THE PASTORATE
MEET THE LEADERSHIP
As everything rises and falls on leadership, we are blessed with prophets, teachers and apostles that steer the church in the right direction and advise when needed…
Rev Dr. Olubunmi Akindebe
HEAD PASTOR
Rev. Dr. Olubunmi (‘Bunmi) Akindebe serves as the lead pastor of Salem Gospel Mission Int’l in Bronx NY. He is an in-depth teacher of the Word. He is a lifelong learner having earned one undergraduate degree and three advanced degrees (M.Sc.) from the University of Ibadan Nigeria, and (M. Div., D. Min) from Wesley Biblical Seminary, Jackson Mississippi.
He is the author of When God’s Word Does Not Make Sense To Your Natural Senses…OBEY.
‘Bunmi is married to Dupe, and they are the parents of three anointed and gifted children: Atinuke, ‘Mayowa, and ‘Yinka. They make their home in Bloomfield, New Jersey.
He is the author of When God’s Word Does Not Make Sense To Your Natural Senses…OBEY.
‘Bunmi is married to Dupe, and they are the parents of three anointed and gifted children: Atinuke, ‘Mayowa, and ‘Yinka. They make their home in Bloomfield, New Jersey.
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Modupeola Akindebe
DEACONESS
Modupeola Akindebe has been a member of Salem Gospel Mission BX NY since September 1996. She has worked beside her husband in the ministry since she joined and was ordained as a Deaconess in 2000.
She started the children's Sunday school ministry in 1998 and also established Children’s Vacation Bible school later. She is at present the youth coordinator and head of the family life ministry.
A member of the Association of Accounting Technicians in London, she attended Middlesex University, London where she obtained a post-graduate Diploma in Management Studies. She is also a graduate of CUNY NY where she obtained a BA in Public Administration and a Certificate in Theology from Salem Bible College, Ibadan, Nigeria.
She is married to Rev. Dr. Olubunmi Akindebe, the senior Pastor of Salem Gospel Mission, Bx NY, and they are blessed with three wonderful children: Atinuke, Oluwamayowa, and Oluwayinka.
She started the children's Sunday school ministry in 1998 and also established Children’s Vacation Bible school later. She is at present the youth coordinator and head of the family life ministry.
A member of the Association of Accounting Technicians in London, she attended Middlesex University, London where she obtained a post-graduate Diploma in Management Studies. She is also a graduate of CUNY NY where she obtained a BA in Public Administration and a Certificate in Theology from Salem Bible College, Ibadan, Nigeria.
She is married to Rev. Dr. Olubunmi Akindebe, the senior Pastor of Salem Gospel Mission, Bx NY, and they are blessed with three wonderful children: Atinuke, Oluwamayowa, and Oluwayinka.
Arinola Oyede
DEACONESS
Deaconess Arinola O. Oyede joined Salem Gospel Church, Bronx, New York in 1999. She had her nursing and midwifery degree in Nigeria. She received her certificate in Theology from Salem Bible College, Ibadan Nigeria. She was ordained a Deaconess on April 17, 2005.
To the glory of the Lord, She has been an active disciple in the various ministries. She is currently the President of the Women Fellowship. She serves in the Choir, health ministry, and church board executive. She is also a Sunday school teacher, church secretary, and a member of the North American district of Salem Women's Fellowship.
She is married and blessed with two lovely children.
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Sam Aisagbonhi
ELDER
Elder Sam Aisagbonhi graduated from Bendel State University, Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria (now Ambrose Ali University) with a B.Sc. in Geo./Edu. in 1985. He also holds a Certificate in Theology from Salem Bible College, Ibadan Nigeria.
Elder Sam Aisagbonhi joined Salem Gospel Mission International New York Assembly in 1997. He was ordained a Deacon in 2005, and an Elder in 2020.
He has served in various capacities since joining the Church, including: - Secretary, Men’s Fellowship. - Sunday School teacher. - Church custodian. - Member of the ChurchExecutive Committee. - President, Men’s Fellowship North America District. - Member, Church Scholarships Board. - Member, Pastoral Committee. - Sunday School Superintendent.
Elder Sam Aisagbonhi is happily married, and the marriage is blessed with two children.
Elder Sam Aisagbonhi joined Salem Gospel Mission International New York Assembly in 1997. He was ordained a Deacon in 2005, and an Elder in 2020.
He has served in various capacities since joining the Church, including: - Secretary, Men’s Fellowship. - Sunday School teacher. - Church custodian. - Member of the ChurchExecutive Committee. - President, Men’s Fellowship North America District. - Member, Church Scholarships Board. - Member, Pastoral Committee. - Sunday School Superintendent.
Elder Sam Aisagbonhi is happily married, and the marriage is blessed with two children.
Tunde Akindutire
DEACON
Deacon Tunde Akinduti is a native of Okesa, Ado Ekiti in Ekiti state, Nigeria. He attended Fatima College Ikire from where he proceeded to The Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, and graduated with a degree in Insurance.
Married to a dedicated, intelligent, and God-fearing woman Adejoke Yetunde (nee Adenaike), and blessed with two beautiful daughters. Currently, he is the head of the mission ministry and the financial secretary for the men's fellowship in the Bronx Assembly. He also serves as the Public Relations officer for Men's fellowship North America District.
He was ordained as a Deacon in 2020 and has served in that capacity ever since.
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