.
The ministry stands as one of the largest Christian churches in both Asia and the Philippines. As the biggest church in Las Piñas City, Metro Manila, it boasts a strong and influential presence, with empowerment centers strategically located around the globe.