MADISON, WI – On February 10, 2025, Representative Shelia Stubbs welcomed Chief Apostle-Prelate Ohouel R. Djadji, Founder and President of the Evangelical Protestant Church 'Christian Mission of the Full Gospel' (EPE-MCPE) International Ministry in Orleans, France, to the State Capitol and presented him with a citation commending him on his esteemed career of ministry, leadership, and excellent service to both the church and the greater community, both locally in France and internationally.

Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: 

“On Monday, February 10, I had the privilege of hosting Chief Apostle-Prelate Ohouel R. Djadji, Founder and President of the Evangelical Protestant Church “Christian Mission of the Full Gospel” (EPE-MCPE) International Ministry in Orleans, France, to the State Capitol. It was an honor to welcome Chief Apostle-Prelate Djadji, his wife, Pastor Isabelle Djadji, and his team, including Olivia Soulton, Maryse Godonou, and Yvan Godonou. I would also like to extend special thanks to Camille Carter, President and CEO of Madison Black Chamber of Commerce and Dr. Linda Vakunta, Deputy Mayor of the City of Madison, for officially welcoming our international guests to our city.

In addition to serving as Founder and President of the Evangelical Protestant Church 'Christian Mission of the Full Gospel' International Ministry, Chief Apostle-Prelate Djadji is also the Founder and Director of the Center for Advanced Biblical Research and Studies. Over his 24 years of ministry, he has played an instrumental role in the development of numerous churches in France and internationally and trained two generations of deacons and five generations of pastors, who have gone on to establish prosperous ministries around the world.

Chief Apostle-Prelate Djadji is also the founder of Mission Béthanie. Through this entity, he is deeply committed to social welfare and humanitarian efforts and actively leads initiatives such as food pantries and clothing donations. Mission Béthanie also serves as a vital resource center for individuals in need of medical care, housing assistance, résumé building, job coaching, financial literacy, and money management services. The facility operates with the help of dedicated volunteers providing personalized support for those seeking to improve their lives. The invaluable social services and resources that Chief Apostle-Prelate Djadji and Misson Béthanie provide empower the community not only by aiding those in need, but also by strengthening the relationships between neighbors and stimulating the local economy. 

After being presented with his citation, Chief Apostle-Prelate Djadji delivered his own remarks, stating ‘Allow me, first of all, to express my first words of thanks to the Great God, the father of our Lord Jesus-Christ who has orchestrated and made possible this event in this location called the Capitol, which alone is filled with the history of the valiant American people and serves as a symbol…Today, I am a testimony that God is true in what He says and that I finally have proof of being in His service, and this changes everything from now on, for the rest of my life… my thanks go to the elected official, Shelia Stubbs, and to the esteemed and honored authorities of this beautiful city for allowing themselves to be convinced by God and for making this moment possible. Once again, please receive my thanks and blessings.’

I wish our international guests safe travels home, and I look forward to continued collaboration and partnership between the State of Wisconsin and our international partners.”