FAQs

A: Follow the Diocese online to stay connected:

• Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/zariaanglicandiocese
• Photo Galleries: https://web.facebook.com/zariaanglicandiocese/photos

News, events, and live broadcasts are regularly updated to keep members and visitors informed.

A: Decisions are guided by the Bishop, Diocesan Synod, Committees, and Council of Clergy and Lay Leaders. The Resolutions/Communiqué Committee ensures that official policies and statements are documented and communicated.

A: You can reach the Diocesan Secretariat via email, phone, or visit your local parish. Official contact details are available on the Contact Us page.

A: The Diocese is led by the Bishop, supported by:

• Archdeacons and Deanery Chairmen
• Diocesan Committees (Education, Health, Finance, Mission, Media, etc.)
• Chaplaincies and ministry leaders
• Lay leaders, including Lay Readers, Evangelists, and Guilds

A: Community engagement includes educational initiatives, health programs, social welfare, evangelism, and outreach to underserved areas. The Diocese is committed to holistic ministry that addresses spiritual, social, and developmental needs.

A: The Diocese has several active ministries, including:

• Youth Directorate
• Mothers’ Union, Women’s Guild & Girls’ Guild
• Men’s Fellowship
• Choir & Band
• Media/Communications Unit
• Guild of Stewards (Ushering)
• Lay Readers and Evangelists

These ministries ensure that spiritual growth, outreach, and fellowship are accessible to all members.

Yes. Training is provided for clergy, lay leaders, youth, and ministry volunteers. Programs include spiritual formation, leadership development, worship coordination, and ministry-specific skills.

he Diocese offers many opportunities for service, including:

• Youth, Women, and Men ministries
• Lay Reader or Guild of Stewards (Ushering) ministry
• Choirs and Music Ministries
• Evangelism, Media, and Social Outreach
• Volunteer committees and chaplaincies

Visit the Join Us page for more details on participation and service.

Membership begins by joining a parish within the Diocese. New members are encouraged to participate in worship, Bible study, fellowship, and ministry programs. Contact your local parish or the Diocesan Secretariat for guidance

Yes. The Diocese runs structured ministries such as Anglican Children Ministry (ACM), Teenage Ministry, Boys’ Brigade, and Anglican Youth Fellowship (AYF). These ministries provide age-appropriate worship, Bible study, and leadership formation.

Yes! You can join our live worship sessions on Facebook here: Live Worship. Photo galleries of past events are available here: Photo Galleries

Service times vary by parish and deanery. Typical Sunday worship includes morning and evening services, with midweek prayers in most parishes. Please check your local parish or the Parishes page for detailed schedules.

The Diocese seeks to glorify God, build faithful disciples, and transform communities through worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and mission. Learn more on our Our Mission and Our Purpose pages

The Diocese covers multiple parishes, mission stations, and chaplaincies across urban and rural areas of Zaria and surrounding communities. A full list of deaneries, archdeaconries, and parishes is available here

The Diocese of Zaria is a constituent Diocese of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), established to proclaim the Gospel, nurture believers, and serve communities across Zaria and its environs. It is led by The Rt. Rev’d Ishaya G. Baba, consecrated as Bishop on April 3, 2022.

The vicar of St. Andrew’s church GRA is Rev’d Can. F.O. Afolabi

The current Bishop of Zaria Diocese is Rt. Rev’d Abiodun Ogunyemi

Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God.