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Our Mandate

Till all menSee Jesus.

Why we exist

We exist to help people see Jesus clearly.

We believe that knowing Jesus changes everything. Through the faithful teaching of Scripture, the building of faith, Christian apologetics and intentional discipleship, we are raising people who know their God and make Him known.

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Our Four Pillars

What We Are Building Our Lives On.

  1. Sound Doctrine

    Faithful teaching and a deeper understanding of God's Word.

    What we know about God matters. We teach the Scriptures faithfully so believers understand the person of Jesus, His finished work and the truth of God's Word, and can open their Bibles with confidence.

  2. Solid Discipleship

    Growing into mature followers of Jesus who help others grow.

    Knowing Jesus is a journey of continuous growth. Through intentional teaching, mentoring and fellowship we help believers build godly character and become equipped to disciple others.

  3. Steadfast Devotion

    Cultivating lives of prayer, love and wholehearted commitment to God.

    We encourage a consistent relationship with God, rooted in prayer, the Word and love, with a growing affection for Jesus and a commitment to living by His Word.

  4. Supernatural Demonstration

    Trusting God and experiencing the present work of the Holy Spirit.

    The Holy Spirit is at work in the Church today. We pray, trust God for healing and miracles, and want people to experience the reality of the God they are learning about.

Welcome to Photizo

There's so much more to discover in Jesus.

Whether you've followed Jesus for years or you're just beginning to ask questions about faith, we're glad you're here.

We believe the Christian life is a lifelong journey of knowing Jesus, understanding His Word and becoming more like Him.

We're building a community where people can ask honest questions, grow in faith and discover the beauty of God's Word.

In the Room

Gathered around the Word.

Teaching, prayer and worship from our gatherings.

  • A minister speaking passionately at IMMERSION Minna 2024
  • A minister preaching with one hand raised
  • Worshippers holding hands in prayer at IMMERSION Minna 2024
  • A minister in a blue suit preaching from the pulpit
  • A speaker teaching from the pulpit
  • A minister praying with a worshipper at IMMERSION Minna 2024
  • A minister teaching from the pulpit with an open hand
  • Ezra Anya preaching on stage beside a pulpit, in black and white
  • A minister preaching with one hand to his head in thought
  • A minister leading a meeting from the stage while the congregation worships
  • A minister pointing upward while preaching at IMMERSION Minna 2024
  • A minister praying with his hand raised
  • A congregation standing in worship inside a large meeting hall
  • A minister preaching in front of a stage screen
  • A minister laying hands on a worshipper in prayer at IMMERSION Minna 2024
  • A minister pointing across the congregation while preaching
  • A speaker teaching with an open hand
  • A young man worshipping with open hands at IMMERSION Minna 2024

Our Teaching Emphasis

Growing in the knowledge of Jesus. Grounded in the truth of His Word.

At Photizo Global, we believe that a growing relationship with Jesus should produce a deeper understanding of Scripture, stronger faith and a life that makes Him known.

Our teaching is built around four areas.

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Christ-Centred Biblical Teaching

We study the Scriptures to understand who Jesus is, what He has accomplished and what it means to live in Him. We are committed to sound doctrine, careful biblical interpretation and helping believers grow in spiritual maturity.

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The Teaching of Faith

We believe faith comes by hearing the Word of God. We teach believers to understand God's promises, trust His character, pray with confidence and live by faith in every season.

We want to raise people who know what God has said and have learned to trust Him.

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Christian Apologetics

We believe Christians should be able to understand and explain what they believe.

We engage thoughtfully with questions about God's existence, the reliability of Scripture, the resurrection of Jesus, suffering, morality and the Christian worldview.

We welcome sincere questions and encourage honest conversations. Our desire is to help believers develop an intellectually grounded faith and communicate their convictions with gentleness and respect.

Questions we welcome

  • Q1Does God exist?
  • Q2Can we trust the Bible?
  • Q3Did Jesus rise from the dead?
  • Q4Why is there suffering?
  • Q5Where does morality come from?
  • Q6How does the Christian worldview hold together?

Bring your honest questions. We'd love the conversation.

Read the Dear Atheist letters
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Discipleship and Spiritual Formation

We believe spiritual maturity develops through consistent engagement with God's Word, prayer, fellowship and obedience.

We want to help people grow in character, develop a healthy devotional life and become equipped to disciple others.

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From ILLUMINATE

The Essence of Devotion

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“The primary essence of our devotion is to know God. The purpose of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer is to transport us into the knowledge of God and guide us in its intricacies.”
Ezra Anya

Our DNA

Illumination. Impact. Influence.

These values describe the kind of people we are becoming and the difference we want to make.

Illumination: The light of God's Word reaching hearts.

We bring the light of God's Word to people, helping them understand the truth of Scripture and grow in their knowledge of Jesus.

Impact: Faith expressed through love, service and excellence.

We express God's love through compassion, service and excellence. We want our faith to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people and the communities around us.

Influence: Lives that make Jesus known wherever God places them.

We represent Jesus through our character, convictions and conduct. Wherever God places us, we want our lives to make Him known.

We are luminaries and lightbearers.

To the Nations

To hearts, homes, campuses, communities and nations.

In every heart and every home, Jesus revealed and Jesus glorified.

Flagship Annual Camp Meeting

IMMERSION.

Immersed to rise.

Our flagship annual camp meeting. A time to withdraw from our routines, immerse ourselves in God's Word and presence, and grow in spiritual strength, conviction and capacity.

Explore IMMERSION
Next editionFaith FundamentalsMinna · 11th and 12th December 2026

The RISE Experience

Four movements of one encounter.

Hover or tap a letter to open it.

  1. RRejuvenation

    A time to be refreshed and strengthened.

    Through prayer, worship, fellowship and the ministry of the Word, we make room for spiritual renewal and a deeper devotion to Jesus.

  2. IIndoctrination

    A time to be firmly grounded in truth.

    We explore the Scriptures through systematic teaching, addressing foundational Christian doctrines, difficult questions and the practical implications of what we believe.

  3. SSupernatural Signs

    A time to experience the power of God.

    We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit and the supernatural demonstration of God's power.

  4. EEquipping

    A time to prepare for greater responsibility.

    We want participants to leave equipped to study the Scriptures, grow in prayer, serve faithfully, share the gospel and disciple others.

The IMMERSION Journey

Every edition so far, and the one still to come.

  1. EDITION 01
    IMMERSION Minna flyer: The Spirit Influence, May 19th and 20th, CACSF Auditorium, Gidan Kwano, with David Akanbi, Chidi Chukwuemeka and Ezra Anya
    2024Minna

    The Spirit Influence

    Dates
    May 19th and 20th
    Venue
    CACSF Auditorium, Gidan Kwano
    Ministers
    With David Akanbi, Chidi Chukwuemeka and Ezra Anya
  2. EDITION 02
    IMMERSION Abuja flyer: Shekinah, the temple, presence and glory of God, 27th to 28th December 2024, MFM NCR35 Phase IV, Nyanya, with Ezra Anya, Pastor Chidi Chukwuemeka and Minister Joel Babalola
    2024Abuja

    Shekinah

    Dates
    27th to 28th December
    Venue
    MFM NCR35 Phase IV, Nyanya
    Ministers
    With Ezra Anya, Pastor Chidi Chukwuemeka and Minister Joel Babalola
  3. EDITION 03
    IMMERSION Abuja flyer: Now Faith Is, December 19th and 20th, 9AM daily, MFM NCR35 Youth Church Auditorium, Nyanya, with Minister M Confidence, Ezra Anya and Minister Joel Babalola
    2025Abuja

    Now Faith Is

    Dates
    December 19th and 20th
    Venue
    MFM NCR35 Youth Church Auditorium, Nyanya
    Ministers
    With Minister M Confidence, Ezra Anya and Minister Joel Babalola
  4. NEXT EDITION
    IMMERSION Minna flyer: Faith Fundamentals, Friday 11th December 5PM and Saturday 12th December 6AM and 5PM, 2026, MFM Campus Fellowship permanent site behind Alheri Lodge, Gofamint, Gidan Kwano, with Pastor Ezra Anya. Photizo Global in collaboration with MFM Campus Fellowship, FUTMinna Chapter
    2026Minna

    Faith Fundamentals

    Dates
    Friday 11th December, 5PM, and Saturday 12th December, 6AM and 5PM
    Venue
    MFM Campus Fellowship permanent site, behind Alheri Lodge, Gofamint, Gidan Kwano
    Ministers
    With Pastor Ezra Anya
  5. COMING LATER
    2026Abuja

    Theme to be revealed

Our Expressions

Different gatherings. One mandate.

We create opportunities for people to learn, pray, worship, ask questions and grow together. Each expression serves a particular purpose in helping us fulfil the mandate.

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Keep Reading

Dear Atheist,

A letter series by Ezra Anya on the honest questions people ask about God. Every letter meets the objection at full strength.

See every letter

Teachings, notes and daily meditations are shared on Telegram.

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  1. If God Exists, Why Is He So Hidden?On divine hiddenness, the longing to know, and a God who invites humanity to seek Him.
  2. Why Would a Good God Allow So Much Evil?On suffering, human freedom, divine goodness, and the question that Christians must answer.
  3. Who Created God?On the cosmological argument, necessary existence, and why the question itself reveals something important about the assumptions underneath it.

There's a place for you here.

Whether you want to deepen your understanding of Scripture, grow in faith, find answers to difficult questions or connect with other believers, we'd love to have you.

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