Pastor Ikenna Dike
Lead pastor
A former civil engineer who has led Harbourlight since 2009. Loves long walks, the Gospel of Luke and very sweet tea.
About us
From eleven people to a family of many
Harbourlight is a non denominational Christian church in Asaba. We gather to worship, to learn from the Bible, to care for each other and to serve our city.
Our story
Twenty two years of grace
- 2004
A classroom on Sundays
Eleven people meet in a rented primary school classroom, with a keyboard borrowed from a neighbour.
- 2009
A home of our own
The congregation buys a plot off Riverside Road and builds the first hall by hand over two dry seasons.
- 2015
Harbour Hands begins
A food parcel ministry starts with twenty families. It now serves more than three hundred.
- 2021
The new hall
A larger hall with solar power opens, with a children's wing and a quiet prayer room.
- 2026
Still growing
Two Sunday services, a thriving youth ministry and a tutoring club for 120 children.
What we believe
The heart of our faith
God
One God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, who made all things and loves the world.
Jesus
Fully God and fully human, who died and rose again, and offers forgiveness and new life to all who trust him.
The Bible
God's word, trustworthy and true, our guide for faith and life.
The church
A family of ordinary people, called to love God, love each other and serve the world.
Key passages: John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8 to 10, 2 Timothy 3:16
Our pastors
Meet the people who lead
Pastor Chiamaka Dike
Associate pastor, care and women
Trained counsellor and teacher. Leads our care ministry and the Tuesday women's Bible study.
Elder Okwudili Nnaji
Elder, teaching and men
A retired headmaster who teaches our Wednesday Bible study with patience and humour.
Invented people for this demo.
How we live
Four things we hold dear
Rooted in the Bible
Clear, careful teaching that connects to everyday life.
Warm welcome
No one should sit alone or leave unnoticed.
Prayer first
We pray before we plan, and keep praying after.
Serving the city
Our doors, our hands and our wallets open to Asaba.
Governance
Accountable and transparent
Harbourlight is a registered charity governed by a board of trustees and a team of elders. Our accounts are independently reviewed every year and summarised for members at the annual general meeting in March.
Good to know
About the church
We are an independent, non denominational evangelical church, and we partner with other churches across Asaba for city wide prayer and outreach.
Join our four week Discover Harbourlight course, held every quarter after the 10:30am service, then meet with an elder.
Yes. Speak to the church office to arrange marriage preparation or a dedication service.
You are welcome here
Whoever you are and whatever you carry, there is a seat for you on Sunday. Tell us you are coming and someone will meet you at the door.