G.M.M. Summit

GOSPEL MUSIC MINISTRY SUMMIT

GOSPEL MUSIC MINISTERS PLUS SUMMIT SPEECH BY INIOLUWA GEM

Calvary Greetings to you all in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. I welcome you all to this maiden edition of the Gospel Music Ministers plus Summit, the theme of which is: Connecting Borderless Ministries. First, I return all the glory to God who has made today possible. I am deeply grateful to Him for the many opportunities He has given me to be a blessing, and most especially for the gift of men and women like you who have come to grace this special occasion. I also want to express my gratitude to fellow ministers and laborers in God’s vineyard who have in one way another helped to make this program a reality. My profound gratitude goes to CTR productions, OD7MUSIC, Psalmos, Akin Alabi, Yemi TPX, Tsaxmaestro, Tosin Oni, Lizzy Folorunso, Reverend and Pastor Mrs Gbenga Oni, Mr and Mrs Damilola Oni and a host of others who have put in the hard work just so this program can be a success.

Last, but not in any way the least, to my husband, father, mentor and covenant partner, I say thank you. I couldn’t have done any of this without you. And to my little boy, Daniel, thanks for letting mummy do this. Judging from the current trends very rampant in our society today, it becomes very evident that Christians in all spheres of life, particularly in the music industry need to hone a new set of skills in order to take advantage of the many opportunities available today. God also intends for us to push the frontiers of the kingdom by conquering new terrains- and there is better time to do that than now. There are no longer any barriers for the one who is well informed. There is indeed a global shift where the walls of distance, class and even language are fast thinning out. Collaborations are being made and more opportunities have been created as a result of this. I remember very vividly, my first live recording concert held exactly three years ago today. Most of the people who graced the event actually got to know about it online. I am absolutely sure that the same is true today. In view of this, I recognized the need for gospel music ministers to take advantage of the times in order to be more effective in their respective callings. Gospel Music Ministers plus Summit is a platform to bring us all together, to connect and to rub minds together. I have no doubt in my heart that this meeting was ordained by God and it is no mistake that any of us is here today. So, sit back and enjoy the ride. I trust that you will be impacted by today’s sessions and you will leave here more empowered than ever before to take your place. I welcome you all once again and I remain your host, Inioluwa GEM. Thank you so much for listening.