ABOUT US
The Advancement Place is a faith-based, multi-dimensional platform with a divine mandate: to raise a generation of purpose-driven believers by advancing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, strengthening families, and creating inspiring content that speaks life and truth.
We are more than a church — we are a movement. A place where faith is ignited, families are built, and creativity becomes a voice for Kingdom impact.
Our Vision: The Advancement Place exists to build a Christ-centred community that empowers individuals and families to grow spiritually, thrive relationally, and impact the world creatively.
Our vision is captured in the seven-letter word:
A.D.V.A.N.C.E.
A – Advance the Gospel
D – Develop Purpose-Driven Believers
V – Value Family Foundations
A – Activate Creative Expression
N – Nurture Spiritual Growth
C – Create Community
E – Empower Generational Impact
Our Mission: To raise a generation of purpose-driven believers by advancing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, strengthening families through Kingdom principles, and creating inspiring content that speaks life and truth to every sphere of society.
We are called to equip lives, build homes, and shape culture — all through the power of the Word, the Spirit, and creative expression.
OUR CORE VALUES
1. Christ at the Centre: Jesus is the foundation of all we do. We exist to glorify Him and make His Gospel known in word and power.
2. Purpose-Driven Living: We are committed to helping every individual discover and walk boldly in their God-given purpose.
3. Kingdom-Focused Families Strong families are the heartbeat of revival. We empower marriages, parents, and youth with biblical tools for legacy.
4. Creative Discipleship: We believe in the power of media and storytelling to disciple, heal, and transform culture with truth.
5. Generational Impact: We invest in every generation — from children to elders — to carry the Gospel with wisdom, relevance, and fire.
6. Truth & Integrity: We speak truth with love, stand for righteousness, and lead with character both on and off stage.
7. Empowered by the Spirit: We rely fully on the guidance and anointing of the Holy Spirit to fulfil our mission with grace and power.
WHAT WE DO
The Advancement Church – We gather to worship, teach, pray, and disciple. Our services and ministries are designed to bring people into deeper relationship with God and each other.
Love and Family Matters – We run intentional, biblically rooted programmes for parents, children, teens, and couples — building families that thrive.
Creative Platform – Through videos, podcasts, blogs, and digital storytelling, we communicate truth in relevant and impactful ways that reach beyond walls and borders.
At The Advancement Place, your faith will grow, your family will flourish, and your voice will find purpose.
Welcome home.
About Kenneth Ikeokwu
Ken Ikeokwu is an inspirational and doctrinal teacher of the Word of God and serves in the esteemed position of senior pastor at The Advancement Church in Lagos. His extensive experience as an educational administrator and consultant is complemented by his role as the founder and director of Double Edge School in Lagos. He has authored several notable literary works, including Keys for Advancement, Live Free Scale Heights, and Anger Management for Leaders and Ministers, among others.
With a ministry spanning over three decades, Ken Ikeokwu has consistently demonstrated a steadfast commitment to evangelism, pastoral care, and teaching across various regions of Nigeria. His tenure with Living Word Ministries in Aba, Nigeria, was distinguished by his reputable pastoral leadership and his role as a distinguished instructor at the Living Word Training Centre, a Bible school that has trained many ministers of the gospel worldwide for 23 years.
Ken holds a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in education administration and planning. He is also the convener of Love and Family Matters, a mentoring platform that conducts intentional, biblically rooted programs for parents, couples, and young adults, with the aim of nurturing thriving family.