IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL PRACTICE (IJRCP )

E-ISSN 2579-0501
P-ISSN 2695-219X
VOL. 9 NO. 4 2024
DOI: 10.56201/ijrcp.v9.no4.2024.pg120.125

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Effective Church Mission to Areas Boys in Alimosho Local Government, Lagos State, Nigeria: A Cultural Adaptation Perspective

Alexander Okikiola ONIYIROKUN, Adebayo Ola AFOLARANMI, PhD

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Abstract

This qualitative study examines the cultural factors influencing the effectiveness of church mission to areas boys in Alimosho Local Government, Lagos State, Nigeria. Using a case study approach, data was collected through in-depth interviews with 20 church leaders and 20 areas boys, as well as observation of church activities. The scope of the study is within 2021-2024. Thematic analysis revealed that cultural factors such as language, customs, and values significantly impact the church's mission to reach areas boys. The study identified cultural adaptation strategies, including the use of local languages, incorporation of local customs and values, and building relationships with community leaders, as essential for effective church mission. The study also finds out that the church's current strategies for reaching areas boys are not effective, as they do not take into consideration the cultural context. The study recommends among others that the church should use local languages, incorporate local customs and values, and build relationships with community leaders to effectively reach areas boys in Alimosho.

keywords:

church mission, cultural adaptation, areas boys, Alimosho Local Government,

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