Members of the Christ Morning Star Society (CMS), Lagos Chapter, have been advised to uphold the values associated with the name of Christ by serving as shining examples within the Church and the wider society.

The Chairman of Badagry Local Council of Lagos State, Babatunde Humpe, gave the admonition while speaking as the Special Guest of Honour during the 45th anniversary celebration of the Society, held last Sundayat the Cathedral Church of St. Thomas Badagry, Lagos.

Humpe said members of the society had consistently demonstrated commitment to the work of God and should continue to strengthen their support for both the Church and humanity.

“I have observed the activities of your society right from my days as the People’s Warden of the church. You have demonstrated uncommon love for the work of God, and I charge you to continue to do more,” he said.

The council chairman further encouraged members to extend their charitable activities beyond the Church by supporting efforts aimed at improving the welfare of citizens.

He said:“As you support the work of God, continue to extend this love to humanity by supporting government at all levels in delivering the dividends of democracy to the people. I am impressed with the yearly palliative programme you organise for the less privileged in our churches. Please continue.”

Humpe also stressed the importance of prayers and constructive engagement with leaders, noting that government alone cannot meet all the needs of the people.

In his sermon, the Dean of the Cathedral, Ven. Dickson Ilegbusi, commended the activities of the society and urged members to continue reflecting the light of God through their actions and commitment to the propagation of the gospel.

As part of the anniversary celebration, the Lagos Chapter of the society, led by its President, Star Olusegun Sobowale, distributed food palliatives to indigent families within the church and the surrounding community.